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Sukant Kadam eyeing 'nothing less than a win' in Asia Para-Badminton Championships
New Delhi, June 12: World No. 2 ranked Indian para-shuttler Sukant Kadam is all geared up and eyeing silverware in the upcoming Badminton Asia Para-Badminton Championships, which gets underway in Mueang, Thailand from June 17.
IPC invites expression of interest for governance of Para-athletics and Para-swimming
Mumbai, June 6: The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and World Para Sports are seeking partners interested in taking over the governance of the sports of Para-athletics, Para-swimming, or both.
Dubai named host city for 2025 Asian Youth Para Games
Dubai, April 11: The Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) on Friday announced that the fifth Asian Youth Para Games will take place in Dubai, UAE from December 7–14, 2025. Dubai has been handed the hosting rights on the rebound as the original host Tashkent had pulled out a few months back.
Kavin, Aadithya, Aakansha shine bright in shooting at the Khelo India Para Games 2025
New Delhi April 3: Empowered by the Gagan Narang Sports Foundation's Para Project Leap, three talented shooters--Kavin Kengnalkar, Aadithya Giri, and Aakansha--accomplished remarkable achievements at the Khelo India Para Games 2025. The event occurred from March 20-27 in New Delhi, with the shooting competitions conducted at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range from March 21-25, according to the SAI Media press release.
IPC President calls for improved accessibility to further Para-sport development
Berlin, April 2: The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President, Andrew Parsons, has called on governments and authorities around the world to invest more in accessible infrastructure to further the global development of Para-sports. Speaking at the Global Disability Summit here on Wednesday, Parsons highlighted the transformational impact of Para-sport and how it can act as a catalyst to greater inclusion for the world’s 1.3 billion persons with disabilities.
MannKiBaat: PM Modi lauds Khelo India Para athletes, reads out gold medalist Joby Mathew's letter
New Delhi, March 30: In the 120th Episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the winners of the recently concluded 2025 edition of the Khelo India Para Games.
KIPG 2025: Haryana retain team championship, T.N. runners-up, U.P. third
New Delhi, March 27: After eight days of intense sporting action, the second edition of the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025 came to a close on Thursday with Haryana once again finishing on top of the team standings with 34 gold medals. Tamil Nadu (28 gold) and Uttar Pradesh (23 gold) finished second and third, respectively in the overall standings.
Under PM Modi, no stone will be left unturned to support para athletes: Raksha Nikhil Khadse at KIPG closing
New Delhi, March 27: The Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Nikhil Khadse hailed the successful organization of the Khelo India Para Games 2025 which came to an end on Thursday.
Haryana retain Khelo India Para Games team championship, Tamil Nadu runners-up, Uttar Pradesh third
New Delhi, March 27: After eight days of intense sporting action, the second edition of the Khelo India Para Games came to a close on Thursday with Haryana once again finishing on top of the team standings with 34 gold medals. Tamil Nadu (28 golds) and Uttar Pradesh (23 golds) finished second and third, respectively, in the overall standings.
Under PM Modi, no stone will be left unturned to support para-athletes: Raksha Khadse at KIPG closing
New Delhi, March 27: The Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse hailed the successful organization of the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025 which came to an end here on Thursday. Close to 1300 athletes took part in six para disciplines at three venues in Delhi. Haryana won the team championship ahead of Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.
'Incomplete without Paralympics medal', Bhagyashree Jadhav wants to be third time lucky at LA 2028
New Delhi, March 26: Seasoned shot putter and javelin thrower Bhagyashree Jadhav, who was India’s flagbearer at the Paris Paralympics alongside Sumit Antil, has her sights on capturing a medal at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics.
KIPG 2025: Paralympian Akash wins shooting thriller; Haryana leads medal tally with TN, UP in pursuit
New Delhi, March 25: In a thrilling battle between Paralympians at the Dr. Karni Shooting Range, Uttar Pradesh's Akash won the gold medal in the mixed 50m pistol SH1 category ahead of Paris 2024 Paralympian Rudransh Khandelwal of Rajasthan at the Khelo India Para Games 2025 here on Tuesday.
KIPG: After wheelchair cricket & arm wrestling, why MBA Gyan Prakash is in love with badminton
New Delhi, March 21: Gyan Prakash Sharma likes challenges. Being a talented sportsperson, he began playing wheelchair cricket for Uttar Pradesh and at someone's instigation, not only tried his hand at arm wrestling but also won a bronze medal in the national Open championship in the sport.
KIPG 2025 Spotlight: After wheelchair cricket and arm wrestling, why Gyan Prakash Sharma is in love with badminton
New Delhi, March 21: Gyan Prakash Sharma likes challenges. A talented sportsperson, he began playing wheelchair cricket for Uttar Pradesh and, at someone's instigation, not only tried his hand at arm wrestling but also won a bronze medal in the national Open championship in the sport, as per the SAI Media press release.
Sumit Antil, Devendra Jhajharia tell athletes to take advantage of Khelo India Para Games to pursue Olympic dreams
New Delhi, March 19: Two of India's most celebrated Paralympians - Sumit Antil and Devendra Jhajharia - welcomed 1300-plus athletes to the Khelo India Para Games, the second edition of which begins at the Capital on Thursday. The Games will be played across three venues - Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, IG Stadium and the Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range - till March 27, according to SAI Media. KIPG 2025 will be held in six disciplines -- para athletics, para archery, para powerlifting, para badminton, para table tennis and para shooting. In the presence of over 1300 athletes, 350 support staff and 150 volunteers, the opening ceremony will officially will be held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Thursday evening.
Sukant Kadam becomes world no. 2 after stellar show at Spanish Para Badminton International
Kuala Lumpur, March 19: India's star para shuttler Sukant Kadam has climbed to World No. 2 in the SL4 category in the latest BWF Para Badminton World Rankings, following a string of impressive performances at the recently concluded Spanish Para Badminton International 2025.
Sukant Kadam rises to World No. 2 after stellar performance at Spanish Para Badminton International 2025
New Delhi, March 19: India's para-badminton star Sukant Kadam has climbed to World No. 2 in the SL4 category in the latest BWF Para-Badminton World Rankings, following a string of impressive performances at the recently concluded Spanish Para-Badminton International 2025.
Khelo India Para Games 2025 anthem, mascot and logo launched in presence of Sports Min Mandaviya
New Delhi, March 18: Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya launched the Khelo India Para Games 2025 anthem at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium complex here on Tuesday. The second edition of the para games will be held at three venues in the capital from March 20-27.
Khelo India Para Games making us more competitive: 2024 Paralympics champion Harvinder
New Delhi, March 18: The second edition of Khelo India Para Games (KIPG 2025) is set to begin on Thursday and the 2024 Paralympics gold-winning archer Harvinder Singh can't be more excited. The 34-year-old archer believes KIPG has brought international standards of competition and has become a prominent platform for youngsters to showcase their talent.
Khelo India Para Games is lifting standards, making us more competitive: 2024 Paralympics gold medallist Harvinder Singh
New Delhi, March 18: The second edition of Khelo India Para Games (KIPG 2025) is set to begin from Thursday (March 20) and the 2024 Paralympics gold-medal winning archer Harvinder Singh can't be more excited. The 34-year-old archer believes KIPG has brought international standards of competition and has become a prominent platform for youngsters to showcase their talent, according to a release from KIPG.
Athletes worldwide are on notice: Paralympics gold medallist Heinrich Popow on India's rise in para sports
New Delhi, March 17: Two-time Paralympics gold medallist Heinrich Popow believes that para-athletes from all over the world are realising the potential in India after the contingent bettered their best-ever medal tally at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Paralympics.
'Khelo India Para Games 2025 huge opportunity for youngsters to grow': Navdeep Singh
New Delhi, March 17: The 2024 Paralympics gold medal-winning javelin thrower Navdeep Singh believes the Khelo India Para Games is an important platform for the continued growth of para-athletes and reflects the government's keen interest in promoting para sports in the country.
India tops medal tally with 134 medals at World Para Athletics Grand Prix New Delhi 2025
New Delhi, March 13: India closed out a remarkable campaign at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025, finishing at the top of the medals table with a stunning total of 134 medals, including 45 gold, 40 silver, and 49 bronze.
World Para Athletics GP: India sweeps men's discus throw F11; Preeti Pal shines in 100m (Ld)
New Delhi, March 11 (IANS Hosts India started their campaigns in the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025 on a positive note with a clean sweep in the men's discus throw F11 and a silver by Preeti Pal as the officially commenced at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday. Marking a grand celebration of athletic excellence, inclusivity, and global unity, the opening ceremony witnessed an enthusiastic turnout, with the event being open to all and drawing applause from athletes, dignitaries, and spectators alike.
World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025 kicks off in New Delhi
New Delhi, March 11: The world of para-athletics turned its spotlight on India on Tuesday as the much-anticipated World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025 commenced at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. The grand opening ceremony saw an enthusiastic crowd, including top dignitaries, athletes, and spectators from around the world. The event, which is open to all, has drawn 280 athletes from 20 countries, competing across 98 events over the next three days.
Amit Shah lays foundation stone of Rs 316.82 crore Para High-Performance Center in Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar, March 9: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah virtually laid the foundation stone for the Rs 316.82 crores Para High-Performance Center in Gandhinagar. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghavi graced the occasion.
Sukant Kadam set to compete in Spanish Para Badminton International 2025
New Delhi, March 3: India's top para-badminton player, Sukant Kadam, is all set to compete in the Spanish Para Badminton International 2025, which is scheduled to take place from March 4 to 9 in Spain.
Developmental projects in all sectors: Diya Kumari briefs on provisions for Ajmer in State Budget
Ajmer, February 24: Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari addressed the media in Ajmer, providing an overview of the decisions taken by the government for the development of Ajmer in the state budget, which was presented in the legislative assembly on February 19. Kumari also commented on the Vijaynagar blackmail case, stating that the police administration is taking necessary actions and that the government is closely monitoring the situation.
National Paralympic Athletics Championship: Jeevanji wins gold in women's 400m T20
Chennai, February 19: The National Paralympic Athletics Championship, organized by the Tamil Nadu Sports Development Authority and the Tamil Nadu Paralympic Sports Association, witnessed stellar performances as India's top para-athletes showcased their talent at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium in Chennai.
Vishnu Vaghela, the star of Indian Blind Football shines bright at BRICS Tournament
By Diptayan Hazra, Ahmedabad, January 26: Vishnu Vaghela's exceptional performance in the BRICS Blind Football Tournament earned him the prestigious Best Player of the Tournament award.
Very happy that my hard work of eight years has paid off: Rakesh Kumar on being conferred for Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 17: India's para-archer Rakesh Kumar expressed his feelings after being conferred with the Arjuna Award in the National Sports Awards 2025 on Friday.
EFI to host India's first Para-Dressage World Challenge in 2025
New Delhi, Jan 6: The Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) will host the Para-Dressage World Challenge 2025 in October for the first time at the Modi Equestrian Academy in Meerut (North Zone) and Surge Stables in Bengaluru (South Zone) in October. With a vision to create India’s first-ever representation at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics, the EFI also organised the first-ever FEI-backed Para-Dressage Workshop at the Modi Equestrian Academy in Meerut from January 4-5.