Current Affairs - Sports

Coca-Cola India's Anandana Foundation partnered with Hockey India for the National Women's Hockey League 2024, marking its first involvement in women's hockey at the national level. This partnership is in alignment with Coke's #SheTheDifference campaign, emphasizing its support for women in sports. The tournament, overseen by Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey, commenced on April 30 and will conclude on May 9, 2024, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, showcasing Coca-Cola's commitment to promoting and supporting women's sports in India.

Indian wrestler Bajrang Punia has been provisionally suspended by the United World Wrestling (UWW) following his suspension by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for his 'refusal' to provide a urine sample during the selection trials for Olympic qualifiers.

Amul, the Indian milk producer, has been appointed as the 'Official Sponsor' of the Sri Lanka Men's Team for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. This partnership is aimed at boosting Amul's brand visibility and supporting small and marginal farmers, aligning with Amul's proven model for dairy development.

India secured a total of 43 medals at the ASBC Asian U-22 and Youth Boxing Championships held in Astana, Kazakhstan. The Indian contingent's impressive performance included 21 medals from the U-22 Team and 22 medals from the Youth Boxing Team, highlighting India's prowess in boxing at the international level.

Yuzvendra Chahal, the leg-spinner from Rajasthan Royals, made history by becoming the first Indian bowler to claim 350 wickets in T20 cricket. This achievement places him among the top wicket-takers globally in this format of the game.