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Kirsty Coventry Elected First Woman President Of International Olympic Committee

Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry became the first woman and African to be elected president of the International Olympic Committee on Thursday declaring it to be an "extraordinary moment.". At 41, the two-time Olympic swimming champion is also the youngest ever elected to be the most powerful person in sports governance. She succeeds Thomas Bach, who steps down after 12 years, and said d she would work with the six other heavyweight rivals she beat.

India Submits Bid To Host 2030 Commonwealth Games: Report

India has submitted its bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Gujarat, a top sports ministry source told PTI on Thursday. The last date to submit the 'Expression of Interest' to host the Games was March 31 and India's letter was sent by the Indian Olympic Association a few days ago. "Yes, it is true, India's bid has been submitted by the IOA and the state of Gujarat," the source stated. This was after sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya recently asserted that the country was interested in hosting the Games India, which last hosted the CWG in 2010, is also aiming to host the 2036 Olympics.

Indian Superbike League Launched, Ushers A New Era In Indian Motorsports

The much-anticipated Indian Superbike League (ISBL) was officially launched on March 17 in an event in Mumbai, ushering a new era in Indian Motorsports. The league, sanctioned by the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), will bring professional motorcycle racing to Indian audiences with a vision to transform motorsports in India and 'Get India Racing'. The inaugural season is scheduled to take place this year end, subject to operational readiness, in three rounds across Chennai, Bengaluru, and Pune-Mumbai, with further details to be announced in due course.

PM Narendra Modi Meets Special Olympics World Winter Games Contingent In Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met the Special Olympics World Winter Games contingent in Parliament and congratulated the athletes for their historic campaign, where they won 33 medals, including 8 gold, 18 silver, and 7 bronze medals. "I am immensely proud of our athletes who have brought glory to the nation at the Special Olympics World Winter Games held in Turin, Italy! Our incredible contingent has brought home 33 medals. Met the contingent in Parliament and congratulated them for their accomplishments," PM Modi posted on X.

MMA Star Conor McGregor Meets Donald Trump, Goes On Anti-Immigration Rant

Irish mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor, who has been found liable of sexual assault, met Donald Trump during a Saint Patrick's Day visit on Monday during which he lashed out at illegal immigration in Ireland. "Ireland is at the cusp of potentially losing its Irishness," said McGregor during an appearance in the White House briefing room alongside the president's press secretary, Karoline Leavitt. "The illegal immigration racket is running ravage on the country," added the fighter, wearing a green business suit to mark Saint Patrick's Day, the centuries-old celebration of his homeland.

Indian Superbike League Launched, Ushers A New Era In Indian Motorsports

The much-anticipated Indian Superbike League (ISBL) was officially launched on March 17 in an event in Mumbai, ushering a new era in Indian Motorsports. The league, sanctioned by the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), will bring professional motorcycle racing to Indian audiences with a vision to transform motorsports in India and 'Get India Racing'. The inaugural season is scheduled to take place this year end, subject to operational readiness, in three rounds across Chennai, Bengaluru, and Pune-Mumbai, with further details to be announced in due course.

PM Narendra Modi Meets Special Olympics World Winter Games Contingent In Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met the Special Olympics World Winter Games contingent in Parliament and congratulated the athletes for their historic campaign, where they won 33 medals, including 8 gold, 18 silver, and 7 bronze medals. "I am immensely proud of our athletes who have brought glory to the nation at the Special Olympics World Winter Games held in Turin, Italy! Our incredible contingent has brought home 33 medals. Met the contingent in Parliament and congratulated them for their accomplishments," PM Modi posted on X.

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Kirsty Coventry Elected First Woman President Of International Olympic Committee

India Submits Bid To Host 2030 Commonwealth Games: Report

Indian Superbike League Launched, Ushers A New Era In Indian Motorsports

PM Narendra Modi Meets Special Olympics World Winter Games Contingent In Parliament

MMA Star Conor McGregor Meets Donald Trump, Goes On Anti-Immigration Rant

Indian Superbike League Launched, Ushers A New Era In Indian Motorsports

PM Narendra Modi Meets Special Olympics World Winter Games Contingent In Parliament