NEERAJ KUMAR
We didn't anticipate winning medals in such a short time, says IIS Founder Parth Jindal
Learn about the journey of Parth Jindal, the founder of JSW Sports, and his commitment to developing Olympic champions in India. Discover the impact of the Inspire Institute of Sport in nurturing talent and the strategic partnerships with corporates. Gain insights into the challenges and successes of fostering a culture of sports excellence in the country through innovative initiatives. Witness the evolution of India's sports industry under Jindal's visionary leadership.
List of qualified Indian players for Paris Olympics 2024
The 2024 Paris Olympics commence on July 26, featuring 32 sports and 329 gold medals. India’s Tokyo highlights: 124 athletes, 7 medals. Neeraj Chopra defends javelin title. Priyanka Goswami, Akshdeep Singh race walking. Bhowneesh Mendiratta loses shooting quota to Prithviraj Tondaiman. Parveen Hooda replaced by Jasmine Lamboria. Indian shooting teams, including Tarundeep Rai and Mirabai Chanu.
JD(U) names Sanjay Jha working president, seeks special category status or package for Bihar
The JD(U) appointed Sanjay Jha, its Rajya Sabha member, as working president during a national executive meeting on Saturday. Neeraj Kumar, a senior leader of the party, highlighted that JD(U) reiterated its demand for special category status for Bihar at the meeting. Alternatively, they suggested the Centre could consider a special package. The party also emphasized the need for stringent action against those involved in exam paper leaks and advocated for robust legislation to prevent such incidents in the future.
India’s Olympic odyssey: From 1912 Stockholm discussions to bidding for 2036
India eventually participated in the 1920 Games and, under the patronage of Sir Dorab Tata, sent a handful of athletes to the 1924 Games in Paris. While these athletes did reasonably well, none were in contention for a medal. The first medal, a gold, was won at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics. It was during this tour that Dhyan Chand established himself as the premier star of Indian hockey. For Chand, an enlisted sepoy in the Army and a man not born into privilege, the opportunity to represent India was an unexpected windfall.
If Rahul Gandhi is not getting any success after INDIA bloc formation is it fault of EVMs?: JDU leader Neeraj Kumar
Janata Dal (United) leader Neeraj Kumar questioned Rahul Gandhi's criticism of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), pointing out that the Supreme Court had not raised any issues with EVMs. He also questioned Gandhi's alliance with "corrupt dynastic politics." Kumar highlighted the success of the INDIA bloc in winning 233 seats in the Lok Sabha polls. He challenged Gandhi's doubts on EVM impartiality and Election Commission conduct.
Tabu celebrates that film industry is getting out of the shackles of youth centrism
Devgn, who has also worked with Tabu in films such as "Haqeeqat", "Thakshak" "Drishyam" movies, "Bholaa", "Golmaal Again" and "De De Pyaar De", joked about their long filmography together.
JD(U) comes up with 'Tiger Zinda Hai' poster in Patna hailing Nitish Kumar
JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar's pivotal role in the NDA government formation sees party workers in Patna showcasing a large poster with 'Tiger Zinda Hai' alongside his image, highlighting his influence on NDA's Lok Sabha performance in Bihar. Despite JD(U) and BJP both winning 12 seats, Kumar's leadership is crucial for the BJP-led government. Colourful banners and posters celebrating Kumar's success adorn various locations in the city, reflecting the party's high morale post-election.
Allahbad Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Dates, schedule, partywise candidates and all you need to know
Allahbad, a key constituency in Uttar Pradesh, is set to face off against Bharatiya Janata Party's Neeraj Tripthi, Bahujan Samajwadi Party's Ramesh Kumar Patel, and Congress' Ujjwal Rewati Raman Singh in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The constituency, located in Prayagraj district, has a rich political history, with two MPs elevated to Prime Minister positions. Neeraj Tripathi, son of BJP leader Kesari Nath Tripathi, was named as the saffron party's Allahabad candidate in April.
Kejriwal now has a bigger worry than elections: His fracturing party
Just as out-on-bail Kejriwal began rejuvenating AAP, he got embroiled in the Swati Maliwal episode, which now seems to cloud all else. Maliwal claimed in a PCR call that she had been assaulted by Kejriwal’s PA, Bibhav Kumar, on the former’s instructions. This brought the cops to the spot. Later, she went to the Civil Lines police station in order to file an FIR, but didn't. Delhi Police visited Maliwal's house and recorded her statement today.
Puma to sponsor 400 Indian athletes, signs deal with Athletics Federation of India
PUMA India has signed a multi-year deal with the Athletics Federation of India to exclusively supply performance kits, speed suits, and travel gear to Indian athletes in track & field, jumps, throws, cross country running, and marathons at domestic and international tournaments. The deal will benefit stars like Neeraj Chopra and Kishore Kumar Jena. The partnership a focuses on enhancing athlete performance and creating a culture of excellence within India's sporting community.
NCLT sets aside Syska LED Light insolvency process as company, lender settles matter
Syska LED Lights is part of the Pune-based SSK Group, an exclusive distributor of Samsung mobiles, accessories and tables for five states in Western India. In the past few years, the light-emitting diode (LED) lighting solutions provider and consumer electric company has expanded into personal care, home appliances, smart watches and audio categories.
Olympic champion Chopra to compete before home fans after three years
The National Federation Cup, beginning Sunday, will gain high-profile status with the presence of Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, despite several top athletes opting out of the four-day Senior Championships. Chopra, aged 26, will participate in a domestic event for the first time in three years, following his appearance in the 2021 edition of the same event.
2 more senior Delhi Congress leaders Naseeb Singh and Neeraj Basoya join Arvinder Singh Lovely list
Delhi Congress leaders revolted against AAP alliance and candidate choices. Resignations by Naseeb Singh and Neeraj Basoya highlighted discontent. Internal strife over leadership decisions and party direction.
Lok Sabha Polls: Nagina-Bijnor puzzle for Muslim voters
In 2019, both seats, which have a considerable population of Muslim and SC community, had gone to BSP in BSP-SP-RLD alliance. Since the tried and tested winning formula for these two seats is mainly the Muslim-SC combination, Muslim voters here seem a little disappointed with the INDIA bloc because of its failure to bring BSP in its fold.
VVIP inmates 'big nuisance', need to be kept with 'great caution' in Tihar: Former police commissioner Neeraj Kumar
Former Delhi police commissioner Neeraj Kumar has stated that VVIP inmates at Tihar jail, where Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was recently lodged, are a "big nuisance" for authorities due to "bladebaazi" and other attacks among prisoners. Kumar, who served as Director General of Prisons, said he had the privilege of taking care of the maximum number of VVIPs during his tenure at Tihar jail.
Nitish Kumar expands his cabinet, inducts 21 ministers
The BJP inducted six new faces among its 12 ministers. Former deputy CM Renu Devi was among those who took oath as minister. Apart from her, Mangal Pandey, Neeraj Singh Bablu, Nitin Navin, Janak Ram and Nitish Mishra took oath as ministers. Among the freshers are Santosh Singh, Kedar Gupta, Surendra Mehta, Hari Sahni, Krishna Nandan Paswan and Dilip Jaiswal.
T-Series appoints Neeraj Kalyan, Shiv Chanana to its board
Kalyan, with extensive digital industry experience, oversees T-Series' business development, licencing of music catalogues and films, managing music publishing revenue, collaborating globally, formulating corporate growth strategies, and representing the company on industry forums.
RS chairman revokes suspension of 11 opposition MPs held guilty of breach of privilege: Sources
The Rajya Sabha Privileges Committee found 11 suspended opposition MPs guilty of breach of privilege and contempt of the Council of States. However, Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar revoked their suspension, allowing them to attend the Budget session. The committee recommended that the period of suspension already suffered by the members be considered as sufficient punishment.
Kaun humko nishane par lega, teer hamare haath mein hai: JDU's Neeraj Kumar on Bihar political instability
Neeraj Kumar, a leader of the Janata Dal-United (JDU), responded to the political instability in Bihar by stating that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar does not aspire for any post and those who are confused should know better. Congress leader Prem Chandra Mishra questioned why Nitish Kumar is remaining silent and called for clarity. In 2022, Bihar CM snapped ties with the BJP, alleging conspiracy and attempts to influence JD-U MLAs to rebel against him.
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