Elkatohchoongo was the best Indian cyclist at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, reaching to the quarter-finals.
Usha Chilukuri Vance, the wife of newly sworn-in Vice President JD Vance, has made history as the first Indian-American and Hindu Second Lady of the United States. Usha, a lawyer and daughter of Indian immigrants, held the Bible during Vance's oath of office, signifying her role in supporting her husband's political journey. Her background and her husband's rise to the Vice Presidency highlight the growing political influence of Indian Americans and their increasing representation in national politics.
Nataraj and Desinghu are tipped to become the best male and female athletes of the Games.
Following is India's schedule at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Friday, September 29.
India's schedule on Day 3 of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on July 31, Sunday.
The Indian athletes, so far, have won 18 medals
Seven Olympic and six Paralympic disciplines were identified for support at a meeting of the Mission Olympic Cell.
The women's team comprising Joshana Chinappa, Dipika Pallikal Karthik, Sunayana Kuruvilla and Tanvi Khanna continued its unbeaten run, defeating China 3-0 in penultimate pool match.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday
A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday