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CM to consider 2% reservation for sportspersons in all government jobs in Karnataka

On October 18, the CM felicitated and presented cash awards to athletes and coaches of Karnataka who won medals in the recently held 19th Asian Games in China.

The Hindu

Rajnath announces cash prizes to military personnel who won medals at Asian Games

A contingent of 88 soldiers, including three sportswomen, participated in 18 disciplines at the Games, which were held from September 23 to October 8, 2023

The Hindu

Cricket’s Olympic programme, qualification pathway and athlete quota will be finalised by 2025: ICC chief Barclay

MUMBAI: Cricket’s inclusion into the Olympic fold for the Los Angeles 2028 seemed like a natural progression after the sport became part of the CWG and Asian Games and considering its global reach and popularity.

The Times of India

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IOC reacts to stapled visas issue: Athletes should have free & unfettered access to sports competitions

MUMBAI: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Tuesday invoked the “general principle” of its charter which called for the “free and unfettered” access to sports competitions for athletes regardless of their nationalities, as the governing body of the worldwide Olympic movement threw its weight behind the three Indian female wushu…

The Times of India

Dressage rider Hriday Chheda rues missing a second medal at Asian Games

MUMBAI: An unfortunate injury to his horse, Emerald, cost Hriday Chheda a certain gold medal in the individual dressage competition at the Hangzhou Asian Games last month, but the Mumbai lad says he gained a lot of confidence in return, which will aid his preparation for upcoming major international competitions.

The Times of India

Change attitude towards achievers: Sreekandan

He was speaking at a function on Monday where Asian Games medal winners Mohammed Ajmal, M. Sreesankar, and Mohammed Afsal were felicitated.

The Hindu

Delhi Half-Marathon 2023: Abhishek Pal gets the better of Kartik Kumar in thrilling finish

NEW DELHI: For Asian Games silver medallist Kartik Kumar, it must have been déjà vu. Last year at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon (VDHM), Kartik was pipped to the finish line by Avinash Sable in the Indian elite men’s category. This year too, the tale was something similar.

The Times of India

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TT Association to focus on identifying players in schools, colleges

TTA of Karnataka to prioritize TT to identify potential players for National/Asian Games. Raksha Ramaiah, president, TTA, and National General Secretary of Youth Congress, said quality of selection must be made for players to compete. Tournaments to be conducted in district/taluk level to recognize talented youths. Memo to be submitted…

The Hindu

Tennis | Asian Games silver medal a great morale booster, says Saketh Myneni

Saketh Myneni, 35, Davis Cupper and Asian Games silver medallist in men's doubles, is determined to represent India in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Despite no funding or help from gov't or sports federation, Saketh's passion keeps him going. He believes TPL is perfect platform for young talent to gain exposure.

The Hindu

AP Week in Pictures: Global | Oct. 6 - 12, 2023

People searched for victims after an earthquake killed and injured thousands in Afghanistan’s Herat province, supporters of Israel embraced near the Israeli Consulate in New York during a demonstration in the wake of a deadly attack by Hamas, and people prayed for rain during a drought near the Incachaca dam…

The Independent UK

Home is where the gold is, Ojas Deotale returns from Asian Games, Nagpur erupts

NAGPUR: The city's first Asian Games medallist, and India's first compound archery world champion, Ojas Pravin Deotale was accorded a rousing welcome at Nagpur international airport on Wednesday evening.

The Times of India

Jyothi Surekha gets rousing welcome at Gannavaram airport

Jyothi Surekha Vennam, a Vijayawada native, was welcomed at Gannavaram Airport after winning 3 gold medals in Compound Archery at Asian Games 2023.

The Hindu

Neeraj Chopra sees two Indian javelin throwers in the 90m club in the future soon

Neeraj and Kishore Kumar Jena could join 90m club; AFI president Adille Sumariwalla says Indian athletes performed well at World Championships; India won 29 medals, incl. 6 golds, at Asian Games; Sumariwalla says team could have won more golds.

The Hindu

Winning Asian Games gold medal biggest moment of my career and equestrian has a bright future in India, says Jaipur girl Divyakriti Singh

JAIPUR: There were many firsts for the Indian contingent at the recently concluded Asian Games in Hangzhou and one of them was winning a maiden gold medal in the equestrian event.

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'Sometimes people don't know what happens behind the scenes': HS Prannoy on his Asian Games exploits

NEW DELHI: In a display of unwavering determination and extraordinary resilience, HS Prannoy's journey at the Hangzhou Asian Games has left an indelible mark on the world of badminton. His emotional embrace with coach Pullela Gopichand, after clinching his maiden bronze medal, has become one of the most poignant moments…

The Times of India

Two Indians javelin throwers will join 90m club in future: Neeraj Chopra

NEW DELHI: Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra believes the day is not too far when two Indians javelin throwers will join the elite 90m club following his stirring duel with compatriot Kishore Jena at the Hangzhou Asian Games.

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The Asian Games revealed a new divide between South Korea and the North

At the recently concluded Games, South Korean athletes and journalists said North Koreans refused to engage with them. Some even avoided customary handshakes or photo sessions atop the podium.

The Times of India

Asiad haul shows country in right direction: PM Narendra Modi

NEW DELHI: Hailing the Asian Games Indian contingent as "GOAT" (greatest of all time) with special accolades for the performance of women athletes, PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the country's highest ever medal haul reflected the spirit of new India and was testimony to the fact that India was…

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India and Afghanistan should have shared Asian Games gold, says Afghan pacer Fareed Malik

Fareed Malik, a left-arm pacer, still can't get over the outcome of the Asian Games final between India and Afghanistan. India was awarded the gold medal based on their superior world ranking, leaving Afghanistan with silver.

The Hindu

Indian athletes will perform even better at the next Asian Games, asserts Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 10 assured all possible help to Indian athletes in their endeavour to achieve greater heights and expressed confidence that the country will better its Hangzhou performance in the next edition of the Asian Games.

The Hindu

Honoured to be compared with Dhoni but I'm not calm like him: Hockey captain Harmanpreet

Harmanpreet Singh said he is not as calm as Dhoni, but honoured to be compared. Aggressiveness on hockey turf comes naturally. India won 4th Asian Games gold, aiming to better Tokyo Olympic bronze. Players motivated by feats, bonding and competition for places augur well.

The Times of India

'On the ground, I am never calm': Harmanpreet Singh refutes MS Dhoni comparisons

NEW DELHI: Harmanpreet Singh, the dynamic captain of the victorious Indian men's hockey team at the Asian Games, has rebuffed comparisons with cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni, asserting that he lacks Dhoni's trademark composure on the field.

The Hindu

Glad that I am able to inspire children to show interest in javelin, says Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra, Olympic, World and Asian Games javelin champion, believes Indian athletes are now fearless and can take on the best in the world due to self-belief and support from SAI, Govt. and corporates. He aims to cross 90m barrier and inspire more to take up athletics. He urges parents…

The Times of India

Several firsts for India at Hangzhou Asian Games

NEW DELHI: The Asian Games in Hangzhou will be remembered by India not just for the record number of medals its contingent brought from the showpiece but also for the athletes who explored the limits of their endurance to return home successful in disciplines which were hitherto out of their…

The Times of India

PM Modi to meet Indian Asian Games contingent on Tuesday

NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is set to engage with and address the accomplished Indian athletes who participated in the Hangzhou Asian Games. The interaction is scheduled for around 4:30 PM on October 10, 2023, at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium in New Delhi.

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