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Paralympic medalists to get Rs 75, 50 and 30 lakh for Gold, Silver, Bronze

Sports minister Mandaviya also pledged full support and facilities for para-athletes to aim for more medals at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.

Paralympic Games: Morocco's El Idrissi smashes women's marathon record

El Idrissi finished in 2 hours, 48 minutes, 36 seconds on Sunday, beating the previous record from Japan's Misato Michishita in Hofu City in December 2020 by nearly six minutes

Paralympics: Devendra Jhajharia's advice helps Navdeep secure gold in Paris

Despite his impressive muscle power and speed, the 23-year-old Navdeep struggled with technique, a shortcoming that led to a disappointing fourth-place finish at the Tokyo Paralympics

Paralympics: India signs off with 29 medals in Paris, Pooja misses finals

India thus concluded the Paris Paralympics with a record haul of seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals, set to finish 18th in the overall medals tally

Paralympics: Journey from injury to competition been quick for some players

Some Paralympians live with a disability all their lives but lacrosse player Carson Clough is not one of those people.

Old and new performers help India become Paralympic power in Paris

Seven of these 29 medals are gold, which is another first for the country that started to make its presence felt only in the 2016 edition, where it won four medals

Tripled budget led to record medals at Asiad, Para Games: Sports minister

The 44th Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) General Assembly, held in New Delhi on Sunday, showcased India's commitment to sports and its achievements on the international stage.

We deserve same respect: Navdeep Singh after turning taunts into triumph

The 23-year-old Indian javelin thrower won an unparalleled gold in the F41 classification at the Paris Paralympic Games.

India to bid for 5th Youth Olympics in 2030: Sports Minister Mandaviya

India will fight against Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Thailand, Mongolia, Russia, Ukraine, Bosnia and Herzegovina to get the hosting rights for the 2030 Youth Olympics

Randhir Singh set to be elected as first Indian president of OCA

Randhir, a former Indian shooter, will be officially named OCA president in the presence of Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and top sports leaders from all 45 countries of Asia

Paris Paralympics 2024: Simran enters final of women's 200m T12 race

India's Simran Sharma, the reigning world champion, breezed her way into the final of the women's 200m T12 race with a time of 25.03 seconds at the Paralympic Games here on Friday.

5 reasons why India achieved best-ever medal haul at Paris Paralympics

So far, Indian athletes have won 22 medals (4 gold, 8 silver, and 10 bronze), marking the country's best-ever performance, surpassing the 19 medals from the previous edition

Paris to honour late Ugandan Olympian by naming sports venue after her

Cheptegei died on Thursday at a Kenyan hospital where she was being treated after 80% of her body was burned in an attack by her partner. She was 33.

Harvinder, Preeti named flag-bearers for Paralympics closing ceremony

The Indian contingent's chef de mission Satya Prakash Sangwan said in a statement that the two athletes' performance will inspire the future generations.

Paralympics 2024: Simran through to semifinals in women's 200m T12 event

Simran, who is the reigning world champion, topped her heat with a timing of 25.41s to make the semi-finals.

Australian coach fired for supporting Korean athlete at the Paris Olympics

Palfrey told South Korean television he hoped South Korea's Kim Woo-min would win the men's 400-meter freestyle in Paris, an event that featured Australians Sam Short and Elijah Winnington.

Kapil Parmar wins historic bronze medal in Judo for India at Paralympics

Parmar produced a superlative performance, dominating his opponent from start to finish to record a 10-0 win in the bronze medal contest.

Dharambir dedicates Paralympics gold to teammate and coach Amit Kumar

The 35-year-old Dharambir on Wednesday broke the Asian record with a throw of 34.92m en route to the gold medal at the Paralympics with Pranav Soorma clinching the silver with a throw of 34.59m.

One arrow at a time: Making of Paralympic champion archer Harvinder Singh

Dealing with the unexpected, whether in archery or life in general, is no big deal for Harvinder Singh. He has aced the anticipation game thanks to the hard lessons that came his way.

Paris Paralympics 2024: How does the sport of wheelchair fencing work?

The wheelchair fencing competition at the Paralympic Games is in full swing, taking place under the prestigious glass dome of the Grand Palais in the heart of Paris.