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Lakshya Sen share his thoughts after meeting Uttarakhand CM

After returning from the recently concluded Paris Olympics, ace Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen shared his experience after meeting the Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami at his residence on Sunday.

2024-08-18T08:13:33.918008+00:00 IST

Paris Paralympics: Indians who have qualified

India have named 84 athletes to compete at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, which is scheduled to be held from August 28 to September 8. The contingent is India's largest ever sent to the Paralympic Games.

2024-08-18T02:59:50.182752+00:00 IST

Vinesh Phogat continues roadshow, gets warm welcome in Bhiwani

After a roadshow in Jhajjar and Sonipat districts, Vinesh continued her journey along with close friends and loved ones.

2024-08-17T18:09:03.698840+00:00 IST

Bajrang Punia thanks Jhajjar for warm reception after Paris 2024

On Saturday, the town of Jhajjar came alive with celebration as wrestler Vinesh Phogat received a grand welcome upon her return from the Paris Olympics 2024. The streets were filled with cheering crowds, showcasing their unwavering support and love for one of India's most celebrated athletes.

2024-08-17T17:45:08.551666+00:00 IST

India announces squad for Badminton Asia U15, U17 Championships

The Indian contingent left for Chengdu on Saturday after an extensive preparatory camp at the National Centre of Excellence in Guwahati under the watchful eyes of the Indian and foreign coaches

2024-08-17T17:15:40.016519+00:00 IST

Vinesh Phogat welcomed with grand celebration in Haryana

Vinesh Phogat on Saturday received a grand welcome as she arrived in Haryana's Jhajjar after her Paris Olympics 2024 disqualification.

2024-08-17T16:12:17.443938+00:00 IST

Indian hockey players Lalit, Rajkumar felicitated by CM Yogi

CM Yogi took to X to announce their felicitation at a ceremony organised in Ghazipur.

2024-08-17T14:24:30.456017+00:00 IST

"Will feed her churma, halwa....": Vinesh's mother

Speaking to ANI during her roadshow in Jhajjar, Harvinder, the wrestler's brother said that people's love and support will be a source of strength to her in such tough times.

2024-08-17T11:54:27.493319+00:00 IST

“No matter what facilities...": Chopra’s advice to young athletes

India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who secured silver in Paris Olympics after a gold in Tokyo, has called upon young athletes to focus on their journey with dedication and hard work and make the best of opportunities available to them.

2024-08-17T11:25:17.886981+00:00 IST

Driver line-up for Indian Racing League revealed

As the world's first gender-neutral franchise-based league, it will also witness female racers driving alongside their male counterparts in a high-adrenaline, five-round competition, as per a press release.

2024-08-17T11:16:03.727409+00:00 IST

"Couldn't push myself to my extreme": Neeraj Chopra

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who won the silver medal at the Paris Olympics, said he couldn't push himself to his extreme.

2024-08-17T09:16:41.835101+00:00 IST

"I am grateful for this love and respect": Vinesh Phogat

After receiving a rousing welcome at the Delhi Airpor, wrestler Vinesh Phogat said that she is "grateful" for receiving such love and respect from the citizens.

2024-08-17T07:24:50.721028+00:00 IST

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat holds roadshow in Delhi

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat held a roadshow at the national capital on Saturday after returning from the Paris Olympics.

2024-08-17T07:00:34.552206+00:00 IST

Vinesh breaks down at Delhi Airport on return from Paris

Former Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat broke down in tears on Saturday at the Delhi Airport after the recently concluded Paris Olympics

2024-08-17T05:48:05.046188+00:00 IST

Mirabai Chanu honours winners on Day 2 of the 19th National Speed

The event, hosted under the aegis of the Ice Skating Federation of India, witnessed the presence of Olympic medalist Mirabai Chanu on day two.

2024-08-16T17:43:10.347913+00:00 IST

"I did not know what was the Olympics....": Vinesh opens up

On Wednesday, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) released a statement to confirm that, "The application field by Vinesh Phogat on August 7 has been dismissed." Vinesh was set to face Sarah Ann Hildebrandt of the United States for the gold medal on August 7. She was disqualified before the women's 50kg final after exceeding the 50kg weight limit before the final on August 7.

2024-08-16T17:04:43.209676+00:00 IST

PKL: Ajith V Kumar, Jai Bhagwan among stars on day two of auction

Sachin, who was acquired by Tamil Thalaivas, emerged as the most expensive buy at the two-day event. He was acquired for Rs 2.15 crore. A total of 118 players were sold to the 12 franchises during the PKL Season 11 Player auction, as per a PKL press release. Ajith V Kumar became the most expensive player in Category C in this year's player auction after he was acquired by Puneri Paltan for Rs 66 lakh, meanwhile, Jai Bhagwan was bought by Bengaluru Bulls for Rs 63 lakh.

2024-08-16T16:03:08.215710+00:00 IST

"Was sure I would defend my medal": Pramod Bhagat

Indian para shuttler Pramod Bhagat claimed that he was confident about defending his gold medal at the upcoming Paris Paralympics 2024, but a "hard decision" of handing him an 18-month ban by the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) took away the opportunity from him.

2024-08-16T13:22:02.534485+00:00 IST

PCI, SAI host grand send-off for athletes ahead of Paralympics

The event marked a historic moment as India prepares to send its largest-ever contingent of 84 athletes to the Paris Paralympics, where they will compete in 12 sports including archery, athletics, badminton, canoeing, cycling, blind judo, powerlifting, rowing, shooting, swimming, table tennis, and taekwondo, as per a press release from PCI.

2024-08-16T12:18:19.669257+00:00 IST

"It is only small margins we need to close in....": Narang

A total of 117 Indian athletes participated across 16 sports at the Paris Games and India ended their campaign with six medals - one silver and five bronze.

2024-08-16T11:56:11.449163+00:00 IST

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal felicitates Manu Bhaker

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal felicitated double Olympic medalist Manu Baker at his residence in the national capital on Friday and presented her with a cheque of Rs 10 lakhs.

2024-08-16T08:15:57.842549+00:00 IST