Manu Bhaker to receive Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna after week-long confusion over nomination, Gukesh among four recipients
4 days, 13 hours ago

Manu Bhaker to receive Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna after week-long confusion over nomination, Gukesh among four recipients

Hindustan Times  

India's twin-Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and chess prodigy D Gukesh have been named among the four recipients of the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, as confirmed by the sports ministry, according to PTI on Thursday. India's men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and para-athlete Praveen Kumar are the other two recipients of this year’s Khel Ratna Award, which is the country's highest sporting honour. Bhaker made history at the Paris Olympics in August, becoming independent India's first athlete to win two medals in a single edition, securing bronze in both the 10m air pistol individual and 10m air pistol mixed team events. Meanwhile, the 18-year-old chess prodigy Gukesh made headlines by becoming the youngest-ever World Champion, while also contributing to India's historic gold medal win at the Chess Olympiad last year.

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DC Edit | Don’t devalue Khel Ratna
3 days, 4 hours ago

DC Edit | Don’t devalue Khel Ratna

Deccan Chronicle  

The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna sporting awards list for the year has the world chess champion, D. Gukesh, as well as the double Olympic bronze medallist, Manu Bhaker, besides the hockey captain, Harmanpreet Singh, and para-athlete Praveen Kumar. To revamp the system that currently allows sporting federations, Khel Ratna awardees and individual sportspeople to nominate themselves for the honour, …

Manu Bhaker to receive Khel Ratna along with D Gukesh and two others, confirms Sports Ministry
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4 days, 11 hours ago

Manu Bhaker to receive Khel Ratna along with D Gukesh and two others, confirms Sports Ministry

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Besides Bhaker and Gukesh, India men’s hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and Paralympic gold-winning high jumper Praveen Kumar are the others who have been nominated for the highest sporting honour in the country. Shooting sensation Manu Bhaker and chess prodigy D Gukesh had achieved historic feats in the Paris Olympics and the FIDE World Championship respectively last year. Image credit: X/FIDE …

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh Picked For Khel Ratna Award. See Full List
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4 days, 13 hours ago

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh Picked For Khel Ratna Award. See Full List

ABP News  

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Thursday announced Khel Ratna Award for Hockey team Captain Harmanpreet Singh, Olympic double medalist Manu Bhaker, Paralympic Gold medallist Praveen Kumar and Chess World Champion Gukesh D. The prestigious Khel Ratna Awards will be presented to the recipients by the President of India on January 17, 2025, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Ministry of Youth …

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh and 2 others to receive Khel Ratna Award
Top News
4 days, 22 hours ago

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh and 2 others to receive Khel Ratna Award

India Today  

Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker and world chess champion D Gukesh are among the four athletes who will be honoured with the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award on January 17, the Sports Ministry announced on Thursday, January 2. Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh and Paralympian Praveen Kumar will also receive the Khel Ratna Award from the President …

D Gukesh ecstatic after Khel Ratna honour: It will motivate me to work harder
4 days, 22 hours ago

D Gukesh ecstatic after Khel Ratna honour: It will motivate me to work harder

India Today  

India’s chess sensation D Gukesh was over the moon after he was chosen for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. After being named for the Khel Ratna Award, Gukesh said that it had motivated him to keep putting in the hard yards. “I am extremely humbled and honoured to know that the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced …

National Sports Day 2024: Full list of Khel Ratna, Arjuna award winners
4 days, 22 hours ago

National Sports Day 2024: Full list of Khel Ratna, Arjuna award winners

India Today  

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has announced the recipients of the National Sports Awards 2024. National Sports Day 2024: Full list of award winners Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024 Awarded for outstanding performance in sports. Shri Gukesh D - Chess Shri Harmanpreet Singh - Hockey Shri Praveen Kumar - Para-Athletics Ms. Manu Bhaker - Shooting Arjuna …

Explained: How athletes are selected for Khel Ratna Award amid Manu Bhaker and Harvinder Singh’s criticism
1 week, 4 days ago

Explained: How athletes are selected for Khel Ratna Award amid Manu Bhaker and Harvinder Singh’s criticism

Firstpost  

Both Bhaker and Harvinder, who were among India’s standout performers in Paris Olympics and Paralympics respectively, have been critical of this year’s shortlist for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. Both Bhaker and Harvinder, however, have been in the news lately for being critical of this year’s shortlist for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. “Discrimination in sports’ …

‘Same gold, same pride, why not same award?’: Amid Manu Bhaker controversy, India's paralympic champion cries foul
1 week, 5 days ago

‘Same gold, same pride, why not same award?’: Amid Manu Bhaker controversy, India's paralympic champion cries foul

Hindustan Times  

Paralympics gold medallist archer Harvinder Singh alleged “discrimination” in sports awards after his name did not feature in the list recommended for the prestigious Khel Ratna award. Although a sports ministry spokesperson has done damage control by confirming that the list is yet to be finalised, the absence of double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker from the initial list, which featured …

Manu Bhaker's name to be added to final list for Khel Ratna award after major backlash: ‘List not final yet'
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1 week, 5 days ago

Manu Bhaker's name to be added to final list for Khel Ratna award after major backlash: ‘List not final yet'

Hindustan Times  

A day after Manu Bhaker's absence from among those recommended for the prestigious Khel Ratna award created a furore, it is reliably learnt that her name is likely to be added to the final list after union sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya takes a call on the matter in a few days. There was no formal announcement but the initial list …

Manu Bhaker's father reveals daughter's chat after Khel Ratna axe: 'Shouldn't have won medals for country'
1 week, 5 days ago

Manu Bhaker's father reveals daughter's chat after Khel Ratna axe: 'Shouldn't have won medals for country'

India TV News  

Manu Bhaker despite being the two-time Olympic medallist for India, the only one for the country in the single edition, wasn't shortlisted for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. While the earlier statement from the sports ministry stated that Manu Bhaker hadn't applied for it, later, the statement suggested that this wasn't the final list and the sport shooter …

Khel Ratna row: Maybe lapse on my part, says Manu Bhaker
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1 week, 6 days ago

Khel Ratna row: Maybe lapse on my part, says Manu Bhaker

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Seeking to end all “speculations” after her name was not considered for the Khel Ratna Award, Paris Olympics double medallist shooter Manu Bhaker on Tuesday admitted to a possible lapse in her application for the country’s top sports award. The Union Sports Ministry then said on Monday that Bhaker’s name was not considered for the award because she …

Khel Ratna snub: Manu Bhaker hints at ’lapse’ on her part; sports ministry says list is not final
Top News
1 week, 6 days ago

Khel Ratna snub: Manu Bhaker hints at ’lapse’ on her part; sports ministry says list is not final

Live Mint  

After controversy erupted over Indian shooter and double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker not being shortlisted for the Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award, the 22-year-old pistol ace said her aim was to perform for the country and it would not matter whether she got an award or not. In a post on social media platform X, Manu wrote: "Regarding the ongoing …

Amid Manu Bhaker Khel Ratna Row, THIS Indian Gold-Medalist Highlights 'Discrimination' In Sports Awards
1 week, 6 days ago

Amid Manu Bhaker Khel Ratna Row, THIS Indian Gold-Medalist Highlights 'Discrimination' In Sports Awards

ABP News  

Indian archer Harvinder Singh, who won a gold at Paris Paralympics, on Tuesday alleged "discrimination" in the distribution of sports awards and questioned why the Khel Ratna honour was not bestowed on this year's medallists at the Games like the Tokyo edition. Following India's gold-winning performance at the 2021 Tokyo Paralympics, shooter Avani Lekhara, javelin thrower Sumit Antil and shuttler …

Manu Bhaker reacts to Khel Ratna nomination snub: 'There has been a lapse on my part'
1 week, 6 days ago

Manu Bhaker reacts to Khel Ratna nomination snub: 'There has been a lapse on my part'

Firstpost  

Paris Olympics bronze medallist Manu Bhaker said that while awards and recognition would motivate her, winning them were not one of her goals. Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, who won two bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has broken her silence on her snub from the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna nominees list. Controversy erupted on Monday when the Sports …

Manu Bhaker accepts 'lapse' on her part in Khel Ratna controversy: 'While filing for the nomination...'
1 week, 6 days ago

Manu Bhaker accepts 'lapse' on her part in Khel Ratna controversy: 'While filing for the nomination...'

Hindustan Times  

Manu Bhaker, the double bronze medallist at the Paris Olympics 2024, has been at the centre of a huge controversy after her name was excluded from the Khel Ratna awardees list. Manu Bhaker accepts 'lapse' on her part in the Khel Ratna controversy. Netizens support Manu Bhaker As soon as Manu Bhaker posted her statement, several users on the internet …

Manu Bhaker on Khel Ratna controversy: There’s been a lapse in filing nominations, may be on my part
1 week, 6 days ago

Manu Bhaker on Khel Ratna controversy: There’s been a lapse in filing nominations, may be on my part

The Hindu  

Manu Bhaker, the double bronze medalist at the Paris Olympics, acknowledged a potential oversight on her part in the nomination process for this year’s National Sports Awards. 1 A day after the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports intervened to address the controversy following the selection committee’s unexpected decision, the 22-year-old shooting star took to social media to clarify her …

'Should've made her a cricketer instead': Manu Bhaker's father regrets putting daughter in shooting after Khel Ratna axe
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1 week, 6 days ago

'Should've made her a cricketer instead': Manu Bhaker's father regrets putting daughter in shooting after Khel Ratna axe

Hindustan Times  

Manu Bhaker's father, Ram Kishan, has expressed disappointment over her daughter's reportedly being ignored for the Khel Ratna list. Manu Bhaker's missing from Khel Ratna nominees In Paris 2024, Bhaker became independent India's first athlete to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics with her bronze-winning performance in the 10m air pistol individual and mixed team events. …

'I shouldn't have gone to the Olympics and won medals for the country': Manu Bhaker devastated by Khel Ratna axe
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1 week, 6 days ago

'I shouldn't have gone to the Olympics and won medals for the country': Manu Bhaker devastated by Khel Ratna axe

Hindustan Times  

Manu Bhaker, the twin medal winner from the Paris Olympics 2024, is heartbroken to see her name missing from the shortlisted candidates for the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award. Manu Bhaker isn't happy And yet, somehow, Bhaker was axed from the list of shortlisted candidates recommended by the sports ministry to the government. After the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, all …

Khel Ratna Omission: Manu Bhaker's Father Lashes Out At Committee, Ministry Says List 'Not Final'
1 week, 6 days ago

Khel Ratna Omission: Manu Bhaker's Father Lashes Out At Committee, Ministry Says List 'Not Final'

ABP News  

India’s ace shooter Manu Bhaker, who made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by winning two bronze medals for India, was overlooked for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award as she did not make it to the 30 names shortlisted in the recommended list. ALSO ON ABP Live | Sam Konstas Confirmed To Debut In IND vs AUS Boxing …

Manu Bhaker to father after Khel Ratna snub: ’I shouldn’t have gone to Olympics’
1 week, 6 days ago

Manu Bhaker to father after Khel Ratna snub: ’I shouldn’t have gone to Olympics’

Live Mint  

No mention of Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker's name on the list of sportspersons nominated for the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award sparked controversy this week. 'Some orders were being followed' Bhaker's father Ram Kishan exclusively told Telecom Asia that he suspects that "all is not well with the committee which decides the national sports awards. He said, "Despite …

Manu Bhaker’s father slams Khel Ratna Award snub: ‘Is this the way you are encouraging athletes?’
1 week, 6 days ago

Manu Bhaker’s father slams Khel Ratna Award snub: ‘Is this the way you are encouraging athletes?’

Live Mint  

Paris Olympics double medallist Manu Bhaker's father has reacted to her daughter's name reportedly not being included among the sportspersons nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. While speaking exclusively to Sports Tak in an interview, Bhaker's father, Ram Kishan, said, “What's the point of getting two medals in a single Olympics if you have to beg for …

'There has been a lapse on my part: Manu Bhaker's first reaction to Khel Ratna award nominations snub
1 week, 6 days ago

'There has been a lapse on my part: Manu Bhaker's first reaction to Khel Ratna award nominations snub

India TV News  

Manu Bhaker reacted to her snub from the Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award nominations with a post on her X page on Tuesday. The 22-year-old Bhaker created history at the Paris Olympics 2024 by becoming the first Indian to win two medals in a Summer Olympics since Independence. However, her two Olympics medals were not enough to earn the nomination …

Khel Ratna snub 'humilation' might affect Manu Bhaker's progress: Coach Jaspal Rana
1 week, 6 days ago

Khel Ratna snub 'humilation' might affect Manu Bhaker's progress: Coach Jaspal Rana

India Today  

Decorated shooter and coach Jaspal Rana criticised the Sports Ministry, the Sports Authority of India, and the National Rifle Association of India after his protege, Manu Bhaker, was excluded from the list of nominees for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. The controversy arose when it was revealed that Manu Bhaker’s name was missing from the initial list of …

Paralympics gold-medalist Harvinder Singh adds to burning Khel Ratna controversy
1 week, 6 days ago

Paralympics gold-medalist Harvinder Singh adds to burning Khel Ratna controversy

India Today  

Para-archer and Paris Paralympics 2024 gold-medallist Harvinder Singh has openly criticized the lack of recognition for Paralympians in the nominations for the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. "Discrimination in sports”Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Gold medalists were awarded by Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, but what about Paris 2024 Paralympic Gold medalists? #KhelRatnaAward" @PMOIndia @PTI_News @ANI @ — Harvinder …

Should have made Manu Bhaker a cricketer, not shooter: Father on Khel Ratna snub
1 week, 6 days ago

Should have made Manu Bhaker a cricketer, not shooter: Father on Khel Ratna snub

India Today  

Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker's father Ram Kishan was gutted with the reports of the shooter being snubbed from the Khel Ratna list. The government must recognise her efforts," Manu Bhaker's father said in an interview. Manu Bhaker Disheartened: Father On December 23, sources confirmed to India Today that Paris Olympics medallist Manu Bhaker’s name has been excluded from the …

Manu Bhaker breaks silence on Khel Ratna snub: Believe there's been a lapse
1 week, 6 days ago

Manu Bhaker breaks silence on Khel Ratna snub: Believe there's been a lapse

India Today  

Indian shooter Manu Bhaker has addressed the controversy surrounding her exclusion from the nominees for the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. Manu Bhaker's Instagram story The Sports Ministry reportedly stated that Bhaker did not apply for the award, but her father, Ram Kishan, contested this claim, asserting that the nomination was submitted, and no response was received. The …

Manu Bhaker missing from Khel Ratna nominations, sports ministry says, 'list not final yet'
1 week, 6 days ago

Manu Bhaker missing from Khel Ratna nominations, sports ministry says, 'list not final yet'

India TV News  

Manu Bhaker, independent India's first athlete to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics, made the headlines on Monday after she was shockingly ignored for this year's Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. However, a top sports ministry source has stated that the nomination list is not finalised yet and Bhaker is likely to be there in the …

Khel Ratna list not finalised, says ministry on Manu Bhaker ‘snub’
2 weeks ago

Khel Ratna list not finalised, says ministry on Manu Bhaker ‘snub’

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi/ Mumbai: The sports ministry on Monday said that double Olympic medal-winning pistol shooter Manu Bhaker’s name was not considered for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award because she had not applied for the India’s highest sporting honour, even as her family raised questions about the need for an application by the athlete in a year when her …

Manu Bhaker's name reportedly absent from nominees list for Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award
2 weeks ago

Manu Bhaker's name reportedly absent from nominees list for Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award

Firstpost  

Two-time Paris Olympics medallist Manu Bhaker’s name is reportedly absent from the list of sportspersons nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. India’s two-time Paris Olympics medallist Manu Bhaker’s name is reportedly absent from the list of sportspersons nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. “Tell me, Do I deserve Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award? …

Manu Bhaker Khel Ratna controversy: Why double Olympic medallist was overlooked – 2 things to know
2 weeks ago

Manu Bhaker Khel Ratna controversy: Why double Olympic medallist was overlooked – 2 things to know

Live Mint  

Manu Bhaker is making headlines after reports emerged that the Paris Olympics double medallist wasn't included in the nomination list for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. Having suffered a heart-breaking pistol malfunction in Tokyo three years ago, Bhaker made a strong comeback to win her first Olympic bronze in the women's 10m air pistol event. According to a …

No Khel Ratna for Manu Bhaker? Officials say Paris Olympics double medallist ‘didn’t apply’; family reacts
2 weeks ago

No Khel Ratna for Manu Bhaker? Officials say Paris Olympics double medallist ‘didn’t apply’; family reacts

Live Mint  

In a surprising move, Paris Olympics double medallist Manu Bhaker isn't among the sportspersons nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, according to reports. According to a Times of India report, sports ministry officials stated that Manu Bhaker didn't apply for the country's highest sporting honour, the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. Harmanpreet, Praveen among Khel Ratna …

Watch: Remembering Dhyan Chand | National Sports Day
4 months, 1 week ago

Watch: Remembering Dhyan Chand | National Sports Day

The Hindu  

August 29 is a day that holds a special place in the hearts of sports enthusiasts across India. It is celebrated as National Sports Day, dedicated to the memory of the legendary hockey player, Major Dhyan Chand, a name that is synonymous with excellence in sports, a name that transcended the boundaries of the field to inspire generations—a man whose …

Paris Olympics: Sports Minister congratulates Manu Bhaker on bronze medal, praises Khelo India initiative
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics: Sports Minister congratulates Manu Bhaker on bronze medal, praises Khelo India initiative

The Hindu  

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated Olympics bronze medallist Manu Bhaker after she won India’s first medal of the Paris Olympics in the 10m air pistol event. “I would like to congratulate Manu Bhaker, who won a bronze in the 10m air pistol event and brought laurels to India. She had trained under Khelo India initiative,” Mr. Mandaviya said at …

'Khelo India Aiding Athletes to Give Their Best': Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya After Manu Bhaker Win Olympic Bronze
5 months, 1 week ago

'Khelo India Aiding Athletes to Give Their Best': Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya After Manu Bhaker Win Olympic Bronze

News 18  

Manu Bhaker scripted history on Sunday as she became the first-ever Indian women shooter to win a medal at the Olympic Games. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also congratulated the Haryana shooter for making the nation proud. #Cheer4Bharat pic.twitter.com/VQxMAIxlVk — Dr Mansukh Mandaviya July 28, 2024 Speaking to ANI, Mandaviya explained how being part of the government’s ‘Khelo India’ programme …

WFI polls: Vinesh Phogat to now return Khel Ratna, Arjuna awards
1 year ago

WFI polls: Vinesh Phogat to now return Khel Ratna, Arjuna awards

Hindustan Times  

Double World Championships bronze medallist and two-time Olympian Vinesh Phogat announced on Tuesday that she is returning her Khel Ratna and Arjuna awards. Wrestler Vinesh Phogat during a press conference after Sanjay Singh, an associate of BJP MP and former chief of Wrestling Federation of India Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, became the new President of WFI, in New Delhi, Thursday, …

Krishan Pathak, Sushila Chanu, Shivendra Singh and Vineet Sharma Lauded by Hockey India For Their Achievements
1 year ago

Krishan Pathak, Sushila Chanu, Shivendra Singh and Vineet Sharma Lauded by Hockey India For Their Achievements

News 18  

Hockey India on Thursday extended its heartfelt congratulations to Krishan Bahadur Pathak, Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, Shivendra Singh, and Vineet Kumar Sharma for being named for the prestigious National Awards for 2023. Former India men’s team player Vineet Kumar Sharma has been awarded with Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime Achievement. “This marks an incredible milestone for hockey as we celebrate the …

Khel Ratna award is truly special: Satwik
1 year ago

Khel Ratna award is truly special: Satwik

The Hindu  

Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award is truly special, and getting it ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics is equally significant and a huge morale-booster, said R. Satiwiksairaj, after he and his doubles partner Chirag Shetty, were formally named to receive the prestigious award on Wednesday. We feel it is a recognition of our achievements certainly, and we give credit to …

National Sports Awards 2023: Khel Ratna confirmed for Satwik-Chirag; Shami among 26 Arjuna Award recipients
1 year ago

National Sports Awards 2023: Khel Ratna confirmed for Satwik-Chirag; Shami among 26 Arjuna Award recipients

Firstpost  

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games while Mohammed Shami was the leading wicket-taker in the ICC World Cup. Ace badminton men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are set to be bestowed with the prestigious Khel Ratna Award while India pacer Mohammed Shami is among the 26 recipients of the Arjuna Award. Here’s …

National Sports Awards 2023 Sports Ministry Confirms Khel Ratna Satwik Chirag Arjuna Award For Mohammed Shami Full List Of Awardees
1 year ago

National Sports Awards 2023 Sports Ministry Confirms Khel Ratna Satwik Chirag Arjuna Award For Mohammed Shami Full List Of Awardees

ABP News  

National Sports Awards 2023: The Sports Ministry announced the final list of nominations for the annual sports awards, giving the prestigious Khel Ratna honour to badminton players Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, along with the Arjuna award for 26 sports personalities, including the prolific pacer Mohammed Shami. In the university category, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, secured the prestigious …

Mohammed Shami nominated for Arjuna Award, Satwik-Chirag for Khel Ratna
1 year ago

Mohammed Shami nominated for Arjuna Award, Satwik-Chirag for Khel Ratna

The Hindu  

Pacer Mohammed Shami has been nominated for this year’s Arjuna Award, while the men’s doubles badminton pair of Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. The nominees: Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award: Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty. Arjuna Award: Mohammed Shami, Ajay Reddy Ojas Pravin Deotale, Aditi Gopichand Swami, …

Jyothi Surekha not recommended for Khel Ratna Award leaves father, Surendra, “disappointed”
1 year ago

Jyothi Surekha not recommended for Khel Ratna Award leaves father, Surendra, “disappointed”

The Hindu  

It is disgusting to see that Jyothi Surekha’s name doesn’t figure in the list of athletes recommended for the Maj. Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award by the Union Sports Ministry, said the ace woman archer’s father-cum-mentor V. Surendra in a statement on Wednesday. “It is disappointing that Surekha who has the rare distinction of winning a medal every year in …

Mohammed Shami nominated for Arjuna Award, Satwik-Chirag for Khel Ratna
1 year ago

Mohammed Shami nominated for Arjuna Award, Satwik-Chirag for Khel Ratna

The Hindu  

Pacer Mohammed Shami, one of the architects of India’s near successful World Cup campaign, has been nominated for this year’s Arjuna Award, while men’s doubles badminton pair of Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were selected for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. They include men’s hockey players Krishan Bahadur Pathak and Sushila Chanu, archers Ojas Pravin Deotale and …

In pictures: Sharath Kamal honoured with Khel Ratna; Nikhat Zareen, Praggnanandhaa get Arjuna Award
2 years, 1 month ago

In pictures: Sharath Kamal honoured with Khel Ratna; Nikhat Zareen, Praggnanandhaa get Arjuna Award

The Hindu  

Table tennis legend Achanta Sharath Kamal was on Wednesday bestowed with the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna, the country’s highest sporting honour, by President Droupadi Murmu in a glittering National Sports Awards ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Wednesday. New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu presents Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award to table tennis player Sharath Kamal Achanta during …

National Sports Awards 2022: Sharath Kamal to receive Khel Ratna; Lakshya, Sable win Arjuna award
2 years, 1 month ago

National Sports Awards 2022: Sharath Kamal to receive Khel Ratna; Lakshya, Sable win Arjuna award

The Hindu  

Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports announced on Monday that the Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2022 will be given to table tennis star Achanta Sharath Kamal on November 30. Sharath Kamal had a sparkling outing at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, where he clinched four medals, including three golds. The Ministry also revealed a list of sportspersons who …

Indian hockey player Sreejesh PR’s life might inspire a movie: Talks are happening, he says
3 years, 1 month ago

Indian hockey player Sreejesh PR’s life might inspire a movie: Talks are happening, he says

Hindustan Times  

After the bronze finish at the Tokyo 2020, hockey player Sreejesh PR has received calls from Bollywood and the Malayalam film industry for his life story to be depicted on screen. Indian Men’s Hockey team goalkeeper, Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Awardee Sreejesh PR says he’s receiving calls from Bollywood and even the south film industry for a film based …

Khel Ratna Krishna Nagar's Mother Passes Away Hours Before He Received the Award
3 years, 1 month ago

Khel Ratna Krishna Nagar's Mother Passes Away Hours Before He Received the Award

News 18  

Para shuttler and Tokyo Paralympics gold medallist Krishna Nagar’s 49-year-old mother passed away in a tragic incident, just hours before the player received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award from the hands of President Ram Nath Kovind at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Saturday. Krishna had won gold in the men’s singles SH6 category at the Tokyo Paralympics and was …

Neeraj Chopra leads star cast at National Sports Awards presentation
3 years, 1 month ago

Neeraj Chopra leads star cast at National Sports Awards presentation

The Hindu  

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra led the star cast at the National Sports Awards presentation ceremony but para-athletes stole the show at the Durbar Hall of Rashtrapati Bhawan on Saturday. Neeraj was among the 12 recipients of the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award from the President Mr. Ram Nath Kovind The award carries a medallion, a certificate and ₹25 …

India honours its sporting best at dazzling National awards ceremony
3 years, 1 month ago

India honours its sporting best at dazzling National awards ceremony

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, India opener Shikhar Dhawan, veteran woman cricketer Mithali Raj and history-making Paralympic stars shared the spotlight as an unprecedented 12 sportspersons were presented with India's highest sporting honour -- the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna -- by President Ram Nath Kovind here on Saturday. Besides the 23-year-old star, other recipients of the …

Neeraj Chopra leads star cast; Para-athletes feted like never before at National Sports awards
3 years, 1 month ago

Neeraj Chopra leads star cast; Para-athletes feted like never before at National Sports awards

The Hindu  

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra led the star cast at the National Sports Awards presentation ceremony but para-athletes stole the show at the Durbar Hall of Rashtrapati Bhawan on Saturday. Neeraj was among the 12 recipients of the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award from the President Ram Nath Kovind The award carries a medallion, a certificate and Rs. Defending …

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