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Hans India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
'Why PM Modi was not there in our era', Olympic medalist Malleswari shares what changed after 2014
New Delhi: India's first female Olympic medalist, Karnam Malleswari, was left ecstatic and overjoyed when Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a visit to her sports academy in Haryana's Yamunanagar, and conveyed his best wishes and support in the grooming of aspiring sportspersons at her training institute. Malleswari, the country's weightlifting icon, on Tuesday shared an instance of the changing dynamics and support apparatus for various sports after 2014, when Narendra Modi became Prime Minister, and also went to rue as to why the sportsmen of her era didn't have the support of a warm and affable leader like him. In a video shared by Modi Story, a popular social media handle on X, Karnam Malleswari recounts how her request to PM Modi was immediately acknowledged and responded to. She also explains how PM Modi's encouraging words pump up the sportsmen and also how his comforting words mean a lot to them in troubled times. "Before 2014, athletes chased their dreams in silence - training hard, winning medals, yet receiving little support. Today, PM Modi not only sees their struggles - he stands by them, supports them, and celebrates their spirit," the Modi Story wrote on X. Sharing her story, Malleswari said, "I wrote a letter to PM Modi, seeking his visit to my Sports Academy in Yamunangar. But I was doubtful about it, given his busy schedule. One Sunday, I received a call from the Prime Minister's Office and was told that my letter had been acknowledged and that he would be meeting me very soon." "The day I met PM Modi was very special. He not only reassured us of all support but also made us feel comfortable. He touched my forehead and gave us all his blessings," she said, recounting the last month's event. She further said that before 2014, the sporting fraternity had to struggle a lot, but now the focus on games and sports has seen a 360-degree change. "PM Modi himself takes the lead, meets sportspersons and pats their back and even consoles them in difficult times. This makes me feel as to -- why there was no leader like PM Modi during our era," she said in the video. Karnam, a two-time world champion and a two-time Asian Games silver medal winner, holds the distinguished honour of being the first woman from India to win a medal at the Olympics. She bagged the bronze medal at the Sydney 2000 Olympics. She has been conferred with numerous prestigious awards by the Indian government, including the Arjuna Award (1994), Khel Ratna (1999) and the Padma Shri (1999).
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Umred's Harshal, training in Pune, lifts 800m Khelo India gold
Nagpur: Umred's Harshal Joge led Maharashtra's impressive medal haul with a gold in the 800 metres race in the athletics competition of the 7th Khelo India Youth Games , which concluded at the Patliputra Sports Complex in Patna, Bihar, on the first time in Khelo India's history, Maharashtra made a historic achievement by winning a total of 15 medals—10 gold, 3 silver, and 2 bronze. In the boys' 800m race , Harshal secured Maharashtra's maiden gold medal when he clocked 1 minute 53.99 seconds to register a triumph.A member of Om Sai Sporting Club, Harshal is a native of Umred and represents Nagpur district in state-level competitions. Harshal, who trains at Pune's Sports Academy achieved this golden success under the guidance of Arvind Chavan. In the final race, Harshal prevailed over Uttar Pradesh's Gyan Singh Yadav with a comfortable margin of 90 seconds. Yadav won the silver medal with a timing of 1:54.90 seconds, while Uttarakhand's Suraj Singh claimed the bronze with 1:56.70 Harshal brought home a yellow metal, it was a marginal miss for Nagpur's prodigious middle-distance runner Kashish Bhagat. In the girls' 4x400 metres relay race, Kashish and her teammates Shreshta Shetty, Bhoomika Nehase, and Mansi Deherekar missed the gold medal by just one second. In a photo finish, the Maharashtra quartet had to be content with the silver medal with a timing of 3 minutes 49.44 seconds. Haryana's team claimed the gold when they clocked 3:48.44 seconds, while Tamil Nadu secured the bronze medal with a timing of 3:51.55 seconds.
Muscat Daily
11-05-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Indian Schools Oman announce bold education overhaul
AI, Financial Literacy and Sports Academy part of visionary new agenda Muscat – In a major announcement on May 10, 2025, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Indian Schools Oman, Syed Ahmad Salman, unveiled sweeping reforms aimed at future-proofing the Indian education system in the Sultanate. Key highlights include the immediate rollout of a Financial Literacy programme from Class 5 across all schools, and the introduction of an Artificial Intelligence curriculum post-summer break. The AI initiative will equip students with early exposure to machine learning, ethical tech use and digital fluency. 'Incorporating AI marks a milestone in preparing our students for the world ahead,' said Salman, adding that the curriculum would nurture innovation and critical thinking. Infrastructure upgrades are also underway in Muscat, Darsait, Seeb, Sur and Salalah, with new schools being considered for Barka and Sinaw to meet rising demand. A professional development plan for teachers is in progress, following a Training Needs Assessment survey across the network. In a first, the Board has approved the creation of a dedicated Sports Academy to guide talented students towards professional careers in sport. 'Our vision is holistic,' Salman emphasised. 'We aim to raise global citizens—curious, capable, and confident.' He urged parents and stakeholders to support the transformation journey.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
SDC launches sports academy
Spring Dale College launched Sports Academy at its Kanpur Road branch on Monday. The academy is designed for both students and outsiders aged 9-18 years, offering a platform for skill development and sports training . The event also saw unveiling of new Sports Academy jersey and logo. Former Indian volleyball captain Ranveer Singh, said, "Sports teach us teamwork. It's great to see young athletes being given the chance to grow and shine."
