New Delhi, October 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Limited has appointed David John as Strategy Director and Dr. A.B. Subbaiah as Team Manager for the Kalinga Lancers, ahead of the highly anticipated return of the Hockey India League (HIL) in 2024, following a seven-year hiatus. These strategic appointments reflect Vedanta’s commitment to building a top-performing team, poised to excel in ...
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Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra inaugurates Under Armour’s first store in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, October 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Under Armour, the global sportswear giant, has made its much-anticipated debut in Odisha with the opening of its first exclusive store at Bhubaneswar’s Nexus Esplanade Mall on Thursday. The store was inaugurated by none other than Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra, who received a warm welcome from sports enthusiasts, fitness buffs, and his ...
Read More »Dalmia Cement felicitates specially-abled cricket sensation from Rajgangpur
Rajgangpur, October 5, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartwarming celebration of resilience and achievement, Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd. (DCBL), one of India’s leading cement manufacturers, honoured Abhishek Shukla, a cricketing sensation and an inspiring employee of Dalmia Cement, for his incredible journey and achievements. Abhishek, who was born with an amputated left hand, has defied all odds to not only ...
Read More »Vedanta acquires Kalinga Lancers: A major boost for Odisha’s sports legacy
New Delhi, October 4, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a landmark move underscoring its deep-rooted commitment to sports in Odisha, billionaire Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta Limited has acquired full ownership of the Kalinga Lancers, a premier hockey team based in Bhubaneswar. This acquisition, announced on Friday during a franchisee event in New Delhi, comes as anticipation builds for the much-awaited return of ...
Read More »Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon gears to welcome World & Olympic champion Joshua Cheptegei to lead the elite field
New Delhi, September 26, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Registrations for the World’s most prestigious Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon (VDHM) are in full swing. The World Athletics Gold Label Road Race, with a prize money of USD 260,000, will be flagged off from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday, October 20. Top athletes from around the globe will join India’s finest and amateur ...
Read More »Hindustan Zinc to host Vedanta Zinc City Half Marathon in Udaipur
Udaipur, September 25, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Hindustan Zinc’s Vedanta Zinc City Half Marathon, widely regarded as India’s most beautiful marathon and one of the world’s most scenic races, is set to attract thousands of participants from across the globe. The event will take place at the iconic Udaipur Field Club on Sunday, 29th September 2024. The inaugural marathon boasts a ...
Read More »Rajorshi Misra shines as ‘Best Player’ at CBSE Far East Zone Chess Championship 2024
Bongaigaon, September 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau: The CBSE Far East Zone Chess Championship (Under-17 Mixed) 2024, held from September 20th to 22nd at Royal Global School, Guwahati, Assam, concluded with an exciting display of talent and competition. Among the 46 participating schools and 184 competitors, DPS Ruby Park, Kolkata, emerged as the overall champion in the highly competitive Under-17 category. ...
Read More »KIIT-DU felicitates 17 athletes from the Paris Olympics and Paralympics with cash awards
Bhubaneswar, September 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): KIIT-DU hosted a momentous event on Sunday honoring the students who represented India at the recently concluded Paris Olympics and Paralympics. Led by the university’s Founder, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, the celebration showcased the remarkable achievements of these athletes and emphasized the vital role of sports in education. Each athlete was awarded a cash prize ...
Read More »Pratyasa Ray wins 32nd Ekalabya Puraskar for outstanding achievements in swimming
Bhubaneswar, September 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant achievement for Odisha’s sporting community, Pratyasa Ray has been honored with the prestigious 32nd Ekalabya Puraskar for 2024. The decision was made unanimously by the Ekalabya Puraskar Committee, comprising distinguished jury members from various sectors, during a meeting held today. Pratyasa Ray, a rising star in swimming with an impressive track ...
Read More »Wonderla to play key role in enriching Odisha’s youth: Deputy CM Pravati Parida
Bhubaneswar, September 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Wonderla Holidays is set to play a transformative role in enriching the lives of Odisha’s youth and promoting holistic growth, said Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister, Pravati Parida, during the inauguration of Wonderla’s newest amusement park on the outskirts of the state capital on Friday. At the inauguration ceremony, Deputy CM Parida emphasized the importance ...
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