India's Union government has proposed amendments to the National Anti-Doping Act to criminalize the trafficking and distribution of banned substances to athletes. The amendments, open for public feedback until June 18, propose jail terms of up to five years and fines up to Rs 2 lakh for offenders, including medical practitioners.
Sports Ministry has reaffirmed its policy of a blanket ban on bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan, with no Indian teams participating in Pakistan and vice-versa. However, exemptions remain for multi-nation events like the Olympics and Asian Games. The ministry also aims to simplify visa processes to position India as a preferred international sports hosting destination.
Sports Ministry has reaffirmed its policy of a blanket ban on bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan, with no Indian teams participating in Pakistan and vice-versa. However, exemptions remain for multi-nation events like the Olympics and Asian Games. The ministry also aims to simplify visa processes to position India as a preferred international sports hosting destination.
SEOUL, May 6 (Yonhap) -- The national football governing body announced Wednesda...
South Korea's sports ministry has renewed its call for the Korea Football Association to discipline president Chung Mong-gyu and other senior officials following a court ruling that sided with the ministry. The Seoul Administrative Court ruled the ministry's demand for disciplinary action was justified, invalidating a court injunction that had protected Chung. The KFA must now act within one month to discipline Chung and address administrative wrongdoings within two months.
Under previous regulations, RPL clubs were allowed to roster 13 foreign players and field eight legionnaires on the pitch during matches
A Seoul Administrative Court has ruled that the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism's demand for heavy disciplinary action against Korea Football Association leader Chung Mong-gyu in 2024 was justified. The ministry had sought to suspend Chung and other senior officials over controversial hiring irregularities. The court found the ministry's request fell within its permissible discretion, though it noted the KFA is not obligated to unconditionally comply and the ministry has no direct enforcement power.
SEOUL, April 23 (Yonhap) -- A court ruled Thursday that the sports ministry's ca...
The Russian Sports Ministry has drafted new rules to limit foreign players in the Russian Premier League, proposing a reduction to 12 rostered and 7 active players starting in the 2026/2027 season.
