Athletics News

Harmanpreet Kaur Joins Hands As Brand Ambassador Of Vedanta Pink City Half Marathon 2025

The 10th edition of the Vedanta Pink City Half Marathon (VPCHM) concluded on Sunday, showcasing an extraordinary display of community spirit and determination.

Top-Notch Security And Medical Arrangements In Place For 9th Adani Ahmedabad Marathon

Ahmedabad is preparing for one of its most celebrated sporting events - the 9th Adani Ahmedabad Marathon (AAM) - scheduled for Sunday, November 30, 2025.

Ahmedabad Proposed As Host City For 2031 Senior, 2028 U20 World Athletics Championships

Indian officials on Wednesday revealed that Ahmedabad has also been proposed as the venue for the 2028 World U20 Championships and the 2031 World Senior Athletics Championships.

Cuban High Jump Legend Javier Sotomayor Hails JLN Stadium's MONDO Track

Cuban legend Javier Sotomayor, the only man ever to clear the 8-feet barrier in high jump, graced the Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Stadium in New Delhi, taking a look at the MONDO track.

Visually Impaired Medallist Saurabh Sharma Set For His Adani Ahmedabad Marathon Debut

For 20-year-old para-athlete Saurabh Sharma, the upcoming Adani Ahmedabad Marathon isn't just another race, it's a moment that reflects how far he has travelled, both in sport and in spirit.

Adani Ahmedabad Marathon Unveils Official Jersey Ahead Of 9th Edition

The official jersey for the 9th Adani Ahmedabad Marathon was revealed at Palladium Mall on Saturday, in front of fitness enthusiasts and local runners.

Asian Games Medallist Manju Bala Handed Five-Year Ban For Doping Violation

Manju Bala, a bronze medallist at the 2014 Incheon Asian Games, has been handed a five-year ban by the Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel (ADDP) of the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA).

India Bids For 2028 Asian Indoor Athletics Championships, 2026 Asian Relays

India has submitted bids to host the 2028 Asian Indoor Athletics Championships as well as the 2026 Asian Relays.

India Tops Medals Tally In SAAF Senior Athletics Championships With 20 Gold Medals

India reaffirmed its regional athletic dominance by emerging as the overall champion in the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025.

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium Closed Till November 15; Minor Protest Triggered

The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium track will be out of bounds for all athletes till November 15 due to ongoing renovation work, the Sports Authority of India said on Friday.

Video: Neeraj Chopra Conferred Honorary Lieutenant Colonel Rank In Indian Army

The pipping ceremony of Olympic gold medallist and Lt. Colonel (Honorary) Neeraj Chopra was held on Wednesday in New Delhi.

Burpee Marathon: Indian Athlete Mann Sharma Sets World Record

Indian athlete and adventurer with a cause, Mann Sharma, has created history by completing the world's first-ever Burpee Marathon, covering an astonishing 42.195 kilometres.

Arshad Nadeem's Coach Banned For Life By Pakistan's Athletics Federation

Salman Iqbal, who has been Arshad's mentor and coach for the last few years, shocked everyone by disclosing that the Pakistan Amateur Athletics Federation had for the last one year or so disassociated itself from anything to do with Arshad Nadeem.

Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2025 Witnesses Kenya's Alex Matata Clinch Men's Title

Under the initiative, Vedanta pledged to provide one Poshan Pack for every kilometre run to children at Nand Ghar, Vedanta's flagship social impact project.

Over 40,000 Runners Set To Compete In Delhi Half Marathon

A throng of professional runners from around the globe will be in attendance when the 20th Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon is held on Sunday.

"Won't Be Broken Soon:" Usain Bolt On His 100m Record

Sprint legend Usain Bolt created history at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio when he achieved the 'Triple-Triple', three gold medals at three consecutive Olympic Games.

'Don't Think Anyone Can Break Usain Bolt's World Records Anytime Soon': Carl Lewis

Legendary athlete Carl Lewis is confident Usain Bolt's world records will remain safe for a long time to come.

"Historic": PM Narendra Modi Hails India's Record Showing In World Para Athletics Championships

India won a record 22 medals, including six gold, nine silver and seven bronze, surpassing their best of 17 at the 2024 edition.