Correct Answer :   Lakshya Sen

* Lakshya Sen, the 23-year-old Indian badminton star from Almora, clinched third place at the King Cup International Badminton Open in Bangkok.

* He defeated French rising star Alex Lanier in the bronze-medal playoff with a convincing scoreline of 21-17, 21-11.

* This achievement highlights Lakshya’s consistent performance and resilience on the international stage despite narrowly missing out in the semifinals.

Correct Answer :   Jasprit Bumrah

* Jasprit Bumrah made history as the fastest Indian bowler to reach 200 wickets in Test cricket, achieving this milestone in just 44 Tests.

* He surpassed the previous record held by Mohammed Shami. Bumrah's exceptional performance, including a standout display in the Boxing Day Test against Australia, helped him achieve this feat with remarkable efficiency. His average of 19.56 made him the first bowler to reach 200 wickets with a sub-20 average, further cementing his place among the best Test bowlers globally.

Correct Answer :   Koneru Humpy

* Koneru Humpy clinched her second Women’s World Rapid and Blitz Chess title, reaffirming her position as one of the top players in the chess world.

* She first won the championship in 2019 in Georgia and now joins China’s Ju Wenjun as the only woman to secure this prestigious title multiple times.

* Her victory against Indonesia's Irene Sukander highlights her remarkable skill and determination in the competitive field of chess. This achievement further cements her legacy in the history of the sport.

Correct Answer :   Vijayveer Sidhu

* Vijayveer Sidhu from Punjab clinched his first national title in the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol event at the 67th National Shooting Championship.

* He triumphed over Rio Olympian Gurpreet Singh with a score of 28-25 in the final.

* Despite qualifying second behind Ankur Goel, who led the qualifications with 585 points, Vijayveer showcased exceptional skill and composure in the finals to claim the championship.

Correct Answer :   Rourkela

* The Hockey India League 2024-25 will begin with the men’s tournament at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela on Saturday (28th Dec 2021) to February 1, 2025.

* Returning after seven years, this will be the sixth edition of the Hockey India League (HIL). The revamped hockey tournament will introduce the women’s tournament for the first time, which will begin on January 12.

* Live streaming and telecast of the Hockey India League matches will be available in India.

* The eight-team men’s tournament will predominantly unfold in Rourkela while the women’s four-team competition will primarily be hosted at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astroturf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, with select matches played in Rourkela.

Correct Answer :   Bengaluru

* The 86th edition of the Senior National Badminton Championships was held in Bengaluru.

* M Raghu (Karnataka) secured the Men's Singles title, while Devika Sihag (Haryana) triumphed in the Women's Singles category.

* The event also featured winners in Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles, showcasing exceptional talent across various categories.

Correct Answer :   Doha

The Asian Youth & Junior Weightlifting Championships took place in Doha, Qatar, where Indian weightlifter Parv Chaudhary secured two bronze medals in the 96 kg category.

* His achievements included a bronze in the clean and jerk and another in the total lift, with a combined weight of 303 kilograms.

* India’s overall performance at the event resulted in a medal tally of 12, including 3 gold, 4 silver, and 5 bronze medals.

Correct Answer :   India

* India has been awarded the hosting rights for the ISSF Junior Shooting World Cup for Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in 2025.

* This will be India’s first Junior World Cup and marks the 9th major ISSF event hosted in the country within the past decade.

* India has previously hosted six ISSF competitions, including two World Cup Final competitions and four senior ISSF World Cups, showcasing its growing prominence in the international shooting sports community.

Correct Answer :   New Delhi

* The 2025 Para Athletics World Championships will be hosted in New Delhi at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

* This marks the first time India is hosting this prestigious event, scheduled from September 26 to October 5, 2025.

* Additionally, Delhi will also host the World Para Athletics Grand Prix earlier in the year, from March 11 to 13, 2025.

* The event's 12th edition being held in New Delhi signifies India's growing importance in the global sports arena.

Correct Answer :   Salman Khan

* Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has been named the brand ambassador for the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, scheduled to take place in New Delhi from January 13 to 19, 2025.

* The event will feature teams from 24 countries and aims to elevate Kho Kho's global profile.

* Salman Khan expressed his personal connection with the sport and its cultural importance in India, highlighting that the tournament would not only be a competitive event but also a tribute to the country's strength and spirit.