SPORTING NATION REPORT
Premium sneaker stampede sweeps India off its feet and Adidas is game for it
The trend of premiumisation is gaining momentum in the footwear, watches, and gym apparel market, with consumers seeking quality, exclusivity, and a deeper connection with their brands. Adidas and Myntra have seen a 30-40% increase in premium options on their website, reflecting this trend. India's large population aspiring for better products and a natural consumer behavior of constantly seeking improvement are driving this trend.
India vs SA ICC T20 World Cup Final: Playing XI, weather forecast, pitch report, where to watch, and other key things
India vs SA T20 World Cup 2024 Final Barbados: India will face South Africa in the T20 World Cup final on Saturday, June 29, at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. Both teams have shown exceptional performances throughout the tournament. The pitch at Kensington Oval favors pace bowlers, and winning the toss has historically been advantageous. India and South Africa, each with strong squads, will compete for the prestigious title.
India to push its 2036 Olympic bid case in Paris; will seek inclusion of indigenous disciplines
India's sports administrators will lobby hard at the Paris Olympics for a successful 2036 Olympic bid, advocating for the inclusion of indigenous sports like yoga, kho kho, and kabaddi. The Sports Authority of India's Mission Olympic Cell has detailed strategies to enhance India's bid and improve medal prospects if the bid succeeds.
Opposition can learn from Naveen Patnaik’s bipartisan ways
Despite facing electoral defeat, Winston Churchill, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and now Patnaik have emerged as national heroes with enduring legacies because they chose to put national interest before political advantage
NEET-UG result uproar: Big shake-up looms for NTA amid backlash over exam results
Amid ongoing controversy over the NEET-UG medical entrance exam, significant changes are anticipated within the National Testing Agency (NTA). The agency's operations and exam management are under review, with a high-level committee potentially being formed to provide recommendations, according to government sources cited by The Times of India.
5 world market themes for the week ahead
Central bank decisions in Britain, Switzerland, and Norway will show the rate cutting trend, while retail sales data from the US and China will indicate consumer health. Europe gears up for the Euros 2024 tournament in Germany. Investors are monitoring cocoa supply issues in Ivory Coast, Ghana, and other countries like Brazil.
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Euro Cup 2024: How to watch match screenings in London, special offers, online streaming and more
Euro Cup 2024 is just round the corner and soccer fans just cannot keep calm as some of the leading football stars will be at loggerheads to claim one of the most coveted football titles in the world. There are multiple venues where the game will be screened live and if you want to watch it at the comfort of your own home, there are streaming options available as well.
Before taking on Mike Tyson, Jake Paul expresses his views on US politics, health issues and unemployment
Jake Paul, despite living in Puerto Rico, is still very much aware of what’s happening in the US. He expressed his views on voting.
"Pandian not my successor... people of Odisha will decide on this": Naveen Patnaik
Days after the results of the Odisha assembly polls, state outgoing Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Saturday said that Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader VK Pandian is not his "successor" and pointed out that the people of the state would decide on this.
Mad Influence and Star Sports-backed competition gets its second edition winner
Mad Influence and Star Sports launched the Star Sports Dream Job contest, won by Soumi Dey Sarkar, a national-level athlete in powerlifting and running.
This city tops list with most number of deadliest car accidents in US: Report
Memphis, a city in the state of Tennessee, has recorded the greatest number of car crashes in the US for the year 2022. In the list of top 10 cities with the most number of car accidents, 3 cities belong to the state of Florida.
Anand Mahindra enjoys tug-of-war between India & China!
A video posted by the news agency ANI depicted troops from India and China participating in a tug-of-war game. According to the agency, Army officials confirmed the authenticity of the viral video, which allegedly captures a friendly league match held on Monday as part of the UN Peacekeeping Mission. Tug of War is a competitive sport where two teams pull on opposite ends of a rope, with the goal of pulling the opposing team across a central line.
Has India’s toy story started to falter?
After hitting a high of $177 million in the financial year 2022, India’s toy exports are seeing a fall. To add to the pain, imports are also rising.
UP government steps in to rescue MotoGP in India, Dorna says decision on race imminent
Uttar Pradesh government, which was the main race sponsor in the inaugural edition in 2023, has now become the event promoter alongside Fairstreet Sports and is keen to ensure that Grand Prix of India takes place in September as mentioned on the MotoGP website.
EA College Football 25 trailer brings back college football: Game release date, features & more
Electronic Arts (EA) is known for hitting high-rated sporting games including the likes of FIFA, Cricket '07, '09, and so on. This time their latest addition to the sports segment, College Football's Glimpse is seeing fans go simply crazy.
How did Cristiano Ronaldo become world's richest sporting icon? Where do Messi, Mbappe feature in Forbes' list
Portugal's star striker and World Cupper Cristiano Ronaldo, who currently plays in the cash-rich Saudi Pro League, has emerged as the richest sportsman as Lionel Messi settles for the third position.
Thailand extends visa exemption program for Indian tourists
Thailand has extended visa exemption for Indian and Taiwanese tourists until November 11, 2024, to boost tourism and economy. The country aims to attract 80 million tourists by 2027, emphasizing the sector's vital role in the economy.
Blue Lock Season 2 set to return, release date revealed | What to expect
Popular Japanese manga sports series Blue Lock's second season will see the green light this year itself, according to the official announcement by the creators. Blue Lock shies away from the traditional concept of teamwork seen in most Shonen Jump manga, rather focusing on the individuals.
Illegal betting sites start new innings as IPL action picks up
Illegal sports betting sites like Parimatch, and 1XBet target IPL fans with discounts. E-Gaming Federation seeks government ban due to tax pilferage and national security risks. Fraudulent sites expose users to financial fraud.
The roving Indian: Rise of luxury sports tourism
The Paris Olympics and the T20 World Cup are not enough for India’s luxury sports tourists who seek unique experiences alongside the sporting events.
Indian sports industry clock 11 per cent growth in revenue to ₹15,766 crore in 2023
Media spends on sports fell 1% to ₹7,494 crore last year due to a 16% decline in TV ad revenue to ₹4,620 crore, according to the latest edition of the India Sports Sponsorship Report by GroupM ESP. The lower TV ad revenue represents the ad revenue loss suffered by Star Sports from the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2023.
Transition to regulated environment painful for online gaming sector: Dream Sports CEO
Harsh Jain, CEO of Dream Sports, discussed the challenges faced by the online gaming industry in India at Mumbai Tech Week. He highlighted the impact of government regulation and the GST Council's decision.
Disney, Fox, Warner Bros Discovery to create joint sports streaming platform
The CEOs have been discussing a collaboration for some time, according to two people with knowledge of the situation. The partners view this sports-centric service as providing consumers with more choice, not replacing Disney's flagship ESPN television network or Fox's FS1, which already reach an avid group of sports fans on TV, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Decision to suspend WFI not taken under any pressure: UP BJP chief Chaudhary
Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary defended the suspension of the newly-elected WFI, stating that the Union Sports Ministry's decision was not due to pressure and followed due process. The Sports Ministry suspended the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) after a sudden announcement of organizing U-15 and U-20 nationals without proper procedures and sufficient notice to wrestlers.
Amazon in talks to invest in Diamond Sports: Report
Amazon is in talks to invest in regional-sports programmer Diamond Sports, a move that would advance the e-commerce giant's push into sports content. Diamond Sports Group, which carries games of over 40 major sports teams and filed for bankruptcy, is negotiating a strategic investment and multi-year streaming partnership with Amazon.
Puma to terminate sponsorship of Israel's national football team: Report
Puma has decided to terminate its sponsorship of the Israel national football team, a decision made a year ago and unrelated to the Gaza conflict boycott calls. The Germany-based sportswear company, citing financial reasons and aligning with its "fewer-bigger-better" strategy, will not extend its contract with the Israel Football Association. Puma, set to conclude its sponsorship of Serbia's national team, plans to continually review and select strong partnerships.
ICC ban a betrayal of the nation: Sri Lanka sports minister
Roshan Ranasinghe, Sri Lanka's sports minister, rebuked Sri Lankan cricket for bidding for ban by ICC and alleged the cricket board for betrayal. Ranasinghe had appointed an interim committee headed by Arjuna Ranatunga after sacking the governing body for Sri Lanka's disastrous World Cup campaign. However, the ICC suspended Sri Lanka with immediate effect for government interference.
Death of Indian-origin student-athlete in Singapore: Coach failed to check on his health, claims report
An investigation into the death of a 14-year-old Indian-origin student-athlete at the Singapore Sports School has found that there was a safety lapse as his badminton coach failed to check on his well-being before leaving the track. The coach has been served a notice of dismissal. The student-athlete, Pranav Madhaik, had reported feeling unwell after a fitness time trial.
Diageo India unveils 2023 ESG Reporting Index highlighting progress across Society 2030 goals
The Reporting Index is developed in accordance with the ‘Comprehensive’ level of the globally acclaimed GRI Standards (2021).
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