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1. PM Modi met Indian Olympic Contingent that participated in the Paris Olympics at residence yesterday in New Delhi. The Prime Minister also interacted with the players. Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya and Indian Olympic Association President P T Usha were also present at the Prime Minister’s residence during the interaction.
The Indian athletes secured a total of six medals during their campaign at the Paris Olympics, with medals won by Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh, Swapnil Kusale, the Indian men’s Hockey team and Neeraj Chopra.
2. The Northern Railways gave a promotion to Aman Sehrawat after his bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics 2024. The wrestler was promoted to the post of officer on special duty (OSD). The 21-year-old became the youngest to win an Olympic medal for India. He bagged the bronze medal in the 57kg freestyle category and his efforts helped India win their sixth medal at the Paris Olympics.
3. Vinesh Phogat’s appeal to overturn her disqualification from the women’s 50kg wrestling competition has been rejected as CAS announced its decision on August 14.
4. Former Indian all-rounder Dodda Ganesh has been appointed head coach of Kenya’s men’s cricket team ahead of the Africa Qualifiers for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
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