FIH accepts Narinder Batra's resignation, set to appoint acting president
In a letter to the executive board of the FIH, based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the 65-year-old businessman-cum-sports administrator, said, "Due to personal reasons, I submit my resignation from the post of president, FIH. Thank you for your support and guidance.
Jul 18, 2022, 19:24 PM IST
Narinder Batra resigns as president of Indian Olympic Association
Narinder Batra on Wednesday confirmed that he will not run for a further term as President of the Indian Olympic Association
May 25, 2022, 17:33 PM IST
CBI registers enquiry against IOA chief Narinder Batra for Hockey India funds misuse
It was alleged in the complaint that Rs 35 lakh of Hockey India funds was used for the personal benefits of Batra, the officials said.
Apr 06, 2022, 18:29 PM IST
Two Hockey India employees diagnosed with coronavirus
29 out of 31 employees were tested and apart from the two that tested positive, two more tested inconclusive and will be tested again.
May 30, 2020, 17:21 PM IST
Ex-players getting into coaching has helped Indian athletes: Gagan Narang
The 36-year-old had earlier expressed his desire to represent India at the Olympics for the fifth time.
Aug 28, 2019, 19:03 PM IST
IOA chief writes to Kiren Rijiju proposing 2022 CWG boycott over shooting snub
It is the first time since 1970 that shooting won`t be seen at the Commonwealth Games and only the second since its first inclusion in 1966.
Jul 28, 2019, 09:36 AM IST
Hockey chief coach Harendra Singh complains about food quality in SAI Bangalore, IOA draws SAI's attention
Chief coach of Indian men's team Harendra Singh has complained to Hockey India about the sub-standard quality of food and hygiene level at the SAI centre in Bengaluru, where the national team is
Jun 11, 2018, 19:13 PM IST
IOA seeks meeting with Ministry on Sports Code, warns of another suspension by IOC
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has asked Sports Ministry to initiate a dialogue on proposed changes in the draft Sports Code, with a veiled warning that any unilateral action on the part of the
Jun 10, 2018, 19:23 PM IST
International Hockey Federation issues warning to Narinder Batra for his outburst in Sardar Singh questioning issue
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Tuesday issued a warning to its president Narinder Batra and fined him for his outburst against English law enforcement authorities during the Hockey World League Semi-Final in London last year.
Apr 24, 2018, 20:00 PM IST
India on the right path to become a sporting powerhouse, says IOA chief Narinder Batra
After the Indian contingent finished third in the medals tally at the just concluded 21st Commonwealth Games (CWG), an elated Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Chief Narinder Dhruv Batra on Monday said the nation is on the right path to become a sporting powerhouse.
Apr 16, 2018, 15:32 PM IST
Sports Minister assures IOA of clearing 'extra officials' in CWG contingent
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Thursday said that Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore has assured it to have a re-look at government's policy of not clearing 'extra officials' for the coming Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Gold Coast.
Mar 22, 2018, 21:13 PM IST
IOA, Sports Ministry at loggerheads over officials for Commonwealth Games
Less than two weeks before the Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Gold Coast, Australia, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and the Sports Ministry are at loggerheads over approving names of officials in the Indian contingent.
Mar 22, 2018, 16:38 PM IST
Only cricket can function without government grants in India, says IOA president Narinder Batra
Indian Olympic Association president Narinder Batra today made it clear that the national sports governing body cannot send the athletes for the upcoming Commonwealth Games on its own cost as it still needs government grant for its functioning.
Feb 26, 2018, 16:13 PM IST
'Double' celebration for Arthur Van Doren at Hockey Star Awards
It was double celebration for Belgium's Arthur Van Doren after he was named as 'Male Player of the Year' as well as 'Male Rising Star of the Year' at the International Hockey Federation's (FIH) 2017 Hockey Star Awards.
Feb 06, 2018, 15:28 PM IST
IOA chief Narinder Batra defends controversial appointment of Pawandeep Kohli
Indian Olympic Association president Narinder Batra on Saturday stood by the appointment of Pawandeep Singh Kohli as chairman of its medical commission, a move that raised a few eyebrows.
Jan 13, 2018, 20:18 PM IST
Pakistan Hockey Federation invites Narinder Batra for World XI matches
To create hype and symbolise the visit by the international eleven side, the PHF has also invited several hockey legends from different countries for the matches.
Dec 28, 2017, 18:47 PM IST
IOA to take up implementation of TOPS scheme with Sports Ministry
Batra was reacting to the recent statement of Abhinav Bindra, India's lone individual Olympic gold medalist, who emphasised on the need to improve 'the overall depth of professional support for athletes'.
Dec 27, 2017, 17:21 PM IST
New president Narinder Batra takes charge in IOA
Former secretary general and the honorary member of the International Olympic Committee from India Randhir Singh has been made the IOA life president.
Dec 15, 2017, 21:06 PM IST
FIH chief Narinder Batra elected unopposed as IOA President
Batra's election to the top post was a mere formality after Asian Tennis Federation President Anil Khanna withdrew from the race last week.
Dec 14, 2017, 17:57 PM IST
IOA elections: Anil Khanna withdraws nomination from president's post
The IOA elections will be held on December 14.
Dec 07, 2017, 18:18 PM IST
