Martial art of Gatka to be part of KIYG 2021

May 31, 2022

Panchkula (Haryana)[India], May 31 : The martial art of Gatka, as a modern sport, is a standardised style of stick fighting between two or...

Legacy of Gatka: Spiritual sikh martial art and heritage

Oct 14, 2023

The Sikh Warrior tradition, Gatka is a traditional Sikh martial art that traces its roots back to the 17th century when sikh warriors, known...

Several youngsters participate in Gatka competition in Jammu

Aug 29, 2021

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], August 29 : Jammu and Kashmir Gatka Association on Sunday organised the sixth edition of 'Virasat-e-Khalsa' Gatka championship, a...

Martial Arts of India (Part 1/3) - Gatka: The Warrior Saints

Jun 18, 2021

New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI/Mediawire): Gatka, an indigenous art form that is popular in Punjab, was the "last resort" for peace-loving saints from...

Kerala's popular martial art Kalaripayattu is rage in Kashmir

Jun 05, 2022

Kalaripayattu originated in Kerala about 3000 years ago. If myths are to be believed, it was created by Lord Parashurama, for 108 Kalaris, who...

Sports Ministry includes 4 indigenous games in Khelo India Youth Games 2021

Dec 20, 2020

New Delhi [India], December 20 : The Sports Ministry has approved the inclusion of four Indigenous Games to be a part of the Khelo...