Page 4 - Athletes

Fitness culture among 'Divyangs' being promoted: PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that many institutions in India are working to increase the fitness levels and participation of 'Divyangs' in sports and the country is winning laurels in para-sports.Addressing the nation on the 92nd episode of his monthly Radio programme 'Mann ki Baat', PM Modi said, "India is winning laurels in para-sports. We have all been witness to this in many tournaments. There are many institutes that are working on helping Divangs increase their fitness levels & participate in sports. Today there are many people who are engaged in promoting the fitness culture among the specially-abled at the grassroots level. This imparts a lot of strength to the self-confidence of the specially-abled."India has won many accomplishments and set new records in para-sports as of late.Earlier in September, Indian javelin thrower and Paralympics gold medalist Devendra Jhajharia clinched a silver medal for the country in the World Para Athletics Grand Prix held ..

Indian athletes shine in Marrakech Para Athletics Grand Prix with 19 medals

Paralympic Games silver medallist high jumper Nishad Kumar set a new Asian record while Neeraj Yadav set a new National Record on his way to gold in the Marrakech Para Athletics Grand Prix in Morocco

How technology played a part in India scripting triple jump history

Separated by visa issues, coach, athletes turned to WhatsApp; came home with gold & silver

Had felt my season was over after groin injury: Neeraj on missing CWG 2022

Neeraj has now qualified for the Diamond League final on September 7-8 in Zurich, Switzerland, as well as the 2023 World Championships, which has a qualification mark of 85.20m

Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt files for trademarks to protect victory pose

Usain Bolt is looking to sell clothing and fashion accessories under a logo that looks like the victory pose he made famous

PM Modi felicitates India's Commonwealth Games contingent with 61 medals

The PM said that it was a matter of pride that due to the splendid work of the sportspersons, the country is entering into the "Azadi ka Amrit kaal with an inspiring achievement".

CWG 2022: Beyond shooting, India finds 61 reasons to cheer in Birmingham

The athletes showed that India can look beyond Shooting. India, with 61 medals including 22 gold at Birmingham 2022 surprised all by winning in events where not even the ardent fans believed it could

Rotterdam 2022: Noida cop wins Bronze in World Police and Fire Games

Gagan Kumar Paswan's sporting achievement gave the country another reason to cheer amid the Indian athletes' remarkable performance at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

Commonwealth Games 2022 Day 7: India medal contenders to watch today

Commonwealth Games 2022 Day 7: With Hima Das, Murali Sreeshankar and Muhammed Anees at key CWG 2022 events, who will win today?

CWG 2022 Opening Ceremony: When and where to watch the event Live in India?

The entire program of the CWG opening ceremony, expected to last about two and a half hours, has been created by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight. Thus a lot of buzz has been created around it.

WADA signs four-year anti-doping agreement with Commonwealth Games

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced on Tuesday that they had agreed a four-year agreement with the Commonwealth Games Federation aimed at increasing collaboration on anti-doping

'Payyoli Express' reaches the Rajya Sabha: Sprinter PT Usha's long journey

Payyoli Tevaraparampil Usha, or PT Usha, was known as the queen of track and field for her unprecedented achievements that inspired girls and boys alike

Will try to improve further: Neeraj Chopra after breaking national record

The 24-year-old, has registered a best throw of 89.30m -- a new personal best and national record, to finish behind Finland's Oliver Helander, who won gold with a personal best throw of 89.83m.

SAI to release Rs 6.52 crore as out-of-pocket allowance for 2,189 athletes

The Sports Authority of India has sanctioned a total of Rs 6.52 crore as out of pocket allowance (OPA) for 2,189 Khelo India athletes across 21 disciplines, including para, for the April-June period

Top athletes rediscovering form for CWG berth at inter-state championships

Some of them are already on a record-breaking spree but those who are struggling will strive to rediscover form as the National Inter-State Senior Championships are set to kick off, here on Friday.

India to produce champions when parents will emphasise on sports: Kapil Dev

Cricket legend Kapil Dev feels the day Indian parents start giving more emphasis on sports, the country will produce more champions across disciplines.

Will see what needs to be done to ensure interest of Indian players: Thakur

The highly-anticipated second edition of the Khelo India University Games 2021 is set to kick off with the opening ceremony on Sunday

The golden thrower

Neeraj Chopra's biography chronicles how he triumphed despite the deplorable state of Indian sports infrastructure

Earlier there was no transparency in athletes' selection: PM Modi

He was speaking after inaugurating the 11th edition of the 'Khel Mahakumbh', an annual sports competition organised by the Gujarat government

Ukrainian coaches, Indian athletes: Field days

The beleaguered country's influence on Indian athletics has been very strong