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India To Participate In Overall 12 Disciplines At Paris Paralympics

India will compete in para cycling, para rowing and blind judo at the Paralympics, with these three new events extending the country's presence to 12 sports in the competition which begins on August 28 in Paris. The Paralympic Committee of India made the announcement on Wednesday, saying that it “showcases the growing diversity and talent of India's Paralympics athletes”. Arshad Shaikh from Andhra Pradesh will make his Paralympics debut in para cycling. He had secured his quota by winning a silver medal in the men's elite individual time trial C2 category at the Asian Road Para Cycling Championships.

Blind quits Dutch national team after 108 caps

Dutch defender Daley Blind on Wednesday announced his retirement from international football after winning 108 caps for the Netherlands.

WHO declares Africa's mpox outbreak a global health emergency as new strain spreads

The mpox outbreak ravaging the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is now a global health emergency, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

Inquest into death of Keano Byrne who was found in water at country park to take place after court case dropped

An inquest into the death of a dad whose body was found at a Stockport beauty spot is due to take place later this year.

Zeeshan Ali Resigns As India's Davis Cup Coach

Zeeshan Ali on Wednesday announced that he has resigned as India coach, insisting that it was time to focus on the development of the National Tennis Centre (NTC). Zeeshan had replaced Nandan Bal as India's Davis Cup coach in 2013 when the country's top players had revolted against AITA, demanding better playing conditions, and refused to play against Korea in New Delhi. The 54-year-old Zeeshan captained the country in the historic tie against Pakistan, which India won in Islamabad early this year with regular skipper Rohit Rajpal missing the assignment due to personal reasons.

Philippines cheers gold medallist gymnast Yulo in victory parade

MANILA : More than a thousand Philippine supporters cheered for gymnast Carlos Yulo along Manila's main avenue on Wednesday after winning two gold medals at the Paris Olympics.

I was in Saipan for Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy bust-up – one scared me more than the other

Clinton Morrison says ex-Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy was more intimidating than Manchester United legend Roy Keane.

Hockey India Honours Goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, Retires His No. 16 Jersey

Hockey India on Wednesday decided to retire the jersey number of goalkeeping stalwart P R Sreejesh at the senior level after he bid adieu to the game following his starring role in the country's second consecutive Olympic bronze at the just-concluded Paris Games. Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh said going forward no senior team player will be given the number 16 jersey although it will remain in circulation at the junior level.

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India To Participate In Overall 12 Disciplines At Paris Paralympics

Blind quits Dutch national team after 108 caps

WHO declares Africa's mpox outbreak a global health emergency as new strain spreads

Inquest into death of Keano Byrne who was found in water at country park to take place after court case dropped

Zeeshan Ali Resigns As India's Davis Cup Coach

Philippines cheers gold medallist gymnast Yulo in victory parade

I was in Saipan for Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy bust-up – one scared me more than the other

Hockey India Honours Goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, Retires His No. 16 Jersey