JUL 14, 2026
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled the official mascot 'Mayur' for the Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026, scheduled from July 27 to August 2 at Thyagaraj Stadium. The event will welcome athletes from 25 Commonwealth nations and highlights Delhi's ambition to become a global sporting hub through enhanced sports infrastructure and talent development.
JUL 10, 2026
At the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the strong sporting bond between India and Australia, interacted with young athletes, praised the success of the Khelo India programme, and reaffirmed India's commitment to hosting the 2036 Olympic Games while highlighting the transformative role of sports in strengthening bilateral ties.
JUN 23, 2026
The 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad will feature 17 sports, expanding significantly from the 10-sport programme planned for Glasgow 2026. Commonwealth Sport says the centenary edition will adopt a cost-effective model, with hosting expenses reduced by up to 60% while leveraging Ahmedabad's largely completed sports infrastructure.