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India deploys men pretending to be monkeys to protect Badminton World Championships venue

Delhi stadium brings in langur mimics to prevent repeat of macaque disruption at India Open earlier this year

The Independent UK

PV Sindhu backs plan to monkey-proof Delhi badminton Worlds venue, says ‘you can laugh, but...’

To tackle monkey disruptions during the badminton championships, a team of skilled mimics is mimicking langur calls in the stadium. Celebrating the ingenuity of this initiative, PV Sindhu lauded it as an extraordinary expression of Indian resourcefulness. As the BWF World Championships approach on August seventeenth, India is ready to…

The Economic Times

"Don't put much expectation...": Indian doubles coach Tan Kim Her to Satwik-Chirag ahead of BWF World Championships

Indian doubles coach Tan Kim confirms Satwiksairaj Rankireddy is fully fit for the championships. The focus for Satwik and Chirag Shetty is to take it one match at a time. Ayush Shetty faces defending champion Shi Yuqi in an exciting first-round match. PV Sindhu has struck form and avoids top…

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From Olympic bronze with Sindhu to back-to-back Super 300s, coach Park Tae-Sang's next act takes shape

Coach Park Tae-Sang celebrates two Super 300 titles won by young Indian players. He aims to develop a new generation of Indian badminton stars for future success. The focus now shifts to qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Players must improve endurance, mental strength, and on-court speed significantly.…

The Economic Times

From dream to debut: Four Indian shuttlers ready for World Championships bow at home

Four Indian badminton players will debut at the BWF World Championships hosted in India. Ayush Shetty faces a tough opening round against the world number one player. Unnati Hooda, a young prospect, competes in the women's singles event. Simran Singhi and Kavipriya Selvam represent India in women's doubles.

The Economic Times

Anahat Singh: The badminton fan who became India's first junior squash world champion

Anahat Singh made history by winning the World Junior Squash Championships title. She defeated Egypt's Ruqayya Salem in the women's singles final match. This victory ended Egypt's fourteen-year dominance in the girls' event. Anahat previously won a bronze medal at the junior world championships last year. She now aims to…

The Economic Times

PV Sindhu crashes out of China Open after three-game loss to Chen Yufei

Indian shuttler P V Sindhu lost a tough three-game match to Chen Yufei. She let an early advantage slip away in the second round contest. The energy-sapping encounter lasted close to one and a half hours. Sindhu had entered the tournament after winning the Japan Open title. She was unable…

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You can never write a champion off: Saina on Sindhu

Saina Nehwal praised PV Sindhu's improved attack and recent Japan Open victory. She believes champions like Sindhu can never be written off from winning more titles. Nehwal also expressed hope for consistency from younger Indian badminton players. India will host the Badminton World Championships which features capable medal contenders. Nehwal…

The Economic Times

PV Sindhu defeats Akane Yamaguchi to clinch maiden Japan Open Super 750 title

The victory marks Sindhu's first Japan Open title and her maiden Super 750 crown. It also comes after the 31-year-old reached her first final in more than two years on Saturday, following the retirement of Tokyo Olympics champion Chen Yufei of China during their semifinal.

The Economic Times

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveils official mascot of BWF World Championships 'Peacko'

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya and Badminton Association of India (BAI) President and Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday unveiled the official mascot, Peacko, and launched the official championship anthem for the BWF World Championships, New Delhi 2026, marking the final 30-day countdown…

The Economic Times

PV Sindhu enters Japan Open final

PV Sindhu reached her first final in over two years at the Japan Open after Tokyo Olympic champion Chen Yufei retired injured during their women's singles semifinal with the Indian leading 21-19, 15-10.

The Economic Times

School Assembly News Headlines, July 17: Top National, International, Sports, Business & Education News

School Assembly News Headlines, July 17: Skyroot Aerospace plans its Vikram-1 rocket launch on July 18. India and the UK signed a trade agreement to reduce tariffs on goods. The ICC approved significant changes to ODI and T20 World Cup formats. EPFO credited annual interest to millions of member accounts…

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Sindhu stuns world No. 5 Han Ye to enter Japan Open quarterfinals

PV Sindhu secured a quarterfinal spot at the Japan Open tournament. She defeated China's world number five Han Yue in straight games. Sindhu will now face Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in her next match. The mixed doubles pair of Crasto and Kapila were eliminated earlier. Sindhu remains India's sole competitor in…

The Economic Times

Ayush, Unnati, Lakshya bow out in dismal day for India at Japan Open

Indian shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda fought gallantly before exiting the Japan Open. Lakshya Sen also lost in straight games, marking a disappointing day for India. Ayush Shetty showed grit but ultimately lost to the second seed in a long match. Unnati Hooda faced her second defeat against Huang…

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Sindhu sails into Japan Open second round; Dhruv-Tanisha too progress

PV Sindhu secured a straight-game victory against Wong Ling Ching in the Japan Open. Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto also advanced to the second round in mixed doubles. Rohan Kapoor and Ruthvika Shivani Gadde were eliminated in their opening match. Sindhu controlled the match from the beginning, winning comfortably. Other…

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BWF Worlds tickets priced Rs 499-5,500 as event returns to India after 17 years

Excitement builds as the BWF World Championships return to India after 17 years, with tickets ranging from Rs 499 to Rs 5,500. BookMyShow is the official ticketing partner, with sales commencing Monday. Fans can grab early bird deals and enjoy a 15% discount on select seats. India's top shuttlers, including…

The Economic Times

PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag to headline India's Asian Games squad

India's top badminton stars PV Sindhu and the men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will lead the Indian contingent at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, and Kidambi Srikanth are also set to compete. The squad features a mix of experienced players and emerging talent.

The Economic Times

PV Sindhu eyes title breakthrough, Ayush Shetty leads men's single charge at Australian Open 2026

Two-time Olympic-medallist PV Sindhu aims to end her title drought at the Australian Open. Rising star Ayush Shetty spearheads the men's singles campaign. Several other Indian players are competing across various categories. The tournament begins on Tuesday. Sindhu faces a favorable draw as she seeks her first BWF World Tour…

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Singapore Badminton Open 2026: PV Sindhu falls to nemesis An Se Young; Satwik-Chirag into semifinals

India's PV Sindhu exited the Singapore Open quarterfinals after a loss to Korea's An Se Young. However, the men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a semifinal spot. They won a tough match against Malaysian opponents. The Indian duo will now face top seeds from Korea. Sindhu's defeat…

The Economic Times

Sindhu, Lakshya sail into Singapore Open quarters, Prannoy out

Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen have reached the quarterfinals of the Singapore Open. Sindhu secured a dominant win, while Sen advanced due to his opponent's retirement. The men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also progressed. HS Prannoy's campaign ended after a late collapse in his…

The Economic Times

Singapore Open 2026: Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu lead Indian challenge

India's top badminton players Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu are set to compete at the Singapore Open Super 750. They aim to break their title drought and regain consistent form. Other Indian players like Ayush Shetty, Kidambi Srikanth, and HS Prannoy are also set to feature in the tournament. The…

The Economic Times

Thailand Open 2026: PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya storm into quarterfinals

Three seeded Indian entries, including Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty (1), PV Sindhu (6), and Lakshya Sen (7), advanced to the quarterfinals of the Thailand Open on Thursday.

The Times of India

PV Sindhu withdraws, ATP cancelled, Formula One and football friendlies under threat: US-Israel war on Iran hits Middle East sports travel

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are significantly disrupting the global sporting calendar, leading to cancelled tournaments, stranded athletes and postponed events amid Iran-US-Israel war. Major aviation hubs in the Gulf are crucial for international sports travel and their disruption forces organisers to rethink logistics and prioritise athlete safety amidst…

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PV Sindhu shares diet secrets, adds this important nutrient to every meal: What is it and how does it help?

PV Sindhu, an Indian badminton star, is well-known for her powerful game and excellent fitness. But what keeps her motivated on the court? It turns out her secret is a well-balanced diet with a special emphasis on a component that we all require: protein. Sindhu recently revealed how protein has…

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