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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

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) logo
Published on Feb 13, 2024 09:00 PM IST
By, 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
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)
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)
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)
Published on Jun 22, 2023 02:45 AM IST
By, 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)
Published on May 19, 2023 12:12 AM IST

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.

PT Usha
Published on May 03, 2023 10:06 PM IST

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)
Published on Apr 30, 2023 04:21 PM IST

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

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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)
Published on Apr 24, 2023 04:51 PM IST

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
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

IOA president PT Usha
Updated on Feb 03, 2023 11:57 PM IST
By, 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)
Updated on Jan 20, 2023 10:07 PM IST
By | 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.

PT Usha(PTI)
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.
Published on Nov 26, 2022 10:52 PM IST

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)
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

Image used for representational purpose
Published on Nov 07, 2022 11:15 PM IST
By, 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)
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)
Published on Aug 18, 2022 09:22 PM IST

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

Indian Olympic Association
Published on Aug 17, 2022 07:07 AM IST

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.

IOA acting president Anil Khanna(PTI)
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)
Updated on Jul 12, 2022 11:41 PM IST
ByAvishek Roy, New Delhi

Not enough support staff for CWG, Paralympic team writes to sports ministry

The Paralympic Committee of India has alleged that the Indian Olympic Association did not follow the guidelines that say there should be dedicated escorts for wheelchair athletes

India had a haul of 19 medals, including five gold, at the Tokyo Paralympics and are aiming for big success again
Published on Jul 12, 2022 12:25 AM IST
ByAvishek Roy

Delhi HC to hear plea on delayed IOA elections

Indian Olympic Association’s six-member panel has submitted recommendations for constitutional amendments and the court will go over those proposals before taking a call on the sports body’s delayed elections.

IOA president Narinder Batra(HT_PRINT)
Published on Jan 27, 2022 07:16 AM IST
By, New Delhi

IOA chief Narinder Batra and his wife test positive for Covid-19

Both Batra and his wife are asymptomatic.

File photo of IOA chief Narinder Batra.(Hindustan Times via Getty Images)
Published on Jan 16, 2022 08:27 PM IST
PTI | , New Delhi

Fresh row in IOA over 'illegal' appointments

Legality of appointments for Commonwealth Games and Asian Games questioned.

IOA president Narinder Batra(HT_PRINT)
Published on Jan 14, 2022 08:39 PM IST
By, New Delhi

The wishlist that will change Indian sports

From a Dada-Virat hug to the full disbanding of India's Olympic bodies to renaming all sports stadiums after sportspeople, an irreverent set of new year desires.

Sourav Ganguly and Virat Kohli. (Getty)
Published on Dec 29, 2021 08:24 PM IST
BySharda Ugra

IOC to IOA: Hold General Assembly on Dec 19, election by January, 2022

In a letter to IOA president Narinder Batra, the IOC said the elections should nonetheless take place before the end of January next year after requisite amendments in the IOA constitution.

IOA president Narinder Batra(HT_PRINT)
Published on Dec 10, 2021 11:42 AM IST
PTI |

IOA elections to be held in Guwahati on December 19

Either Delhi or Bengaluru was tipped to be the venue but the IOA on Tuesday decided to hold the elective AGM in Guwahati.

IOA president Narinder Batra(HT_PRINT)
Published on Nov 09, 2021 11:19 PM IST
PTI | , New Delhi

IOA names B K Sinha as Press Attache of India's Olympic contingent

India will be represented by a 228-strong contingent, including 119 athletes, at the Tokyo Olympics, being held under strict health protocols sans spectators in the wake of the raging COVID-19 pandemic.

Representational image.(AP)
Published on Jul 16, 2021 11:10 AM IST
PTI |

IOA ropes in meditation-tracking start up for Olympic-bound athletes

The IOA said it has acquired smart Dhyana rings and Dhyana's health management services for the entire Indian contingent for the Tokyo Olympics and is working to prioritise mental wellness and improve focus of the players amidst the ongoing pandemic.

Representational image.(AP)
Published on Jul 12, 2021 07:52 PM IST
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