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PT Usha, Anju Bobby George among four honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

Legendary sprinter P.T. Usha was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural Indian Athletics Awards. She expressed surprise at the recognition, highlighting the Athletics Federation of India's commendable initiative. The awards celebrate excellence and contributions across various facets of Indian athletics, recognising athletes, coaches, and officials.

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Gurindervir snatches 100m national record from Animesh in stunning race, Vishal lowers own 400m NR

Gurindervir Singh set a new men's 100m national record with a time of 10.09 seconds. Vishal TK became the first Indian to run 400m under 45 seconds, clocking 44.98 seconds. Both performances were continental bests for the season. These historic achievements occurred on the second day of the National Senior…

The Economic Times

Spurious supplements being sold to young athletes on social media

BENGALURU: Even as the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) are expanding the net to curb the proliferation of banned substances among young athletes, and catch dope cheats, a section of people in the sports fraternity are busy spreading the use banned substances through social…

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Who is Bahadur Singh Sagoo, the new Athletics Federation of India president

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) appointed its new president on Tuesday at its Annual General Meeting in Chandigarh, as the baton changed hands between the outgoing chief, Adille Sumariwalla, and Sagoo -- the 2002 Asian Games gold medallist in shot-put.

The Times of India

India to host its first World Athletics Continental tour event in August 2025

India is set to organise its first-ever World Athletics Continental Tour competition in Bhubaneswar on August 10, 2025, as announced by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) during the release of the 2025 competition schedule on Sunday.

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'Neeraj Chopra is a champion, fought like a tiger': AFI President Adille Sumariwalla

NEW DELHI: Adille Sumariwalla, the president of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), praised Neeraj Chopra's valiant effort in securing the silver medal at the ongoing Paris Olympics. Sumariwalla described Neeraj's performance as fighting "like a tiger" to achieve this remarkable feat.

The Times of India

'Stay in the moment, keep...': Abhinav Bindra's million-dollar advice to Paris-bound Indian athletes

NEW DELHI: Abhinav Bindra, the first Indian to win an individual Olympic gold medal, is well-versed in managing the immense pressure that comes with competing on the grandest stage.

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AFI announces equal penalties for coaches and athletes for failed dope tests

NEW DELHI: In a bold move aimed at upholding integrity in athletics, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has introduced a groundbreaking policy holding coaches accountable for the failed dope tests of their athletes.

The Times of India

India can surpass Tokyo Olympics medal tally in athletics at Paris Games: AFI president

NEW DELHI: The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) president Adille Sumariwalla on Tuesday expressed optimism about the country's prospects in track and field events at the upcoming Paris Olympics.

The Times of India

India can win two athletics medals in Paris Olympics, including one from Neeraj Chopra: AFI president

NEW DELHI: The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) president Adille Sumariwalla on Tuesday expressed optimism about the country's prospects in track and field events at the upcoming Paris Olympics.

The Times of India

India’s 4x400m relay teams credit Nassau training for punching ticket to Paris

Indian 4x400m relay teams secure Paris Olympic spots after overcoming challenges in Bahamas training camp.

The Hindu

Anju Bobby George says Parul Chaudhary among ones to watch out for at Paris Olympics

NEW DELHI: Anju Bobby George, the vice-president of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), highlighted the potential of steeplechase runner Parul Chaudhary as one to watch out for at the upcoming Paris Olympics.

The Times of India

India set to bid for 2029 World Athletics Championships

NEW DELHI: India has decided to pursue the bid for the 2029 World Athletics Championships after abandoning its initial plan to host the prestigious tournament in 2027. A high-ranking official from the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) revealed this shift in strategy on Sunday.

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Asian Games: AFI drops three athletes at 11th hour

HANGZHOU: The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) dropped three athletes from its original squad after they failed to clear a last-minute fitness test held at the national camp two days before the contingent's departure on Monday.

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Asian Games: Indian athletes get another chance to seal berth

BENGALURU: Top athletes in the country, including sprinter Amlan Borgohain and steeplechaser Balkishan, who haven't qualified for the upcoming Asian Games, will get another chance with the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) announcing that they can go for the coveted mark at the Indian Grand Prix 5 in Chandigarh on…

The Hindu

Javelin thrower Jena gets visa appointment with Hungarian embassy; could still compete at Worlds

The Athletics Federation of India, in an update, said, “Thanks to all. Javelin thrower Kishore Kumar Jena has appointment at Hungary embassy tomorrow at 9am.” The Odisha athlete’s visa was earlier cancelled by the Hungarian embassy rendering him a doubtful starter at the marquee athletics event slated to be held…

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Build-up hit by pull-outs and dope flunks, India still hopeful of good show in Asian Athletics Championships

BANGKOK: The build-up was far from ideal with pull-outs and dope flunks but the Indian team, led by shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor and long jumper Murali Sreeshankar, would still look for an impactful show in the Asian Athletics Championships starting here Wednesday.

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Selva P Thirumaran wins best U-20 athlete award of region at AAA gala; AFI voted best member

BANGKOK: The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) bagged the best member award and World Junior silver medal winner Selva P Thirumaran was adjudged the best male athlete in the U-20 category as the Asian Athletics Association (AAA) celebrated its golden jubilee in a gala evening that saw a galaxy of…

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AFI awarded best member federation by Asian Athletics Association

NEW DELHI: The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) was honoured with the prestigious best member federation award by the Asian Athletics Association in Bangkok on Monday.

The Hindu

Athletics | We have to create a pipeline from junior to senior, says AFI president Adille Sumariwalla

The athletics junior development programme, which was initiated in 1990 and later became the National inter-district junior athletics meet (NIDJAM) in the early 2000s, has undergone a significant change with the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) making it robust with an aim to make it a supply line and produce…

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India to send 54-member team for Asian Championships

Despite India being home to three of Asia’s five fastest women quartermilers this year, the Athletics Federation of India has chosen to send just one athlete in the event for the Asian Championships which begin in Bangkok on July 12.

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G.S Randhawa steps down as AFI selection panel chairman

Track legend Gurbachan Singh Randhawa on Tuesday resigned as the chairman of the Athletics Federation of India selection committee after 18 years of having held the post.

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