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United News of India
08-07-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
SAM signs MoU with NRAI to promote shooting sports in Meghalaya
Shillong, July 8 (UNI) The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), the apex body of shooting sports in India, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shooting Association of Meghalaya (SAM) and Department of Sports and Youth Affairs of the Government of Meghalaya for developing world-class shooting infrastructure in the State. The tripartite agreement was signed between Secretary General of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), K. Sultan Singh, President of SAM John F. Kharshiing presence of Chief Minister Conrad Sangma and NRAI President Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo. 'This tripartite agreement aims to establish a structured roadmap for developing world-class shooting infrastructure in Meghalaya, implementing coaching and training programs, and identifying and nurturing young talent from grassroots to elite levels. It also reflects a broader commitment to integrating Meghalaya into the national and international shooting sports ecosystem,' an official said. Welcoming the initiative, Chief Minister Sangma said, 'This collaboration marks a new chapter in the sporting history of Meghalaya. We are proud to partner with NRAI in building a robust ecosystem that empowers our youth to dream big in shooting sports.' Lauding the forward-thinking approach of the Meghalaya government, NRAI President said, 'The Northeast has always had immense sporting potential. This partnership will lay the foundation for Meghalaya to become a shooting powerhouse in the years to come.' As per the MOU, Deo said, 'NRAI will host one open india championship annually which would be a huge boost to the economy of Meghalaya as over 4000 athletes would come for the one month of Championships at their own cost" The MoU outlines joint responsibilities in infrastructure development, technical training, equipment access, and hosting future competitions in the state. It is expected to serve as a model for other states to emulate. The event was attended by Commissioner, Sports and Youth Affairs, Dr. Vijay Kumar D, Assistant Director, DSYA, P.B. War Nongbri and senior government officials. UNI RRK BM
United News of India
07-07-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
NRAI reveals India squads for upcoming international Shooting competitions
New Delhi, July 07 (UNI). The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), has revealed the India squads for upcoming international competitions, including the senior squad for the 16th Asian Shooting Championship (ASC) Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun, scheduled in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, between Aug 16-30, 2025. The other squads revealed include those for International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol in Ningbo, China, in September (7th-15th) and the junior India squads for the 16th ASC as well as for the ISSF Junior World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun, scheduled in New Delhi between Sep 24-Oct 02, 2025. The 16th ASC senior squad comprises 35 members for the 15 events including three mixed team competitions. Double Olympic bronze medalist Manu Bhaker, yet again being the only shooter to have made it to two individual events- the women's 10m air pistol and the women's 25m pistol. Prominent names to have made it back to the senior squad include former men's air rifle world champion Rudrankksh Patil and Olympians Anjum Moudgil (women's 50m rifle 3 positions), Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar (men's 50m rifle 3 positions), Saurabh Chaudhary (men's 10m air pistol) and Kynan Chenai (men's Trap). The likes of Esha Singh, Mehuli Ghosh and Kiran Ankush Jadhav find themselves in both the senior squads, albeit shooting different events. Olympic bronze medalist Swapnil Kusale and former Asian Games champion and Olympian Rahi Sarnobat, also make it to the Ningbo squad. Olympian Raiza Dhillon is the only difference in the two 36-member junior squads announced. She makes the Delhi World Cup junior women's skeet team in place of Mansi Raghuvanshi, who is in the junior ASC team where Raiza competes in the seniors. UNI RKM
Hans India
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Manu Bhaker spearheads India's squad for Asian Shooting Championship
New Delhi: National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has revealed the Indian squads for upcoming international competitions, including the senior squad for the 16th Asian Shooting Championship (ASC) Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun, scheduled in Shymkent, Kazakhstan between August 16 to 30. The other squads revealed include those for the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol in Ningbo, China, between September 7 to 17 and the junior India squads for the 16th ASC as well as for the ISSF Junior World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun, scheduled in New Delhi between September 24 to October 2. The ASC senior squad comprises 35 members for the 15 events, including three mixed team competitions. Double Olympic bronze medallist Manu Bhaker, yet again is the only shooter to have made it to two individual events. She will compete in the women's 10m air pistol and the women's 25m pistol events. Prominent names to have made it back to the senior squad include former men's air rifle world champion Rudrankksh Patil and Olympians Anjum Moudgil (women's 50m rifle 3 positions), Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar (men's 50m rifle 3 positions), Saurabh Chaudhary (men's 10m air pistol) and Kynan Chenai (men's Trap). The likes of Esha Singh, Mehuli Ghosh and Kiran Ankush Jadhav find themselves in both the senior squads, albeit shooting different events. Olympic bronze medalist Swapnil Kusale and former Asian Games champion and Olympian Rahi Sarnobat, also make it to the Ningbo squad. Olympian Raiza Dhillon is the only difference in the two 36-member junior squads announced. She makes the Delhi World Cup junior women's skeet team in place of Mansi Raghuvanshi, who is in the junior ASC team where Raiza competes in the seniors. Currently, Indian shooter are participating in World Cup Shotgun in Lonato, Italy, where Mairaj Ahmad Khan and Ganemat Sekhon, got themselves into good positions on day one of competition on Sunday.
The Print
03-07-2025
- Sport
- The Print
Shotgun shooters set to compete in Lonato World Cup
Angad Bajwa, Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Mairaj Ahmad Khan will compete in men's skeet, while in the women's category Olympians Maheshwari Chauhan and Raiza Dhillon along with Ganemat Sekhon will be seen in action. After a practice day on Saturday, the skeet shooters will be the first to take aim when the qualifying rounds in the men's and women's sections are held, with the finals scheduled for Tuesday. New Delhi, Jul 3 (PTI) An experienced bunch of shooters, comprising the likes of Olympian Angad Vir Singh Bajwa, Lakshay Sheoran and Mairaj Ahmed Khan, will compete in the ISSF Shotgun World Cup commencing in Lonato, Italy, from Sunday. Former Asian Games silver medallist Lakshay Sheoran will lead India's challenge in men's trap alongside Jaswinder Singh and Zoravar Sandhu. In women's trap, Neeru, Preeti Rajak and Pragati Dubey will represent the country. In mixed team trap, Lakshay will pair with Neeru, while Sandhu will team up with Preeti. 'The squad has settled down and is training in right earnest,' said coach Vikram Chopra in a National Rifle Association of India release. 'This will be the last World Cup stage before the World Championships in Athens and it is important that things start falling into place at the right time,' he added. As many as 551 athletes from 73 nations will compete in the event here. Indian squad: Skeet (Men): Angad Vir Singh Bajwa, Anantjeet Singh Naruka, Mairaj Ahmed Khan. (Women) Maheshwari Chauhan, Raiza Dhillon, Ganemat Sekhon. Trap (Men): Lakshay Sheoran, Jaswinder Singh, Zoravar Singh Sandhu. (Women) Neeru Dhanda, Preeti Rajak Pragati Dubey. Trap Mixed Team: Lakshay Sheoran & Neeru Dhanda and Zoravar Sandhu & Preeti Rajak. PTI AM AM UNG This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
India Gazette
02-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Top shooters back in India reckoning post Dehradun Rifle/Pistol trials
New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Olympians Anjum Moudgil (also world championship silver medalist) and Saurabh Chaudhary and world championship bronze medalist Mehuli Ghosh, are back in reckoning for team India spots after the conclusion of the National Selection Trials 3 and 4 for Rifle and Pistol shooters, at the Trishul Shooting Range in Dehradun. The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has released the full domestic rankings list for Group A (eligible for India selection) shooters on their website, after the final match was played out on Monday (June 30, 2025), as per a press release from the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI). Double Olympian Anjum, one of India's finest woman rifle shooters ever, missed out on the first half of the international season comprising three World Cup stages, but is back in reckoning in women's 50m rifle 3 positions (3P), having displaced fellow Paris Olympian Shriyanka Sadangi in the top three. World record holder Sift Kaur Samra remains the top-ranked 3P women's shooter in India with an average of 593.38, followed by Ashi Chouksey (592.25) and Anjum (591.68). Sriyanka (589.90), Mehuli (588.58), and Surabhi Bharadwaj Rapole (588.08) complete the top six of this highly competitive field. Former Asian Games and Youth Olympics champion Saurabh Chaudhary is back as India number one in the men's 10m air pistol with a top-ranked average of 583.93, followed by Aditya Malra (582.75) and Anmol Jain (582.33). Amit Sharma (582), Nishant Rawat (582), and Samrat Rana (581.45) took fourth, fifth and sixth ranks respectively. Among the rifle shooters, Asian Championship 2024 gold medalist Mehuli Ghosh returns to the No. 1 spot in the domestic rankings of 10m Air Rifle Women with an average of 633.65, followed closely by Elavenil Valarivan (633.28) and Ananya Naidu (632.83). Rising names Arya Rajesh Borse (632.25), Ramita (632.05), and Sonam Uttam Maskar (631.60) also feature in the top six rankings. In the 10m Air Pistol Women, Suruchi continues to dominate the national circuit. With an average score of 588.25, she sits firmly at the top, enjoying a nearly 10-point lead over her nearest competitor, Palak (578.38). Paris Olympic double bronze medalist Manu Bhaker and Surbhi Rao both average 578, with Surbhi taking fourth due to a lower drop score. Rhythm Sangwan (577.88) and Esha Singh (577.83) follow closely at fifth and sixth, respectively. World number two Manu, who skipped T3 and T4 rounds, continues to lead the 25m Sports Pistol Women India rankings with an average score of 588.65. Simranpreet Kaur Brar (583.75), Esha Singh (583.50), Rahi Sarnobat (582.28), Abhidnya Patil (580.43), and Divya T.S. (580.38) round up the top six. Anish Bhanwala, fresh off wins in Trials 3 and 4, holds on to the number one spot in 25m Rapid Fire Pistol Men with an average of 581.25. He is followed by Neeraj Kumar (578.75) and Adarsh Singh (578.55). The next three spots are held by Bhavesh Shekhawat (576.63), Pradeep Singh Shekhawat (576.30), and Mandeep Singh (576.00). In 10m Air Rifle Men (ARM), reigning Asian champion Rudrankksh Patil sits on top of the ranking with an average score of 633.98, just 0.58 ahead of Arjun Babuta (633.40). Kiran Jadhav with average score of 632.35 tops Umamahesh Maddineni by 0.12 to take the third rank. Divyansh Singh Panwar (632) and Niraj Kumar (631.75 complete the high-performing top six in ARM after Selection Trials 3&4 for Group 'A' shooters. Veteran Chain Singh retains the top spot in 3P event for men with an average score of 592.63, Olympian Akhil Sheoran, with an average score of 591.3,5 is just 0.02 ahead of third place Aishwary Pratap Singh. Niraj Kumar (591.25), Paris Olympic Bronze medalist Swapnil Kushale (589.15), and Army Marksmanship Unit's Babu Singh (587.05) complete the top six. In shotgun, 2024 Asian Championships gold medalist Ganemat Sekhon leads the Skeet Women rankings with an average of 116.33, followed by Raiza Dhillon (116.00) and Maheshwari Chauhan (115.00). Yashasvi Rathore (112.67), Parinaaz Dhaliwal (111.33), and Darshna Rathore (109.67) complete the top six. Abhay Singh Sekhon stands at the top in Skeet Men with an average of 121.33, maintaining a consistent performance. He is followed closely by Bhavtegh Singh Gill (119.33), Olympian Anantjeet Singh Naruka (119.00), Parampal Singh Guron (118.00), and Mairaj Ahmad Khan (118.00), who are tied in the fourth and fifth ranks respectively. Sukhbir Singh Harika (117.33) is sixth. Neeru from Madhya Pradesh dominates the Trap Women rankings with an average of 117.00, trailing by Aashima Ahlawat (116.00) and Preeti Rajak (114.00). Manisha Keer (113.67), Pragati Dubey (113.33), and Kirti Gupta (112.67) complete the top six. In Trap Men, Olympian Lakshay Sheoran leads the chart with a stellar average of 121.33, followed by Kynan Chenai (120.33) and Bhowneesh Mendiratta (120.00). R. Prithviraj Tondaiman is ranked fourth (119.00), while Arjun (118.67) and Zoravar Singh Sandhu (118.00) secure the fifth and sixth ranks. (ANI)
