Glasgow, July 26 (IANS) When Rishikanta Singh Chanambam stepped onto the weightlifting platform in Glasgow at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, he was carrying more than just a barbell. The 28-year-old was carrying years of relentless training, a journey that began in the lanes of Imphal, and the expectations of a nation looking for another weightlifting hero.On Sunday, Rishikanta delivered once again. He clinched the silver medal in the men’s 60kg event with a combined lift of 264kg, giving India it…
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Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia), April 4 (IANS) India’s Vishvanath Suresh caused a major sensation at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026, defeating reigning World Champion and World No. 1 Sanzhar Tashkenbay of Kazakhstan 5:0 to enter the semifinals of the mega event in Mongolia.In other bouts, Ankushita Boro (65 kg) won 4–1 against Laura Yessenkeldi (KAZ) in the quarterfinals.The spotlight was on Vishvanath Suresh, who produced a memorable performance and signalled the advent of a new star on the Indi…
Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia), April 4 (IANS) Havaldar Vishvanath Suresh delivered a remarkable performance in Indian boxing, defeating the reigning World Champion and World No. 1 Sanzhar Tashkenbay (KAZ) with a decisive 5-0 win. This victory propelled him into the semifinals of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.Vishvanath (Men’s 50 kg – Flyweight) has swiftly established himself as one of India’s most promising boxing talents, effortlessly progressing from a strong you…
Itanagar, Jan 16 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General K.T. Parnaik (retd) on Friday urged the state’s students to prepare themselves to join the National Defence Academy (NDA), stressing the importance of discipline, dedication, and commitment in serving the nation. The Governor gave the call as he interacted with students from Mechukha who recently participated in the National Integration Tour. The students from Government Higher Secondary School, Mechukha, shared their experiences of t…