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The saree conundrum at Commonwealth Games: It’s comfort over convention for quite a few

February 25, 2018 14:55 IST

The IOA decided to replace the saree with blazers and trousers as the ceremonial dress for female athletes, a move which the governing body claimed, was dictated by the feedback received.

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Commonwealth Games 2018: One Swallow may make a summerSubscriber Only

February 24, 2018 07:54 IST

One of the 4 gymnasts who have made the final at World Cup, Rakesh Patra on the rings, has the potential to win medal at Commonwealth Games.

Nine-member Indian cycling team for Commonwealth Games

February 24, 2018 00:06 IST

The Cycling Federation of India on Friday announced a nine-member team, including five women, for the upcoming Commonwealth Games to be held in Gold Coast.

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Sakina Khatun set to take part in Commonwealth Games after IOA accepts CGF’s conditions

February 21, 2018 22:23 IST

Sakina Khatun is all set to take part in the upcoming CWG in Gold Coast after the Commonwealth Games Federation granted a conditional slot to her in view of the "exceptional circumstances" she had faced.

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Indian boxing’s weight-loss: No 64kg, 81kg male boxers at Commonwealth Games 2018

February 21, 2018 18:53 IST

India will not be fielding male boxers in the 64kg and 81kg categories, along with a couple of women's divisions, in the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, the trials for which would be held by the end of this month.