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Brij Bhushan Singh's acquittal 'deeply disturbing', says complainants' counsel Rebecca John

A Delhi court has acquitted former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Six women wrestlers had filed sexual harassment complaints against the former chief. His acquittal has been described as deeply disturbing by a lawyer. The court cited lack of evidence and witness inconsistencies for the decision. The reasoned order…

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Wrestlers will file appeal against decision to acquit Brij Bhushan: Vinesh Phogat

Vinesh Phogat announced wrestlers will appeal Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's acquittal. A Delhi court cleared the former WFI chief and Vinod Tomar of charges. Phogat stated the system protected Singh from the beginning. Wrestlers gathered courage to file FIRs against the powerful leader. They have not lost hope and will…

The Economic Times

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh acquitted in sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers

A Delhi court acquitted Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and Vinod Tomar in a sexual harassment case. Six women wrestlers had filed allegations against the former WFI chief. The Delhi Police had filed a chargesheet against both individuals in 2023. The court reserved its verdict after hearing final arguments from both…

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Nikita Sehrawat clinches 57kg silver; Kamna, Garima bag bronze at U17 World Championships

Nikita Sehrawat won a silver medal in the 57kg division after a tough final bout. Kamna Babal secured a bronze medal in the 49kg category with a close victory. Garima also claimed a bronze medal in the 73kg division with a dominant performance. The Indian contingent achieved strong podium finishes…

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Delhi High Court gives two weeks to WFI to decide show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat

The Delhi High Court has directed the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to decide within two weeks on a show-cause notice issued to grappler Vinesh Phogat concerning indiscipline and alleged anti-doping rule violations. The court noted that Phogat's grievance regarding Asian Games selection trials was now resolved, but she may…

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WFI asks UIDAI to preserve Aadhaar birth-date change records to combat age fraud

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has urged the UIDAI to permanently preserve Aadhaar date-of-birth update histories, citing rampant age fraud. Following the disqualification of around 500 wrestlers for being overage at a recent tournament, the WFI highlighted instances where birth dates were allegedly altered by several years. The federation…

The Economic Times

WFI announces Indian squad for U-17 World Championships in Baku

India has announced its wrestling squad for the upcoming U-17 World Wrestling Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan. The selection followed rigorous national trials. India's women's wrestling team has achieved significant success in recent championships. The contingent aims for a historic third consecutive title. Athletes from various states have secured their spots…

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WFI cracks down on age fraud, disqualifies 500-plus wrestlers at U-17 ranking meet

Over 500 wrestlers were disqualified from a national tournament in Gonda. The Wrestling Federation of India implemented a strict Aadhaar-based age verification system. This system revealed widespread discrepancies between birth certificates and Aadhaar records. The federation is committed to eradicating age fraud to ensure fair competition for genuine athletes. This…

The Economic Times

WFI plea against HC order allowing wrestler Vinesh Phogat for selection trials infructuous: SC

The Supreme Court has deemed the Wrestling Federation of India's plea against a Delhi High Court order infructuous. The High Court had allowed wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in selection trials. The Supreme Court stated it was not reiterating the High Court's findings. All issues remain open. Phogat participated in…

The Economic Times

Olympian Vinesh Phogat wins second bout in Asian Games selection trial

Vinesh Phogat began her Asian Games selection trials with a dominant win. The Wrestling Federation of India reversed its decision, allowing Vinesh to compete in the 53kg category. This followed a controversy and a High Court directive. Antim Panghal also made a swift winning start. The trials determine representation at…

The Economic Times

Vinesh Phogat gets WFI nod to compete in 53 kg at Asian Games trials

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat's entry in the women's 53kg category for the Asian Games selection trials has been accepted by the WFI, following a Supreme Court decision. This clears the Olympian to compete after a disqualification at the Paris Olympics and a maternity break, despite earlier eligibility concerns.

The Economic Times

WFI moves SC against HC order allowing Vinesh Phogat to participate in Asian Games selection trials

The Wrestling Federation of India has approached the Supreme Court. This follows a Delhi High Court decision permitting grappler Vinesh Phogat to join Asian Games 2026 selection trials. The High Court cited the federation's policy as exclusionary for athletes returning from maternity leave. The federation's plea will be heard on…

The Economic Times

Vinesh Phogat case: Delhi HC pulls up Wrestling Federation of India, asks govt for expert panel to evaluate her case

The court asked the Centre to form an expert committee to evaluate the case of Vinesh Phogat and ordered that her participation in upcoming Asian Games selection trials be ensured.

The Economic Times

No relief from HC for wrestler Vinesh Phogat for participating in May 30 trials for Asia Games

The Delhi High Court has denied wrestler Vinesh Phogat immediate permission to compete in Asian Games selection trials. The court asked the Wrestling Federation of India to finalize a show cause notice issued to Phogat regarding indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations. Phogat was declared ineligible by WFI. The court will…

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'Her focus shifted to politics': WFI President alleges Vinesh Phogat is backed by 'Congress'

Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Sanjay Singh on Sunday accused Vinesh Phogat of politicising wrestling and alleged that she is backed by the "Indian National Congress" to further her political ambitions.

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Asian Championship: WFI to hold selection trials on 15 March in Delhi

The Asian Championships will be held in Amman, Jordan between March 25 and 30. Select Indian players will be participating in the trails. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Wrestling Federation of India announces selection trials for Asian Championships

After regaining its National Sports Federation status, the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has announced selection trials for the upcoming Asian Championships.

The Times of India

'It was necessary to recognise WFI': Sports Minister Mandaviya on revoking suspension

NEW DELHI: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted on Tuesday that lifting Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)'s suspension was crucial for Indian wrestlers to compete in forthcoming tournaments, as preventing their participation would be unfair to the athletes.

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No body to select wrestlers for international events, couldn't be unhappier: Delhi HC

A bench of Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela observed the world wrestling body, United World Wrestling (UWW), only accepted athletes selected by national bodies recognised by it, such as the WFI, for international events. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Women's Scottish independence group to relaunch with campaign day

A KEY Scottish independence network for female activists who are part of the Yes movement is set to relaunch with a day of action

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No sports ministry clearance, Indian wrestling team's Zagreb Open trip put off

NEW DELHI: Paris Olympics bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat will not be able to defend his men's 57kg category title at the forthcoming Zagreb Open ranking series tournament next week, as the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) failed to secure requisite clearance for the event from the sports ministry due to…

The Times of India

Indian wrestlers fret over Zagreb Open participation

NEW DELHI: Defending champion Aman Sehrawat is apprehensive about his prospects of competing in the upcoming Zagreb Open in Croatia, a ranking series event in the United World Wrestling's (UWW) calendar which the Indian has dominated in the past two editions.

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Court defers order on police's cancellation report in POCSO case against former WFI Chief

Special (POCSO) Judge Gomati Manocha was on leave. The matter was deferred until January 16, 2024. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Sakshi Malik appeals to PM Modi, Sports Minister to protect the future of Indian wrestling

New Delhi: Olympic medalist Sakshi Malik posted a video on X, formerly known as Twitter, asking Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help wrestlers.

The Times of India

WFI withdraws India from World Championship, writes to UWW about government interference

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Wednesday withdrew the Indian team from the World Championship, conveying to world governing body, UWW, that the sports ministry is interfering with its autonomy. The senior World Championship in 12 non-Olympic categories is scheduled to be held in Tirana, Albania from October 28.

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