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Sarbananda Sonowal
Sun, July 07 2024
Riyan Makes History as First Assam Player in National Team
“#RiyanParag becomes the first Assamese male cricketer to play for India. Proud moment; may be reach the pinnacle of sporting glory,” the former Assam CM
Tue, December 01 2015
Sports minister supports BCCI’s decision to play series against Pakistan in Sri Lanka
Sports minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday backed the BCCI's decision to play bilateral series with Pakistan in Sri Lanka.
Thu, August 13 2015
Did Yuvraj Singh receive Rs 5 Lakh under Welfare Fund for ‘poor’ sportspersons by mistake?
Yuvraj Singh was diagnosed with cancer and treatment in United States of America.
Tue, August 04 2015
Sports Minister urges BCCI to be more accountable and transparent
The Sports Minister furthermore added that the Supreme Court has ruled BCCI as a public and not a private entity.
Thu, July 16 2015
IPL Verdict: Sarbananda Sonowal welcomes Lodha Panel’s decision
The Unions Sports and Youth Affairs Minister was quoted as making the statement at the 'Sports Meet 2015' event.
Sun, May 17 2015
Indian Government in favour of India-Pakistan bilateral cricket series: Sports Minister
Pakistan Cricket Board chief Shahryar Khan recently met his Indian counterpart Jagmohan Dalmiya to talk about a bilateral series.
Wed, January 28 2015
BCCI should be brought under the ambit of RTI: Sarbananda Sonowal
The Sports minister believes that it is necessary to make activities of BCCI transparent.
Mon, November 24 2014
IPL 2013-spot-fixing and betting scandal: Sports Minister vows guilty to be punished
The Supreme Court's hearing of the Indian Premier League spot-fixing inquiry resumed today.
Sat, September 20 2014
Asian Games 2014: Sarbananda Sonowal expects Indian athletes to win 10-12 gold medals
Sonowal lauded the AFI for doing a good job.
Fri, August 15 2014
BCCI to come under purview of RTI, if Sports Ministry has its way
Sports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal intends to accomplish what his predecessor couldn't.