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Watch: PM Narendra Modi meets Paralympic medallists at his residence

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met and congratulated India's Paralympic team at his residence for their remarkable performance at the Paris Games, where they secured a record 29 medals.

The Times of India · Sep 12, 2024

Seven gold, 29 medals! India's Paralympians set a new benchmark at Paris Paralympics

From 12 medals in 11 editions to 48 medals in the last two editions, India have come a long way at the Summer Paralympics.

The Times of India · Sep 8, 2024

India achieves best-ever medal haul in Paralympics, surpasses Tokyo Games tally

NEW DELHI: India achieved its best ever medal haul in the Paralympics, surpassing the previous edition's tally, thanks to an outstanding performance by its track and field athletes in Paris on Tuesday.

The Times of India · Sep 3, 2024

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EXCLUSIVE | Avani Lekhara on her Paris Paralympic gold: 'Focused on my name going on top, not the 6.8 by the South Korean shooter'

NEW DELHI: It was a thrilling final at the Châteauroux - Final Range. Avani Lekhara, the gold medalist from the Tokyo Paralympics, remained calm as she shot her final round, scoring a 10.5. With her title defense on the line, she awaited Yunri Lee of South Korea’s final attempt in…

The Times of India · Sep 2, 2024

Preethi Pal makes history with second Paralympics medal, Nishad Kumar wins second successive silver

NEW DELHI: Preethi Pal made history on Sunday, becoming the first Indian woman track and field athlete to win two medals at the Paralympics while Nishad Kumar secured his second successive silver in the men's high jump T47 category at the Paris Games.

The Times of India · Sep 1, 2024

Paris Paralympics: Avani Lekhara finishes 11th, Sidhartha Babu ends 28th in qualifications

NEW DELHI: At the Paralympic Games in Chateauroux on Sunday, Indian shooters Avani Lekhara placed 11th and Sidhartha Babu placed 28th, respectively, and were not able to advance to the final of the mixed 10m air rifle prone (SH1) event.

The Times of India · Sep 1, 2024

Swaroop Unhalkar finishes 14th in men's 10m air rifle standing qualification at Paralympics

Indian shooter Swaroop Unhalkar finished 14th in the men's 10m air rifle standing (SH1) qualification round at the Paralympic Games, failing to make it to the eight-player final on Saturday. Unhalkar, 38, who narrowly missed a bronze medal at the Tokyo Paralympics, scored an aggregate of 613.4 points in an…

The Times of India · Aug 31, 2024

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'Her journey has been very...': Manu Bhaker hails Avani Lekhara - Watch

NEW DELHI: Indian para shooter Avani Lekhara won the gold medal at the ongoing Paris Paralympics, and double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker congratulated her for her achievement on Friday.

The Times of India · Aug 31, 2024

Paris Paralympics: Avani clinches gold in women's 10m air rifle final

Avani Lekhara clinched gold Shooter Mona Agarwal bagged the bronze medal in the women's 10m air rifle final in Paris Paralympics on Friday. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Aug 30, 2024

PM Narendra Modi congratulates Avani Lekhara, Mona Agarwal for clinching gold and bronze at Paris Paralympics

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Avani Lekhara and Mona Agarwal for their achievements in the women's 10m air rifle final at the ongoing Paris Paralympics.

The Times of India · Aug 30, 2024

Paris Paralympics: Avani Lekhara wins air rifle gold, Mona Agarwal gets bronze in dramatic finish

NEW DELHI: Avani Lekhara has become the first Indian to win successive Paralympic gold medals with a record-shattering performance in the women's 10m air rifle (SH1) event, joined by bronze-winner Mona Agarwal, marking a historic double for India. Avani shot a superb 249.7, breaking her own Paralympic record of 249.6…

The Times of India · Aug 30, 2024

Paris Paralympics: Avani Lekhara, Mona Agarwal qualify for 10m air rifle final

NEW DELHI: Expert Indian markswoman Avani Lekhara produced yet another outstanding performance on Friday, placing second to qualify for the Women's 10m air rifle final (SH1) at the Paris Paralympics, igniting anticipation for an encore performance at the Tokyo Games in which she would win the gold medal.

The Times of India · Aug 30, 2024

Gold in Tokyo Paralympics made Avani Lekhara more confident, says the coach of rifle shooter

JAIPUR: Three years back, when Avani Lekhara competed at the Tokyo Games, it was not just about conquering the big stage fright but also her inhibitions over being a para athlete.

The Times of India · Aug 28, 2024

Para Shooting | Rudransh Khandelwal wins mixed 50-metre pistol silver

Rudransh Khandelwal wins mixed 50-metre pistol silver

The Hindu · Mar 11, 2024

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The Hindu · Mar 9, 2024

Mona Agarwal wins gold and Paralympic quota place

Mona Agarwal wins gold and Paralympic quota, Avani Lekhara secures bronze at WSPS World Cup in New Delhi.

The Hindu · Mar 7, 2024

Avani Lekhara, Manish Narwal to spearhead India's challenge in Para World Cup

Avani Lekhara and Manish Narwal will spearhead a 31-strong Indian contingent in the Para Shooting World Cup.

The Times of India · Feb 19, 2024

TOISA 2023 Nominees: The shooters in the fray for top honours

NEW DELHI: India's premier shooters, who etched their names in international history last year, are now contenders for the esteemed Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023. These shooters, celebrated for their remarkable achievements, are primed to vie for top honours in the men's, women's, and para shooting divisions. As…

The Times of India · Oct 24, 2023

India bag 18 medals, including 4 gold on Day 2 of Hangzhou Asian Para Games

NEW DELHI: Prachi Yadav achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian to win a gold medal in para canoe at the Asian Para Games in Hangzhou on Tuesday.

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The Times of India · Oct 24, 2023

India bag 17 medals, including 3 gold on Day 2 of Hangzhou Asian Para Games

NEW DELHI: Prachi Yadav achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian to win a gold medal in para canoe at the Asian Para Games in Hangzhou on Tuesday.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Hangzhou Asian Para Games | India wins two gold on Day 2, medal count rises to 24

Hangzhou Asian Para Games: With the seven medals, including two gold, so far on the second day, India’s tally has swelled to 24 (8 gold, 8 silver, 8 bronze)

The Times of India · Oct 23, 2023

India clinch 17 medals, including six gold, to begin Para Asian Games campaign in style

NEW DELHI: India had a remarkable start to the Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, securing a total of 17 medals on the opening day. This impressive haul included six gold, six silver, and five bronze medals.

The Hindu · Jul 10, 2023

Para-shooter Rudransh creates world record on way to pistol gold at WSPS World Cup, Avani falters

India para-shooters Rudransh Khandelwal and Nihal Singh won the gold and silver respectively in the P4 Mixed 50m pistol SH1 category at the World Shooting Para Sport (WSPS) World Cup

Dynamite News · Aug 15, 2022

Freedom 75: Indian sportspersons extend Independence Day wishes to the Nation

Several Indian sportspersons have greeted their fans and others on the 75th Independence Anniversary 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'. Read more on Dynamite News:

The Hindu · Jul 22, 2022

Explained | TOPS, India’s bid to boost its Olympic medal tally

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) aims to support Indian athletes in their bid for global sporting glory

The Hindu · Jun 12, 2022

Chateauroux 2022 World Cup: Avani Lekhara clinches second gold

The 20-year-old Lekhara made a slow start to the finals but quickly got back her rhythm to produce consistent shots, including over 10 scores in the last three rounds, to emerge the winner

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