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"Nobody has accepted para the way you have": Sharad Kumar

Paris Paralympic silver medallist Sharad Kumar shared his pride and gratitude for the support extended to the Indian Paralympic contingent. Reflecting on his journey and the evolution of the para-movement in India, Kumar highlighted the Prime Minister's significant role in fostering a positive environment for para-athletes. "This is my second medal in Paralympics. I have been associated with the para-movement ever since its inception. It makes me immensely proud to see the Indian Paralympic contingent," Kumar remarked. He added, "This team has categorized India as a sporting nation already. We are immensely thankful to you for your motivation before the games, and we all look forward to meeting you after them. Nobody has accepted para the way you have."

2024-09-13T07:34:58.610213+00:00 IST

"Your contribution is more than medals": PM Modi lauds Paralympics contingent

PM Modi was speaking to para-athletes following their historic Paris Paralympics campaign at his residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in the national capital on Thursday.

2024-09-13T07:33:47.872733+00:00 IST

"I attribute my consistency to you": Yogesh Kathuniya

India's Yogesh Kathuniya, bagged the silver medal in the men's discus throw F56 final, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the support provided by various government initiatives. While speaking to Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, Kathuniya highlighted the impact of programmes like TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme) and Khelo India on the performance of Indian athletes. "...I attribute my consistency to you because of the schemes you have launched--TOPS, Khelo India among others. It is because of you that we have been able to win 29 medals," Kathuniya stated.

2024-09-13T07:08:10.519250+00:00 IST

"I was very nervous...": Paris Paralympic gold medalist Navdeep

During a recent interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Paris Paralympic gold medalist Navdeep Singh shared insights into his journey and the challenges he faced during his second Paralympic participation.

2024-09-13T06:21:42.317233+00:00 IST

"This one is for you...": Antil dedicates Paralympics gold to PM

PM Modi interacted with para-athletes following their historic Paris Paralympics campaign at his residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in the national capital on Thursday.

2024-09-13T05:58:09.956840+00:00 IST

Neeraj Chopra and Avinash Sable set to compete in Diamond League

The Brussels Diamond League Final 2024 is set to feature India's two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra and steeplechaser Avinash Sable.

2024-09-13T03:34:42.276330+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu breaks Men’s 4 x 100m Medley record

They eclipsed the record of 3:47.22 set by the Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) back in 2022. Karnataka's Akash Mani, Vidith S Shankar, Kartikeyan Nair, and Srihari Nataraj also broke the record, clocking 3:46.09, but finished second today.

2024-09-13T02:56:13.994135+00:00 IST

Star para-shuttlers seek more support from BAI

India para-shuttlers Nitesh Kumar, Krishna Nagar, Maneesha, and Sukant Kadam pointed out the lack of support from the Badminton Association of India (BAI) following their remarkable performance at the recently concluded Paris Paralympics.

2024-09-13T02:55:55.794615+00:00 IST

s Paralympic medallists share their experience of meeting PM Modi

India para-athletes who dazzled at the Paris Paralympics shared their experience of meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2024-09-12T21:09:29.325393+00:00 IST

"We will win at least 40 to 50 medals": PCI president Jhajharia

The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) president Devendra Jhajharia made a promise on behalf of athletes that India will target securing 40 to 50 medals at the LA 28 Paralympics.

2024-09-12T20:16:32.519388+00:00 IST

"We will work hard, win medal.." Paralympian Sonal Patel

Paralympian Sonal Patel expressed her renewed motivation and determination after her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.

2024-09-12T18:27:37.959158+00:00 IST

ARRC: Honda Racing India riders arrive in Malaysia for Round 5

Following the completion of Round 4 in Indonesia, the young riders, Kavin Quintal and Mohsin Paramban finished at the 18th and 23rd positions, respectively

2024-09-12T18:22:44.117766+00:00 IST

Mansukh Mandaviya meets India tennis icon Leander Paes

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, held a productive meeting with International Tennis Hall of Famer, Leander Paes, on Thursday to discuss the future of sports in India and strategies to further enhance the country's performance in the Olympics/Paralympics.

2024-09-12T16:31:22.063552+00:00 IST

"Very touching gesture": Navdeep presents a cap to PM Modi

India para-javelin thrower Navdeep Singh presented a cap to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Paris Paralympics gold medallist also got his Indian kit signed by PM Modi.

2024-09-12T15:32:46.243417+00:00 IST

Neeraj Chopra, Sable to compete in Brussels Diamond League 2024

On Day 1, Indian 3000m steeplechase runner Avinash Sable will make his Diamond League final debut in Brussels. Day 2 will feature Paris 2024 silver medallist Neeraj Chopra, competing in the Javelin throw final. Chopra, who currently holds fourth place in the standings with 14 points from his performances in Doha and Lausanne, will face tough competition from Paris 2024 bronze medallist and points leader Anderson Peters (Grenada), as well as Germany's Julian Weber, among others

2024-09-12T15:19:12.205224+00:00 IST

Vidhatri stretches lead to 6 shots, as Rd 2 is cut to 9 holes

Vidhatri Urs started almost two hours later than her original tee time as play was pushed back on account of the weather and forecast of heavy rain and wet conditions. She opened with a bogey on Par-5 first but birdied the second, fifth and seventh for a 2-under 34 that took her 27-hole total to 7-under 101

2024-09-12T15:18:51.198005+00:00 IST

"Gifted my arrow to PM Modi": Gold medallist Harvinder Singh

Paralympic gold medallist Harvinder Singh revealed that he gifted the arrow he used in Paris to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2024-09-12T12:12:23.541022+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Indian Paralympics contingent at his residence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Indian contingent of the Paris Paralympics at his residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in the national capital on Thursday.

2024-09-12T09:35:29.838581+00:00 IST

Searching for hat-trick, Vidhatri takes 3-shot lead in WPGT

With a field of 46, the strength of women's golf was in full play at the WPGT Leg-11 as four players shot par or better and another three were one-over at the challenging course. It all augurs well for the Indians, who will hope to make a big move at next month's flagship event, the Women's Indian Open

2024-09-12T08:22:47.885305+00:00 IST

Indian shooting squad announced for ISSF World Cup Final

The team has nine members from the Paris 2024 Olympics team which returned with three bronze medals and a total of 11 Olympians, who will gun for the title of the best shooter of the year along with the world's top sport shooting athletes, in 12 individual Olympic events on the New Delhi roster

2024-09-12T07:27:34.708634+00:00 IST

Indian contingent of Paris Paralympics to meet PM Modi today

The Indian contingent of the Paris Paralympics on Thursday morning left from their hotel at the national capital in New Delhi to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2024-09-12T04:26:40.365590+00:00 IST