Sports
Salima Tete to receive Arjuna Award, Hockey Jharkhand expresses pride, joy
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Indian women's hockey captain Salima Tete will receive the Arjuna Award, bringing pride to Jharkhand. Bijay Shankar of Hockey Jharkhand expressed joy over the recognition. Salima's achievement highlights the growing recognition of women athletes in India. Other honorees include Manu Bhaker, Gukesh Dommaraju, Harmanpreet Singh, and Praveen Kumar, who will receive the Khel Ratna. The awards will be presented by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 17, 2025.
Sports
Salima Tete to receive Arjuna Award, Hockey Jharkhand expresses pride, joy
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Sports
Five railways athletes to receive Arjuna Awards for 2024
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The Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) has been promoting sports in India since 1928, supporting 29 game disciplines. Indian Railways employs over 9000 sportspersons, with 3000 actively competing. This year, five railway athletes received the Arjuna Award: Jyothi Yarraji, Annu Rani, Salima Tete, Swapnil Suresh Kusale, and Aman. Indian Railways boasts the highest number of national sports awardees in India. The awards will be presented by the President of India on January 17, 2025.
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Five railways athletes to receive Arjuna Awards for 2024
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Sports
Arjuna Award winner Deepthi Jeevanji brings pride to Telangana
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Deepthi Jeevanji, an athlete from Telangana, has been awarded the Arjuna Award for her sports achievements, bringing joy to her family and community. Her mother, Dhanalakshmi, expressed pride in Deepthi's hard work despite criticism. Teachers PT Venkateshwar and Ramesh played a crucial role in her success. Neighbor Mudurakolla Nagaiah praised her as a second P.T. Usha. Jyoti Yarraji from Visakhapatnam also gained recognition for her athletic achievements, setting a national record in hurdles.
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Arjuna Award winner Deepthi Jeevanji brings pride to Telangana
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World News
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal meets Ambassador-designate to Georgia Abhay K
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Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met with Abhay Kumar, India's Ambassador Designate to Georgia, to discuss enhancing commercial relations between India and Georgia. Abhay Kumar, an Indian Foreign Service Officer from the 2003 batch, was appointed as the next Ambassador to Georgia. India recognized Georgia's independence in 1991 and established diplomatic relations in 1992. The Indian Embassy in Tbilisi became operational in 2024, while the Georgian Embassy in India was established in 2009.
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal meets Ambassador-designate to Georgia Abhay K
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Sports
Families of Sukhjeet Singh, Annu Rani overjoyed by Arjuna Award recognition
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Indian athletes are celebrating as they receive the Arjuna Award for their achievements in sports. Sukhjeet Singh, a hockey player, is among the recipients, with his family expressing immense pride. Other awardees include Jarmanpreet Singh, Salima Tete, and Annu Rani. The Khel Ratna has been awarded to Manu Bhaker and others. The awards will be presented by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 17, 2025. The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports announced the National Sports Awards 2024.
Sports
Families of Sukhjeet Singh, Annu Rani overjoyed by Arjuna Award recognition
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World News
Pak military courts grant pardon to 19 convicts involved in May 9 riots
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Military courts in Pakistan have pardoned 19 individuals involved in the May 9, 2023 riots after the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The convicts, who filed pleas for mercy, will be released following official procedures. Khan's arrest led to widespread protests and vandalism, resulting in over 5,000 arrests. The US and UK have expressed concerns over the military court's conviction of 25 civilians, urging fair trials and due process.
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Pak military courts grant pardon to 19 convicts involved in May 9 riots
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National
Prashant Kishor's Hunger Strike at Gandhi Maidan Over BPSC Exam Paper Leak
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Prashant Kishor, leader of Jan Suraaj, has started an indefinite hunger strike at Gandhi Maidan in Patna, Bihar, demanding the cancellation of the BPSC exam due to an alleged paper leak. Despite the Patna administration's request to move the protest to Gardanibagh, Kishor insists on the legality of their current location. Patna Sub-Divisional Magistrate Gaurav Kumar warned of action if the site is not vacated. Kishor criticized Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for not addressing the students' concerns.
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Prashant Kishor's Hunger Strike at Gandhi Maidan Over BPSC Exam Paper Leak
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Sports
Indian athletes, their families celebrate prestigious Arjuna Award recognition
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Manu Bhaker and D Gukesh have been awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award for their achievements in sports. Manu's grandmother expressed pride in her accomplishments, while Gukesh thanked the government for the recognition. Other recipients of the Khel Ratna include Harmanpreet Singh and Praveen Kumar. The Arjuna Awards were given to several athletes, including hockey players and para-athletes. Armando Agnelo Colaco received the Dronacharya Award. The awards will be presented by President Droupadi Murmu on January 17, 2025.
Sports
Indian athletes, their families celebrate prestigious Arjuna Award recognition
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National
Honoring Dr. Manmohan Singh: A Call to Rename Hoshiarpur College
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Virendra Vashist, a member of the All India Congress Committee, has appealed to the Punjab government to rename a college in Hoshiarpur in honor of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, following his recent passing. Vashist highlighted Dr. Singh's significant contributions to India and suggested building a memorial at the college. The National Students' Union of India also requested a college in Delhi be named after Dr. Singh, emphasizing his academic journey and national contributions.
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Honoring Dr. Manmohan Singh: A Call to Rename Hoshiarpur College
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Sports
Para-athlete Preeti Pal elated with Arjuna Award win
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Preeti Pal, a para-athlete from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, has been awarded the Arjuna Award, celebrating her dedication and success in sports. Her remarkable performance in the Paralympics, where she won two medals, including a historic bronze in the 200m T-35, has been recognized. The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports also announced the National Sports Awards 2024, with Manu Bhaker, Gukesh Dommaraju, Harmanpreet Singh, and Praveen Kumar receiving the Khel Ratna award.
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Para-athlete Preeti Pal elated with Arjuna Award win
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