"Admirable preparation by wrestler Sakshi Malik for the Rio Olympics. My best wishes are with her," Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to congratulate her.
This was a moment that helped to restore faith in the ideals of sportsmanship.
A recap of the performance by Indian athletes on Day 10 at the Rio Olympics on Monday
Jamaica's Usain Bolt roared into Olympic history, capturing an unprecedented third consecutive 100 metres with a time of 9.81 seconds on Sunday to confirm his place in the greatest athletes.
India's schedule on Day 10 of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, on Monday.
Joseph Schooling, a bespectacled lad of 13, posing beside Phelps.
The Belgians finished first in pool A and hence will be teamed against India.
Michael Phelps shared the limelight with his three month old son Boomer.
Shobhaa De took to Twitter to post a harsh and stinging message for the Indian athletes currently competing at the Rio Olympic Games.
The Indian contingent's schedule at the Rio Olympics for Tuesday.
It might look like a giant case of chicken pox but in fact the most decorated swimmer, Michael Phelps, is hoping these spots will lead him to innumerable podiums at the Rio Olympics.
The Indian contingent's schedule at the Rio Olympics for Monday.
The Rio 2016 Olympics have opened with a colourful and pulsating ceremony at Maracana stadium on Friday night.
Beijing Olympics gold medalist Abhinav Bindra, who is competing in his fifth Games, led the Indian contingent at the parade of nations during the Open Ceremony of the Rio Olympics on Friday night.
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