Akhilesh Das Gupta

BAI President Akhilesh Das Gupta passes away; Saina Nehwal, Jwala Gutta condole demise

Former Union Minister Akhilesh Das Gupta died in Lucknow on Wednesday following cardiac arrest.

Badminton World Federation extend hosting rights of the Indian Super Series by four years

In a good news for Indian fans, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) has extended the hosting rights of the Indian Super Series tournament by four years.

BAI removes former general secretary Vijay Sinha after he was found guilty of multiple charges

Badminton Association of India (BAI) today expelled former general secretary Dr Vijay Sinha from its affiliated units and member organisations during its annual general meeting

India will get at least two medals for Badminton in Rio Olympics: Akhilesh Das Gupta, BAI President

Badminton Association of India (BAI) President Akhilesh Das Gupta today said India will win at least two medals at the Olympic Games scheduled to be held at Rio de Janeiro in August.

Akhilesh Das Gupta unanimously re-elected as BAI President

Secretary Vijai Sinha and treasurer Ashok Bajaj were also unanimously re-elected in a clear mandate to the current leadership.

IBL: BAI bats for women's doubles, review system next year

"Both genders play the game with equal enthusiasm and that is why IBL has received so much of popularity, success and attention. Keeping this interest in mind it will be interesting to include woman's doubles if format, time and situation allows," Das Gupta said.

Success of IBL auction reflects the rising popularity of badminton: BAI

World number one Lee Chong Wei of Malaysia, who was bought by Mumbai Masters for USD 135,000, was the most sought-after player India's shuttle queen Saina Nehwal was not far behind as she commanded a price of USD 120,000 from Hyderabad HotShots.