Wrestling Federation
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'Vinesh Phogat's weight was constant for two days, increased overnight,' says WFI president
Other Sports | Aug 07, 2024, 02:35 PM ISTIn her semi-final match, Vinesh defeated Japanese world champion Yui Susaki and assured a silver medal for India. She was set to wrestle in her final match for gold. However, according to the rules, she will now finish last.
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Indian Olympic Association forms three-member committee to oversee WFI operations
Other Sports | Dec 27, 2023, 05:50 PM ISTSports Ministry had earlier suspended the Sanjay Singh-led WFI for its "hasty decision" to conduct the U-15 and U-20 nationals without giving enough time for wrestlers to prepare for the competition. Sakshi Malik had announced retirement from wrestling post Sanjay Singh was elected for the top post
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SAI seeks report over flouting of Covid-19 norms at wrestling nationals
Other Sports | Jan 24, 2021, 01:08 PM ISTIt was reported that social distancing norms and other procedures put in place by the sports ministry were flouted at the indoor arena of the Noida Stadium.
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International Weightlifting Federation chief Tamas Ajan resigns amid corruption probe
Other Sports | Apr 16, 2020, 11:12 AM ISTThe statement by the federation noted an independent investigation is ongoing into the allegations made by German broadcaster ARD in a report in January.
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World wrestling body asks all national federations to suspend dealing with India
Other Sports | Mar 04, 2019, 11:00 PM ISTThe denial of visa to Pakistani shooters had led to the International Olympic Committee suspending discussions with India for hosting future global events.
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World Wrestling Championships: Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia eye medals for India
Other Sports | Aug 20, 2017, 05:43 PM ISTVinesh Phogat, another silver medallist at the Asian Championship, will also fancy her chances in women's 48kg.
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PMO refers Narsingh Yadav doping case to CBI: Wrestling Federation of India
Other Sports | Sep 16, 2016, 07:14 PM ISTThe Prime Minister Office (PMO) has referred Indian wrestler Narsingh Yadav’s doping case to the Crime Branch of Investigation (CBI), Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) said today.
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After NADA’s clean-chit, Narsingh Yadav secures UWW go ahead for Rio Olympics
Other Sports | Aug 03, 2016, 04:23 PM ISTthe United World Wrestling (UWW) today cleared his path to the Rio Olympics, though he will have to wait for a WADA clearance as well.
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Doping controversy: PM Modi intervenes, says truth must come out on allegations against wrestler Narsingh Yadav
Other Sports | Jul 25, 2016, 05:59 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi today said that the truth in the controversy must come out and asked the Wrestling Federation of India to put forth a clear picture in the entire matter.
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Eight Indian female wrestlers for Jr World Championship
Other Sports | Aug 07, 2015, 02:26 PM ISTNew Delhi: The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Friday announced an eight-member women's team for the Junior World Championships to be held in Salvador da Bahia, Brazil, from August 10 to 15.The team was
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Wrestlers Amit, Yogeshwar Qualify For London Olympics, Sushil Kumar Fails
India | Mar 31, 2012, 10:06 AM ISTNew Delhi, Mar 31: Indian wrestlers Amit Kumar and Yogeshwar Dutt have qualified for the 2012 London Olympics after bagging and gold and a silver medal in their respective categories, a press release from Wrestling