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Para shuttlers confident of multiple gold at Paris Games

KOLKATA: It proved to be a disappointing outing for Indian shuttlers at Paris Olympics with Lakshya Sen coming closest to a medal with his fourth-place finish. But the Indian Paralympic contingent in badminton, who brought home four medals, including two gold, from Tokyo, is raring to change that story for…

The Times of India · Aug 26, 2024

Para shuttler Pramod Bhagat heartbroken as he is set to miss Paris Paralympics

KOLKATA: “His period of ineligibility is now in effect,” ended the Badminton World Federation statement on Tuesday announcing the 18-month suspension of Indian star para shuttler Pramod Bhagat for whereabouts failure.

The Times of India · Aug 13, 2024

Tokyo gold medalist para shuttler Pramod Bhagat suspended for 18 months, to miss Paris Paralympics

NEW DELHI: Pramod Bhagat, the reigning Paralympic champion in badminton, has been suspended for 18 months due to violations of the BWF's anti-doping whereabouts clause. The suspension is effective immediately, resulting in Bhagat missing the upcoming Paris Paralympics, a significant loss for India's medal prospects.

The Times of India · Aug 13, 2024

Anurag Singh Thakur unveils Ujjwala, the sparrow, as mascot for Khelo India Para Games 2023

Union Sports Min. Thakur unveils 'Ujjwala' as mascot for Khelo India Para Games 2023. Symbol of Delhi's pride & determination, it reminds us strength comes in many forms & human spirit is unbreakable. Budget for Khelo India over 5 yrs >Rs. 3,300 cr. 1400 athletes to compete.

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023

Armless archer Sheetal Devi first Indian woman to win 2 Asian Para Games gold as country's medal rush continues

Sheetal Devi wins 2 golds, Pramod Bhagat & Suhas Lalinakere Yathiraj 1 each in Asian Para Games. India's medal tally swells to 94 with shuttlers contributing 9 medals. Raman Sharma sets new Asian & Games record in men's 1500m T38.

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

Para Asian Games a litmus test with Paralympics round the corner: Pramod Bhagat

Para Asian Games a litmus test with Paralympics round the corner: Pramod Bhagat

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

Asian Games a litmus test for us with the Paralympics round the corner, says Pramod

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The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

Four Nations Para-Badminton International tournament | Pramod Bhagat, Sukant Kadam enter semifinals

The 44 minutes match was a tight one with the scoreline reading 21-18, 21-18. Now Pramod will be facing India’s Kumar Nitesh in the semifinals.

The Hindu · Aug 5, 2023

Pramod Bhagat, Sukant Kadam qualify for 2023 Para Asian Games

Para shuttlers Pramod Bhagat & Sukant Kadam qualify for 2023 Para Asian Games in China. Pramod won 4/5 singles matches & 3/4 doubles matches. Sukant won 3/5 singles & paired with Pramod in doubles (ranked World No.1).

The Hindu · Jul 27, 2023

Paralympic champion Krishna Nagar trains his sights on Paris 2024 qualification

Krishna Nagar created history by becoming only the second player from India to win Paralympic gold in the racquet sport after Pramod Bhagat in Tokyo. The 4’5” Nagar trained under coach Yadvendra Singh, and his journey as a para-athlete began with two gold medals (in both singles and doubles) at…

The Hindu · Jun 27, 2023