National Sports Day
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National Sports Day 2024: 5 ways sports keep your mind, body fit and healthy
Lifestyle | August 29, 2024 16:26 ISTSports offer a multitude of benefits for both physical and mental health. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out, incorporating sports into your life can help you lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling existence.
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Why is National Sports Day celebrated on August 29?
Other Sports | August 29, 2024 12:36 ISTEstablished in 2012, India's National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 every year. On this day, the country also recognises the achievements of sportspersons over the last 12 months. The day also emphasises the importance and value of sports in our day-to-day lives.
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Major Dhyan Chand's statue unveiled by his son Ashok Kumar on occasion of National Sports Day
Other Sports | August 29, 2024 12:03 ISTMajor Dhyan Chand's birth anniversary is celebrated as National Sports Day on August 29 in India. On the occasion, his son Ashok Kumar who is also an Olympian unveiled his father's statue in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.
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National Sports Day: Why National Sports Day is celebrated? Know its history
Sports | August 29, 2023 13:55 ISTNational Sports Day: Why National Sports Day is celebrated? Know its history and Major Dhyan Chand Birthday
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National Sports Day 2023: List of Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Awardees
Other Sports | August 29, 2023 11:52 ISTThe Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award is regarded as one of the top honours in India and is presented to athletes who bring laurels to the nation by their stupendous display.
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National Sports Day 2023: Know unknown and interesting facts of Major Dhyan Chand
Hockey | August 29, 2023 8:00 ISTThe 118th birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, probably the best-ever athlete India has produced, will be celebrated as 12th National Sports on Tuesday, August 29. On this special occasion, here are some unknown and interesting facts about Major Dhyan Chand-
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National Sports Day 2023: India celebrates birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand
Other Sports | August 29, 2023 7:55 ISTIndia celebrates National Sports Day every year since 2012 to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand.
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National Sports Day 2023: Which awards recognize sportspersons and their significance?
Other Sports | August 29, 2023 7:00 ISTThe National Sports Day in India is celebrated on August 29. It was first included in the celebratory days of the country 11 years ago in 2012. National Sports Awards are conferred to athletes as a recognition to their achievements on this day.
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From PM Modi to Sachin Tendulkar, wishes pour for National Sports Day
Other Sports | August 29, 2022 16:47 ISTFormer India cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Mithali Raj and Dinesh Karthik also took to social media to wish the countrymen on the occasion.
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Sports Minister Anurag Thakur launches Fit India Mobile App on National Sports Day
Other Sports | August 29, 2021 13:55 ISTThakur said the app was a gift from the government to the people of India on the National Sports Day, which is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.
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What to do in case of injury? Know from Swami Ramdev
Lifestyle | August 29, 2021 11:10 ISTSports injuries are common. Swami Ramdev tells what should be done in case of an injury answering what should you eat and drink. Along with this, he also shares some yoga practices and pranayama techniques.
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Odisha CM confers Biju Patnaik Sports Awards to players, coaches
Sports | August 29, 2020 22:00 ISTOdisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik presented Biju Patnaik Sports Awards to outstanding sportspersons and coaches on the occasion of National Sports Day
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Prez Kovind confers National Sports and Adventure Awards 2020 virtually
News | August 29, 2020 14:19 ISTIn a first of its kind, President Ram Nath Kovind conferred National Sports and Adventure Awards 2020, virtually on August 29 in New Delhi.
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Kiren Rijiju pays floral tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary
News | August 29, 2020 12:00 ISTUnion Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Kiren Rijiju on August 29 paid floral tribute to Major Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary.
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PM Modi remembers Major Dhyan Chand on National Sports Day
Other Sports | August 29, 2020 10:35 ISTIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered Major Dhyan Chand, and lauded coaches and support staff across the country on the occasion of National Sports Day.
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India celebrates National Sports Day on Major Dhyan Chand's 115th birth anniversary
Other Sports | August 29, 2020 10:04 ISTThe hockey wizard, who registered some of the biggest wins in the game, was an instant star at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics after winning the gold for India.
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National Sports Day: Fitness first for Virat Kohli and Team India
Cricket Ki Baat | August 29, 2019 23:23 ISTIndian cricket team captain Virat Kohli is an avid fitness freak and is credited for creating awareness for fitness among the Indian cricketers. Apart from Kohli, opening batsman KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya are also youth icons, who are idolised by fa
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MS Dhoni, Kedar Jadhav spend National Sports Day playing golf | See photo
Cricket | August 29, 2019 17:10 ISTDhoni was sporting a black bandana with his trademark salt-and-pepper stubble holding the golf club in his hand posing for a photo with Kedar and two others.
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Will not beg Bharat Ratna for my father: Dhyan Chand's son
Other Sports | August 29, 2019 16:51 ISTAshok Kumar, regarded as world's best dribbler in hockey, post-independence, and son of an unbeatable athlete in modern sports history, said that the country should not forget Dhyan Chand's ultra-nationalistic character.
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PM Narendra Modi says athletes giving wings to confident India's aspirations
Other Sports | August 29, 2019 16:20 ISTLaunching the 'Fit India Movement', aimed at encouraging people to include physical activity and sports in their everyday lives, here, Modi said the initiative is a fitting tribute to Dhyan Chand on his 114th birth anniversary.
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