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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
India to bid for 2030 CWG, bring back its top sports
New Delhi:The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) formally approved the country's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad during its special general meeting on Wednesday. In its bid, India will back a full-fledged sports programme and include their key medal-winning disciplines that were dropped in the truncated edition in Glasgow 2026. Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha. (PTI) The bid, which is being prepared in collaboration with Commonwealth Sport, is likely to be submitted by August 31. After Victoria declined to host the 2026 edition citing spiralling costs, Glasgow came in as hosts with a truncated sports programme due to budget constraints. The number of sports has been reduced from 20 in Birmingham 2022 to 10 in Glasgow 2026. Hockey, badminton, archery, shooting, wrestling, table tennis and women's cricket — most of the disciplines where India's chances of winning a medal is high — were dropped. While these sports are likely to make a return in 2030 — the number of disciplines could be between 17 and 20 — India plans to choose a programme that also showcases its ambition to host the 2036 Olympics, said IOA officials in the know of things. 'We are confident that we will put up a strong bid for CWG 2030. As hosts we will get the importance in terms of choosing the sport but it will be a collaborative approach with the Commonwealth Sport,' IOA president PT Usha told HT. A CW Sport delegation recently visited Ahmedabad and were satisfied with the ongoing work in infrastructure. They have given inputs in terms of budget, keeping the sustainability factor in mind, accommodation, transportation and timelines to follow. CW Sport is also looking to attract youngsters and India's vast youth population is a major attraction. 'They have visited our facilities in Ahmedabad, Odisha and some other places. The idea is to have as many sports in which India can do well, but we have to work together with the CW Sport in this direction,' said IOA CEO Raghuram Iyer. There is a possibility that one or two sports might be held in other cities depending on the infrastructure but the idea of hosting all sports in a close cluster will be the primary aim, said IOA officials aware of the development. Lt Gen Harpal Singh (Retd), a member of the IOA executive committee and the Sports Committee of CW Sport, noted that the Glasgow Games are an exception, driven by the time constraints following Victoria's withdrawal. 'To secure a host within such a limited time frame was a challenge, and it led to the truncated sports programme in Glasgow,' Singh said. 'Looking ahead, there will be a set of 'Core Sports' along with 'Optional and Additional Sports' approved by CW Sport in consultation with the host city, taking into account the legacy, sustainability of the Games beyond 2030,' Singh told HT. 'The final programme will be announced after the host city is confirmed — possibly at the CW Sport AGM in November this year.' 'All sports that were excluded in Glasgow will be open for discussion, every bidding nation seeks to do that. As we are also bidding for the 2036 Olympics, it is important to demonstrate to the world that we are not only prepared to host sports in which we are traditionally strong, but also capable of delivering events that enjoy global popularity. This will significantly enhance our credibility.' Ahmedabad, meanwhile is developing its infrastructure. The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave in Motera spanning 300 acres around the Narendra Modi Stadium, is under development and will feature 10 new stadiums with permanent and temporary venues for sports such as gymnastics, skateboarding, softball and tennis. At the Gujarat Police Academy in Karai, a 143-acre site is being transformed into a sports hub. This includes an athletics stadium and facility for hosting Rugby 7s and football. An indoor multipurpose arena is being built for weightlifting, alongside an integrated sports shooting centre. In Ahmedabad's Naranpura area, a completed sports complex, ready to open soon, will host international competitions, featuring an aquatics facility, an indoor multi-sports arena, a centre for Sports Excellence, and a Community Sports Centre for sports such as aquatics, badminton, squash, table tennis, basketball and volleyball. At Sanskardham educational institute, infrastructure is being developed for combat sports, said people in the know of things. With inputs from Maulik Pathak in Ahmedabad
Scottish Sun
24-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Major sporting event facing TV blackout for first time in 70 years with BBC yet to agree deal to show spectacle
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE BBC are yet to agree a deal to broadcast the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games next summer. Dating back to 1954, the Beeb have been the primary UK home of the Games. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Games chiefs this week unveiled their mascot, Finnie the Unicorn Credit: PA BBC chiefs agreed a deal to broadcast the 2014 Glasgow Games three years in advance. While terms were struck in 2020 to show the 2022 Commonwealth Games from Birmingham. Despite their long history with the event, the BBC have themselves confirmed that "an agreement is still some way off". Terms are yet to be agreed, with some within the Beeb feeling that there is a "waning appetite" for the event. The 2026 Games were originally supposed to be hosted by Victoria, Australia. The Aussie bid was selected in August 2022, but local government pulled the plug just 11 months later due to concerns over costs. In September last year it was confirmed that Glasgow would step in, with Victoria still picking up £100million of the costs. The scaled-back event will feature just 10 sports and six para-sports - with venues reused from the 2014 Games. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Glasgow 2026 chief executive Phil Batty said of broadcast discussions: "This week we have just announced Sky New Zealand as one of our broadcast partners. "We also have Channel 7 in Australia, and there will be news on a UK broadcaster later this year." Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games: did they leave a lasting legacy? The 11-day event is set to run between July 23 and August 2. Around 3,000 athletes are expected to compete in Glasgow, in sports including athletics, 3v3 basketball, boxing and swimming.
The Herald Scotland
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Big summer of music, movies and fun at Queen's Park Arena
Most events will be free or donation-based. The much-loved Cults & Classics cinema strand will return with 31 open-air screenings, including 15 family matinees, four 12+ evening shows, and 12 cult favourites and blockbusters for adults. Big Fun will offer 15 early years sessions, two kids' discos, and a variety of creative activities such as dance, storytelling, and music. Open Stage will feature 15 free creative arts workshops and two flagship events: the Glasgow Choir Festival and theneo, both celebrating grassroots music and movement. Tickets are available now at Chet Capkiner, founding director of Inhouse Event Solutions CIC, said: "This summer, we're building on everything our audiences love from cult cinema and creative workshops to live music and grassroots culture. "We're especially proud that most of our events remain completely free or donation-based, ensuring the programme is accessible to as many people as possible. "I'm also very excited to bring back larger scale live music gigs to the arena this year for the first time since 2017, I can't wait to welcome everyone back this year." The Glasgow Games returns with 15 free fitness classes for families and two major live sports screenings. The expanded programme also includes more ticketed events, with QPA Live presenting music and comedy shows across key weekends. Promoter 432 will launch the opening weekend with The Smyths, Arab Strap, and Warmduscher. Yard Act and Gerdie Greep will perform on July 18 and 19. The programme will close with the Sub Club Southside Weekender, featuring headliners Moodyman and Derek Carter.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Month-long summer festival of film, music, and creativity set to return to Glasgow
A month-long festival of film, music, and creativity is set to return to the heart of Glasgow's southside. Queen's Park Arena's 2025 Summer Programme will run from July 3 to August 3 and will feature more than 90 events, including cinema screenings, live music, creative arts, early years activities, and sports. Most events will be free or donation-based. The much-loved Cults & Classics cinema strand will return with 31 open-air screenings, including 15 family matinees, four 12+ evening shows, and 12 cult favourites and blockbusters for adults. Read more: Body found in Loch Lomond in search for 83-year-old man Govan collector auctions Messi, Maradona memorabilia for charity Big Fun will offer 15 early years sessions, two kids' discos, and a variety of creative activities such as dance, storytelling, and music. Open Stage will feature 15 free creative arts workshops and two flagship events: the Glasgow Choir Festival and theneo, both celebrating grassroots music and movement. Tickets are available now at Chet Capkiner, founding director of Inhouse Event Solutions CIC, said: "This summer, we're building on everything our audiences love from cult cinema and creative workshops to live music and grassroots culture. "We're especially proud that most of our events remain completely free or donation-based, ensuring the programme is accessible to as many people as possible. "I'm also very excited to bring back larger scale live music gigs to the arena this year for the first time since 2017, I can't wait to welcome everyone back this year." The Glasgow Games returns with 15 free fitness classes for families and two major live sports screenings. The expanded programme also includes more ticketed events, with QPA Live presenting music and comedy shows across key weekends. Promoter 432 will launch the opening weekend with The Smyths, Arab Strap, and Warmduscher. Yard Act and Gerdie Greep will perform on July 18 and 19. The programme will close with the Sub Club Southside Weekender, featuring headliners Moodyman and Derek Carter.
Glasgow Times
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Free cult cinema and live gigs at Queen's Park Arena
Queen's Park Arena's 2025 Summer Programme will run from July 3 to August 3 and will feature more than 90 events, including cinema screenings, live music, creative arts, early years activities, and sports. Most events will be free or donation-based. The much-loved Cults & Classics cinema strand will return with 31 open-air screenings, including 15 family matinees, four 12+ evening shows, and 12 cult favourites and blockbusters for adults. Read more: Body found in Loch Lomond in search for 83-year-old man Govan collector auctions Messi, Maradona memorabilia for charity Big Fun will offer 15 early years sessions, two kids' discos, and a variety of creative activities such as dance, storytelling, and music. Open Stage will feature 15 free creative arts workshops and two flagship events: the Glasgow Choir Festival and theneo, both celebrating grassroots music and movement. Tickets are available now at Chet Capkiner, founding director of Inhouse Event Solutions CIC, said: "This summer, we're building on everything our audiences love from cult cinema and creative workshops to live music and grassroots culture. "We're especially proud that most of our events remain completely free or donation-based, ensuring the programme is accessible to as many people as possible. "I'm also very excited to bring back larger scale live music gigs to the arena this year for the first time since 2017, I can't wait to welcome everyone back this year." The Glasgow Games returns with 15 free fitness classes for families and two major live sports screenings. The expanded programme also includes more ticketed events, with QPA Live presenting music and comedy shows across key weekends. Promoter 432 will launch the opening weekend with The Smyths, Arab Strap, and Warmduscher. Yard Act and Gerdie Greep will perform on July 18 and 19. The programme will close with the Sub Club Southside Weekender, featuring headliners Moodyman and Derek Carter.
