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South Africa in running to stage Africa’s first Olympics as 2036 race hots up

South Africa is in the hunt to stage Africa’s first Olympics after it was named as one of seven countries that will formally present its case to host the 2036 Games

The Guardian - UK · 17h ago

India and Qatar launch bids to host Olympics for first time ever

Seven nations are currently in the running to host the 2036 Olympics

The Independent UK · 19h ago

India, Qatar among seven bidders to host 2036 Olympics

India and Qatar have confirmed their ambitions to host the 2036 Olympics as part of seven bidders. The IOC has indicated a decision will be made in 2029 through a vote of its members. Other nations in talks for hosting the Olympics include South Africa and South Korea among others.…

The Economic Times · 21h ago

Petronet to pay directors up to 1% of profit as commission

Petronet LNG Ltd has proposed to seek shareholders' approval for paying commissions to directors from FY27 to FY31. This proposal is for a maximum of 1% of annual profits according to the Companies Act, 2013. The company reported a net profit in FY26, with commissioner payments remaining below statutory limits.…

The Economic Times · Sep 27

Mixed martial arts bids to make the Olympics sans the wire cage and blood

A modified mixed martial arts version is being showcased at the Asian Games. This sport aims for Olympic inclusion in Brisbane by 2032. Organizers are removing the cage to align with Olympic values and safety. The International Olympic Committee currently finds the sport too violent. Efforts are underway to change…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Asian Games: IOC chief Coventry gives thumbs-up to Asiad accommodation despite criticism

IOC President Kirsty Coventry backed the Asian Games organisers after inspecting athletes’ accommodation in Nagoya, despite complaints over cramped rooms and small beds. Coventry said the cabins were quiet, cool and well-equipped, and compared them favourably with some Olympic villages she had experienced. She said minimum standards remained important.

The Economic Times · Sep 20

Russia to play in first Fifa tournament since Ukraine invasion

Russia is set to compete in the Under-15 World Cup in Azerbaijan next month

The Independent UK · Sep 18

The International Olympic Committee wants mental health screening in elite sports. Here’s why

Elite athletes are exposed to a range of sport-specific factors that can heighten their vulnerability to mental ill-health. These include injury, overtraining, burnout, performance-related pressures, intense public scrutiny and social media abuse.

The Conversation · Sep 18

World Athletics chief Seb Coe: 'We stand firm against Russian athletes taking part'

Coe rejected Moscow's claims of a 'personal obsession' with banning Russian athletes and reflected on his term and the crisis at FIFA.

Euronews · Sep 15

The Economics of Hosting the Olympics

Explore the economics of hosting the Olympics, from soaring construction costs to tourism revenue, long-term debt, and the true return on investment.

inkl · Sep 14