International Kabaddi Federation Plans World Cup, Women's League, and Olympic Inclusion
The International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) is advancing plans to include Kabaddi in the 2036 Olympic Games and the 2030 Commonwealth Games, aiming to boost the sport's global profile. IKF President Kasani Gnaneshwar announced initiatives such as organizing a Kabaddi World Cup and launching a women's franchise-based league modeled after the Pro Kabaddi League. With 62 countries now members, the federation seeks to expand international participation and support through better facilities, training, and funding.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (73/100). Lens Score 32/100.
Outlets measured: thetribune, news18, thehindu. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (70–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thehindu broke this story on 1 Nov, 05:50 pm. Other outlets followed.