Indian Olympic Association Treasurer Sahdev Yadav on Tuesday hit back at president PT Usha for claiming that IOA Executive Committee members were not agreeing on a proposal to felicitate Paris Olympics medal-winners, saying her assertion is a “blatant lie”. Usha on Monday said that it was “deeply concerning” that the EC members failed … Read more
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha on Monday said it is “deeply concerning” that the Executive Committee members failed to honour Olympic medallists and accused the Finance Committee of blocking funds intended to support Indian athletes’ preparation for the Paris Games. India secured six medals, including two historic bronze by young shooter … Read more
Workers removed the Olympics logo from the Eiffel Tower in the early hours of Friday, returning the beloved monument to its familiar form — but perhaps only temporarily. Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has promised to build new Olympic rings and return them to the landmark as a tribute to the hugely successful Olympic … Read more
The Indian Olympic Association’s executive council meeting in New Delhi on Thursday is expected to be a heated affair with its members adding contentious items on the agenda, including the alleged “threatening letters” issued by president PT Usha to them. The meeting will take place in the backdrop of growing tensions between Usha … Read more
In western Paris, the swimming pool where national hero Leon Marchand won four gold medals at this summer’s Olympics in the French capital is being stripped down and prepared for a move. The pool was part of one the many temporary sports facilities used during the Games, built inside the Paris Defense Arena, … Read more
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has recently found itself at the center of a controversy that could significantly impact its governance and public perception. PT Usha, the IOA President and an iconic figure in Indian athletics, has issued a formal notice to the IOA Treasurer, Sahdev Yadav, following a complaint alleging a violation of the … Read more
The Significance of Wrestling in India Wrestling is deeply ingrained in Indian culture, symbolizing strength, honor, and tradition. It’s a sport that has produced numerous champions, inspiring generations. Among the standout names is Vinesh Phogat, a wrestling sensation who has proudly represented India on the global stage. 1.2 Vinesh Phogat’s Journey to Wrestling Fame Vinesh … Read more
PT Usha had met Vinesh Phogat when the wrestler failed her weigh-in© X (Twitter) Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who had a heartbreaking exit from Paris Olympics 2024 over failed weigh-in, has made an explosive revelation from her meeting with PT Usha, the president of Indian Olympics Association (IOA). Vinesh had fallen ill after … Read more
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday announced cash awards of Rs 75 lakh to the gold medallists, Rs 50 lakh for the silver winners and Rs 30 lakh for the Indian athletes who have won bronze in the just-concluded Paralympic Games in Paris. Those excelling in mixed teams events, like archer Sheetal Devi, … Read more
The Indian Paris Paralympics contingent touched down at the Indira Gandhi International Airport on Tuesday. People gathered in large numbers to welcome them for their record-breaking performance at the multi-sport event. People also danced to the beats of dhols. Para javelin thrower Sumit Antil and para archer Harvinder Singh were among the others … Read more
