NODWIN Gaming acquired Sony’s Evo stake, becoming majority shareholder. Sony transitions to a sponsor. RTS retains co-ownership with Qiddiya’s investment. Evo aims for global expansion, potentially including India, and increased game lineup flexibility. The deal marks India’s rise in global esports.
View More NODWIN Gaming Takes the Lead: Evo Championship’s New Chapter
The Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) launches, featuring mixed-gender teams, equal prize money, and regional circuits. Partnering with the Women’s Golf Association of India, the league aims to boost visibility and opportunities for women golfers. It includes mentorship programs and targets the 2028 Olympic mixed doubles format.
View More IGPL: A New Era for Indian Golf with Inclusive Format and Equal Pay
India’s 18-member men’s hockey squad for the Asia Cup in Bihar (August 29 – September 7, 2025) is announced. The tournament is a World Cup qualifier. Harmanpreet Singh captains the team. India is in Pool A with Japan, China, and Kazakhstan. The team features experienced players and emerging talent.
View More India’s Hockey Squad Announced for Hero Men’s Asia Cup 2025
India’s Lok Sabha passed a bill to regulate online gaming, recognizing e-sports and educational games while banning real-money platforms. A National Online Gaming Commission will be established. The law imposes strict penalties and grants enforcement agencies broad powers. The industry opposes the ban, fearing job losses and a thriving black market.
View More Online Gaming Bill 2025: E-Sports Recognized, Real-Money Games Banned
Red Bull India partnered with Team GodLike, supporting their esports rosters across multiple games. KL Rahul announced the collaboration, which includes jersey branding, content collaborations, and fan activations. This partnership boosts Indian esports, aligning Red Bull with a leading team and expanding its presence in the growing gaming scene.
View More Red Bull India x GodLike: KL Rahul Announces Esports Collaboration
Bhavina Patel became the world’s top-ranked para table tennis player (Classes 1-5) after winning gold at the ITTF World Para Elite event and silver at the ITTF World Para Future event in Spokane, USA, in August 2025. Patel, an ESIC officer, exemplifies how institutional support aids athletes.
View More Bhavina Patel Makes History: Wins Gold, Silver, World No. 1 Ranking
S8UL Esports won the inaugural Legends Ascend South Asia 2025, earning a spot in the LCP Wild Card Playoffs. The tournament, organized by Riot Games, featured a INR 10,00,000 prize pool and saw strong viewership. The win marks a significant step for South Asian League of Legends esports.
View More S8UL Esports Triumphs at Legends Ascend, Heads to LCP Wild Card Playoffs
NEW DELHI: India has a new sporting hero. Ved “Beelzeboy” Bamb has become the first Indian to win a World Championship title in esports, after…
View More Indian Gamer ‘Beelzeboy’ Wins Pokémon GO World Championship 2025
India’s sports community celebrates the passage of the National Sports Governance Bill and Anti-Doping Amendment Bill, 2025. The legislation promotes transparency, athlete welfare, and dispute resolution, establishing a National Sports Board, Tribunal, and Safe Sport Policy. It’s hailed as the biggest sports reform since independence.
View More Sports Fraternity Hails Modi’s Landmark Sports, Anti-Doping Bills
BGMS Season 4 (Aug-Sept 2025) features 48 teams, including a debut all-female Challengers Series. OnePlus sponsors the event and provides devices. The tournament has League, Playoffs, Semi-finals, and Grand Finals stages, broadcasted on Star Sports and YouTube, aiming for increased viewership and esports growth in India.
View More BGMS 2025: Dates, Format, OnePlus Partnership & What’s New
Tamil Nadu aims to become a global gaming hub, hosting a stakeholder meeting to plan its esports future. Key strategies include expanding infrastructure, developing talent, and global branding. Upcoming events like the Chennai Esports Global Championship will showcase the state’s ambition. The government supports AVGC growth while balancing industry needs with regulations.
View More Tamil Nadu Aims for Global Gaming Hub Status with Stakeholder Push
The National Sports Governance Bill, passed by Parliament, is a landmark reform for Indian sports. It mandates fair elections, financial transparency, athlete representation, gender equality, and anti-doping measures. Hockey India applauds the bill, believing it will elevate Indian sports governance to global standards.
View More Hockey India Celebrates Landmark Sports Governance Bill
