Kiren Rijiju

21 New Sports Disciplines Added To List For Govt Jobs

New Delhi: The Central government has drafted in 21 new sports disciplines including ‘Mallakhamb’ and ‘Sepak Takraw’ in the list…

February 8, 2021

All New & Upgraded SAI Facilities To Be Named After Sportspersons

New Delhi: All upcoming and upgraded sports facilities of the Sports Authority of India (SA) will be named after renowned…

January 17, 2021

Yogasana Now A Competitive Sport; To Be Included In Khelo India Games

New Delhi: Yogasana has been recognised by the government as a competitive sport. Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju and Minister…

December 17, 2020

President Kovind Confers NSS Awards On 42, Including 14 Women

New Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind conferred the National Service Scheme (NSS) Awards 2018-19 through a virtual ceremony from Rashtrapati…

September 24, 2020

Sports Quota: 20 New Disciplines To Be Eligible For Government Jobs

New Delhi: Athletes of 20 new disciplines will henceforth be eligible for government jobs under the sports quota. The ministry…

September 2, 2020

‘His Magic With Hockey Stick Will Never Be Forgotten’: PM Pays Tribute To Major Dhyan Chand On National Sports Day

New Delhi: On the occasion of National Sports Day on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Sports Minister Kiren…

August 29, 2020

No Salary Cap For Indian Coaches; 4-Year Contracts On Offer

New Delhi: The central government is all set to remove the salary cap of Rs two lakh for Indian coaches…

July 4, 2020

Govt To Set Up 1000 District-Level Khelo India Centres And Engage Past Champions

New Delhi: To utilise the expertise of past champions for grassroot-level training of athletes and also ensure a sustained source…

June 19, 2020