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Vinesh Phogat's Emotional Return Sparks Outpouring of Support

Indian wrestling star Vinesh Phogat's return to India after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) dismissed her appeal for a joint silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics has sparked a wave of empathy and support on social media. Phogat, 29, was disqualified from the women'

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PM Modi's Lighthearted Moments with Olympic Medalists: Choorma Banter and Medal Celebrations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent interactions with Indian Olympic medalists have been marked by lighthearted moments and a shared love for traditional Indian delicacies. After his playful "choorma banter" with javelin star Neeraj Chopra, PM Modi engaged in another heartwarming exchange with Paris Olympics bronze medal-winning

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Romanian Gymnast Bărbosu Shows Empathy for Chiles in Medal Controversy

Romanian gymnast Ana Bărbosu extended heartfelt sympathy to Jordan Chiles as she received her Olympic bronze medal for the floor exercise on Friday. The medal ceremony in Bucharest, Romania, followed a controversial ruling that stripped Chiles of the medal she had initially been awarded. Bărbosu acknowledged the emotional turmoil faced

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Chopra Confident in Nadeem Rivalry, Aims to Break Olympic Record

Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic silver medalist in javelin throw, expressed his confidence in competing against Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem and his belief that he could have broken the gold medalist's Olympic record. Chopra, who entered the final as the favorite with an impressive 89.34m

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Neeraj Chopra Settles for Silver in Paris Olympics Javelin Throw

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic champion, fell short of retaining his gold medal at the recently concluded Paris Olympics, settling for silver with a best throw of 89.45 meters. In a virtual press briefing, Chopra expressed his disappointment, acknowledging that he lacked the physical sharpness to

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Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder: CBI Identifies Suspects, IMA Calls for Nationwide Strike

The heinous rape-murder of a young doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital has sparked outrage and protests across the nation. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the investigation under the orders of the Calcutta High Court. CBI officials have identified at least

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Krishan Bahadur Pathak Set to Succeed PR Sreejesh as India's No. 1 Goalkeeper

PR Sreejesh's retirement from international hockey after the Paris Olympics has left a void in the Indian team's goalkeeping department. Krishan Bahadur Pathak, Sreejesh's deputy for the past three years, is the frontrunner to succeed him. Pathak, 27, has 125 caps and has shown

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Neeraj Chopra Battles Injury, Aims for Distance Improvement

Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic silver medalist in javelin throw, is currently training in Switzerland to prepare for his upcoming competitions. Despite battling a long-standing groin injury, Chopra remains confident in his abilities and aims to improve his distance. Chopra's injury has limited his training sessions, but

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Indian Paralympic Contingent Aims for 25 Medals in Paris Despite Bhagat Suspension

The Indian Paralympic contingent, despite the absence of star shuttler Pramod Bhagat, remains optimistic about achieving a medal haul of at least 25 at the upcoming Paralympics in Paris. With an 84-member contingent competing across 12 disciplines, the Indian team is aiming to surpass its performance at the Tokyo Paralympics,

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Arshad Nadeem's Olympic Gold Sparks Controversy over Olympian Invitations

Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan's celebrated javelin thrower, has become a national icon after his historic gold medal victory at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. His record-breaking throw of 92.97m ended Pakistan's long wait for an Olympic gold medal. Upon his return to Pakistan, Nadeem has been

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Legendary Shooter Peter Wilson Eyes Indian Coaching Job for 2028 Olympics

Legendary double trap marksman Peter Wilson, who guided his compatriot Nathan Hales to trap gold at the recent Paris Olympics, has expressed interest in coaching the Indian shooting team for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Wilson, 37, is a decorated shooter who won a gold medal in double trap at

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P.R. Sreejesh Announces Retirement from International Hockey After Paris Olympics

P.R. Sreejesh, the legendary Indian hockey goalkeeper, has announced his retirement from international hockey after the Paris Olympics. His decision, made through a series of comic strips on social media, was a testament to his clarity of thought and meticulous planning. Sreejesh's journey began in 2004 when

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Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem: A Bond Beyond Competition

Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem: A Tale of Sportsmanship and Mutual Respect India's Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem are fierce competitors on the javelin field, but off the ground, they share an unbreakable bond. Their mutual respect and admiration transcend the outcome of any competition.

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Vinesh Phogat's Olympic Journey Ends Without Medal, But Love and Respect Abound

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's journey at the Paris Olympics 2024 may have ended without a medal, but the outpouring of love and respect from her fans has made her mother believe that it outweighs any gold medal. Upon her arrival in India on Saturday, Vinesh was greeted by

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Olympic Javelin Stars Receive Unique Gifts: Buffaloes and Desi Ghee

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem's historic Olympic gold in the men's javelin final has sparked a wave of celebration and recognition. Among the unique gifts bestowed upon the 27-year-old was a buffalo from his father-in-law, a traditional honor in his hometown. Nadeem's close rival

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Arshad Nadeem vs Neeraj Chopra Rivalry Surpasses Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem's historic gold medal victory in the men's javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024 has sparked comparisons to the iconic Border-Gavaskar Trophy rivalry between India and Australia. Nadeem's record-breaking throw of 92.97m dethroned defending champion Neeraj Chopra of

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Vinesh Phogat's Emotional Return to India After Olympics Disqualification

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's return to India after her Paris Olympics 2024 campaign was met with an overwhelming reception from the crowd. Hundreds of supporters had gathered outside the IGI airport in New Delhi to give a rousing welcome to Vinesh, who was disqualified for being overweight after

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Vinesh Phogat Defends Support Staff Amid Weight Controversy

Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the Olympics 2024 50kg wrestling final due to being overweight has sparked controversy, with blame being directed towards her support staff. Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh questioned the presence of Vinesh's personal coach and support staff in Paris, suggesting

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Arshad Nadeem Calls for Modern Facilities for Women Athletes

Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan's Olympic javelin throw gold medalist, has called for the government to invest in modern facilities for women athletes. Nadeem, who returned home to a hero's welcome after winning Pakistan's first Olympic gold since 1984, has received numerous cash prizes, cars, and

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India's Largest Paralympic Contingent of 84 Athletes to Compete in Paris 2024

India has announced its largest-ever contingent of 84 athletes to compete at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, scheduled from August 28 to September 8. This marks a significant increase from the 54 athletes sent to the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, including 14 women. Notably, India will participate in three new sports at

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Vinesh Phogat Receives Grand Welcome After Olympic Disqualification

Celebrated Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat received a rousing welcome upon her return to India after her controversial disqualification at the Paris Olympics. Hundreds of supporters gathered outside the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, expressing their solidarity with Phogat, who was disqualified for being overweight after reaching the 50kg final.

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NRAI's "Ever-Changing" Selection Policy Hurts Shooters, Says Coach Jaspal Rana

Manu Bhaker's coach, Jaspal Rana, has vehemently criticized the National Rifle Association of India's (NRAI) "ever-changing" Olympic selection policy. Rana believes that the lack of consistency has hindered the progress of promising shooters and will continue to do so if not addressed. Rana, a

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Vivianne Robinson: The Super Fan Returns for Paris 2024

Vivianne Robinson, a dedicated Olympics enthusiast from Venice Beach, Florida, is making her sixth Olympic appearance in Paris 2024. Her passion for the Games has led her to travel to various venues, collect commemorative pins, and become a sought-after fan for photographs. In Rio 2016, Robinson's presence was

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India's Olympic Performance Raises Concerns, Mahindra Expresses Distress

India's Disappointing Performance at Paris Olympics 2024 Raises Concerns India's performance at the recently concluded Paris Olympics 2024 has left many disappointed, including Mahindra Group founder Anand Mahindra. Despite the government's significant investment in sports infrastructure and incentives, India finished a lowly 71st in

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Neeraj Chopra Claims Silver in Paris Olympics Javelin, Eyes Hat-Trick in Los Angeles

Neeraj Chopra, India's golden boy of javelin, narrowly missed out on the gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, settling for silver despite a season-best throw of 89.45m. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem stole the show with a mammoth 92.97m throw, breaking the Olympic record and