Australia says Games security ‘extensive and well organised’

SYDNEY/NEW DELHI - Finally there is some appreciation for the beleaguered Commonwealth Games organisers from visiting teams. After reaffirming his country’s committment to the Commonwealth Games, Australia Commonwealth Games Association (ACGA) chief Perry Crosswhite Thursday said he is satisfied with the security situation for the Oct 3-14 Games.

Australian Government issues travel warning over Delhi CWG building standards

MELBOURNE - The Australian Government has warned its citizens about the dangers of buildings in Delhi, after collapse of a bridge near Jawahar Lal Nehru stadium, the main venue for the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Delhi CM Dikshit inspects Games Village, all efforts on to save CWG

NEW DELHI - With some international teams opting to delay their arrival in New Delhi for the XIXth Commonwealth Games, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit visited the Games Village on Thursday to assess the situation.

Australia sending elite police squad to boost its athletes’ security at CWG

Melbourne, Sep 23 (ANI): Concerned about security arrangements for the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games, Australia is rushing its elite police squadron to safeguard its players and officials.

Scotland close to opting out of Delhi CWG: Team leaders

Edinburgh, Sept. 23 (ANI): Scotland’s Commonwealth Games preparations are in turmoil after team leaders warned they were “very close” to reaching the “exceptional circumstances” that would prevent the nation’s participation.