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More trouble around National Games as a panel head resigns

Chairperson of Safeguarding Committee, Suman Kaushik resigned on Friday saying appointment was without her consent

Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha. (PTI)

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Updated on Nov 22, 2024 09:53 PM IST

ByAvishek Roy

PT Usha and Sahdev Yadav at loggerheads again as IOC withholds funs for IOA

The IOC took the decision in its Executive Board meeting on October 8 and communicated it to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in a letter on Friday.

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha. (PTI)(HT_PRINT)

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Published on Oct 12, 2024 10:28 AM IST

PTI |

IOC withholds Olympic Solidarity fund for IOA due to internal feud

Through Olympic Solidarity, athletes can benefit from scholarships, which allocate subsidies, enabling them to train and qualify for the Olympic Games.

Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha.(PTI Photo)

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Published on Oct 11, 2024 07:49 PM IST

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'Shocked' IOA criticises 'inhumane' regulations as CAS rejects Vinesh's appeal

The IOA released a statement supporting Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat after the CAS rejected her appeal for a joint silver medal.

Vinesh Phogat of India reacts after winning the match against Yusneylis Guzman Lopez of Cuba(HT_PRINT)

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Published on Aug 15, 2024 09:01 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Afternoon briefing: Harish Salve takes up Vinesh Phogat's Olympics case; more

A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items you should check out.

Harish Salve at the International Court of Justice.(ANI photo)

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Published on Aug 09, 2024 01:17 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

PT Usha reacts after Swapnil stages medal-winning comeback: ‘My heart was…’

Talking about Swapnil Kusale's medal-winning comeback at the Paris Olympics, PT Usha also gave Manu Bhaker a special mention.

India's shooter Swapnil Kusale receives his bronze medal after the 50m rifle 3 positions men’s final in the Olympic Games Paris 2024(ANI)

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Published on Aug 01, 2024 08:18 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk | Written by Siddharth Thakur, New Delhi

BCCI pledges INR 8.5 crore to Indian contingent for Paris Olympics

Jay Shah has announced an INR 8.5 crore support for the IOA for the Paris Olympics.

sports

Published on Jul 21, 2024 07:00 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Delhi HC directs IOA to explain why it dissolved wrestling’s ad hoc body

The court was hearing a petition filed by the protesting wrestlers seeking directions to the sports ministry to not revoke WFI’s suspension.

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Published on Apr 02, 2024 11:35 PM IST

ByShruti Kakkar

TNAA calls Sharath Kamal ‘nondescript sportsman’, letter sparks controversy

Sharath Kamal was named India's flagbearer for the 2024 Paris Olympics

File photo of Achanta Sharath Kamal of India.(Getty Images)

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Published on Mar 30, 2024 08:31 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

IOA EC defers emergency meeting after PT Usha's letter

Last week, IOA's EC had announced an Emergency Meeting on Feb 13 to ratify the suspension of IOA's CEO Raghuram Iyer

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Published on Feb 13, 2024 09:00 PM IST

ByShantanu Srivastava, New Delhi

CEO's appointment causes rift within IOA

12 of the apex sports body's 15 executive committee members have raised objections over the selection process

On January 5, Usha announced Iyer's appointment following a

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Published on Jan 17, 2024 11:44 PM IST

ByAvishek Roy

Want to solve CEO issue... hope my colleagues support me: IOA president Usha

In his visit to India for the IOC Session in Mumbai, IOC president Thomas Bach reiterated the need for the body to have a CEO

New Delhi: Rajya Sabha MP PT Usha at Parliament House complex amid the Monsoon session, in New Delhi(PTI)

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Published on Oct 18, 2023 10:08 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta, Mumbai

IOC reminds IOA to appoint CEO

An IOA official aware of the development said Jerome Poivey of IOC's NOC relations department, spoke to Usha and wanted an update on the issue

IOA joint secretary Kalyan Chaubey is currently doubling up as acting CEO(HT)

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Updated on Jul 29, 2023 08:14 AM IST

ByAvishek Roy

WFI elections postponed to July 11

The decision was taken after at least 10 state units raised “a variety of issues”

Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh at his residence. Delhi Police on Thursday filed a final report before a court seeking cancellation of a sexual harassment case filed by a minor wrestler against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh.(PTI)

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Published on Jun 22, 2023 02:45 AM IST

ByShantanu Srivastava, New Delhi

IOA's athletes commission to propose ad-hoc panel for Equestrian

The formation of an ad-hoc panel will be the third instance in the recent past when such a committee has been tasked to run a sports federation.

Indian equestrian rider Fouaad Mirza(Equestrian Federation of India)

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Published on May 19, 2023 12:12 AM IST

ByShantanu Srivastava

IOA chief PT Usha visits protesting wrestlers

I’m an athlete first, says former track great who was slammed for calling the protest against WFI head Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh as an act of indiscipline.

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Published on May 03, 2023 10:06 PM IST

ByShantanu Srivastava

Wrestlers should focus on their practice, says Yogeshwar Dutt amid protest

Wrestlers' protest: The Delhi Police on Friday registered two FIRs against WFI chief Singh over the allegations of sexual harassment of female wrestlers.

Former Indian wrestler and Olympic medallist Yogeshwar Dutt. (Twitter/ ANI)

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Published on Apr 30, 2023 04:21 PM IST

ByShobhit Gupta

Evening brief: IOA to elect executive committee of wrestling body amid protest

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Indian wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, and Sakshi Malik address a news conference as they take part in a sit-in protest demanding arrest of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief. (Reuters)

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Published on Apr 24, 2023 04:51 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

IOC asks IOA to appoint CEO without further delay

The IOC formally acknowledged the results of IOA elections during its executive board meeting here on Wednesday night but the international body urged the Indian NOC to appoint a CEO or secretary general.

FILE - A display of the Olympic rings is set up on Trocadero plaza that overlooks the Eiffel Tower, after the vote in Lima, Peru, awarding the 2024 Games to the French capital, in Paris, France, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017. A proposed French law for the 2024 Paris Olympics that critics contend will open the door for privacy busting video surveillance technology in France and elsewhere in Europe faces an important hurdle Tuesday March 28, 2023 with lawmakers set to vote on it. The bill would legalize the temporary use of so-called

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Updated on Mar 30, 2023 06:53 PM IST

PTI |

Panel formed to oversee preparations for 2024 Olympics

For Paris 2024, the committee will ensure smooth logistical arrangements for the participation of the Indian contingent besides providing all support to potential and qualified athletes

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Updated on Feb 03, 2023 11:57 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

Mary Kom on IOA panel to probe sexual harassment charges against Brij Bhushan

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Friday formed a seven-member committee to probe the allegations of sexual harassment against WFI chief.

IOA forms 7-member panel to probe sexual harassment charges against WFI chief(ANI/PTI)

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Updated on Jan 20, 2023 10:07 PM IST

ByManjiri Chitre | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh

New-look IOA takes charge under PT Usha

Usha wants her team to make IOA more accessible and collectively work for betterment of sports.

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Published on Dec 10, 2022 09:50 PM IST

ByAvishek Roy, New Delhi

PT Usha to file her nomination for IOA president’s post

The last day for filing nominations is on Sunday. The IOA elections are scheduled to be held on December 10.

PT Usha will file her nomination papers for IOA president.

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Published on Nov 26, 2022 10:52 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

IOA constitution approved at a chaotic Special General Meeting

The Supreme Court has directed that elections to the IOA be held on December 10.

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) General Secretary Rajeev Mehta=(The India Today Group via Getty)

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Published on Nov 10, 2022 10:35 PM IST

ByAvishek Roy, New Delhi

Newly-drafted IOA constitution gives athletes a push

The IOA Athletes' Commission will comprise 10 athletes besides representatives from India who are a part of the IOC’s or OCA’s Athletes Commission as ex-officio members

sports

Published on Nov 07, 2022 11:15 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

IOA case: SC asks Centre to talk to world body

“The Secretary, Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs will interact with IOC Director and revert back to this Court so that a solution is found in line with the interest of sports in India and in the interest of IOC,” the court said on Monday.

FILE PHOTO: The Olympic rings are pictured in front of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland,(REUTERS)

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Published on Sep 19, 2022 10:28 PM IST

ByAbraham Thomas, New Delhi

SC restrains Delhi HC appointed CoA from taking over IOA

The order was passed in the absence of lawyer and sports activist Rahul Mehra. The top court will hear the matter again on Monday.

A bench, led by Chief Justice of India NV Ramana, took on record IOA’s appeal that India may lose all opportunities of participating in international events if the CoA runs the sporting body.(File)

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Published on Aug 18, 2022 09:22 PM IST

ByUtkarsh Anand

Delhi high court says IOA must hold elections within the next 16 weeks

The court pulls up the apex sports body for not being in compliance with the National Sports Code

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Published on Aug 17, 2022 07:07 AM IST

ByRicha Banka

Tougher to satisfy Indian athletes more than others: IOA acting president

"It is tougher to satisfy Indian athletes' needs a little more than others as they react a bit too early. A sense of cooperation between the athletes is not always there," Khanna told PTI.

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Published on Jul 28, 2022 08:50 PM IST

PTI | , Birmingham

IOA seeks more berths for wheelchair athletes support staff

A day after the Paralympic Committee of India complained to the union sports ministry against IOA, the apex sports body’s officials met the PCI general secretary Gursharan Singh

PCI had sought dedicated escorts for the wheelchair athletes as per IPC guidelines.(AP)

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Updated on Jul 12, 2022 11:41 PM IST

ByAvishek Roy, New Delhi

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Chairperson of Safeguarding Committee, Suman Kaushik resigned on Friday saying appointment was without her consent

The IOC took the decision in its Executive Board meeting on October 8 and communicated it to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in a letter on Friday.

Through Olympic Solidarity, athletes can benefit from scholarships, which allocate subsidies, enabling them to train and qualify for the Olympic Games.

The IOA released a statement supporting Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat after the CAS rejected her appeal for a joint silver medal.

A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items you should check out.

Talking about Swapnil Kusale's medal-winning comeback at the Paris Olympics, PT Usha also gave Manu Bhaker a special mention.

Jay Shah has announced an INR 8.5 crore support for the IOA for the Paris Olympics.

The court was hearing a petition filed by the protesting wrestlers seeking directions to the sports ministry to not revoke WFI’s suspension.

Sharath Kamal was named India's flagbearer for the 2024 Paris Olympics

Last week, IOA's EC had announced an Emergency Meeting on Feb 13 to ratify the suspension of IOA's CEO Raghuram Iyer

12 of the apex sports body's 15 executive committee members have raised objections over the selection process

In his visit to India for the IOC Session in Mumbai, IOC president Thomas Bach reiterated the need for the body to have a CEO

An IOA official aware of the development said Jerome Poivey of IOC's NOC relations department, spoke to Usha and wanted an update on the issue

The decision was taken after at least 10 state units raised “a variety of issues”

The formation of an ad-hoc panel will be the third instance in the recent past when such a committee has been tasked to run a sports federation.

I’m an athlete first, says former track great who was slammed for calling the protest against WFI head Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh as an act of indiscipline.

Wrestlers' protest: The Delhi Police on Friday registered two FIRs against WFI chief Singh over the allegations of sexual harassment of female wrestlers.

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

The IOC formally acknowledged the results of IOA elections during its executive board meeting here on Wednesday night but the international body urged the Indian NOC to appoint a CEO or secretary general.

For Paris 2024, the committee will ensure smooth logistical arrangements for the participation of the Indian contingent besides providing all support to potential and qualified athletes

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Friday formed a seven-member committee to probe the allegations of sexual harassment against WFI chief.

Usha wants her team to make IOA more accessible and collectively work for betterment of sports.

The last day for filing nominations is on Sunday. The IOA elections are scheduled to be held on December 10.

The Supreme Court has directed that elections to the IOA be held on December 10.

The IOA Athletes' Commission will comprise 10 athletes besides representatives from India who are a part of the IOC’s or OCA’s Athletes Commission as ex-officio members

“The Secretary, Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs will interact with IOC Director and revert back to this Court so that a solution is found in line with the interest of sports in India and in the interest of IOC,” the court said on Monday.

The order was passed in the absence of lawyer and sports activist Rahul Mehra. The top court will hear the matter again on Monday.

The court pulls up the apex sports body for not being in compliance with the National Sports Code

"It is tougher to satisfy Indian athletes' needs a little more than others as they react a bit too early. A sense of cooperation between the athletes is not always there," Khanna told PTI.

A day after the Paralympic Committee of India complained to the union sports ministry against IOA, the apex sports body’s officials met the PCI general secretary Gursharan Singh

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