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All financial decisions were taken by Executive Board: Hockey India CEO Elena Norman
Outgoing Hockey India CEO Elena Norman has recently filed an affidavit in the Delhi High Court and said, the Inquiry Report on alleged irregularities in Hockey India made various general, vague and omnibus allegations against her, which apart from being over and beyond the mandate of the Inquiry Officer, are also entirely bereft of evidence.
Athletes in country to be issued digital certificates, says Anurag Thakur
Sports minister Anurag Thakur on Thursday announced that the government will issue digital certificates to registered athletes across the country, a move which would ensure a transparent account of their participation and performance. The digital certificate will have dates of the athletes' participation in competitions and serve as proof of their achievements.
IOA cannot exercise control over WFI; UWW should lift ban: WFI chief tells world body chief Lalovic
?"We would also like to draw your attention to a judgment of the High Court of Delhi against the IOA which was passed on l6th August 2023, which stated that the IOA cannot exercise any control of authority over a National Sports Federation. Any influence by the IOA would be illegal, NSF's are independent entities." Sanjay, a close associate of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, also pointed out that when the Indian courts, the UWW rules and the Olympic charter all profess autonomy of NSF's how could the IOA breach those rules.
President Biden presents National Medal of Science to Indian-American scientist Subra Suresh
Subra Suresh was awarded the medal for pioneering research across engineering, physical sciences and life sciences, and particularly for advancing the study of material science and its application to other disciplines.
US NSF invested nearly USD 150 million in India in last 5 years through over 200 projects
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has invested nearly $150 million in India over the past five years through various projects. In the last year alone, they have launched 35 joint projects in emerging technologies with India's Department of Science & Technology.
No role in selection of athletes for Asian Games, says Sports ministry in reply filed in HC on boxers' petition
Names of Indian boxers selected by Boxing Federation of India to represent India at Asian Games have already been sent by Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to the Organizing Committee of Hangzhou Asian Games, the last date for which was July 15, as per the reply.
Ad-hoc committee in full control; WFI should hand over all documents to panel, says IOA
Earlier on April 24, the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced that the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) will be forming an ad-hoc committee to conduct the elections for the Executive Committee of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) within 45 days of its formation, to manage day-to-day affairs of the body, including the selection of athletes and making entries for the participation of players in international events.
Lawmaker and head of National Science Foundation warn of delays to funding US tech research
While the CHIPS and Science Act authorized the NSF's budget of $81 billion over five years, which could double the annual budget by 2027, the foundation's director, Sethuraman Panchanathan, told Reuters he was concerned the funding could get delayed.
Wrestlers protesting on streets tarnishing India's image, amounts to indiscipline: IOA President PT Usha
Decorated wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik are the three central characters in the renewed protests against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who has been accused of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation by the grapplers. "Wrestlers staging protest on streets amounts to indiscipline. It is tarnishing the image of India," Usha told reporters after IOA's Executive Committee meeting.
Unhappy with government assurance without action, wrestlers ready to lodge FIR against WFI President
When reminded that London Olympics medallist Yogeshwar Dutt has backed WFI President along with Asian Championship medallist Divya Karan, Vinesh said, Yogeshwar is definitely sitting in the lap of the WFI and that Kakran herself spoke against the President in the past. We have proofs." "All the videos (in support of WFI President) are being made where he has that "aatank ka adda' (hub of terror), people should come and make videos here at Jantar Mantar while sitting in front of the public.
IOA adopts draft constitution but several members say they did it because they can't go against SC order
The IOA on Thursday adopted its draft constitution framed under the supervision of the Supreme Court and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) but several members said they were forced into doing it after the apex court made it mandatory.
Naga Students¡¯ Federation condemns extension of AFSPA in Nagaland
The Central government on September 30 extended for another six months the enforcement of the ¡°disturbed area¡± under the AFSPA in 12 districts of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh, and certain parts of five other districts of the two northeastern states to facilitate the armed forces to continue the anti-insurgency operations.
FM holds talks with US NSF chief, discusses collaboration in science and technology
`The two sides discussed areas of collaboration related to science and technology (S&T) which emerged during the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden during the QUAD Summit in Tokyo in May, the finance ministry said in a series of tweets.
Don't give money to NSFs not complying with Sports Code: Delhi HC to Centre
On May 26, the court had asked the Centre to suspend NSFs that are not complying with the Sports Code, saying that it was prudent that no further exemptions be granted to or lenience be shown to such non-compliant entities. It had stated that compliance with the Sports Code is a must for the grant of recognition as an NSF and unless the entity strictly adheres to the code, it would disentitle itself from any consequential benefits flowing from the public fund, such as the use of government-owned stadia and sports facilities, etc.
Suspend national sports federations not complying with Sports Code: Delhi High Court
??? A bench headed by Justice Nazmi Waziri said compliance with the Sports Code is a must for the grant of recognition as an NSF and unless the entity strictly adheres to the code, it would disentitle itself from any consequential benefits flowing from public fund, such as the use of government-owned stadia and sports facilities.
CIC directs Hockey India to disclose reasons behind fund transfer by it to foreign accounts, cash withdrawals
Hockey India refused information on these points on the grounds of it being exempted from disclosure under Section 8(1)(d)(commercial confidence clause) of the RTI Act.
Pine Labs launches Second Innings programme for retired athletes in collaboration with Natekar Sports & Fitness
This initiative, a unique bid to give back to the sports community, provides an opportunity for retired and currently unemployed athletes to undergo skills training, followed by a job opportunity in Pine Labs.
Thousands in Kohima protest December 4 killing of 14 civilians by security forces
The NSF in a memorandum to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanded to constitute a court monitored committee headed by a retired Supreme Court or High Court judge to ensure free and fair probe in an impartial manner.
Sports Ministry formally recognises yogasana as competitive sport
The move was made to encourage yoga, spread awareness about its benefits and to help improve physical and mental wellbeing of the people.
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