Khelo Rajasthan Campaign

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Khelo Rajasthan Games 2026 is a sports initiative of Government of Rajasthan at State Level to promote sports participation, identify sports talent and promote traditional games. It is based on the pattern of Khelo India Youth Games and aims to provide opportunities to the grassroots players. This is being executed by the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of Rajasthan. Key Highlights Particular Details Initiative Khelo Rajasthan Games 2026 State Rajasthan Nodal Department Department of Youth Affairs and Sports...
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ISSF Junior World Cup Shotgun 2026

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The ISSF Junior World Cup Shotgun 2026 took place in Porpetto, Italy, from 12-20 September 2026. A total of 218 athletes from 30 Member Federations and 30 National Olympic Committees competed in the competition. The event was organized by the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). Key Highlights Particular Details Event ISSF Junior World Cup Shotgun 2026 Venue Porpetto, Italy Dates 12–20 September 2026 Governing Body International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Indian Shooting Federation National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) Main...
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Rajasthan to Honour Commonwealth Gold Medalist Arundhati Choudhary

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Commonwealth Games 2026 gold medal-winning boxer Arundhati Choudhary will be honoured by the Rajasthan State Sports Council after concerns were raised over the lack of an official welcome at Jaipur Airport. The council has announced that a formal felicitation ceremony will be organized soon, while the Rajasthan Government will award her ₹1 crore as per the state's sports policy. Arundhati, who won the gold despite suffering from a high fever during the final, has become a symbol of determination and...
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Jaipur’s Devanshi Sharma Wins Gold at First World Yogasana Championship

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Devanshi Sharma from Jaipur has won the gold medal at the first World Yogasana Championship held in Ahmedabad. She did this in the traditional women's category of the older age group. Her win has made Rajasthan and the country proud. Devanshi is currently a Plat. Comm. with Rajasthan Police. She used to be involved with wrestling but after some time, she turned her focus towards yoga. Inspired by the first speech of International Yoga Day given by the PM Narendra...
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India’s Success at the 2nd Asian Para Throwball Championship 2025

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India has emerged as a champion at the 2nd Asian Para Throwball Championship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with winning medals in both the men's and women's events. Indian para-athlete Kausar was the most successful with gold in both, taking the top honors in both. It is a testament to India's emerging prowess in the field of para sports and the initiatives taken to foster inclusivity, nurture talent, and establish India as a global force in the sport. The key takeaways...
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Rajasthan State Aquatic Championship, Swimming Records and Youth Achievement

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Senior State Aquatic Championship (75th) was held at Sawai Man Singh Stadium, Jaipur where swimmers from Rajasthan performed well. Yogya Singh (Bhilwara) and Dakshina Joshi (Udaipur) set new records in their events. Avika Lodha of Jaipur secured gold medal in 1500 m freestyle event in the women category while Mohammad Anas of Bhilwara has displayed an outstanding performance in women by winning two gold medals. The event showcased the rising talent of Rajasthan in the field of swimming and other...
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Divyanshi Jain’s Bronze Medal in Asian Junior Squash Championship

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India's young squash player Divyanshi Jain has won the bronze medal in the Women's Under-13 category of the 33rd Asian Junior Squash Championship in China. Her success has made her a source of pride to Jaipur, Rajasthan and the entire India. Dhairya Gongia of Jaipur was another who performed well and grabbed the 5th position. International player and Indian team coach Surbhi Mishra from Jaipur, India performed well in the championship and won a total of 8 medals: 1 gold,...
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Alwar State Level Sub Junior Boxing Competition 2026

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Shri Sanjay Sharma, Minister of State (Independent Charge) Forest & Environment, attended the Closing Ceremony of the 5th State Level Sub Junior Boys & Girls Boxing Competition at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Alwar. It was arranged by Alwar District Boxing Association. Shri Sharma commended the winners for their win and thanked the organizers for a successful competition by distributing medals. Sports are a valuable tool to promote health and wellbeing, both physical and mental, he said. He also pointed out that...
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SMS Stadium Jaipur Fit India Cycle Sunday 2030 Event

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Fit India Cycle Sunday was organised at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur with the theme as Commonwealth Day 2030. The programme aimed to promote physical fitness, healthy lifestyle, community sports participation and awareness about Commonwealth 2030. There was a lot of enthusiasm among the players, senior officials, youth and fitness enthusiasts. The highlight of the event was a bike ride around the stadium's grounds. Another session was held for Zumba which gave a boost of energy to the programme. The Chief...
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Talent Development and Grassroots Sports Promotion

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The Kabaddi Talent Hunt Training Camp residential on the Panch Gaurav Programme at the district level was completed on March 26 in Jaipur. The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani was invited as a chief guest in the closing ceremony. The event underscored the State interest of finding and nurturing the talent in sports at the grassroots. Kabaddi kits were distributed to 100 players who attended the camp and advanced sports support materials were availed to 40 talented players. The...
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Vedanta Tour De Thar International Cycling Rally, Bikaner

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On 23 November, the first ever Vedanta Tour de Thar International Cycling Rally will be organized in Bikaner initiated by the Union Minister, Arjun Ram Meghwal within the context of the Sansad Khel Mahotsav 2025. This event is based on the global model of the Tour de France and the participants include cyclists in India, France, Germany, Switzerland, and Singapore. The rally will include routes of 100 km and 200 km and is technically sponsored by Cycling Federation of India...
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Khelo India University Games ( KIUG ) 2025

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The 5th Khelo India University Games (KIUG) will be held in Rajasthan between 24 November and 5 December 2025 under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. This is also the inaugural occasion of KIUG hosted in the state and preparations are being done on large scale in seven big cities namely Jaipur, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Kota, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Bikaner. 24 sporting events will be held with more than 7,000 participants, of whom nearly 5,000 are athletes, and one of...
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MP Sports Festival to be Organized in Jaipur from 15 October

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  Jaipur city will host the Sansad Khel Mahotsav (MP Sports Festival) from 15 October. The objective of the event is to promote fitness, sports and a healthy lifestyle among the youth. The festival will feature traditional Indian sports such as Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Wrestling, Tug of War, Sitolia, and Mallakhamb, along with modern sports like Cricket, Football, Volleyball, Athletics, Archery, Badminton and Chess. Competitions will be held at three levels viz. Divisional, Assembly Constituency and Lok Sabha level. Special events...
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Rajasthan's Arjun Kandoi wins 5 medals in National Finswimming Championship

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  Rajasthan's Arjun Kandoi wins 5 medals in National Finswimming Championship At the National Finswimming Championship held in Ujjain, Rajathan's Arjun Kandoi performed outstandingly. He won 2 Gold Medals and 3 Silver Medals, making a total of 5 medals in the Senior-A (Men's) category. The achievement is a testimony to Arjun’s dedication, discipline, and intense training. The medals were won in the following events: Gold: 400 meters Bi-Fin, 200 meters Mono Surface, Silver: 200 meters Bi-Fin, 100 meters Bi-Fin, 100...
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Jaipur Athletes Shine in Macau Asian Open Judo Cup

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Sector: Youth Affairs & Sports Subject: International Sports Achievement – Martial Arts (Judo) Macau Cadet and Junior Asian Open Judo Cup held in Macau, China. Jaipur’s Yash Yadav won the silver medal in the 100+ kg junior category. Aradhya Chopra clinched the bronze medal in the 90 kg junior category, defeating Chinese Taipei’s Ye Xi Xin. Both players represented India and Rajasthan, bringing global recognition. Rajasthan State Judo Association General Secretary Mahipal Grewal confirmed the achievement. Detailed Explanation for RAS...
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Para Shuttler Krishna Nagar Wins Two Bronze Medals at British-Irish Para Badminton International in England

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Sector: Sports & International Achievements Subject: Para Sports, Badminton, Rajasthan's Global Representation Krishna Nagar, Tokyo Paralympics Gold Medalist and para badminton star from India, has won two bronze medals at the British-Irish Para Badminton International Tournament. The competition was held in Cardiff, England. Krishna won: Bronze in Singles category. Bronze in Mixed Doubles category with Nitya Shree Sivan as his partner. These wins further strengthen his position as a top Indian para-athlete and highlight Rajasthan’s growing presence in international para-sports....
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Rajasthan Boys' Roller Derby Team Wins Gold at All India Federation Cup 2025

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   Sector: Sports Subject: Roller Derby, State Sports Achievement Summary: Rajasthan Boys' team won the Gold Medal at the All India Roller Derby Federation Cup 2025 held in Bikaner. The team defeated Uttar Pradesh with a score of 42-23 in the final match. Lokesh Gurjar, a BCA student from Maharishi Arvind Institute of Science and Management, Ambabadi, played a key role in the victory. The achievement was celebrated by the Institute’s Director Bharat Parashar, who congratulated Lokesh and wished for...
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MJRP’s Mohini Singh Selected for Indian Shooting Team for Asian Championship and World Cup

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Sector: Sports Subject: Shooting Sports, International Representation, Youth Achievements Mohini Singh, a student of MJRP University, Jaipur, has been selected for the Indian Shooting Team. She will represent India in the 10-metre Air Pistol event. She will participate in: Asian Shooting Championship to be held in Kazakhstan, and ISSF World Cup 2025, scheduled in New Delhi. Her selection came after an excellent performance in the National Selection Trials. MJRP University Chairperson Nirmal Panwar congratulated her and called her a role...
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Tania Rathore wins Gold, Babanur Singh clinches Bronze at Asian Judo Cup in Chinese Taipei

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Rajasthan’s young judokas have brought glory to the state and country by winning medals at the Cadet & Junior Asian Judo Cup held in Chinese Taipei. Tania Rathore won the Gold Medal in the 40 kg Cadet category by defeating Wu Rui Yun of Chinese Taipei. Babanur Singh Barar secured the Bronze Medal in the above 90 kg weight category by defeating South Korea’s Kim Kyu Nazmeen. Both athletes had earlier won Gold Medals in the Khelo India Youth Games...
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Rajasthan’s Glory at Indian Open Para Athletics: Jagveer Singh Clinches Triple Medal Haul

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Sector: Sports Sector (Disability Sports, Para-Athletics) Subject: Rajasthan in National & International Para Sports, Inclusive Sports Promotion The 7th Indian Open Para Athletics International Championship was organized in Bengaluru by the Paralympic Committee of India. Rajasthan won a total of 11 medals, including 1 Gold, 3 Silver, and 7 Bronze medals. Dr. Jagveer Singh emerged as the top performer with a Gold in 5000m (T53 wheelchair race) and 2 Bronze medals in the 800m and 100m wheelchair races. Rajasthan’s performance...
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Shahnoor Ali Wins Gold in National Fencing Championship

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Sector: Sports Subject: National-Level Achievements in Fencing (Mini Junior Category) Rajasthan’s Shahnoor Ali won the gold medal in the Mini Junior (-12) National Fencing Championship held in Nashik, Maharashtra. The championship witnessed participation from girl fencers representing 45 states. Shahnoor clinched first place in the Sabre event by defeating Kerala’s Sarlee Sagar Lagu with a score of 10–7. The bronze medal was won by Guntas Kaur of Punjab, while fourth place went to Vidhi Shama, also from Punjab. This victory...
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Rajasthan Wushu Team Secures Third Place in Junior National Championship

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Sector: Youth Affairs and Sports Subject: Achievements in Martial Arts (Wushu) at National Level The 24th Junior National Wushu Championship was held at Gachibowli Stadium,  Hyderabad. Rajasthan Wushu team bagged 20 medals in total: 7 Gold, 9 Silver, and 4 Bronze. With this achievement, Rajasthan secured 3rd place in the overall team championship. In the Sanda Boys’ category, the team won 2 Gold, 2 Silver, and 1 Bronze, finishing second overall. In the Taolu Boys’ category, they earned 1 Gold,...
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Shyam Sunder Swami wins Silver Medal in Asian Para Archery Championship

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Sector: Sports (Para Sports) Subject: Archery – International Achievements in Para Games Asian Para Archery Championship held in Beijing, China. Indian compound archery team won Silver medal. The team included Rakesh Kumar and Shyam Sunder Swami from Bikaner, Rajasthan. The Indian pair delivered brilliant performances in quarterfinals and semifinals, advancing to the final. In the final match, India lost narrowly to host China with a score of 156–157, settling for silver. Coach Anil Joshi confirmed Shyam Sunder’s key role in...
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Rajasthan dominates both boys and girls categories in National Junior Softball Championship

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Context: Sector – Youth Sports and Education Subject – Sports Achievements of Rajasthan (Softball) The 46th National Junior Softball Championship was held at Panjab University, Chandigarh. Rajasthan teams topped their pools in both boys and girls categories by winning all their matches. In the boys' category, Rajasthan defeated Uttar Pradesh, Puducherry, and Delhi. In the girls' category, Rajasthan defeated Odisha and Himachal Pradesh. The team was coached by Abhishek Pawar, with excellent performances by players like Narendra Kumar, Vishal Pawar,...
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Sub-Junior Asian Wrestling: Bhilwara’s Ashwini Bisnoi Wins Hat-trick of Gold Medals

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Sector: Sports (Wrestling) Subject: Achievements of Rajasthan in International Wrestling Competitions Ashwini Bisnoi, a 17-year-old girl from Bhilwara, Rajasthan, achieved a remarkable feat by winning her third consecutive gold medal at the Sub-Junior Asian Wrestling Championship. The championship was held in Vietnam, where Ashwini defeated China’s top contender in the final. This victory completes her hat-trick of golds in international wrestling events. Ashwini competes in the 62 kg freestyle category. In 2023, in the Under-15 category held in Jordan, at...
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Swati Dudhwal brings glory to Rajasthan with bronze in National Archery Tournament

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Sector: Sports Subject: Archery – Women’s National Ranking Tournament The final NTPC Khelo India National Ranking Women’s Archery Tournament was held at Yamuna Sports Complex, Delhi. Jaipur's Swati Dudhwal won the bronze medal in the senior compound category. In the quarter-final, Swati defeated Riya Dagar (Railways) with a score of 140-136. She narrowly lost in the semi-final to Anjani (Jharkhand) by 143-146. In the bronze medal match, she defeated Risha Rathi (Uttar Pradesh) with a score of 138-134. Swati hails...
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Rajasthan Boxers Arjun and Tikam Shine with Silver in 6th Junior National Boxing Championship

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  Sports Sector – Junior Boxing | Subject: Rajasthan in National Sports The 6th Junior Boys and Girls National Boxing Championship was held in Rohtak, Haryana. Arjun and Tikam Singh from Rajasthan won silver medals, boosting the state's presence in national boxing. Organized by the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), the championship saw participation from several states. Arjun won his bouts against Jammu & Kashmir, Odisha, West Bengal (Quarterfinal), and Manipur (Semifinal). He was defeated in the final by the...
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Khelo India University Games 2025 to be Hosted in Jaipur After 25 Years

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Sector: Youth Development & Sports Infrastructure Subject: Khelo India, Multisport Event Hosting, Talent Promotion in Rajasthan After a 25-year gap, Rajasthan is set to host a major national-level multisport event – the 5th edition of Khelo India University Games (KIUG) in November 2025. Approximately 6000 athletes will participate in 25 sports disciplines over 12 days. The last major event hosted by Jaipur was the Women's National Games in 2000. The event will be led by the Rajasthan State Sports Council...
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Rajasthan shines at 23rd National Junior (U-20) Federation Athletics Championship

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  Sector: Sports | Subject: Youth Athletics Achievements The 23rd National Junior (Under-20) Federation Athletics Championship was held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Rajasthan's Deepesh Choudhary won gold in Javelin Throw with a throw of 72.98 meters. Basant from Rajasthan bagged gold in High Jump with a leap of 2.11 meters. In the same high jump event, Haryana's Shiv Bhagwan won silver (2.08 m), and Kerala's Parthiv Vinod won bronze (2.04 m). Rajasthan athletes Dharmendra and Vikas Muval finished fourth and...
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Kickboxing: Ankit and Mantra Win Gold for Jaipur in State Championship

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Sector: Sports Subject: Rajasthan State Kickboxing Achievements and National-Level Selection   The 6th State-Level Kickboxing Championship was held in Jaipur (Gulabi Nagar). Ankit Srivastava won Gold in Under-79 kg Kick Light event. Mantra won Gold in Under-60 kg category. Yogansh secured Silver in Under-87 kg category. Unnat clinched Bronze in Under-84 kg category. Ankit had earlier won Bronze at the WAKO India Senior Kickboxing National Championship 2024–25 in the Under-75 kg Low Kick event, held in Mapusa, Goa. He is...
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India's Junior Archers Win 9 Medals at Asia Cup Leg-2, Fall Short in 5 Finals

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  Sector: Sports Sector Subject: Archery – India’s Performance in Asia Cup Leg-2 (2025) Asia Cup 2025 Leg-2 was held in Singapore. Indian junior archery team won a total of 9 medals: 2 Gold, 6 Silver, 1 Bronze. India reached 7 finals in total. Out of these, India could win only 2 finals, losing 5 final matches. Both gold medals were won in Compound Individual Events. The performance shows consistency in reaching final rounds, but an inability to convert opportunities...
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Asian Archery Cup 2025: Jaipur’s Sachin Chechi Wins Bronze Medal

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Sector: Sports Subject: Archery, International Sports Achievement, Rajasthan Youth Sports Summary in Bullet Points: Event: Asia Cup Archery Tournament 2025 Location: Singapore Medal: Bronze Winner: Sachin Chechi from Jaipur, Rajasthan Match Result: Defeated Bangladesh’s Hemu Bachchar by a score of 148–146 Recognition: Congratulated by Rajasthan Archery Association’s General Secretary Surendra Singh and President Deep Singh Khangrot The association termed it a major achievement for both Sachin and his coach Sunil Chaudhary. The win is expected to inspire budding archers in...
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Divya Deshmukh stuns World No. 1 Hou Yifan, wins 3 medals in FIDE Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships

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Sector: Sports Subject: Chess – International Achievement by Indian Player India’s 19-year-old chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh has created history with her stellar performance at the FIDE Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships. She defeated World No. 1 woman chess player Hou Yifan of China during the semifinal of the World Team Blitz Championship held in London. Divya secured a total of three medals, including a silver in Rapid and a bronze in Blitz categories. She is also ranked World No. 1...
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Shreyanshi Becomes U-7 National Chess Champion, Defeats Top-2 Seed

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    Category: Sports (Chess Achievements / Youth Sports Talent) Shreyanshi Jain, a 6-year-old from Jaipur, created a sensation by winning the Under-7 Girls National Chess Championship. She defeated the tournament's second seed and will now represent India in the upcoming Asian and World Championships. Shortest Summary Points: Shreyanshi Jain wins Under-7 National Chess title Defeats top-2 seed player in the final round Gets chance to represent India in international events Awarded the Gukesh Award Student of Neerja Modi School,...
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Rajasthan Becomes Overall Champion at National Wushu Championship with 8 Gold Medals

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Category: Sports (Martial Arts / State Achievements) At the 25th Sub-Junior and 16th Junior National Wushu Championship held in Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan emerged as the overall champion by clinching 8 gold, 5 silver, and 5 bronze medals. The team secured 1st position in sub-junior girls and overall categories, showcasing Rajasthan’s rising dominance in martial arts. Shortest Summary Points: Rajasthan won 8 gold, 5 silver, and 5 bronze medals. The state secured 1st position in the 25th National Sub-Junior Wushu...
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8-Year-Old Shivay Singh Becomes Champion of Royal Jaipur Chess Tournament

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Category: Sports (Chess) | Youth Achievement | Rajasthan Current Affairs Shivay Singh from Uttar Pradesh emerged as the youngest champion in the Royal Jaipur Under-1800 FIDE Rated Chess Tournament, defeating top players and scoring 8 points. His strategic brilliance earned him the championship title, despite tying in points with seasoned players. Shortest Summary Points: Shivay Singh from Uttar Pradesh wins Royal Jaipur Under-1800 FIDE Rated Chess Tournament Only 8 years old, he beat senior and experienced players Secured 7.5 points...
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Hadan Sharma Wins Gold in All India Under-10 Tennis Tournament

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  Category: Sports Achievement (Youth Tennis)   In the All India Under-10 Tennis Tournament held in Jaipur, Hadan Sharma showcased an outstanding performance and secured the gold medal. He won the final match with a clean 4-0 score, remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament. Summary Points: Hadan Sharma of Jaipur won gold in All India Under-10 Tennis Tournament. He defeated his opponent 4-0 in the final match. Hadan remained unbeaten throughout the tournament. He showcased aggressive tennis play. His victory brings...
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Sahil from Jaipur Wins Double Gold in State Swimming Championship

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    Category: Sports | State-level Achievement | Rajasthan Summary Points: Sahil won gold in 1500m freestyle and 400m individual medley events. Championship organized by Rajasthan Swimming Association. The event promotes local talent for national and international platforms.   Detailed Explanation for RAS Mains: Organizing Body: The 74th Rajasthan State Swimming Championship was organized by the Rajasthan Swimming Association. Venue and Participation: Held in Jaipur, the event saw participation from swimmers across different districts of Rajasthan. Major Winners (Men’s Category):...
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Four Archers from Rajasthan Selected in Indian Team for Youth World Championship

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  Category: Sports (Archery) – Youth International Representation Shortest Summary Points: Devansh, Yogesh, and Mahesh from Rajasthan to participate in Youth World Archery Championship Selection based on performance in National Trials in Pune Rajasthan’s Sachin Chechi will represent India in the Asian Cup in Singapore Detailed Explanation (RAS Mains Level): Event and Venue: The Indian Archery Association conducted national selection trials from 22 to 25 May in Pune (Maharashtra), to select players for upcoming international events. Selection for World Youth...
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Kabaddi Glory at Khelo India Beach Games: Haryana Wins Gold, Rajasthan Secures Silver

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  Category: Sports / State Achievements / Khelo India Overview Event: Khelo India Beach Games 2025, Daman & Diu Sport: Beach Kabaddi Result: Gold: Haryana Silver: Rajasthan Highlight: Rajasthan Kabaddi team reached the finals after defeating strong teams but lost to Haryana in the final match.   Detailed Points for RAS Mains Aspirants Event Context: The Khelo India Beach Games were held in Daman and Diu. These games are part of the Khelo India initiative launched by the Government of...
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Rajasthan Beach Kabaddi Team Enters Finals

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Category: Sports (State/Regional Achievement) Summary Points: Rajasthan team reached the finals of the 36th India Beach Games Kabaddi Tournament in Diu. In the semi-final, Rajasthan defeated Maharashtra 43-40. Final match will be played against Services team. Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur to award medals.   Detailed Explanation (RAS Mains Level): Event Background: The ongoing 36th edition of the India Beach Games in Diu includes a beach kabaddi tournament. Beach kabaddi is a variant of kabaddi played on sand and is...
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Geeta Samota: CISF’s First Female Officer to Summit Mount Everest

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Category: Women Empowerment / Defence & Internal Security / Achievements in Sports & Adventure Overview: Geeta Samota from Sikar, Rajasthan became the first woman officer of CISF to hoist the tricolor on Mount Everest (8,849 meters) on May 19, 2025. She has already climbed the highest peaks of four continents and aims to complete the Seven Summits Challenge. Honored with several national awards, she stands as a symbol of courage, gender equality, and aspirational India.   Summary Points: First female...
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PSA Squash World Championships 2024-25: Egypt Dominates with Historic Wins

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Category: International Sports – Squash | Global Championships Overview Egypt’s Nour El Sherbini wins her eighth world title, tying Nicol David’s all-time record. Mostafa Asal claims his first world championship title without losing a single game. The tournament was held in Chicago, featuring all-Egyptian finals in both men’s and women’s singles. Key Highlights Nour El Sherbini beat Hania El Hammamy: 11-5, 11-9, 4-11, 11-7. Equalled Nicol David's record of 8 World Championship titles. Mostafa Asal beat Ali Farag: 1-7, 11-8,...
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Jaipur Dominates 19th Senior State Wushu Championship in Rajasthan

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Category: Sports (Rajasthan – State Level Wushu Championship) Summary Points: Jaipur team clinched 1st place with 19 gold, 9 silver, 5 bronze medals and 130 points. Jodhpur came 2nd with 46 points; Kota stood 3rd with 30 points. Best Male Player: Manas Thapliyal (Jaipur) Best Female Player: Mehak Sharma (Kota) Best Discipline Team: Didwana-Kuchaman Event hosted in Kuchaman, organized by Rajasthan Wushu Association.   Detailed Explanation for RAS Mains Event Name: 19th Senior State Level (Men/Women) Wushu Competition Location: Kuchaman...
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Neeraj Chopra Breaks 90m Barrier in Javelin but Finishes Second to Julian Weber

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  Category: Sports – Athletics (Javelin Throw) Indian Sports Achievements, International Competitions (Diamond League) Summary Points: Neeraj Chopra throws 90.23m in Doha Diamond League, breaking the 90m barrier. Despite the personal milestone, he finishes second as Germany’s Julian Weber wins with a 91.06m throw. Neeraj becomes third Asian and 25th in the world to throw beyond 90m. Kishore Jena, another Indian, finishes 8th with a 78.60m throw.   Detailed Explanation for RAS Aspirants: Historical Achievement: Neeraj Chopra crossed the 90m...
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Jaipur to Host All India Sub-Junior Ranking Tournament in October: RBA Announces 2025-26 Calendar

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  Category: Sports | Rajasthan Current Affairs | Youth Development Overview: Jaipur will host the All India Sub-Junior U-15 & U-17 Ranking Tournament from October 29 – November 7, 2025. Rajasthan Badminton Association (RBA) has released its 2025-26 calendar covering state and national-level tournaments across age categories. Multiple cities including Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Hanumangarh, Jhunjhunu, Rajsamand, and Alwar will host these events. Key Points: Jaipur to host All India Sub-Junior U-15 & U-17 Tournament. State tournaments to be held in...
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Sports Current Affairs 2026

Stay with the latest changes in Sports Current Affairs 2026 regarding major tournaments, championships, sports achievements, records, awards, appointments, sports policies and significant sports developments in Indian and International sports. This section is aimed at events that are significant to candidates sitting competitive exams, as well as facts about sports places, athletes and sports teams.

Rajasthan's success in National and other competitions in the field of Sports is also covered in Sports Current Affairs for RAS. Important developments are explained in simple words to be readily understood by readers so that they know what and why the development is important.

Latest Sports Current Affairs

The updated sports current affairs cover important National and International sports events, awards, sports developments, world timekeeping records, international rankings, medals, important appointments, etc., in the sporting world of India.

Seek events in various sports including Cricket, Hockey, Football, Badminton, Boxing, Archery, Chess, Tennis, Kabaddi, Horse-riding, and any other suitable game such as Swimming, and also the Olympic and non-Olympic sports; include events important to them.

Sports Current Affairs for RAS Preparation

Sports is an integral component of current affairs, as a significant sporting event typically contains some of the important facts about the country, city, venue, organisation, athlete, records and international events.

For RAS preparation, important areas include:

  • The biggest competitive events at the national or international level.
  • Asia's largest sporting event of the year, Asian Games and Asian Para Games.
  • Human Rights at the Olympics.Human Rights at the Paralympic Games.
  • Commonwealth Games
  • World Championships
  • Cricket World Cups and major ICC events
  • Hockey tournaments
  • Football championships
  • Tennis Grand Slams
  • Badminton and squash contests.
  • They have participated in athletic and wrestling games.
  • Boxing and shooting competitions
  • Important sports awards
  • New records and historic achievements were recorded in this area.
  • Ireland's sports figures and appointments.
  • Sports policies and government programmes
  • A one-line summary of the progress made in sports in Rajasthan.


Rajasthan Sports Current Affairs

Rajasthan Sports Current Affairs is an important part of this category for aspirants of Rajasthan Administrative Services. The achievements of the athletes, teams, coaching staff and sporting institutions of Rajasthan are discussed separately in this paper.

Important areas include:

  • Players winning medals in national/state and international competitions in Rajasthan.
  • State-level championships
  • Several National Championships in Rajasthan.Several national championships in Rajasthan.
  • The Indian players who were selected from Rajasthan.
  • Sports awards to the players of Rajasthan State
  • Famous sports complexes/plans of stadiums.
  • Khelo India activities in Rajasthan
  • Events in Jaipur and elsewhere that were a big event in the sports world.
  • Biographies of the Rajasthan athletes.Biographies of Rajasthan athletes created.

Sports Awards and Honours

Important sports awards 2026 and honours are detailed with information regarding who won, achieved what sport & did what. For rapid revision, national or international awards can be helpful, as they define important personalities with their sport.

Major awards received by the athletes, coaches, and others who contributed to the sport are also covered.

Sports Records and Historic Achievements 

Sports current events are essential to include new records and historic accomplishments. They can be world records, national records, youngest/oldest achievements, milestone performances, medal records or historic wins.

Emphasis is placed on knowing who set the record, the sport, the event, and the record's significance.

Sports Organisations and Governing Bodies 

The topics that are put on the agenda at these organisations can become relevant current affairs topics when an appointment is scheduled, there is a policy change made, important decisions are made or when the hosting rights are assigned or they make an important announcement.

Sports Government Schemes and Policies 

It is crucial to appreciate that sports development in India would not have been possible without government interventions related to sports. It includes key schemes, policies, athlete-support schemes, infrastructure projects and activities to support sports at the grassroots level.

To understand the sports-development model in India, it is important to consider the Khelo India Scheme along with sports-development schemes that are prevalent in the country. Further, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has also issued the operational guidelines of the Khelo India Scheme for the years 2026-27 to 2030-31.

International Sports Current Affairs

Articulate international records, athletes, teams, sports organisations and important sporting decisions of major international tournaments and championships. International Sports Current Affairs 2026 focuses on International Sports current affairs.

Important events from around the world are picked based on their relevance to India and the impact they'll have on world-class sports.

Sports Current Affairs Today 

For those looking for the latest Sports Current Affairs Today, this section offers key updates on the latest developments from the Indian and international sporting world. The emphasis isn't on all aspects of sporting news, but on focusing on the key events.

Successful sportsmen from India and Rajasthan can present their medals, important appointments etc., Olympic findings, etc., without fail daily.

Why Follow RASonly Sports Current Affairs? 

RASonly collects essential Sports Current Affairs 2026 in an organised way, and concentrates on sports-related news in India, Rajasthan and also on the major international sporting events. It is possible to interpret each important change based on the event, the key, the important personality and the background.

The Sports current affairs section discusses sports current affairs, sports current affairs 2023, sports current affairs of Rajasthan, international sports current affairs, major tournaments, sports awards, records, athletes, sports organisations, and government sports initiatives in one section.

 

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