Category: Athletics

Athletes should be given a higher pedestal in society, says Rijiju

New Delhi, July 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju has said that those who have dedicated their life to…

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In an Oly final, it’s that 1% edge that makes all the difference: Bindra

Mumbai, July 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) With an aim to engage in meaningful discourse and create High-Performance excellence in sport and knowledge…

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Bolt will come out of retirement only if coach tells him to

Jamaica, July 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) Eight-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt recently revealed what could make him come out of retirement…

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IOA VP Mittal urges IOC to respond to allegations against Batra

New Delhi, July 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Vice President Sudhanshu Mittal has again written to the International Olympic…

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As IOA power battle rages on, associate EC member calls for introspection

New Delhi, July 10 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the power battle within the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) rages on, an associate Executive…

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NSNIS Patiala announces relaxation in admission criteria of coaching course

New Delhi, July 10 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a first-time endeavour, 46 eminent athletes, men and women, will get direct admission to…

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IOC disqualifies Turkish weightlifter’s London 2012 result

Lausanne (Switzerland), July 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) The International Olympic Committee on Thursday said it has sanctioned a Turkish weightlifter for failing…

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No confirmation on securing all venues yet: Tokyo Olympics spokesperson

Tokyo, July 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) A Tokyo Olympics spokesperson said on Thursday that reports of organisers securing all venues for the…

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African Athletics boss eyes future development after COVID-19 pandemic

Paris, July 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) African Athletics Confederation (CAA) President Hamad Kalkaba Malboum has said that the COVID-19 pandemic has had…

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NCOEs to be divided into facilities devoted for seniors & juniors: Rijiju

New Delhi, July 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said that National Centres of Excellence (NCOEs) will…

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Olympia Lightning: Usain Bolt reveals name of baby girl

Kingston, July 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt has shared an adorable first picture of his baby daughter, revealing her…

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COVID-19: PCI President Malik virtually interacts with APC chief

New Delhi, July 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) In her first international meeting in capacity as the President of the Paralympic Committee of…

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SAI keen to hire consultant for Rs1 cr with eye on 2024 & 2028 Oly glory

New Delhi, July 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) A High Performance Consultant with an annual salary of Rs 1-1.5 crore is among the…

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Bahadur Singh resigns as Indian athletics chief coach after 25 years

New Delhi, July 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Athletics Federation of India has placed on record its acknowledgement appreciation for Bahadur Singh…

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IOA unveils new logo celebrating 100-year milestone at Olympic Games

New Delhi, July 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Monday adopted a new branding and visual identity, including an…

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Let’s behave with calmness: IOA VC calls for end to infighting

New Delhi, July 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Vice President R.K. Anand has appealed to members to end the…

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IOA Treasurer says probe into HFI’s matters will amount to interference

New Delhi, July 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Treasurer Anandeshwar Panday hit back at Associate Executive Council member Bholanath…

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IOA member asks Batra & Rijiju to launch probe against Treasurer

New Delhi, July 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Executive Council member Bholanath Singh has requested the National Olympic Council's…

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Suspending ANA process severe blow to Russian athletes: RusAF

Moscow, July 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) World Athletics' decision to provisionally suspend the process of allowing Russian athletes to return to competitions…

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Government to launch TOPS Scheme for junior athletes: Rijiju

New Delhi, July 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Friday that the ministry will launch Target Olympic Podium…

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