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United News of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- United News of India
Snehit and Ronit pull off shock wins as seeds tumble
Vadodara, Aug 10 (UNI) The UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships at the SAMA Indoor Stadium witnessed major upsets as No. 2 seed Ankur Bhattacharjee (West Bengal) and No. 3 seed G. Sathiyan (PSPB) crashed out today. No. 7 seed SFR Snehit (IA&AD) overcame Ankur 3-1, while Ronit Bhanja (No. 11) outlasted Sathiyan by the same margin. Top seed and reigning national champion Manush Shah, however, stayed on course with a composed 3-1 victory over No. 8 Akash Pal (Railways). Snehit combined smart game control with timely bursts of aggression, mixing his service variations effectively to keep Ankur on the backfoot despite some engaging long rallies. Ronit, meanwhile, capitalised on Sathiyan's inconsistency, patiently constructing points and exploiting errors. Sathiyan had narrowly scraped through his Round-of-32 clash against P.B. Abhinand earlier, but on this occasion lost his touch in crucial phases, allowing Ronit to pull away. In the women's singles, top seed Diya Chitale (RBI) breezed past No. 8 Krittwika Sinha Roy (PSPB) 3-0 to set up a semifinal against Anusha Kutumbale (Railways), who battled past No. 4 Sutirtha Mukherjee 3-2. No. 3 seed Swastika Ghosh (Maharashtra) swept qualifier Prithoki Chakraborty (FCI) off her feet with a 3-0 triumph, while second seed Yashaswini Ghorpade was pushed to the distance before edging qualifier Divyanshi Bhowmick 3-2. The men's pre-quarterfinals featured two gripping contests, while the rest went as expected, with the winners firmly in control. The clashes between Payas and Sudhanshu Grover, and Sathiyan and P.B. Abhinand both went the distance before Payas and Sathiyan booked their quarterfinal berths. After Payas drew level in the fourth game, he raced through the decider, leaving Sudhanshu struggling to keep up in a match filled with engaging rallies. For Abhinand, it was a near-miss—he failed toforce a deuce in the deciding game despite having an even chance, handing Sathiyan a lifeline and a place in the last eight. In the women's pre-quarterfinals, all but three matches followed predictable scripts. Krittwika, Swastika, and Prithoki overcame early lapses to secure their spots in the quarters, while the rest advanced without fuss. Unlike Krittwika's close battle with Jennifer Varghese, Swastika and Prithoki showed greater urgency in their final games. Swastika, already 2-0 up, closed out the contest swiftly against Kavya Bhatt, while Prithoki, after seeing Sneha Bhowmick level the score, held her nerve to finish the job. UNI PC GNK
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Chandigarh: Students of Chitkara University shines at international sports stage
Two students of Chitkara University secured podium finishes on the international sports stage. Payas Jain, a first-year MBA student, secured the silver medal in Men's Doubles at the WTT Contender Buenos Aires in Argentina. Competing against top international talent, Payas showcased exceptional skill and determination, reinforcing his position as one of India's rising stars in table tennis. Devika Sihag (HT Photo) At the same time, Devika Sihag, a third-year BBA student at Chitkara Business School, made history by winning India's first-ever bronze medal in Mixed Team Badminton at the World University Games 2025 held in Germany. The university said that Sihag's achievement marks a landmark moment for Indian university sports and highlights her consistent focus and discipline on the court. 'These outstanding performances underline Chitkara University's strong support system for students who strive for excellence beyond academics. The university offers world-class infrastructure, expert mentorship, and an environment that empowers students to pursue their dreams with confidence,' said Madhu Chitkara, pro-chancellor of the university. 'We are immensely proud of both Payas and Devika. Their achievements speak volumes about their dedication and hard work, and also reflect the university's belief in creating opportunities for students to excel in every field,' she added.
The Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- The Wire
Global Podium Finish: Chitkara University Celebrates International Medals in Sports
Chandigarh, India (NewsVoir) Chitkara University celebrates a proud and historic moment as two of its students secure podium finishes on the international sports stage, bringing national recognition and glory to the institution. Payas Jain, a first-year MBA student, secured the Silver Medal in Men's Doubles at the prestigious WTT Contender Buenos Aires in Argentina. Competing against top international talent, Payas showcased exceptional skill and determination, reinforcing his position as one of India's rising stars in table tennis. At the same time, Devika Sihag, a third-year BBA student at Chitkara Business School, made history by winning India's first-ever Bronze Medal in Mixed Team Badminton at the World University Games 2025 held in Germany. Her achievement marks a landmark moment for Indian university sports and highlights her consistent focus and discipline on the court. These outstanding performances underline Chitkara University's strong support system for students who strive for excellence beyond academics. The University offers world-class infrastructure, expert mentorship, and an environment that empowers students to pursue their dreams with confidence. 'We are immensely proud of both Payas and Devika. Their achievements speak volumes about their dedication and hard work, and also reflect the University's belief in creating opportunities for students to excel in every field,' said Dr Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University. These international victories are not just medals. They are powerful reminders of what young talent can achieve with the right encouragement, discipline, and belief. Chitkara University remains committed to supporting its students in every pursuit, whether academic, athletic, or personal. About Chitkara University Chitkara University, a leading private university in India, is recognised for its focus on practical, industry-aligned education. Offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, the university is known for its cutting-edge research, innovation, and strong industry partnerships, aiming to produce graduates well-prepared to meet the challenges of the global marketplace. For more information log in to university website: (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Newsvoir and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
Fashion Value Chain
4 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Global Podium Finish: Chitkara University Celebrates International Medals in Sports
Chitkara University celebrates a proud and historic moment as two of its students secure podium finishes on the international sports stage, bringing national recognition and glory to the institution. Chitkara University students shine globally with proud podium finishes, bringing glory to the nation Payas Jain, a first-year MBA student, secured the Silver Medal in Men's Doubles at the prestigious WTT Contender Buenos Aires in Argentina. Competing against top international talent, Payas showcased exceptional skill and determination, reinforcing his position as one of India's rising stars in table tennis. At the same time, Devika Sihag, a third-year BBA student at Chitkara Business School, made history by winning India's first-ever Bronze Medal in Mixed Team Badminton at the World University Games 2025 held in Germany. Her achievement marks a landmark moment for Indian university sports and highlights her consistent focus and discipline on the court. These outstanding performances underline Chitkara University's strong support system for students who strive for excellence beyond academics. The University offers world-class infrastructure, expert mentorship, and an environment that empowers students to pursue their dreams with confidence. 'We are immensely proud of both Payas and Devika. Their achievements speak volumes about their dedication and hard work, and also reflect the University's belief in creating opportunities for students to excel in every field,' said Dr Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University. These international victories are not just medals. They are powerful reminders of what young talent can achieve with the right encouragement, discipline, and belief. Chitkara University remains committed to supporting its students in every pursuit, whether academic, athletic, or personal. About Chitkara University Chitkara University, a leading private university in India, is recognised for its focus on practical, industry-aligned education. Offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, the university is known for its cutting-edge research, innovation, and strong industry partnerships, aiming to produce graduates well-prepared to meet the challenges of the global marketplace. For more information log in to university website:
