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PT Usha fails to get elected as SOM; Saina Nehwal, Anju Bobby George, Dola Banerjee, Rani Rampal voted in
Saina Nehwal was elected as one of four female Sportspersons of Merit in a recent election. Anju Bobby George, Rani Rampal, and Dola Banerjee also secured their positions as SOMs. PT Usha, the Indian Olympic Association President, received fewer votes and did not win a seat. Controversies emerged during the elections, leading to complaints about conduct and influence.
How Chikitha Taniparthi’s father steered her from karate to archery to Asiad gold
Chikitha Taniparthi made a remarkable Asian Games debut by winning two gold medals in archery. Her journey began when her father encouraged her to pursue sports over karate. After facing numerous challenges, including financial difficulties, she achieved significant milestones in her archery career. With guidance from experienced mentors, she honed her skills and became a world champion.
'I want to': Saina Nehwal expresses ambition to enter electoral politics
Badminton star Saina Nehwal expressed openness to future electoral politics and joining the BJP. She aims to contribute to national development beyond her sports career. Nehwal praised Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand for their bronze medal win. The duo secured a medal after a long wait for Indian women's doubles. Their performance showcased confidence and composure under significant pressure.
ET World Leaders Forum: India is playing it right, but becoming a sporting nation is still a long way off
Indian judoka Asmita Dey, who became the first Indian judoka to win a Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow last month, shared her journey from financial hardship and years of underperformance to the top of her sport at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum.
India will have to be in top of medals tally to be called a sporting nation: Saina Nehwal
Saina Nehwal believes India must rank high in medal tallies to be a true sporting nation. She notes significant progress for women in sports over the past decade. Adequate financial backing and early support are crucial for young athletes across all disciplines. Improved promotion, marketing, and sponsorships are needed to nurture more talent. Better psychological and physical support systems will help produce more champions.
Virat Kohli hails Saina Nehwal for putting Indian badminton on world stage
Indian batting legend Virat Kohli lauded badminton star Saina Nehwal on her retirement. Nehwal confirmed she has ended her illustrious career after over a decade. She achieved historic feats, including an Olympic bronze medal. Kohli wished her a happy retirement, stating India is proud of her contributions to badminton.
Saina Nehwal recreates Akshaye Khanna’s Dhurandhar entry step; her father also joins in; watch video
Badminton star Saina Nehwal recreated Akshaye Khanna's viral entry step from 'Dhurandhar' on the song FA9LA. Her father, a Vinod Khanna fan, joined in, striking poses. Nehwal shared the moment, highlighting the fan connection to both actors.
Is Saina Nehwal back with Parupalli Kashyap? Olympic medallist shares big hint after announcing separation from husband
Weeks after announcing their separation, Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has shared a picture with husband Parupalli Kashyap, hinting at reconciliation. The couple, who married in 2018, had surprised fans with their separation announcement last month. Saina's recent Instagram post suggests they are working on their relationship, much to the delight of their fans and the sports community.
Watch as President Droupadi Murmu and ace shuttler Saina Nehwal play badminton at Rashtrapati Bhavan
President Droupadi Murmu joined Saina Nehwal for a friendly badminton match at Rashtrapati Bhavan, showcasing India's sporting prowess and celebrating women athletes. The event, part of a series honoring women Padma Awardees, highlighted Murmu's passion for sports. Earlier, she unveiled the prestigious Durand Cup, President's Cup, and Shimla Trophy, setting the stage for India's football season. Nehwal, a trailblazer in Indian badminton, expressed gratitude for the memorable experience, reinforcing the impact of sportsmanship and inclusivity.
Served & smashed! Tim Cook meets Saina Nehwal & other badminton champs, talks about how Apple Watch helps athletes train
The CEO of Apple, Tim Cook, attended the grand opening of the company's BKC store and then headed straight to the badminton court at Mumbai Cricket Association, BKC where he met Saina Nehwal, Kidambi Srikanth, Parupalli Kashyap and Chirag Shetty.
Rijiju slams actor Siddharth for his remarks against Nehwal, says it shows a person's ‘ignoble mentality’
Rijiju lashed out at Siddharth and said that India is proud of Nehwal.
Saina Nehwal yet to receive her Covid test result; shuttler sent to Bangkok hospital with husband Parupalli Kashyap
Badminton player HS Prannoy tested positive for the virus again, according to sources.
Shuttler Saina Nehwal joins BJP
Haryana-born Saina Nehwal, 29, is a major acquisition for BJP ahead of the Delhi polls. A former world number 1, Nehwal has been honoured with the country's top sporting awards like the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award.
Do-iT Talent Ventures adds Saina Nehwal to its roster
Within three-months Do-iT Talent Ventures has signed a number of celebrities across entertainment and sports.
Mirza vs Nehwal: Who’s winning the endorsement game?
The outspoken tennis star was the darling of brands in the market for sports celebrities. Then emerged Saina Nehwal.
I could have given a tougher fight: Saina Nehwal
The upcoming players are promising. In these Championships, we all played to a very high standard, which shows the future is bright.
Saina Nehwal outpaces Sania Mirza & Mary Kom in top female sports endorser race; signs Rs 1.5 crore deal with Kellogg
The two-year deal makes Nehwal — the world No. 2 in women’s singles — the highest paid female sports endorser in the country.
Badminton superstar Saina Nehwal to be rewarded 25 lakhs by the Indian government
Rewards are flowing in for ace shuttler Saina Nehwal after her brilliant performance in the All England Open Championship in March.
Saina Nehwal has more brands courting her for endorsement deals
Currently, Nehwal endorses just six brands at a rate of Rs 60-75 lakh for an annual contract. The big ones have stayed away, for reasons best known to them.
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