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New Indian Express
20 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- New Indian Express
Making waves, hugging the shore
If you've been on the sea for much of your life, it is natural to be at sea. Navy Captain Gaurav Gautam, wife Vaidehi and daughter Kaeya are riding the wave of a unique exploration: The Reeva Project, their Insta handle named after their yacht reflects the fact that they have made the ocean their home. They navigate their lives using mariner's charts and relax in secret coves and tranquil marinas. Each dawn, they set sail on the Reeva—a 42-footer boat painted crimson and white—they exult in feeling the cool sea breeze on their skin, hoisting the sails, and tugging on ropes as they chart their course. Gaurav's passion for seafaring led him and his family to make the moving home their idea of life. The concept of living on the sea is romantic, but a sailor's life is more than just Sinbad's adventures—only those with the necessary skill set and discipline can survive. Says the 49-year-old Gaurav, 'While you need skills, it's not difficult to learn to sail.' The day is well organised. 'I finish repairs and chores before the day progresses; the sun is merciless after 11 am. We sleep early, since daylight comes early,' he adds. The yacht has two rooms that can sleep six people. Gaurav prefers sleeping in the salon which can be converted into a two-bed space because it is at the centre of the boat; besides he can keep a watch on equipment, winds, data, etc.
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
Ultimate Kho Kho season 3 to commence from November 29
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 13 (ANI): In a major development for the globalisation of Kho Kho, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) announced that for the first time international players will be eligible for inclusion in the Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) players' auction for the upcoming third season. The announcement was made by KKFI president Sudhanshu Mittal during a press conference held at Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tercentenary (SGT) University on Friday. He also confirmed that the third season of Ultimate Kho Kho will commence from November 29, marking a new chapter for India's professional Kho Kho league. The press conference was held in the esteemed presence of Gaurav Gautam, Minister of State for Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship (IC), Sports (IC), Law and Legislative (Attached), Government of Haryana who appreciated the efforts done by KKFI for promoting Kho Kho on a global stage and improve the state of sports development in Haryana. Other members who attended were Hemant Verma, Vice Chancellor, SGT University, Amrit Singh Chawla, Member, Governing Body, SGT University and Jawahar Singh Yadav, President, Haryana Kho Kho Federation who promised that Kho Kho will be promoted extensively in Haryana and more Kho Kho players will be promised more facilities and job opportunities. The announcement came alongside the Advanced Level III A Training Programme for Coaches and Technical Officials, which is currently underway at the SGT University campus. Additionally, Kho Kho Federation of India and SGT University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen the commitment of developing educational and scientific resources for all indigenous sports including Kho Kho. Speaking at the press conference, Sudhanshu Mittal said, 'Kho Kho has become a symbol of India's sporting innovation and ambition. With Ultimate Kho Kho Season 3 set to begin from November 29, 2025, we are proud to take another bold step by opening the league to international players for the first time. This move not only strengthens the competitive quality of the league but also reflects our vision of making India the global hub for Kho Kho' The upcoming season of UKK will mark a major shift in the league's composition, as international players are expected to significantly raise the league's competitive profile and global visibility. With its unique blend of speed, strategy, and skill, UKK has grown rapidly since its launch in 2022, becoming the third-most watched non-cricket sports tournament in India, behind only the Pro Kabaddi League and Indian Super League. The first season drew 64 million viewers, including 41 million from India alone. The Odisha Juggernauts claimed the title in Season 1, while Gujarat Giants emerged champions in the 2023-24 edition. The press conference also spotlighted the ongoing Advanced Level III A training programme, a two-week intensive initiative hosted by KKFI and IKKF to strengthen the technical and scientific backbone of the sport. The programme has drawn over 230 participants, including 20+ international coaches and technical officials from countries such as Sri Lanka, Iran, Australia, Korea, England, Malaysia, Nepal, and others. Notably, federations have been given the option to attend the courses online, making this the first hybrid-format training programme in which countries like Brazil and Peru attended. The current programme, being held at SGT University, is split into two segments: training for coaches from June 2 to June 11, and training for technical officials from June 12 to June 15. The technical officials' course has drawn participation from over 100 Indian officials across 30 states and UTs, and 15 international officials, including representatives from Australia, Nepal, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and others. (ANI)
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
International players eligible for Ultimate Kho Kho in a first: KKFI
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], June 13 (ANI): In a major development for the globalisation of Kho Kho, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) announced that for the first time international players will be eligible for inclusion in the Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) players' auction for the upcoming third season. The announcement was made by KKFI President Sudhanshu Mittal during a press conference held at Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tercentenary (SGT) University on Friday. He also confirmed that the third season of Ultimate Kho Kho will commence from November 29, 2025, marking a new chapter for India's professional Kho Kho league, as per a press release from KKFI. The press conference was held in the esteemed presence of Gaurav Gautam, Minister of State for Youth Empowerment & Entrepreneurship (IC), Sports (IC), Law and Legislative (Attached), Government of Haryana who appreciated the efforts done by KKFI for promoting Kho Kho on a global stage and improve the state of sports development in Haryana. Other members who attended were Prof. Hemant Verma, Vice Chancellor, SGT University, Amrit Singh Chawla, Member, Governing Body, SGT University and Jawahar Singh Yadav, President, Haryana Kho Kho Federation who promised that Kho Kho will be promoted extensively in Haryana and more Kho Kho players will be promised more facilities and job opportunities. The announcement came alongside the Advanced Level III A Training Programme for Coaches and Technical Officials, which is currently underway at the SGT University campus. Additionally, the Kho Kho Federation of India and SGT University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen the commitment to developing educational and scientific resources for all indigenous sports, including Kho Kho. Speaking at the press conference, Sudhanshu Mittal said, 'Kho Kho has become a symbol of India's sporting innovation and ambition. With Ultimate Kho Kho Season 3 set to begin from November 29, 2025, we are proud to take another bold step by opening the league to international players for the first time. This move not only strengthens the competitive quality of the league but also reflects our vision of making India the global hub for Kho Kho' The upcoming season of UKK will mark a major shift in the league's composition, as international players are expected to significantly raise the league's competitive profile and global visibility. The press conference also spotlighted the ongoing Advanced Level III A training programme, a two-week intensive initiative hosted by KKFI and IKKF to strengthen the technical and scientific backbone of the sport. The programme has drawn over 230 participants, including 20-plus international coaches and technical officials from countries such as Sri Lanka, Iran, Australia, Korea, England, Malaysia, Nepal, and others. Notably, federations have been given the option to attend the courses online, making this the first hybrid-format training programme in which countries like Brazil and Peru attended. The current programme, being held at SGT University, is split into two segments: training for coaches from June 2-11, and training for technical officials from June 12-15. The technical officials' course has drawn participation from over 100 Indian officials across 30 states and UTs, and 15 international officials, including representatives from Australia, Nepal, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and others. (ANI)
