AUG 27, 2026
Modi Urges Playgrounds Over Screens at Khelo India Dialogue
PM Modi urges children to choose playgrounds over screens as India expands grassroots sports, launches a nationwide talent hunt and targets stronger Olympic participation.
AUG 27, 2026
PM Modi urges children to choose playgrounds over screens as India expands grassroots sports, launches a nationwide talent hunt and targets stronger Olympic participation.
AUG 27, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for India to expand its participation across Olympic sports, stressing that competing in more events is essential to improving the country's medal tally.
AUG 3, 2026
Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated India's Commonwealth Games 2026 weightlifting medallists with cash rewards, applauded their record-breaking performances, and urged them to inspire young athletes by promoting sports in schools and colleges.
JUL 31, 2026
The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹36,441 crore expanded Khelo India Scheme and enhanced support for National Sports Federations from 2026-31 to boost athlete development, coaching, sports infrastructure and India's Olympic ambitions.
JUL 17, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India's new National Sports Policy, backed by Khelo India and the TOPS Scheme, along with partnerships with Australia and New Zealand, will strengthen athlete development and sports infrastructure across the country.
JUL 10, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese launched the India-Australia Sports Collaboration Roadmap at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, strengthening bilateral cooperation in sports while highlighting India's 2030 Commonwealth Games, 2036 Olympic ambitions, and the upcoming Big Bash League match in Chennai.
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.