The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) has announced that Russian tennis player Daniil Savelev has been handed a two-year suspension after testing positive for the prohibited substance meldonium in July 2024. Key Details of the Case Impact of the Suspension What is Meldonium? ITIA’s Role in Ensuring Integrity Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams Daniil Savelev’s … Read more
The Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) are back in 2025 with a spectacular lineup of events hosted in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Scheduled from January 23 to February 25, 2025, this edition promises not just thrilling competitions but also a significant boost to India’s winter sports scene. For students preparing for competitive exams, understanding … Read more
Morocco, Portugal, and Spain have been selected to host the FIFA World Cup 2030™, marking a historic collaborative effort spanning two continents. In celebration of the tournament’s centenary, three special matches will also take place in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, acknowledging the event’s origins in South America. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has been confirmed as the … Read more
The world of chess has been set ablaze by a historic moment: D Gukesh, an 18-year-old prodigy from Chennai, has become the youngest World Chess Champion in history. This remarkable achievement is not just a personal milestone but a testament to the growing dominance of Indian players on the global chess stage. For students preparing … Read more
Nine-year-old Aarit Kapil from Delhi has made history by becoming the youngest Indian to defeat a chess Grandmaster (GM). He achieved this milestone by beating Raset Ziatdinov from the United States in the ninth round of the KIIT International Open Tournament. At just 9 years, 2 months, and 18 days old, Aarit is now the … Read more
For students preparing for competitive exams, keeping up with significant international sports events can be a key advantage. Such knowledge not only enhances your general awareness but also equips you with relevant examples for essay writing, interviews, and group discussions. The 2024 Asian Women’s Handball Championship, a prestigious event in Asian sports, concluded with a … Read more
In a significant development for Indian cricket administration, Devajit Saikia, a former Assam cricketer, has been named the acting secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). This interim appointment follows the elevation of Jay Shah to the prestigious role of International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman on December 1, 2024. The decision, … Read more
Max Verstappen, the Dutch sensation in Formula 1, clinched his fourth consecutive Drivers’ Championship title at the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix, held on 24 November. Although Verstappen finished fifth in the race, his commanding points lead secured his place in history as one of the sport’s legends. Las Vegas Grand Prix Highlights The race … Read more
Eight-year-old Divith Reddy from Hyderabad has brought glory to India by winning the Under-8 World Cadets Chess Championship. This remarkable achievement came on a Tuesday, as Divith scored 9 out of 11 points, tying with fellow Indian Sattwik Swain. However, thanks to a superior tiebreak score, Divith clinched the gold medal, while Sattwik secured the … Read more
Introduction to the Indian Premier League (IPL): The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most-watched cricket tournaments globally, launched in 2008 under the guidance of the BCCI. It stands out as a key topic for sports-related questions in competitive exams. Let’s dive into the details, including a year-wise list of IPL winners, important … Read more
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