Tag: Paralympics 2024

India’s history-making Paralympians touch down in Delhi to rousing welcome

On Saturday morning, half of the Indian contingent made their return home after taking part in the Paris Paralympics.

September 7, 2024

Paris Paralympics: Hokato Sema secures bronze for India in men’s F57 shot put final

However, another Indian, Soman Rana, managed the best throw of 14.07 and finished outside the podium spots at fifth.

September 7, 2024

President Murmu, PM Modi congratulate Harvinder Singh following his historic gold in men’s archery at Paris Paralympics

President Murmu took to X and congratulated the 33-year-old for his splendid performance in the final under tremendous pressure.

September 5, 2024

Paris Paralympics: With five medals in a day, India surpasses Tokyo edition’s record of 19 medals

In the Tokyo edition (August 24 - September 5, 2021), India recored its best ever medal haul with a tally of 19, including five gold, eight silver and six bronze.

September 4, 2024

“Will dedicate this medal to my father:” Indian para-shuttler Thulasimathi Murugesan after winning silver at Paris Paralympics

She bagged the silver medal in the women's singles SU5 category after losing the match to China's Yang Qiu Xia 21-17, 21-10 .

September 4, 2024

“Very happy with our contingent”: PCI President Devendra Jhajharia on India’s performance at Paris Paralympics

India have clinched 15 medals in the ongoing marquee event so far. Let's take a look at the medal winners from India.

September 4, 2024

Paris Paralympics: Double podium finish for India as Sharad, Mariyappan bag silver and bronze

With a leap of 1.88m, Sharad got his hands on a silver medal while his compatriot, Mariyappan, settled for the bronze medal with a leap of 1.85m.

September 4, 2024

PM Modi lauds Paris Paralympic athletes following their brilliant performaces

After the day's programmes in Brunei's Darussalam on Tuesday, PM Modi called our Paralympic champions and congratulated them.

September 4, 2024

Paris Paralympics: Sumit, Bhagyashri lead India to vibrant welcome in opening ceremony

The Indian athletes, with high expectations resting on their shoulders, are poised to showcase their skills on the global stage.

August 29, 2024

Over 20 Indian Paralympics 2024 athletes leave for Paris; accessibility support, government schemes, consistent performances bring optimism

Some of the athletes and PCI officials interacted with ANI and talked about the expectations from the ongoing competition, the preparation done by athletes, and support for players from various government and private entities.

August 25, 2024