India's Shah elected ICC chief after Barclay steps aside
NEW DELHI : India's Jay Shah will succeed New Zealander Greg Barclay as chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) later this year, the governing body said on Tuesday.
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Confident That India Will Win More Than 25 Medals In Paris Paralympics: Devendra Jhajharia
After a spectacular performance at the Tokyo Paralympics, India is aiming to better its performance as the country is sending its largest-ever contingent for the upcoming Paris Paralympics. With 84 para-athletes participating this time in the mega event, Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) president Devendra Jhajharia is confident that India will surpass the last edition's medal tally. With three Paralympic medals and many accolades in the World Para Athletics Championships under his belt, Jhajharia brings a wealth of experience and inspiration to the role. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Jhajharia shared insights into India's enhanced preparations, the support system propelling athletes forward, and his expectations from the upcoming Games.
India And Poland's Kabaddi Connection That PM Narendra Modi Spoke About
India and Poland are more than 6000 kilometres apart from each other, separated by continents, seas and oceans but are connected by a single thread -- the sport of kabaddi. The game that originated in the ruler hinterland of the country is now an upcoming sport that has caught the imagination of Polish youngsters and has resulted in the European nation winning titles in Europe and representing the continent in the Kabaddi World Cups.
India And Poland's Kabaddi Connection That PM Narendra Modi Spoke About
India and Poland are more than 6000 kilometres apart from each other, separated by continents, seas and oceans but are connected by a single thread -- the sport of kabaddi. The game that originated in the ruler hinterland of the country is now an upcoming sport that has caught the imagination of Polish youngsters and has resulted in the European nation winning titles in Europe and representing the continent in the Kabaddi World Cups.
Manu Bhaker Shakes A Leg On 'Kala Chashma' Song - Video Breaks Internet
Indian shooter Manu Bhaker scripted history by becoming the first athlete from independent India to win two individual medals in the same edition of the Olympics. Bhaker enjoyed a sensational run of form at the Paris Olympics 2024 as she won bronze in the women's 10m air pistol event and the 10m air pistol mixed team event along with Sarabjot Singh. Manu came extremely close to adding another medal to her tally but finished fourth in the 25m women's pistol. She has been enjoying a lot of attention since coming back home from the Olympics and in a video going viral on social media, she was seen grooving to the famous song "Kala Chashma" along with some school kids during a felicitation ceremony.
Ahead Of Paralympics 2024, PM Narendra Modi Interacts With Indian Athletes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday interacted with the Indian contingent for the upcoming Paris Paralympics starting from August 28. Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya was also present during the interaction which was conducted on a video call. India is set to field its largest-ever contingent for the Paralympics, with 84 athletes competing in 12 sports, including archery, athletics, badminton, canoeing, cycling, blind judo, powerlifting, rowing, shooting, swimming, table tennis, and taekwondo.
Watch: "Ye Maarta Hai?" Narendra Modi Asks PR Sreejesh's Son If Hockey Star Hits Him. This Is The Reply
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met retired India hockey player PR Sreejesh and his family at his residence on Independence Day. A video of the meeting is going viral on social media in which PM Modi could be seen having a quality time with the family. In the same clip, the PM asks Sreejesh's son Sreeansh "ye maarta hai (Does he hit you)?" after pointing towards the retired hockey star. The boy nodded in reply, leaving everyone in splits. Later in the video, the PM was seen offering sweet to the kid.
Watch: "Ye Maarta Hai?" Narendra Modi Asks PR Sreejesh's Son If Hockey Star Hits Him. This Is The Reply
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met retired India hockey player PR Sreejesh and his family at his residence on Independence Day. A video of the meeting is going viral on social media in which PM Modi could be seen having a quality time with the family. In the same clip, the PM asks Sreejesh's son Sreeansh "ye maarta hai (Does he hit you)?" after pointing towards the retired hockey star. The boy nodded in reply, leaving everyone in splits. Later in the video, the PM was seen offering sweet to the kid.