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  Two armymen, who sacrificed their lives during anti-terror operations, were among five security force personnel selected for the prestigious Kirti Chakra, the second highest gallantry award. President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday approved a total of 112 gallantry awards for defence and paramilitary personnel for their sacrifices to the nation, the defence ministry said. Havildar Giris Gurung of Gorkha Rifles, Major David Manlun from the Naga Regiment and Pramod Kumar, Commandant of 49 ...

The selection committee of Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has picked a 24-member team which will compete in 14 different disciplines at the IAAF World Championships in London from August 4-13. The Indian team comprises 14 men who will participate in ...

In the absence of top stars, Amoj Jacob and Anilda Thomas emerged champions in the 400 metres event even as Kerala emerged overall champions in the Inter-State athletics championships here on Tuesday. Delhi youngster Amoj, who has made impressive strides this ...

A late pull-out by Ranchi, notwithstanding, India have managed to put in place top-class facility in short time and is set to roll out the 22nd edition of Asian Athletics Championships Bhubaneswar on Thursday, with the hosts aiming for a top three finish in ...

Three persons have been arrested here for allegedly being involved in betting during the India-Pakistan cricket match in the ICC Champions Trophy, the police said today. According to the police, 98 mobile phones, 60 mobile chargers, two television sets, three ...

Young sensation Neeraj Chopra set a new meet record in javelin on the second day of the Federation Cup at the NIS ground on Friday. Chopra, who has already qualified for the World Championships in London, had a best throw of 85.63 metres which came in his ...