maharashtra u 20 selection trials

At just 21, Chikitha Rao Taniparthi has overcome past setbacks to earn her place in the Asian Games as a compound archer. Her heart beats for gold—not just for herself, but for India, and to fulfill her dream of buying a new harvester for her father and gifting a cherished mascot to her coach, Abhishek Verma.

Olympian Vinesh Phogat faces a new challenge as the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) appeals to the Supreme Court, questioning her eligibility for the 2026 Asian Games trials. The WFI argues the Delhi High Court order allowing her participation was premature, citing retirement and missed test allegations. The federation insists selection is merit-based, not on special exemptions.

India's senior women's handball team will compete at the Asian Games, meeting continental ranking criteria despite ongoing federation disputes. The junior women's squad will also attend the World U-20 Championships, funding their own travel. The Indian Olympic Association is seeking guidance from the International Handball Federation on recognizing a unified body for future selections.

Wrestlers Aman Sehrawat, Sujeet Kalkal, and Deepak Punia clinched Asian Games berths at intense trials in Lucknow. Coach Shako Bentinidis highlighted Kalkal's Olympic potential, emphasizing technical refinement. Sehrawat dominated the 57kg, while Kalkal secured his first Asian Games spot in the 65kg category, inspired by his father. The trials showcased fierce competition across various weight classes.

The Boxing Federation of India has confirmed that boxers selected at recent trials in Patiala will represent the country at the Asian Games. This clarification comes after the Sports Authority of India raised concerns about the BFI's initial plans for further assessments post-Commonwealth Games, which conflicted with entry deadlines.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat was permitted to compete in the 53kg category at the Asian Games trials after the WFI reversed its earlier decision. This came after a dramatic weigh-in and intervention by WFI president Sanjay Singh, allowing Phogat to contend for a spot in the prestigious event.

It is “necessary” that Vinesh Phogat be allowed to participate in the upcoming Asian Games selection trials, the Delhi high court said in its order made public on Saturday.

The Delhi high court’s order came after the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) had declared Vinesh ineligible for domestic events till June 26. Babita, herself a former wrestler, said the court’s decision was correct.

The Delhi High Court strongly criticized the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) for its stance on Vinesh Phogat's Olympic 2024 disqualification, calling it a "national shame." The court vowed to ensure Phogat's participation in upcoming Asian Games trials, deeming WFI's selection policy "absolutely retrograde" and potentially discriminatory.

Delhi High Court has permitted star wrestler Vinesh Phogat to compete in Asian Games trials, criticizing the Wrestling Federation of India's rigid policy that penalizes athletes returning from maternity leave. The court emphasized fairness, allowing Phogat's participation and ordering transparent, supervised selection proceedings to uphold the sport's integrity and justice.

The Supreme Court permitted Vinesh Phogat to compete in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials, while criticizing the Delhi High Court's handling of the case. However, the court questioned the wrestler for missing a mandatory doping test, emphasizing the importance of adhering to rules despite her significant contributions to Indian sports.

The defeat ended Vinesh's campaign after an eventful day in which she had first secured permission to compete in the 53kg category and then battled her way into the last four.

A viral video of Vedant Agarwal, accused in the Pune Porsche crash, celebrating with his family has sparked outrage. Actor Vishal strongly condemned the display, questioning the family's actions and the potential influence of wealth on the legal proceedings. He appealed to national leaders to intervene, emphasizing that such behavior sets a poor societal example.