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Olympics In India In 2036? Government Makes Formal Bid, Sends Letter Of Intent To Olympic Body: Sources

In a significant step towards India's vision of becoming a sports powerhouse, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has formally sent a Letter of Intent to the Future Host Commission, International Olympic Committee (IOC) on October 1, expressing India's interest to host the Olympics and Paralympics Games in 2036, sources told IANS. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in India in 2036 has taken a significant step forward," the source said. "This monumental opportunity could bring substantial benefits, fostering economic growth, social progress, and youth empowerment across the country," the source added.

Anthony Davis aggravates foot injury as Lakers road woes continue - ESPN

DETROIT — The Los Angeles Lakers' perfect 3-0 start to the season already seems like a longtime ago.

Boxer Imane Khelif Confirmed As Man In Leaked Medical Report, Harbhajan Singh Reacts

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif remained in the news throughout the Paris Olympics 2024 campaign. Labeled as a biological man by many, Khelif went on to secure a gold medal in the women's 66kg category despite her eligibility for the competition being questioned by many. Months after the conclusion of the Paris Games, a new controversy erupted after a leaked medical report confirmed that Khelif, was in fact, a man. Even former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh reacted to the report, tagging the Olympics on social media while asking them to take the gold medal awarded to the Algerian back.

Vinesh Phogat Drops Wrestling Retirement U-Turn Hint With Intriguing Post

Indian wrestler-turned-politician, Vinesh Phogat, hung up her boots after the heart-breaking disqualification from the Paris Olympics. Vinesh looked set to win at least a silver medal in the 50kg freestyle wrestling category at the 2024 Games but failed the mandatory weigh-in by 100 grams and was disqualified by the authorities. Vinesh even fought against the decision in the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) but didn't get the verdict in her favour. Later, the ace wrestler decided to quit the sport.

Olympics: AFN ordered to pay Ofili $5,000 compensation

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has been ordered to pay athlete Favour Ofili the sum of $5,000 as compensation for omitting her name from an event she was supposed to participate in at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Korda clinches LPGA Player of Year award with three events left

American world number one Nelly Korda has clinched the LPGA's points-based player of the year award with three events left in the 2024 season, the top women's professional golf circuit said on Monday.

'Already Seen Downfall, Taught Me Patience': Double Olympic Medallist Manu Bhaker

Double Olympic medallist pistol shooter Manu Bhaker has said that the struggles she had faced early on in her career has helped her develop patience and resilience. Bhaker, 22, created history at the Paris Games by becoming the first Indian in the post Independence era to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics. The star shooter is least bothered about her critics and is simply focussed on her career. Bhaker, who took a break from shooting after the Paris Olympics, is now pursuing a Master's degree in Public Administration from Panjab University, Chandigarh.

Panel indicts top AFN officials, recommends sanctions for secretary, technical director

.Wants AFN to pay N8m as compensation

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Olympics In India In 2036? Government Makes Formal Bid, Sends Letter Of Intent To Olympic Body: Sources

Anthony Davis aggravates foot injury as Lakers road woes continue - ESPN

Boxer Imane Khelif Confirmed As Man In Leaked Medical Report, Harbhajan Singh Reacts

Vinesh Phogat Drops Wrestling Retirement U-Turn Hint With Intriguing Post

Olympics: AFN ordered to pay Ofili $5,000 compensation

Korda clinches LPGA Player of Year award with three events left

'Already Seen Downfall, Taught Me Patience': Double Olympic Medallist Manu Bhaker

Panel indicts top AFN officials, recommends sanctions for secretary, technical director