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"साथी हाथ बढ़ाना": Indian government steps in with 40 ACs for athletes battling Paris's scorching heat at the Olympics, while Arjun Babuta criticizes Punjab's AAP government for failing to support sports, highlighting unmet promises and neglect
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Olympian Arjun Babuta, the 25-year-old shooter shared his frustration over the lack of backing from the Punjab administration after returning home.
Bajrang Punia's Olympic hopes tumble spectacularly after a swift defeat & a ninja escape from dope test, igniting uproar over his shortcut dreams, amidst junior wrestlers' loud calls for fairness & a shot at glory through hard-earned, sweat-soaked trials
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Punia suffered a crushing 1-9 defeat against Rohit Kumar in the men's freestyle 65kg semifinal. Earlier, Punia had barely managed to avoid elimination in the opening bout itself
"गुनाह क्या है": Chhattisgarh national gymnasts returning from Delhi had a grim journey seated beside a dirty train toilet, a stark contrast to cricket's opulence, highlighting neglected state of many Indian sports & the urgent need for equitable support
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The bathroom and wash basin were badly dirty. There was a bad smell coming from here, but these players had to complete their journey in the terrible cold by sitting on the cold floor and near the toilet
"Quiet heroes, roaring legacies": An unknown hero behind the Vande Bharat Express, Sudhanshu Mani, amidst hurdles and bureaucracy, he penned India's rail legacy, as we applaud innovation, let's honor the man who transformed India's rail journey
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Mani's dedication was nothing short of remarkable. With a looming deadline set by his imminent retirement in December 2018, he didn't just oversee the project; he raced against time
"It was horrible.. cheating shouldn't be appreciated": False start, threat of disqualification, trauma, protests and a medal upgrade, this is what all hurdles Jyothi Yarraji had to cross before claiming silver in 100m hurdles after false start by Yanni Wu
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Such unexpected turn of events underscores the intense pressure and unforeseeable challenges athletes face, even on an esteemed platform like the Asian Games
‘I lost to a transgender in Asian Games, I want my medal back’: In a twist of fate at the Asian Games, defending champion Swapna Barman voices controversy, claiming her loss to Telangana's rising star Nandini Agasara was more than just a battle of skill
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Swapna Barman, the acclaimed Indian heptathlete and the proud recipient of the 2018 Asian Games Gold, faced a close shave in this edition
Making history as the first-ever Indian to win Gold at World Athletics Championships, Neeraj Chopra's javelin blazed through Budapest's skies, marking an unparalleled epoch at global stage and inspiring a new era of champions to emerge and conquer
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The Indian Army, from where Neeraj hails, beamed with pride and joined the nation in showering their golden boy with hearty congratulations
"Cricket is not a sport, it's a lifestyle": Uttar Pradesh Premier League (UPL) 2023 - A game-changer in Indian cricket, showcasing local talents on a grand stage, get ready for a cricketing revolution in UP! The thrill, drama & glory - it all begins here
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An inspiring element that sets the UPL apart is its unwavering commitment to the grassroots of UP cricket
"Sometimes, you are never too young to retire”: Turning 18 is often a milestone where folks become 'adults' but a new budding cricket star batter, Ayesha Naseem announced her retirement, "I am leaving cricket and want to live my life according to Islam"
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Despite the best efforts of the Pakistan women’s team captain, Nida Dar, and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to persuade her to remain in the cricketing arena, Ayesha remained steadfast in her decision
"People who values its privileges above its principles soon loses both": U20 World Championship winner Antim Panghal moves court to challenge Vinesh Phogat’s direct selection to Asian Games, Vishal Kaliraman also opposes free pass to Bajrang Punia
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Vinesh, Bajrang, and Sakshi Malik were among the prominent wrestlers who protested against the outgoing WFI president, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh