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‘Tu suicide kar le’: Paralympics champion Navdeep Singh reveals heart-wrenching past | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Navdeep Singh, the Paralympics gold medalist, shared a powerful story of resilience and triumph at the Paris Games. Initially securing a silver medal, Navdeep’s achievement was later upgraded to gold, marking a historic milestone in his athletic career. His remarkable performance in the men's javelin F41 final at the 2024 Paralympic Games brought immense pride to the nation.However, the road to his success was filled with personal challenges, which Navdeep opened up about during an emotional podcast interview.Born with dwarfism, Navdeep endured severe criticism and societal rejection throughout his life. In the podcast, he revealed the hurtful taunts he faced because of his condition. He shared how some people went as far as to suggest that he should consider suicide, dismissing...
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PM Modi Shares Wholesome Moment With Paralympics Gold-Medalist Navdeep Singh | WATCH

PM Modi-Navdeep Singh Viral Video: Indian Prime Mininster Narendra Modi organised a meeting with the Paralympic Games 2024 Indian medal winners at his residence on Thursday, and his meeting with gold-medalist Navdeep Singh has now gone viral. The Indian Para athlete, who's silver medal was converted into gold medal in the aftermath of misconduct from Iran's Sadageh Sayah Beit, is one of the seven Indian Para athletes who grabbed a gold medal at the Paralympic Games 2024. READ HERE | 7th Gold Medal For India In Paris As Navdeep Singh's Silver Gets Upgraded Due To THIS Reaso However, unlike the other Para athletes, Navdeep Singh made headlines for other reasons as well, as many of his clips circulated all over the internet and went viral. In some of the clips, the Javelin thrower was caught ...
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Paris Paralympics: Why Navdeep Was Upgraded To Gold In Javelin After Initially Winning Silver

India's Navdeep was upgraded to gold, despite winning a silver initially, in the men's javelin throw F41 final at the 2024 Paris Paralympics after Iran's Beit Sayah Sadegh was disqualified. This marks India's first gold medal in the men's javelin F41 category and brings their total gold medal count at the Paralympics to seven, the highest ever for the country. Navdeep's first attempt was fouled, but he made a remarkable comeback on his second attempt with a throw of 46.39 meters. His third throw, which shattered the Paralympic record with a distance of 47.32 meters, put him in the lead. However, Iran's Beit Sayah Sadegh surpassed Navdeep with a record throw of 47.64 meters on his fifth attempt. Also on ABP Live | India vs China Hockey Match Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch IND vs CH...
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7th Gold Medal For India In Paris As Navdeep Singh’s Silver Gets Upgraded Due To THIS Reason

Navdeep Singh Wins Gold Medal: India's double delight at Paris Paralympics 2024 saw the nation win a Silver medal and a Bronze medal, but after the officials disqualified Iran's Sadageh Sayah Beit in the Men's Javelin Throw - F41 Final, the Silver medal of Navdeep Singh has now been upgraded to Gold. Indian javelin thrower Navdeep's Paralympic silver in F41 classification upgraded to gold after Iran's Sadageh Sayah Beit is disqualified — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 7, 2024    More to follow.........  Source link
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Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 10, September 7: India’s Full Schedule | Paris Paralympics News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: On the penultimate day of the Paris Paralympics, India's medal hopes remain focused on track and field athletes Simran, Navdeep, and Dilip Mahadu Gavit as they compete in their respective events. Additionally, para cyclists Arshad Shaik and Jyoti Gaderiya will also compete in their medal rounds.Following is the India schedule on Day 10 of the competition in the Paris Paralympics on Saturday:Para Cycling1 PM: Arshad Shaik in Men's C1-3 Road Race Medal Round1:05PM: Jyoti Gaderiya in Women's C1-3 Road Race Medal RoundPara Canoe1:30 PM: Yash Kumar in Men's Kayak Single 200m - KL1 Semifinals 1Para Swimming1:55 PM: Suyash Narayan Jadhav in Men's 50m Butterfly - S7 Heat 1Para Canoe1:58 PM: Prachi Yadav in Women's Va'a Single 200m - VL2 Semifinals 2Para Athletics10:30 PM: Navdeep in Men...
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Who Is Praveen Kumar? Indian Para Athlete Who Grabs Gold Medal At Paralympics 2024

Praveen Wins Gold Medal In High Jump: India's historic campaign at Paris Paralympics 2024 continues to grow bigger and better, as Praveen Kumar grabs India's record-breaking 6th Gold medal in Men's High Jump - T64 Final. India have already surpassed their best ever medals tally at the Paralympic Games, but have now recorded their best-ever Gold medals tally with Praveen Kumar's historic win. With the win, Praveen Kumar has bettered his performance of Tokyo Paralympics, where he grabbed a silver medal with a performance of 2.07m, as his antics at Paris Paralympics saw him record an attempt of 2.08m, which was enough for a Gold medal win. Watch the winning moment from Men's High Jump - T64 Final: Praveen Kumar clinches gold 🥇 at #Paris2024 with his season's best jump of 2.08 m 🤯Watch t...
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Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 9, September 6: India’s Full Schedule | Paris Paralympics News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian para-athletes continue their quest for glory on Day 9 of the Paris Paralympics, transitioning from the powerlifting arena to the track and field. With more medal events scheduled, these athletes are aiming for the top spot of their respective disciplines.Following is the India schedule on Day 9 of the competition in the Paris Paralympics on Friday:Para Canoe1:30 PM: Yash Kumar in Men's Kayak Single 200m - KL1 HeatsPara Athletics1:38 PM: Simran in Women's 200m - T12 Round 1 - Heat 5Para Canoe1:50 PM: Prachi Yadav in Women's Va'a Single 200m - VL2 Heat 1Para Athletics2:07 PM: Dipesh Kumar in Men's Javelin Throw - F54 Final2:50 PM: Dilip Mahadu Gavit in Men's 400m - T47 Round 1 - Heat 1Para Canoe2:55 PM: Pooja Ojha in Women's Kayak Single 200m - KL1 Heat 2Para Athletics3:21 ...
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Paris Paralympics: Dharambir Smashes Asian Record For Gold, Pranav Takes Silver In Club Throw

Paris: Dharambir shattered the Asian record to win the gold medal while compatriot Pranav Soorma clinched the silver as Indian club throwers dominated the men's F51 event at the Paralympics here. After four fouled attempts, the 35-year-old world championships bronze medallist from Sonepat, Dharambir hurled the club to a distance of 34.92m in his fifth attempt to claim the top spot on the podium on Wednesday. Soorma, who injured his spinal chord at 16 when a cement sheet fell on his head, then produced a throw of 34.59m in his first attempt but the 29-year-old from Faridabad couldn't better and get past Dharambir as India completed a one-two. The third Indian in the fray, 2017 world championship silver medallist, trailblazing Indian para-athlete and Dharmbir's menton Amit Kumar Saroha, howe...
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Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 8, September 5: India’s Full Schedule | Paris Paralympics News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Fans of Team India have several exciting events to look forward to on Thursday at the Paris Paralympics, with Kapil and Kokila set to compete in Blind Judo, while Harvinder Singh and Pooja aim to wrap up India's Para Archery campaign on a high note.Following is the India schedule on Day 8 of the competitions in the Paris Paralympics on Thursday:Para Shooting1 PM: Sidhartha Basu and Mona Agarwal in Mixed 50m Rifle Prone SH1 QualificationPara Archery:1:50 PM: Pooja/Harvinder Singh vs Amanda Jennings and Taymon Kenton-Smith (Australia) in Mixed Team Recurve Open 1/8 Elimination MatchPara Judo2 PM Approx: Kokila vs Akmaral Nauatbek (Kazakhstan) in Women -48kg J2 Quarterfinals2:15 PM Approx: Kapil Parmar vs Marcos Dennis Blanco (Venezuela) in Men -60 kg J1 QuarterfinalsPara Athletics...
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India Achieves Best-Ever Medal Haul In Paralympics, Surpasses Tokyo’s 19 In Paris

Paris: India achieved its best ever medal haul in the Paralympics as it went past last edition's number of podium finishes on the back of a superlative performance by the country's track and field athletes here on Tuesday. A late evening rush of medals swelled India's tally to 20 (3 gold, 7 silver, 10 bronze) to surpass its earlier best haul of 19 medals at the Tokyo Paralympic Games three years ago. On a red-letter day for Indian para sports, the track and field athletes showcased their might for the second consecutive day at the iconic Stade de France, bagging five medals -- two silver and three bronze -- as the country ended day six of the quadrennial showpiece at 17th place. India had won five gold, eight silver and six bronze medals at the Tokyo Paralympics. India's javelin throwers c...
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Ajeet Singh Bags Silver & Sundar Singh Gurjar A Bronze In Javelin Throw At Paris Paralympics

India’s para javelin throwers Ajeet Singh and Sundar Singh Gurjar ensured that India celebrated a double podium finish at the Paris Paralympics 2024 on September 3 (Tuesday). Ajeet and Sundar delivered stellar performances and won a silver and a bronze medal respectively in the Men's Javelin Throw F46 final event. Ajeet secured the silver medal with a season-best throw of 65.62 metres, while Gurjar took home the bronze with a top distance of 64.96 metres. Ajeet Singh, showing resilience and skill, improved his performance with each attempt barring the fourth, culminating in his best throw of 65.62 metres in the fifth round to secure the silver. ALSO ON ABP Live | Team India Gets New Selector. Ex-Haryana Wicketkeeper-Batter Replaces THIS Veteran In Ajit Agarkar-Led Committee Ajeet Overtook ...
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Paris Paralympics 2024: Nitesh Kumar Clinches Gold Medal In Men’s Singles Badminton SL3 Final

Top-seeded Indian para shuttler Nitesh Kumar clinched the gold medal in Men's Singles SL4 para badminton Final at La Chapelle Court on Monday (September 2). The legendary para shuttler secured India's second gold medal at the Paris Paralympics, following Avani Lekhara, who won the first gold for the country. India's medal tally has now increased to 9, comprising two gold, three silver, and four bronze medals. In a lengthy and demanding rally that tested the endurance and skill of both finalists, Nitesh maintained his composure to win the first game against Britain's Daniel Bethell. Kumar's strong defensive play led Bethell to make errors, resulting in a 21-14 victory for the Indian para shuttler in the opening game. Also on ABP Live | Dinesh Karthik Names Cheteshwar Pujara-Ajinkya Rahane R...
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EXCLUSIVE | Avani Lekhara on her Paris Paralympic gold: ‘Focused on my name going on top, not the 6.8 by the South Korean shooter’ | Paris Paralympics News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: It was a thrilling final at the Châteauroux - Final Range. Avani Lekhara, the gold medalist from the Tokyo Paralympics, remained calm as she shot her final round, scoring a 10.5. With her title defense on the line, she awaited Yunri Lee of South Korea’s final attempt in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 event.Rather than focusing on Lee’s score, Avani kept her eyes on the standings, where she was in the silver-medal position.As Lee fired her last shot, Avani's name suddenly appeared at the top, and a broad smile spread across the 22-year-old Indian shooter’s face.Avani’s steady 10.5 shot left the result uncertain until Lee, under pressure, delivered a disappointing 6.8. This unexpected turn allowed Avani to secure the gold medal by a significant margin of 1.9 points.Avani s...
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How Neeraj Chopra sparked India’s para athletes’ javelin journey | Paris Paralympics News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian para-javelin throwers Bhavanaben Chaudhary and Navdeep Singh have praised Olympic and World Champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra for sparking interest in athletics in India following his gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Both athletes attribute increased attention in their sport to Chopra's achievements.Bhavanaben competes in the F46 category, while Navdeep participates in the F41 category and is set to compete in the Paris Paralympics."Preparation has been nice and I would try my best to win a medal for the country. Participated in Para-Asian Games, I really performed well, finished at fourth and got to learn a lot. I threw well in the trials as well," Bhavanaben said. "After Neeraj Chopra won the medal at the Olympics, people started to know about Javelin and started ...
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Preethi Pal creates history with second athletics medal at Paris Paralympics | Paris Paralympics News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India's Preethi Palon Sunday made history, becoming the first Indian woman track and field athlete to win two medals at the Paralympics after securing bronze in the 200m T35 category with a personal best of 30.01 seconds in Paris on Sunday. The achievement marks her as the second Indian woman to win two medals in a single Paralympics, after shooter Avani Lekhara's gold and bronze in Tokyo.Preethi's bronze medal in the 200m T35 adds to India's second para-athletics medal at the Paris Paralympics. She competed against world record holder and Tokyo Paralympics champion Zhou Xia of China, who won the gold with 28.15 seconds, and Guo Qianqian, also from China, who took silver with a time of 29.09 seconds.On Friday, Preethi clinched India's first athletics medal in a Paralympics track...
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Paris Paralympics 2024: Preethi Pal Becomes Twin Bronze Medalist; India’s Tally Rises To 6

Preethi Pal Wins Bronze Medal: Indian Para athlete Preethi Pal made India's Day 4 at Paris Paralympics 2024 memorable, as she has now won a Bronze medal in the Women's 200m - T35 Final. With that, Preethi Pal has won her second medal at the ongoing Games (with her winning a Bronze medal in the Women's 100m - T35 Final as well). With the win, India's medal tally at Paralympic Games 2024 now rises to 6, and the win marks India's second medal from Para Athletics (both came via Preethi Pal), as rest of the four medals came in the Para Shooting event.     More to follow.......Source link
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Who Is Rubina Francis? Jabalpur-Born Para Shooter Who Won Bronze Medal At Paralympics 2024

Rubina Francis Bronze Medal: India's journey at Paris Paralympic Games 2024 is off to a memorable start, as within a span of 3 days, the nation has recorded 5 medal victories, which consists of one historic gold medal as well. Day 2 produced 4 medals for India, and much was expected from the Indian contingent on Day 3, and Rubina Francis did not disappoint, as she has now won the Bronze medal in the Women's 10m Air Pistol SH1 event. With that, India's tally rises to 5 and the Indian para shooter has grabbed India's 4th medal from the medal (with the exceptional medal coming from Preethi Pal in Women's 100m - T35 event in Para Athletics). Watch the moment when Rubina Francis was confirmed of Bronze medal finish: 𝑹𝒖-𝒃𝒊𝒏𝒂 𝒎𝒆𝒅𝒂𝒍 𝒌𝒆 𝒉𝒂𝒂𝒓 𝒏𝒂𝒉𝒊 𝒎𝒂𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊 🫡Rubina Francis wins a bronze medal in ...
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Who Is Avani Lekhara? Meet India’s Gold Medalist At 2024 Paralympics

Avani Lekhara profile: Indian Para shooter Avani Lekhara clinched gold medal in the women's 10m air rifle (SH1) event at 2024 Paris Paralympics on Friday (August 30), setting a new Paralympic record. At just 22 years old, she made history at the Paralympics by scoring 249.7 points, setting a new record.  In the same event, India's Mona Agarwal secured the bronze medal. These victories mark the first medals for India in the ongoing Paralympic Games, with one gold and one bronze. Also on ABP Live | IPL 2025 Auction: R Ashwin Comments On Rohit Sharma's Potential Departure From Mumbai Indians Who is Avani Lekhara, India's gold medalist in Paralympics 2024 Rajasthan-born Avani Lekhara had previously won gold in women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 event and bronze in the 50m rifle three positions...
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Before Manu, THIS Indian Shooter Won 2 Medals In Single Olympic Or Paralympic Games.

Paris Paralympics 2024: The Paris Paralympics 2024 have well and truly commenced. India have sent their biggest-ever contingent at the Paris Paralympics with as many as 84 Indian athletes representing India in the French capital. India have so far won 31 medals in the Paris Paralympics 2024 with more than half of the medals, 19, coming in the last edition of the Summer Paralympic Games. The Indian athletes would look to better their previous tally of medals in Paris. In the Paris Olympics 2024 which concluded on August 11, India had finished with 6 medals with their shooter Manu Bhaker winning two medals becoming the first athlete in Independent India to win multiple medals in a single edition of the Olympics. But if we include both the Olympics and the Paralympics, she is not the first in...
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Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 2, August 30: India’s Full Schedule | Paris Paralympics News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: An action-packed day awaits India at the Paris Paralympics on Friday, with shooters, shuttlers, and track and field athletes set to compete. All eyes will be on shooter Avani Lekhara as she aims to defend her 10m Air Rifle Standing gold medal.Following is India's Day 2 schedule at the Paris Paralympics on Friday (All timings in IST):Para Badminton12 PM: Manasi Joshi vs Oksana Kozyna (Ukraine) in Women's Singles SL3 Group Play Stage Para Shooting12:30 PM: Avani Lekhara, Mona Agarwal in Women's 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 QualificationPara Badminton1:20 PM: Manoj Sarkar vs Mongkhon Bunsun (Thailand) in Men's Singles SL3 Group Play StagePara Athletics1:30 PM: Jyoti Karam, Sakshi Kasana in Women's Discus Throw - F55 FinalPara Table Tennis1:30 PM: Bhavinaben Patel/Sonalben Patel in Wo...
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