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Where there’s a wheel there’s a bullseye! Malad teen aims for the Paralympics

Where there’s a wheel there’s a bullseye! Malad teen aims for the Paralympics

Wheelchair-bound Rutvi Lolge, 15, a rising star on the archery scene, with impressive wins to her credit, has not allowed Spina Bifida — a debilitating congenital condition — shake her will to win

20 November,2025 07:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin Ferro
Simran Sharma’s golden sprint: India’s Paralympic star shines again

Simran Sharma’s golden sprint: India’s Paralympic star shines again

Indian para-athlete Simran Sharma, born with visual impairment, clinched gold in 100 m (T12) and silver in the 200m (T12) at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025. Trained by her husband and coach Gajendra Singh, Simran shares her story that reflects courage, resilience, and India’s growing para-sport legacy

06 October,2025 11:25 PM IST | New Delhi | Tarun Verma
Para-athletes deserve support from the government

Para-athletes deserve support from the government

The 100 per cent blind athlete, who is based in Borivli, has won several national medals in para judo competitions. He is now looking forward to carving a niche internationally, climbing the rungs of the ladder to hopefully sporting success

13 August,2025 06:43 AM IST | Mumbai | The Editorial
Delhi govt offers up to Rs 7 crore awards, govt jobs for medal-winning athletes

Delhi govt offers up to Rs 7 crore awards, govt jobs for medal-winning athletes

As per the announcement, athletes from Delhi who win gold or silver medals at the Olympic Games will be eligible for Group A positions in the Delhi government. Those who secure bronze medals will be considered for Group B jobs. All Paralympic medal winners, regardless of medal colour, will also be awarded Group B posts

22 July,2025 08:06 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

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