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Olympics: News

The Olympic Games are international sporting events that are held every four years. Thousands of athletes across the world participate in the varieties of competitions of Olympics. Almost 200 nations participate in this famous sports competition. The Summer and Winter Games occur alternatively by occurring every four years but two years apart.

11 Apr 2026
New Delhi

India welcomes Korfball Premier League: A unique mixed-gender team sport

In a historic moment for Indian sports, the Korfball Premier League (KPL) has been officially launched in New Delhi.

26 Mar 2026
Carolina Marin

Olympic champion Carolina Marin retires from badminton: Decoding her achievements

Carolina Marin, one of the greatest badminton players in history and a gold medalist at the 2016 Rio Olympics, has announced her retirement from professional badminton.

IOC bans transgender women from all female events at Olympics

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a ban on transgender women athletes from all female events at the Olympics.

16 Mar 2026
Indian Olympic Association

Athlete-centric approach must guide India's sports administration: PT Usha

PT Usha, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president, has called for an athlete-centric approach in India's sports administration.

09 Mar 2026
Rohit Sharma

After T20 WC triumph, Suryakumar eyes Olympic gold for India

After leading India to victory at the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, Suryakumar Yadav has set his sights on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

Australia's Olympic spot in jeopardy after T20 World Cup exit

Australia's early exit from the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka could jeopardize its chances of qualifying for cricket's return to the Olympics in Los Angeles in 2028.

11 Feb 2026
Czech Republic

These ice dancers skated to AI music at the Olympics

Czech Republic's sibling ice dancing duo, Katerina Mrazkova and Daniel Mrazek, made their Olympic debut on Monday.

Winter Olympics: Probe launched as athletes report damaged medals

The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics have been marred by a series of medal breakage incidents.

05 Feb 2026
Winter Olympics

Winter Olympics 2026: Which Indian athletes will feature?

The 2026 Winter Olympics, branded as Milano Cortina 2026, will be held from February 6 to 22 in Northern Italy.

05 Feb 2026
Jay Shah

FIFA's Gianni Infantino meets ICC chief Jay Shah: Details here

In a historic meeting, FIFA President Gianni Infantino met International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah in Milan. The encounter marks a major crossover between two of the world's most popular sports.

19 Jan 2026
Usain Bolt

Usain Bolt hints at Olympic comeback, but not in athletics

Usain Bolt, the legendary Jamaican sprinter, has hinted at a possible return to the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028.

19 Jan 2026
Steven Smith

Australian batter Steven Smith keeps Olympic dream alive

Despite not playing T20Is recently, Australian batter Steven Smith has been in sublime form in the shortest format.

04 Jan 2026
Narendra Modi

India gearing up to host 2036 Olympics, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that "India is preparing with full strength" to host the 2036 Olympic Games.

12 Dec 2025
Vinesh Phogat

Vinesh Phogat comes out of retirement, eyes 2028 LA Olympics

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her return to professional wrestling after a long hiatus.

10 Nov 2025
Novak Djokovic

Will Novak Djokovic play 2028 Olympics? Serb reveals retirement plans

Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis legend, has revealed his retirement plans after withdrawing from the ATP Finals and ending his season early.

Cricket's Olympic inclusion strengthens India's bond with IOC: Here's how 

Kirsty Coventry, the first woman to lead the International Olympic Committee (IOC), has said that cricket's return to the Olympic program at Los Angeles 2028 will strengthen the IOC's bond with Indian fans.

IOC ends Saudi Arabia partnership for Olympic Esports Games

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has scrapped its agreement with Saudi Arabia to host the inaugural Olympic Esports Games.

16 Oct 2025
Commonwealth Games (CWG)

After CWG, can India bag the 2036 Olympics bid?

Ahmedabad is in the race to host the 2036 Summer Olympics, with Doha as its main competitor.

Explained: Why WFI suspended Olympic medalist Aman Sehrawat

In a major development, Paris 2024 Olympics bronze medalist Aman Sehrawat has been handed a one-year suspension by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI).

15 Aug 2025
Steve Smith

'Tricky': Steve Smith reflects on 2028 LA Olympics dreams

Australian cricketing superstar Steve Smith has admitted that getting into the T20I squad for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics will be a "tricky" task.

15 Aug 2025
Saina Nehwal

Independence Day: Indian shuttlers to win Olympic medal

India's Olympic history is laced with with glory and unforgettable milestones.

15 Aug 2025
Indian Hockey Team

Independence Day 2025: India's greatest moments at Olympics

India's Olympic history is studded with glory and unforgettable milestones.

05 Aug 2025
Steve Smith

Steve Smith sets sights on 2028 LA Olympics 

Australian batting star Steve Smith has revealed his ambition to play in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

LA 2028 Olympics: ICC set to approve continental qualification system

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is likely to approve a continental qualification system for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

31 Jul 2025
Sports

German Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier dies at 31: Details here

Germany's Laura Dahlmeier, a double Olympic champion and seven-time world champion biathlete, has died in a tragic mountaineering accident at the age of 31.

Why New Zealand, Pakistan cricket teams could miss LA28 Olympics

Cricket's return to the Olympics after over a century is marred by controversy, as New Zealand and Pakistan could miss out on the 2028 Los Angeles Games, according to a report by The Guardian.

Los Angeles 2028 Olympics: Cricket to start on July 12

Cricket is set to make its Olympic comeback at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

JioStar's Sanjog Gupta appointed ICC's new CEO

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the appointment of Sanjog Gupta as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

IOC invites broadcasting bids for 2028 Olympics amid cricket's inclusion 

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has opened the tender process for broadcasters interested in acquiring rights to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

India's 2036 Olympics bid halted as IOC pauses host selection

India's dream of hosting the 2036 Olympics has hit a major roadblock.

16 May 2025
Cricket News

CWI seeks autonomy over Olympic representation for West Indies

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has shown its interest in deciding who will represent the West Indies at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, if they qualify, as per Cricbuzz.

14 May 2025
Sports

Australian cyclist Rohan Dennis given suspended sentence over wife's death  

Former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has received a suspended sentence for a car accident in Australia that killed his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins.

30 Apr 2025
Asian Games

2026 Asian Games: Cricket gets retained for event in Japan

Cricket has officially been retained for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, set to take place in Japan from September 19 to October 4.

25 Apr 2025
Neeraj Chopra

Don't question my love for country: Neeraj Chopra slams trolls

Indian Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has finally spoken on the recent controversy over the invitation sent to Pakistani javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem.

27 Mar 2025
Ahmedabad

Rape convict Asaram Bapu's land among those acquired for Olympics  

The land on which three ashrams stand, including one belonging to convicted rapist Asaram Bapu in Motera, will be acquired for the Sardar Patel Sports Enclave, Olympic Village, and other sports facilities, TOI reported.

Kirsty Coventry becomes 1st female president of International Olympic Committee

Zimbabwe's Sports Minister Kirsty Coventry has made history by being elected as the first-ever female president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

18 Mar 2025
Boxing

Boxing confirmed for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics after IOC approval

In a major development, boxing is set to be included in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics lineup, pending final ratification by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

16 Mar 2025
Rahul Dravid

Virat Kohli expresses joy for cricket's inclusion in Olympics

Legendary Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has welcomed cricket's inclusion in the 2028 LA Olympics.

05 Mar 2025
Achanta Sharath Kamal

Table tennis legend Sharath Kamal announces retirement from professional sport

India's most celebrated table tennis player Achanta Sharath Kamal has announced his retirement from professional sports.

17 Feb 2025
London

'Will be greenest...Olympics': Nita Ambani says India ready to host  

Nita Ambani, founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation, has made a strong case for India's bid to host the 2036 Olympics.

27 Jan 2025
Indian Hockey Team

PR Sreejesh conferred with Padma Bhushan: Decoding his journey 

Indian Hockey stalwart PR Sreejesh has been conferred with the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award in the country.