Adille Sumariwalla, president of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and member of the Mission Olympic Cell, clarified that Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris Olympics is not due to any conspiracy. Emphasizing the importance of understanding the rules of sports, he explained that Vinesh failed to make…
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Vinesh Phogat’s Unyielding Journey: Driven to Showcase Her Olympic Medal to Brij Bhushan
Vinesh Phogat’s quest for an Olympic medal has been fueled by more than personal ambition; it is a fight for a greater cause. Over the past year, the wrestler has been at the forefront of a protest against the alleged sexual harassment of female wrestlers by Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh,…
Indian Envoy to France Presents Bhagawad Gita to Olympic Bronze Medallist Manu Bhaker: Mature, Wise, Grounded
Manu Bhaker made history at the Paris Olympics by winning two bronze medals in the 10-meter air pistol women’s event and the 10-meter air pistol mixed event. On Tuesday, Indian Ambassador to France Jawed Ashraf hosted Olympic bronze medallist Manu Bhaker and her coach Jaspal Rana at his residence in…
India To Play Men’s Hockey Semifinal Against Germany
The Indian men’s hockey team secured a coveted spot in the Olympics semi-finals with a dramatic victory over Great Britain on Sunday. Despite being a player short for most of the match, India held on for a 1-1 draw before triumphing 4-2 in a penalty shootout. India now sets its…
Deepika Kumari’s Quarterfinal Defeat Ends India’s Archery Hopes at Paris Olympics 2024
Veteran archer Deepika Kumari’s Olympic journey came to an end on Saturday as she faced a 4-6 loss to Korea’s Suhyeon Nam in the women’s quarterfinals, effectively concluding India’s archery campaign at the Paris Olympics. Kumari had advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating Germany’s Michelle Kroppen 6-4 earlier in the…
Prime Minister Celebrates Manu Bhaker’s Bronze in Women’s 10m Air Pistol Event
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Manu Bhaker on her remarkable achievement of winning the bronze medal in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol event at the Paris Olympics 2024. In a post on X, the Prime Minister expressed his joy: “A historic medal! Well done, @realmanubhaker, for winning India’s…
A Symphony of Sports and Spirit: PM Modi Sounds the Opening Bell at Khelo India University Games
The vibrant tapestry of the Northeast came alive this week as the Khelo India University Games unfolded across seven states, resonating with the inspiring video message of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His words transcended mere encouragement, weaving a tapestry of cultural appreciation, a vision for fostering a robust sporting ecosystem…
Guwahati Gears Up for a Dazzling KIUG 2023: Sports, Culture, and Youthful Spirit Collide
Guwahati, the vibrant heart of Assam, pulsates with anticipation as it prepares to unveil the grand opening ceremony of the Khelo India University Games 2023 (KIUG 2023) on February 19th. This isn’t just a sporting event – it’s a cultural extravaganza, a melting pot of youthful energy, and a testament…
India Clinches ICC ODI World Cup 2023
Ahmedabad: In a thrilling finale at the Narendra Modi Stadium on 12 November 2023, India defeated Australia by 6 wickets to win the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. This victory marked India’s third ODI World Cup title, the first since their 2011 triumph. Match Highlights: Australia batted first and set…