Record-holding lifeguard dies of cardiac arrest while swimming
MCC Commissioner Ravichandra Naik said K. Chandrashekar Rai was and outsource staff of the MCC. The pool was closed for public on Sunday when Rai got into the water only to be found unconscious after a while by the watchman there.
The watchman immediately called an ambulance that took Rai to the nearest hospital, where the doctors declared him 'brought in dead' and that the cause of death was cardiac arrest.
Condoling Rai's death, rationalist Narendra Nayak, a regular swimmer at the pool, said in a Facebook post that Rai learnt swimming at Mangala pool. He also worked as a manager in a few residential apartments in Manipal, where he also worked as a lifeguard at a pool. A few years ago, Rai started working at the Mangala pool, Mr. Nayak said.
Mr. Nayak said that on Saturday evening, he complimented Rai for maintaining the swimming pool well when Rai then told him that he was on lifeguard duty that day as two others were on leave.
.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
Fitness world mourns loss of IFBB Pro bodybuilder Craig Licker at 57
Craig Licker (Image Source: RyanHarris/Facebook) The fitness and bodybuilding community is grieving the loss of one of its respected former IFBB professional bodybuilders, Craig Licker, who passed away at age 57. Although the full details of his cause of death have not been publicised, Licker has nevertheless received tributes from fans, fellow sportsmen and women, fitness fans and those he inspired across the globe since his death, noting the impact he had on the sport. Craig Licker's journey in pro bodybuilding Craig Licker actually started climbing the competitive bodybuilding ladder back in 1994 when he won Middleweight at the NPC Nationals. Back then, pro cards were so rare, it was a huge accomplishment and put Licker on the map as an up-and-coming name in bodybuilding. This win granted him his IFBB Pro card, and shortly after, he made his professional debut in 1995 at the Niagara Falls Pro Invitational and Houston Pro Championship. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) During his long career as a professional bodybuilder, he stood on stage alongside many of the biggest names in bodybuilding history, including Ronnie Coleman, Kevin Levrone, and other top competitors. His aesthetic physique, stage presence, conditioning, and genetics definitely earned respect from fans and rivals alike. In 2015, he returned with a bang, hitting the Chicago Pro and Tampa Pro, where he finished 12th and 16th. Licker has been off the competition radar for the next few years. The events above ended his professional stage career but highlighted his enduring passion and dedication. Outside the stage, Licker had a career in the fitness industry, where he was a leading salesman for Species Nutrition in New England during the early 2010s. As well as his competitive accomplishments, he became well known for his strong work ethic and motivational presence within the fitness community. Tributes and all about Craig Licker's family The bodybuilding community has paid heartfelt tribute to the passing. Friends and colleagues describe Licker as a talented athlete with a stoic style, a jokester, a person who spread joy wherever he went and made all of us better for it. In particular, he gained respect in the Boston fitness scene, training, mentoring and influencing aspiring athletes his entire life. No public information about Licker's family, whether he had a spouse or kids, has yet been made available. The family has released no further details, as a mark of respect for privacy, and efforts have continued to pay tribute to his contributions to the sport. Also Read: Hayley McNeff champion bodybuilder from Massachusetts passes away unexpectedly at 37 However, Licker's death on August 15, 2025, was undisclosed. His passing, which has deeply unsettled some in the fitness and bodybuilding scene, has prompted reflections on his career and perseverance as well as on the many personal relationships developed over decades. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
1xBet launches charity campaign I Bet On Myself, funds from which will be transferred to support para-athletes
The international company 1xBet announces the launch of a large-scale charitable initiative, I Bet On Myself, which will run from August to November 2025. Its goal is to support para-athletes and promote the power of personal choice — to bet on yourself despite doubts, fear, or circumstances. About the concept I Bet On Myself is a story of courage. It's a campaign about people who, one day, decided to believe in themselves – athletes, artists, entrepreneurs, and dreamers. In partnership with the W.C.I.A (Wheelchair Cricket India Association) Foundation and influencers, 1xBet is turning these stories into real support for para-athletes. 'There comes a time in each of us when we must choose between quitting or believing in ourselves. We want to amplify the voices of those who opt for the latter and inspire others not to give up,' 1xBet says. How does it work? 1xBet encourages people to share their determination cases using the hashtag #1xBetOnMyself. For each story, the company will donate ₹100 to W.C.I.A., a foundation that helps athletes with disabilities. Share your experience on your Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook page with a video or static post, including the hashtag #1xBetOnMyself. Just one step, and you become a contributor to a good cause. What has already been done? As part of the initiative, 1xBet bought 20 modern sports wheelchairs for para-athletes who participate in 6-8 tournaments each year but have lacked proper equipment due to its high cost. "We want to support not only star figures, but also those who fight every day for the chance to stay in sports. Their choice is the most successful bet on themselves," the company noted. Influencers' engagement Indian actress Urvashi Rautela has already supported the initiative, sharing her story on social media and encouraging people to participate in the campaign. Other popular Indian influencers are expected to join the effort within the next three months. The para-athletes also decided to share their inspiring cases to motivate others not to give up on their dreams. All the stories will be posted soon on the official 1xBet Instagram page. Join us! 1xBet states that each of your experiences is a donation of ₹100, which the company will transfer to the charity organisation W.C.I.A. About 1xBet 1xBet is a globally recognised bookmaker with 18 years in the betting industry. The brand's customers can place bets on thousands of sporting events, with the company's website and app available in 70 languages. The official partner list of 1xBet includes FC Barcelona, LOSC Lille, La Liga, Serie A, European Cricket Network, Durban's Super Giants, and other renowned sports brands and organisations. The company's ambassadors in India are famous cricketer Heinrich Klaasen and actress Urvashi Rautela. The company has repeatedly been a nominee and recipient of prestigious professional honours such as IGA, SBC, G2E Asia, and EGR Nordics Awards.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Sports Bill will end stagnation; bring in transparency: PT Usha in Rajya Sabha
PT Usha (Image credit: Facebook) NEW DELHI: Indian Olympic Association President P T Usha, who is also a nominated member of the Rajya Sabha, on Tuesday offered her unequivocal support to the National Sports Governance Bill, saying that it will end decades of "stagnant status quo" to usher in "transparency, and accountability" in country's sports administration. During the discussion on the bill, that was passed by Lok Sabha on Monday, Usha lauded its provisions including the setting up of a National Sports Board (NSB), which will have overriding powers to recognise sports federations (NSFs). Affiliation to the NSB would be mandatory for access to central funds. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The bill also proposes the National Sports Tribunal to deal with sports disputes and the National Sports Election Panel to oversee NSF polls. "Today is a day of immense personal and national significance. I have long awaited this moment," Usha, who sat alongside another nominated member Sudha Murthy, said in her address to the House. She had opposed the bill last year, describing it as government interference and warned that India might end up copping a ban from the International Olympic Committee. However, she has since revised her views after extensive consultations with Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Private AI language tutors? Now possible Talkpal AI Learn More Undo "Let me take you back to 1984, I was just 20 when I missed an Olympic medal in Los Angeles. That day my heart broke... there was no comprehensive sports law to support the dreams that we carried in our hearts. "Since then four decades passed, there was nothing done to address the stagnant status the hope has transformed into action and legislation. It is a visionary and long overdue bill," she said. "This bill will usher in transparency, accountability, and gender parity. It will empower athletes and build confidence among sponsors and federations. It is about justice and fair-play," she added. Usha said the bill's thrust on creating a structured administrative set-up will be helpful for India's 2036 Olympics bid. "This legislation comes at a time when India is dreaming big, dreaming for its rightful share in global sporting fraternity by hosting the 2036 Olympics. For Bharat, it is not just a bill, it is a clarion call for action," she said. "This bill is a critical pillar of a grand vision. Let us see this as a moral promise, a promise that athletes will no longer be let down by an apathetic system. As someone who ran bare foot on clay tracks...I can say that this bill will change lives," she said. She also backed the National Anti-Doping (Amendment) bill which reasserts National Anti-Doping Agency's operation independence, while setting up a National Anti-Doping Board to advise on procedural issues. "It is through such effective legislation that we can bring a new culture of clean sports. This bill will illuminate the athletes' path with clarity," Usha said. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
