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Who is Bahadur Singh Sagoo, the new Athletics Federation of India president

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) appointed its new president on Tuesday at its Annual General Meeting in Chandigarh, as the baton changed hands between the outgoing chief, Adille Sumariwalla, and Sagoo -- the 2002 Asian Games gold medallist in shot-put.

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Bahadur Singh Sagoo elected new president of Athletics Federation of India

The Athletics Federation of India's (AFI) leadership exchanged hands on Tuesday, with the former Asian Games shot-put gold medallist Bahadur Singh Sagoo replacing Adille Sumariwalla as president.

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Federation heads want govt to ensure sports bill doesn’t infringe upon autonomy

NEW DELHI: The establishment of the Sports Regulatory Board (SRB) under the proposed National Sports Governance Bill 2024 has been seen by several national federations as an “infringement” on their autonomy by the govt. The federation officials believe that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) might see it as a direct…

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'Neeraj Chopra is a champion, fought like a tiger': AFI President Adille Sumariwalla

NEW DELHI: Adille Sumariwalla, the president of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), praised Neeraj Chopra's valiant effort in securing the silver medal at the ongoing Paris Olympics. Sumariwalla described Neeraj's performance as fighting "like a tiger" to achieve this remarkable feat.

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Neeraj Chopra lives in the moment and is remarkably consistent: AFI chief Sumariwalla

NEW DELHI: Neeraj Chopra, the Olympic gold medallist, possesses a unique ability to remain focused on the present and maintain an exceptional level of consistency in his javelin throws, according to Adille Sumariwalla, the Athletics Federation of India chief. These qualities distinguish him from other top javelin throwers worldwide.

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AFI announces equal penalties for coaches and athletes for failed dope tests

NEW DELHI: In a bold move aimed at upholding integrity in athletics, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has introduced a groundbreaking policy holding coaches accountable for the failed dope tests of their athletes.

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AFI to penalise coaches for athletes’ doping offence

AFI takes action against coaches of doping athletes, suspending them and improving technical conduct of meets.

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India can win two athletics medals in Paris Olympics, including one from Neeraj Chopra: AFI president

NEW DELHI: The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) president Adille Sumariwalla on Tuesday expressed optimism about the country's prospects in track and field events at the upcoming Paris Olympics.

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India can surpass Tokyo Olympics medal tally in athletics at Paris Games: AFI president

NEW DELHI: The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) president Adille Sumariwalla on Tuesday expressed optimism about the country's prospects in track and field events at the upcoming Paris Olympics.

The Times of India

Nagpur's 45-year Wait Ends: Maharashtra's senior state athletics meet from June 1-3

NAGPUR: After a long gap of 45 years, the city will host the Senior State Athletics Championship.

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AFI disaffiliates 16 districts for skipping inter-district Nationals

AFI disaffiliates 16 district associations for skipping National inter-district junior athletics meet, new associations to be formed.

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AFI conducting frequent raids at National camps, says Adille Sumariwalla

Indian athletics faces doping crisis ahead of Olympics, with top athletes suspended and tough measures implemented for clean sport.

The Hindu

TOISA: Celebration of Indian sporting triumphs

UP CM Yogi Adityanath to felicitate sportspersons for bringing glory to the country

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Meet the TOISA 2023 Jury

NEW DELHI: Celebrating and rewarding the success stories written by Indian sportspersons last year, the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) returns for its sixth edition on February 23, when the players and performances selected by the TOISA 2023 Jury will be awarded at a gala ceremony in the heart…

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TOISA 2023: Equestrians in the running for the trophy

NEW DELHI: India's biggest and brightest sporting stars will be under one roof at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023 which will be held in Lucknow on February 23, 2024.

The Times of India

TOISA 2023: Equestrian riders in the running for the trophy

NEW DELHI: India's biggest and brightest sporting stars will be under one roof at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023 which will be held in Lucknow on February 23, 2024.

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TOISA 2023 Nominees: Para Judokas, powerlifters, paddlers and canoers in the fray for top honours

NEW DELHI: India's biggest and brightest sporting stars will be under one roof at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023 which will be held in Lucknow on February 23, 2024.

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TOISA 2023 Nominees: Rowers in the fray for top honours

NEW DELHI: India's biggest and brightest sporting stars will be under one roof at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023 which will be held in Lucknow on February 23, 2024.

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TOISA 2023: Hockey stars nominated for the award

NEW DELHI: India's biggest and brightest sporting stars will be under one roof at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2023 which will be held in Lucknow on February 23, 2024.

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‘Women’s relay slowly coming back’: Athletics Federation of India President Adille Sumariwalla

In we look around, we will get more and more quality athletes to run the relay, says Adille Sumariwalla

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‘You have to take the bull by its horns’, says Sumariwalla on tackling the doping problem

Athletes evading dope tests, NADA taking suo moto action, AFI increasing tests to 1500, 10% of athletes getting caught, Sumariwalla fighting to take the bull by its horns: Indian athletics looks promising yet has a dark side.

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Neeraj Chopra has powerful influence in helping us grow athletics: Sebastian Coe

Track field stronger now than in Bolt era, says World Athletics chief

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India yet to make formal bid for hosting World Athletics Championships in 2027

Athletics Federation of India needs "couple of days" to decide on formal bid for 2027 World Athletics Championships; WA president and IOC member Sebastian Coe wants India to host global events; AIU has made environment more conducive for athletes; Coe backs IOC's decision to ban ROC; AIU helps athletes, coaches…

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Neeraj Chopra sees two Indian javelin throwers in the 90m club in the future soon

Neeraj and Kishore Kumar Jena could join 90m club; AFI president Adille Sumariwalla says Indian athletes performed well at World Championships; India won 29 medals, incl. 6 golds, at Asian Games; Sumariwalla says team could have won more golds.

The Times of India

Two Indians javelin throwers will join 90m club in future: Neeraj Chopra

NEW DELHI: Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra believes the day is not too far when two Indians javelin throwers will join the elite 90m club following his stirring duel with compatriot Kishore Jena at the Hangzhou Asian Games.

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