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Time of India
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Two forest dept officers redefine endurance with ‘Ironman' titles
1 2 3 4 5 6 'Triumphing over icy waters, strong wind & exhaustion' When deputy conservator of forests (wildlife) Tushar Chavan crossed the finish line at the 'Ironman' triathlon on July 2, 2023, he forever etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian forest service officer to earn the coveted title, conquering the challenging 226km course in Kazakhstan. Regarded as one of the world's most demanding single-day sporting events, the Ironman triathlon is a gruelling test of endurance. It comprises a 3.8km swim, 180.2km cycle ride and 42.2km marathon, all to be completed within 17 hours. At the Kazakhstan leg of the event, Chavan battled icy waters, kicks and jostling from fellow contestants that disrupted his breathing pattern and stability. He, however, overcame all the odds and successfully finished the segment in 1 hour and 54 minutes. The cycling leg proved just as taxing, with strong winds slowing him down. But he persevered, completing the segment in 7 hours and 23 minutes. He then tackled the marathon, pushing through exhaustion and stiff legs to finish in 6 hours and 29 minutes, wrapping up the triathlon in under 15 hours. The training, regarded as more demanding than the actual event, was not a problem for Chavan — a dedicated sportsperson. The 45-year-old seized every opportunity to train, incorporating cycling trips to Bhigwan and Bhimashankar sanctuary into his work outings and logging at least 2 hours of swimming in nearby dams every day. His weekend training started as early as 3am, with only one rest day a week. After rigorous training for over seven months to a year, Chavan competed in the Bergman race in Kolhapur for the half-Ironman title, which gave him the confidence to pursue the final event. H e did not accomplish it alone, but under the guidance of renowned Ironman coach Satish Nalaware; also alongside Chavan at every step was his wife, Sayali. Both supporters showed immense faith in Chavan, he highlighted proudly. "Sayali supported me through it all, standing at the finish line waiting for me," he said. It was not an easy journey, he said. The diet, discipline and physical strain were harsh on him. "This pushed my boundaries, both physically and mentally. As an officer, you are cushioned by the system. The training broke those barriers for me. Representing my country at the event was an exhilarating experience. It taught me to overcome all odds in my life," he told TOI. Chavan now eyes his next Ironman event. 'Builds mental toughness, makes us better officers' Finishing the Baramati full marathon in Dec 2023 marked a turning point for Mayur Bothe, assistant conservator of forests in Pune. This success fuelled his momentum, enabling him to overcome the challenging Ironman Triathlon in Busselton, Western Australia, which he completed in 13 hours and 22 minutes in Dec 2024. Bothe's journey began in June 2023 when his friend and colleague, Deepak Pawar, recognised his potential and encouraged him to pursue it. This sparked a series of challenging runs, including a 21km uphill run at Sinhagad Fort on Aug 13 the same year, followed by the Baramati full marathon. "That's when I decided, I will earn the (Ironman) title," the 35-year-old said. Bothe's training journey was marked by immense dedication, with as little as 2-3 hours of sleep. Despite facing setbacks, including an injury after the Goa Half Ironman and visa issues that threatened his participation, he persevered. While his training group of 13 dwindled because of the challenges, Bothe remained committed to his goal. "I used to throw up during swims. I had no idea how I'd survive the real contest," the forest official told TOI. Bothe's visa to Australia was delayed, almost derailing his participation in the event. However, it arrived eight days before the Ironman triathlon, allowing him to proceed. On the day of the Ironman Triathlon, strong coastal winds threatened to demoralize Bothe. However, he drew inspiration from the support of his loved ones, particularly his wife Kajal. "She cared for our one-year-old alone while I pursued my dream. This thought motivated me to push forward," he said. Bothe recalled the 'exceptional' feeling after he crossed the finish line at the Ironman event. "It sounds crazy, but when you have the right people to push you ahead, you can achieve anything in life, even at 60 years of age. Physical endurance builds mental toughness and that makes us better officers too," he said. He's now training for the Comrades Marathon, an 89-km uphill run held in South Africa.
Pink Villa
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Udne Ki Aasha Upcoming Twist: Sachin gets inspired by Kartik Aaryan's Rooh Baba from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Watch
Udne Ki Aasha is one of the top-rated and most captivating shows that has kept audiences hooked. Its engaging storyline resonates with viewers, ensuring that fans' attention remains. Recently, it was revealed that Renuka gives Sayali's jewellery to Tejas, as he needed money; instead of using the jewellery as collateral, Tejas sells it. To make them confess, Sachin decides to transform into Rooh Baba, Kartik Aaryan's character from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Star Plus uploaded a new promo of Udne Ki Aasha on their official social media page. In this promo, Renuka appears frightened as she sees a chair swinging on its own. She yells, prompting all the family members to gather, looking terrified. Amidst this scenario, Sachin enters dressed as Rooh Baba, Kartik Aaryan's character from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, and sets out to find a solution. Sachin aims to uncover the culprit who stole Sayali's jewellery using black magic. This sight terrifies Renuka and Tejas. The caption of this promo read, "Baba Sachin aaye hain chor ko pakadne…Ghar mein mach gaya hai hungama! Kya asli chor hoga be-naqaab?" Watch a glimpse of the upcoming twist in Udne Ki Aasha here- For the uninformed, in the recent episode, it was seen that Sayali and Sachin get worried as they learn that the gold jewellery is not real. However, they decide to hide it from the family as they are busy celebrating their grandmother's birthday. However, because of Riya's mother, the truth is somehow exposed. After which, Renuka tries to blame Sayali for losing gold jewellery. But all believe that Sayali is not responsible for the gold jewellery getting lost. In order to clear this confusion, Sayali and Sachi pledge to get back the jewellery and have doubts about Renuka and Tejas. Udne Ki Aasha stars Neha Harsora and Kanwar Dhillon in lead roles. The show has been continuously ranking in the top spot on the TRP chart for weeks now. Apart from them, the show also stars Sanjay Narvekar, Radhika Vidyasagar, Puru Chibber and more in pivotal roles.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Sambhajinagar boy sets record as fastest to recite squares of numbers up to 200
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Saarth Gandhi , a student from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar , entered the Asia Book of Records and the India Book of Records for being the fastest to recite the squares of numbers from 1 to 200. The Class VI student set the record in six minutes and 54 seconds. While the feat was officially performed on March 31, the aforesaid organisations awarded certificates of recognition to the boy on April 23. Saarth said he entered the record books due to constant support and encouragement from his parents, Siddharth and Dr Sayali, along with mentor Anand Mahajan. "I had the habit of memorising tables, squares, flashcards, playing cards, and excerpts from books. My parents felt I was exceptional in memorising and encouraged me," he said. Saarth's mother, Sayali, a dentist, said she realised her son has a photographic memory. "Having a background in medical science, I realised that my son was more gifted than others. We kept giving him tasks that he performed effortlessly. Entering the record books is the icing on the cake," she said.
