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From quitting archery to Paralympic champ: How Harvinder Singh changed his fate to become para archery icon
New Delhi, Jan 29: Harvinder Singh, the Paris Paralympics gold medallist para archer, who was conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri, disclosed that he had quit archery three years after taking up the sport but made a comeback following his coach's advice, which involved changing his event from compound to recurve archery.
Tamil Nadu: Official logo, mascot of 23rd National Para Athletics Championship 2025 unveiled
Chennai, January 29: The official logo and mascot for the 23rd National Para Athletics Championship 2025 were unveiled at a grand press meet in Chennai, setting the stage for India's premier para-athletics event.
Logo and Mascot for 23rd National Para Athletics Championship unveiled in Chennai
Chennai, Jan 29: The official logo and mascot for the 23rd National Para Athletics Championship 2025 were unveiled here on Wednesday, setting the stage for India’s premier para-athletics event. Scheduled to take place from February 17 to 20, the championship will bring together over 1,700 para-athletes from across the country, celebrating resilience, determination, and sporting excellence.
Kuwaiti yoga practitioner, visually impaired doc among 30 unsung heroes honoured with Padma Shri
New Delhi, Jan 25: The prestigious Padma awards announced on Saturday honoured at least 30 "unsung heroes" as their efforts towards bringing positive and productive changes to society and impacting the lives of the community were acknowledged and recognised.
Indonesian para-shooter Hastuti accepts two-year ban for anti-doping rule violation
Mumbai, Jan 24: The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has banned shooting Para sport athlete Hanik Puji Hastuti of Indonesia for a period of two years for committing an anti-doping rule violation (ADRV), in breach of the IPC Anti-Doping Code.
Paralympic medalist Deepthi Jeevanji felicitated at her university in Amaravathi
Amaravathi, January 24: Indian Paralympic medalist athlete Deepthi Jeevanji was felicitated at her varsity, SRM University on Friday for her fine performances in the sporting arena which helped her secure the Arjuna Award during the National Sports Awards recently this month.
Sports Minister felicitates Indian PD Cricket Team, assures full support to 'Divyang' athletes
New Delhi, Jan 24: The Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated the Indian Physical Disability (PD) Cricket Team on Friday for winning the PD Champions Trophy 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The team defeated England in the tournament final, demonstrating exceptional skill and resilience.
Arjuna Awardee Rubina Francis opens up on Paris 2024 comeback
New Delhi, Jan 24: Paris Paralympics Games 2024 bronze medalist Rubina Francis expressed her feelings on being conferred with the Arjuna Award recently for her achievements at both national and international level.
Kiren Rijiju congratulates team 'Chandu Champion', Murlikant Petkar on receiving Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 18: On Friday, Paralympic gold medalist Murlikant Petkar was honoured with the prestigious Arjuna Award at a special ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi.
Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio congratulates Hokato Sema on receiving prestigious Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 17: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday congratulated Hokato Sema on receiving the prestigious Arjuna Award for his Outstanding Performance in Sports and Games 2024.
Subhash Rana, Deepali Deshpande, Armando Colaco among sporting personalities felicitated with Dronacharya Award
New Delhi, January 17: Coaches Subash Rana, Deepali Deshpande, Sandeep Sangwan, S Muralidharan and Armando Colaco were felicitated with the prestigious Dronacharya Award by the president Droupadi Murmu on Friday.
Recognition I longed for throughout my journey: Murlikant Petkar after being nominated for Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 16: Paralympic Gold Medallist Murlikant Petkar on Thursday expressed his feelings after being named for the Arjuna Award in 2025's National Sports Awards, the formal cermony for which will take place on Friday, January 17.
Recognition I longed for throughout my journey: Maralikant Petkar after being nominated for Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 16: Paralympic Gold Medallist Maralikant Petkar on Thursday expressed his feelings after being named for the Arjuna Award in 2025's National Sports Awards, the formal cermony for which will take place on Friday, January 17.
Delhi HC asks Sports Ministry to reconsider Kathuniya's candidature for Khel Ratna Award
New Delhi, Jan 16: The Delhi High Court on Thursday asked the selection committee of the Sports Ministry to reconsider the candidature of two-time Paralympic medallist Yogesh Kathuniya for the Khel Ratna Award.
Para shooter Avani Lekhara reflects on her journey, says she learnt from setbacks
New Delhi, January 6: Indian Para shooter Avani Lekhara recently made an appearance at the House of Glory podcast, an initiative started by the Olympic medalist Gagan Narang Sports Promotion Foundation. The two-time Olympic Gold medalist reflected on her journey of becoming a para-athlete and the importance of mental health in the process of becoming a successful shooter.
'It was pretty difficult to restart life in a wheelchair', says para shooter Avani Lekhara
New Delhi, Jan 6: Indian para shooter Avani Lekhara expressed gratitude for the challenging journey of becoming a para-athlete while reflecting on the importance of mental health in becoming a champion.
CM Yogi inaugurates Mini Sports Complex in Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur, January 3: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday inaugurated the Mini Sports Complex built at Rs 596 lakh in Bhati Vihar Colony of Gorakhpur.
Para-athlete Preeti Pal elated with Arjuna Award win
Meerut, January 3: Para-athlete Preeti Pal has expressed immense joy upon being awarded the prestigious Arjuna Award. Her journey of dedication and perseverance has been recognized, further solidifying her position as a top athlete in her field.
"Feeling very proud": Praveen Kumar on being declared as recipient of Khel Ratna
New Delhi, January 3: After being nominated for the Arjuna Award, Indian para-athlete Praveen Kumar expressed his feelings saying that it is a very proud moment for him and this will help him to perform better in the upcoming tournaments.