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Sports Ministry suspends table tennis federation
The Sports Ministry has suspended the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) over what it described as “governance deficiencies and institutional failures”. The ministry has also requested the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to constitute an ad hoc body to manage the sport’s affairs in the country, in consultation with the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF).
“The ministry is satisfied that TTFI has failed to adhere to the principles of good governance, transparency, accountability and democratic functioning expected of a recognised National Sports Federation, besides repeatedly disregarding the directions and guidelines issued by this ministry from time to time. The continued governance deficiencies and institutional failures have adversely affected the effective administration of the federation and have the potential to prejudice the interests of athletes and the sport of table tennis in the country,” an office order issued by Director (Sports) Bangararaju VVKK T stated. forestarrow.help
“Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred under the National Sports Development Code of India, 2011, and other extant regulations, the ministry hereby suspends, with immediate effect, the recognition granted to the TTFI as the National Sports Federation for the sport of table tennis until further orders,” the order added. Following the order, the federation will no longer be entitled to financial assistance or any other form of government patronage. However, the ministry has asked the IOA to constitute an ad hoc committee to oversee and run the sport in the interim.
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“Don’t be afraid, stay strong”: Sharmila Dhankar’s inspiring message to women of the country
Life has changed dramatically for Sharmila Dhankar, who won India a Gold medal in the Para Shot Put event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow; the country’s first medal in that event in 20 years.
From television interviews to a meeting with the Prime Minister, from a shoot for Kaun Banega Crorepati to strangers recognising her on the streets, her world has changed in ways she never imagined.
In this exclusive conversation with Sudisha Sinha, Sharmila Dhankar spoke about meeting the Indian PM, her late start in the sport, the emotional weight of winning, and the message she has for women still hesitating to take the first step.
Sudisha Sinha: First of all, congratulations, you have made India proud. You met Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently, and yesterday, you had a shoot for KBC. So, how was your experience?
Sharmila Dhankar: It was an honor to meet Modi ji. He is the first Prime Minister who respects para-athletes and always talks to us. It was a wonderful experience shooting for KBC as well and talking to Amitabh Bachchan ji. He is a very nice person and spoke very warmly about life.
Sudisha Sinha: We have seen a lot of videos in which you said that you will get your daughters to win medals. Please tell us about that.
Sharmila Dhankar: As I work hard, parents are inspired to encourage their children to win medals as well. So, when my daughters become 20-21 years old, I will take them to the ground. Yes, they are already working hard.
Sudisha Sinha: There is a myth in our country that you cannot start or practice sports after a certain age. You started your shot put journey at the age of 34. What would you like to say to our viewers about your experience?
Sharmila Dhankar: After my second marriage, my husband told me about the game, and I took it to the ground. I worked hard and got good results. Everyone is happy.
Sudisha Sinha: It takes a lot of hard work and sacrifice to win a medal. When you won the medal, how did you feel? How would you describe that feeling?
Sharmila Dhankar: When our competition was going on, I knew that I would win. I worked hard for 6 years. After winning, I was happy that my country was getting famous. But for 2-3 days, I had not realised that I had won the medal; it took time to sink in. I was 4th in the Asian and Commonwealth Games earlier, so later, I realised that I had finally won the medal.
Sudisha Sinha: In the past, you had come so close to winning a medal. How did you handle that heartbreak back then, and how did you keep going?
Sharmila Dhankar: I was 4th in the Commonwealth Games. It was a good thing that I reached the Commonwealth Games after 2 years of hard work. I was sad that I was 4th. I was upset that I was 4th in the Asian and Commonwealth Games. But my mother and husband supported me. They told me to move forward. I worked hard.
Sudisha Sinha: What changes have you seen in your life after winning the medal?
Sharmila Dhankar: After winning the medal, everything changed. I couldn’t believe it. I was thinking about it for 2-3 days. Then I got an interview. I got a call from KBC. I met Mr. Modi. I was very happy. I thought I had won the medal for my country. I keep the medal with me. I will keep the medal with me until I win the second medal. This will motivate me.
Sudisha Sinha: Now that you have won at the Commonwealth Games, what is your next goal?
Sharmila Dhankar: I will prepare for the Asian Para Games in Japan. I am resting now. I will play in the World Championship in 2027. My real target is the Paralympics.
Sudisha Sinha: What message would you like to give to the women in the country who are hesitating?
Sharmila Dhankar: Women should move forward. If I were hesitating, I wouldn’t be here today. I have faced every situation. I have moved forward. If I were scared, I would have stayed there. I have never been afraid of any situation. I have fought bravely. Women should fight bravely. There are problems. Life is good. Don’t be afraid. Stay strong.
After the interview, during our conversation, Sharmila also mentioned how her life suddenly changed after winning the medal and making India proud, and how this would not affect her practice for the Asian Para Games and the Paralympics.
But somewhere along the way, she has come to see it not as a burden. The same society that once questioned her choices now stops to say she has inspired them, and that shift, from doubt to respect, is one she carries with quiet pride.
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'Very, very difficult': Can Kuldeep Yadav become India's next spin leader?
Kuldeep Yadav has played 18 Tests for India and taken 79 wickets in 34 innings. He has a bowling average of 22.35, an economy rate of 3.53 and a strike rate of 37.9. He has taken four four-wicket hauls and five five-wicket hauls. His best innings figures are 5/40, while his best match figures are 8/113. Kuldeep has also been a successful limited-overs bowler. He has 194 wickets from 121 ODIs at an average of 27.04. In 54 T20Is, he has taken 95 wickets at an average of 13.74.“Just hit the damn thing, stop being a princess”: Fan’s hilarious reply to Steve Smith as batter halts play over sight screen issue
Darwin [Australia], August 13 (ANI): A fan in attendance during the first Test against Bangladesh delivered a hilarious reply to batter Steve Smith after he halted play momentarily due to sight screen issues at Darwin on Thursday.
During the first day of the Test, the ever-reliable Steve Smith was tasked with taking Australia out of a collapse. However, at one point during his innings, he halted play due to problems with the sight screen, and the fan was having none of it. As the wait continued, the fan in a furious but hilarious tone, asked Smith to start batting again.
“Just hit the damn thing, Smudge (Smith’s nickname). Stop being a princess. You are not bigger than the game, Steve, deal with it," said the fan in a video posted by Fox Cricket on their Instagram handle.
Coming to the match, the Bangladesh pace overwhelmed Aussie batters, ending the first session at 74/4, with Hasan Mahmud bowling a sensational two-wicket spell, dislodging both openers Travis Head (22) and Jake Weatherald (23) after they had put Australia to a solid start with a 45-run opening stand.
During the second session, wickets continued to tumble for Australia, but Smith did not budge, smashing his 45th Test fifty. At the time of writing, the batter is still standing unbeaten at the time of Tea. Australia is 183/8, with Smith (67*) and Nathan Lyon (0*) at the crease.
Smith also tied legendary Steve Waugh for most Test fifty-plus scores for Australia, with a total of 82, including 37 centuries and 45 fifties. The highest fifty-plus scores for Australia in Tests are by Ricky Ponting (103 such scores, including 41 centuries and 62 fifties).
Mahmud (4/49) and Taskin Ahmed (2/46) were sensational with the ball for Bangladesh.
Teams:
Bangladesh (Playing XI): Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto(c), Litton Das(w), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Ebadot Hossain
Australia (Playing XI): Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Cameron Green, Alex Carey(w), Beau Webster, Pat Cummins(c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood. (ANI)
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