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Avani Lekhara To Yogesh Kathuniya: Check India's Complete List Of Medal Winners At Paris Paralympics 2024

The Paris Paralympics 2024 have been a stage of incredible performances for Indian athletes, with numerous inspiring stories of perseverance and success. From Avani Lekhara's outstanding shooting prowess to Yogesh Kathuniya's power in discus throw, Indian para-athletes have showcased their determination and skill, bringing home several medals. Here’s a look at the Indian medalists so far at the Paris Paralympics.

Sep 02, 2024, 17:24 PM IST

Ravi Rongali Finishes Fifth In Shot Put F40 Final At Paris Paralympics With Personal Best

India's Ravi Rongali narrowly missed a medal in men's shot put F40, finishing fifth at the Paris Paralympics. While Anita and Narayana faced setbacks in rowing, Avani Lekhara's gold and other shooters' performances contributed to India's total of five medals.

Sep 01, 2024, 18:41 PM IST

Manisha Ramadass Reaches Badminton Semi-Finals, Keeps India's Medal Hopes Alive At Paris Paralympics 2024

Indian para-shuttler Manisha Ramadass advanced to the semi-finals at the Paris Paralympics, aiming to add to India's medal tally, which currently stands at five. 

Sep 01, 2024, 16:20 PM IST

Alia Bhatt Celebrates Indian Athletes' Victory At Paralympics 2024: 'Medals Are Home'

The collage features athletes Avani Lekhara, Mona Agarwal, Manish Narwal and Preeti Pal have all won medals for India.

Sep 01, 2024, 10:47 AM IST

Paris Paralympics 2024 India’s September 01, Day 04 Schedule: List Of Events, Time In IST, Medals, Where To Watch Live Streaming

On Day 4 of the Paris 2024 Paralympics, Indian athletes, including shooter Avani Lekhara and para-badminton players, will compete in multiple events, aiming to secure more medals and boost India's overall performance.

Sep 01, 2024, 10:30 AM IST

Paris Paralympics 2024 India’s August 31 Day 03 Schedule: List Of Events, Time In IST, Medals, Where To Watch Live Streaming

India's medal hopes at the Paris Paralympics on Saturday focus on shooters, following a successful Friday. Para shuttlers, cyclists, rowers, archers, and athletes will also compete in various events. 

Aug 31, 2024, 10:24 AM IST

Avani Lekhara: Know All About India's Double Gold Medal Winner In Paralympics

In 2021 Paralympic Games, Avani made history as she became the first Indian female Paralympian to win two medals—a gold and a bronze—in a single event.

Aug 30, 2024, 18:37 PM IST

Paris Paralympics 2024: Avani Lekhara Clinches Gold, Mona Agarwal Bags Bronze In Women's 10m Air Rifle Final

South Korea's Yunri Lee won the silver medal after finishing in second place with a points of 246.8.

Aug 30, 2024, 17:43 PM IST

Tokyo Paralympics star Avani Lekhara wins gold with WORLD RECORD at Para World Cup

Avani Lekhara bagged the top prize three days after being on the verge of missing the tournament as her coach and escort were initially denied visas. 

Jun 08, 2022, 06:39 AM IST

Women's Day 2022: PV Sindhu to Mithali Raj, Indian sports stars who broke barriers

The day March 8 is being celebrated as 'International Women's Day' all over the world. With the Indian sportswomen making the nation proud with their superlative performances we take a look at those sportswomen who have done exceptionally well for the country. In these collection of pictures, we look at PV Sindhu to Mithali Raj -- sports stars who have broken gender barriers.

Mar 08, 2022, 11:03 AM IST

Neeraj Chopra's gold and other firsts: Top five moments from Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics 2020

A recap of best moments from Tokyo and Paralympics 2020

Dec 24, 2021, 18:19 PM IST

Shooter Avani Lekhara wins bronze, becomes the first Indian woman to win 2 medals in a single Paralympics

India's Avani Lekhara won the bronze medal (2nd medal) in women's 50m rifle at the ongoing Tokyo Paralympics on Friday. Earlier, she had become the first Indian woman to win a gold at the Paralympics in the women's 10m air rifle event. She has also become the first Indian woman to win two medals in a single Paralympics.

Sep 03, 2021, 15:00 PM IST

Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games: Shooter Avani Lekhara adds bronze to her gold medal

Indian paralympic shooter Avani Lekhara adds bronze medal to her shooting gold earlier this week at Tokyo and becomes only 2nd Indian to win multiple medals at Paralympics.

Sep 03, 2021, 11:03 AM IST

DNA: Learn the philosophy of winning the battle of life from these Paralympics players

After Tokyo Olympics, India also performed well in the Paralympic Games held in Tokyo where it has won 10 medals so far. The story of these players also teaches us how to come out of the difficult situations of life and become champions.

Sep 01, 2021, 00:32 AM IST

Anand Mahindra decides to gift a customised SUV to Paralympic gold medallist Avani Lekhara

Mahindra in a tweet announced that the company will dedicate its "first-ever customised sport utility vehicle (SUV) for those with disabilities" to shooter Avani Lekhara.

Aug 30, 2021, 19:58 PM IST

Tokyo Paralympics: From Avani Lekhara to Devendra Jhajharia, all Indian medallists so far

India is currently in 34th place in the medals standings at the Tokyo Paralympics with 7 medals so far. Shooter Avani Lekhara created history by becoming first Indian woman to win a Paralympics gold and also India's first at Tokyo Games. Apart from this Devendra Jhajharia, Bhavina Patel, Nishad Kumar and Yogesh Kathuniya have won silver medals. Here is a list of all medal winners at the Tokyo Paralympics so far.

Aug 30, 2021, 14:09 PM IST

Tokyo Paralympics: Gold medallist Avani Lekhara, archery’s loss is shooting’s gain

This is Avani Lekhara’s first major international medal. She had finished fourth in the last world championship in 2019.

Aug 30, 2021, 10:02 AM IST

Tokyo Paralympics: Avani Lekhara becomes first Indian woman to win gold

Indian para shooter Avani Lekhara became the first woman from India to win a Paralympics gold, when she won the women's 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 title in Tokyo.

Aug 30, 2021, 08:38 AM IST