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Olympian Mohammed Shahid’s house razed in Varanasi; Congress decries BJP govt
Varanasi: A portion of Padma Shri awardee Olympian Mohammed Shahid’s house here was demolished by a bulldozer in a road-widening drive, triggering a protest from the late hockey player’s family. According to…
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Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 to take place on July 5
Bengaluru: The Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 is set to now take place on July 5 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru, organisers announced on Tuesday. Initially scheduled for May 24, the…
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Congress’ Vinesh Phogat demands a women’s college in Julana
Chandigarh: Olympian and Congress MLA Vinesh Phogat on Tuesday sought the construction of a women’s college in her constituency Julana in Jind district. During the Question Hour in the state Assembly, Phogat,…
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Delhi HC grants bail to Olympian Sushil Kumar
The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to two-time Olympic medallist wrestler Sushil Kumar on Tuesday, March 4. Kumar was arrested in May 2021, in connection with the murder of a junior national…
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After initial snub, Khel Ratna for Olympian Manu Bhaker
The government of India announced the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna for Olympain Manu Bhaker on Thursday, January 2. Bhaker’s name was not present in the initial list of awardees, raising…
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Indian 10m air rifle team clinches gold with world record score
Hangzhou: A confident Indian 10m air rifle team led by teenage world champion Rudrankksh Patil gave the country its first gold medal at the Asian Games, securing the top place in the…
