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  National Sports Day: 10 unique and lesser-known facts about Hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand

  Other Sports | August 29, 2025 11:29 IST

  India celebrated its 14th National Sports Day in honour of the hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand after being announced for the first time in 2012. Here are some little-known facts about someone who has the highest Indian sporting honour in his name-

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  India celebrates National Sports Day on August 29: What's its significance, theme and history?

  Other Sports | August 29, 2025 7:05 IST

  India celebrates its National Sports Day on August 29, after the birth anniversary of legendary Hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. Several athletes and public representatives will encourage the citizens will promote the theme throughout the 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 IST

  Sports 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 IST

  Established 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 IST

  Major 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 IST

  National 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 IST

  The 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 IST

  The 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 IST

  India 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 IST

  The 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 IST

  Former 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 IST

  Thakur 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 IST

  Sports 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 IST

  Odisha 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 IST

  In 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 IST

  Union 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 IST

  Indian 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 IST

  The 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 IST

  Indian 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 IST

  Dhoni 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.