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India Dominates World Para Athletics GP with 134 Medals
India concluded an extraordinary journey at the 2025 World Para Athletics Grand Prix, topping the medals table with an impressive haul of 134 medals—comprising 45 gold, 40 silver, and 49 bronze. The exceptional performances from athletes across various track and field events underscored the host nation’s growing prowess in para-athletics on the international stage.
The final day of the Grand Prix was filled with thrilling highlights. In the Women’s 200m T35–T38, Australia’s Rhiannon Clarke took home the gold, while Margarita Goncharova from the Neutral Para Athletes team secured silver. India’s Preeti Pal, who had previously earned a silver, added to her tally by clinching bronze. Legendary Australian athlete Vanessa Low won gold in the Women’s Long Jump T38, T44, and T61 with a stellar jump of 4.96 meters. Zhanana Fekolina captured silver, while India’s Bhavani Munniyandi achieved a well-deserved bronze with a jump of 3.51 meters.
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In the Men’s Shot Put F40–F41, Denis Gnezdilov of the Neutral Para Athletes secured gold, followed by Aiaal Sivtsev with silver, while India’s Ravi Rangoli earned bronze.
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The Men’s 200m T35 event witnessed Dmitrii Safronov from the Neutral Para Athletes taking gold with a time of 24.20 seconds. India’s Vinay earned silver in 29.58 seconds, while Abhishek Babasaheb Jadhav claimed bronze in 31.55 seconds. The Men’s 200m T37 saw the Neutral Para Athletes dominate, achieving a clean sweep of the podium.
India celebrated an unforgettable moment by achieving a podium sweep in the Men’s Shot Put F11–F20 category, as Sagar secured gold with a throw of 11.47 meters, followed closely by Janka Singh with silver at 9.91 meters and Balaji Rajendran with bronze at 9.89 meters. In the Women’s Long Jump T20–T37, Irina Sapanzha clinched gold with a leap of 5.35 meters, while Valentina won silver at 5.16 meters, and India’s Bhuvi Agarwal captured bronze with 4.16 meters.
In the Men’s Shot Put F33–F34 event, Uzbekistan’s Sarvarbek won gold and Husan claimed bronze, while India’s Devershee earned silver. India’s Mit Bharatbhai Patel secured silver in the Men’s 200m T44 with a time of 26.68 seconds, and Ankur also took home silver in his classification with a time of 31.23 seconds.
In the Men’s 200m T61–T64, Japan’s Yuma Tamaki claimed gold with a throw of 24.16 meters, while India’s Pranav Prashant earned silver with 24.75 meters, and Naresh secured bronze. India continued its dominance in field events with a clean sweep in the Women’s Discus Throw F56–F57, where Fatima, Suman Bala, and Asha Jalandar captured gold, silver, and bronze, respectively.
In the Men’s Shot Put F35–F37, Uzbekistan’s Kudratillokhon took gold with a throw of 14.89 meters, Alan Kokoity clinched silver with 14.68 meters, and Albert from the Neutral Para Athletes captured bronze. India concluded the event on a high note with another podium sweep in the Men’s 5000m T11–T12 event, as Sharath won gold, Saurabh took silver, and Ankur earned bronze.
The performances on the final day not only solidified India’s lead atop the medal tally but also showcased the country’s emergence as a formidable force in the world of para-athletics.
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Sports
Historic Test Debut in Guwahati as South Africa Reach 247/6 on Day 1
On the first day of the second Test between India and South Africa at Barsapara Stadium, South Africa made a strong start, reaching 247 for 6 at stumps.The venue, Barsapara Cricket Stadium, hosted its very first Test match in history — making the day special for Guwahati and cricket in Assam.

South African skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss and chose to bat first.Their openers, Aiden Markram (38) and Ryan Rickelton (35), gave a solid start with a partnership of 82 runs.Later, Tristan Stubbs added 49 before getting out, while Bavuma made 41.
India fought back well thanks to a strong performance by spinner Kuldeep Yadav. He picked up 3 wickets and gave away only 48 runs in 17 overs.Ravindra Jadeja also chipped in with an important wicket, dismissing Bavuma. In the final over before stumps, Mohammed Siraj struck, getting Tony de Zorzi out.At the end of play, Senuran Muthusamy was unbeaten on 25, and Kyle Verreynne was 1 not out.
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The light became a concern late in the day. As visibility dropped, play was stopped, and light issues forced the umpires to call it a day early.Overall, India ended Day 1 with a degree of satisfaction. The bowling attack showed discipline, especially through their spinners, and they managed to check the South African momentum.
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India A Post 297/4 as Vaibhav Suryavanshi Smashes 144 Off 42 Balls
India A began their Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 campaign with a huge total against the UAE in Doha. Captain Jitesh Sharma won the toss and chose to bat first. Vaibhav Suryavanshi then produced a stunning innings. He scored 144 runs from just 42 balls. His knock included 11 fours and 15 sixes.

Suryavanshi reached his fifty in 17 balls. He completed his century in only 32 balls. He added 163 runs for the second wicket with Naman Dhir, who made 34. Jitesh Sharma also played a quick innings and scored a fast fifty.
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India A finished at 297 for 4 in 20 overs. The team now holds a strong position in the match.
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Sri Lankan Players Express Security Fears in Pakistan, Board Urges Them to Stay
Some Sri Lankan cricketers in Pakistan have asked to return home after a bomb blast in Islamabad killed 12 people on Wednesday. The team is currently playing a three-match ODI series in Rawalpindi, which is close to Islamabad.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said in a statement that it had spoken to the players and assured them of their safety. The board is working with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and local authorities to ensure full security.
SLC has directed all players and staff to continue the tour. It warned that if anyone still chooses to return, replacements will be sent and a review will be held later.
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Pakistan and Sri Lanka are also set to play a T20I tri-series with Zimbabwe from November 17 to 29 in Rawalpindi and Lahore. PCB chief and Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is overseeing the security arrangements for all three teams.
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