Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra nominated for Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year Award 2022

India's golden boy Neeraj Chopra, who clinched the gold medal in javelin throw, at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 has been nominated at the prestigeous Laureus awards. 

Feb 02, 2022, 16:32 PM IST

Neeraj Chopra ‘humbled and honoured’ to receive Param Vishisht Seva Medal and Padma Shri awards

Neeraj Chopra was conferred with the Arjuna Award in 2018 and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) in 2020 for his excellence in sports. Chopra was enrolled into the 4 Rajputana Rifles as a Naib Subedar on May 15, 2016.

Jan 26, 2022, 06:44 AM IST

Republic Day 2022: Tokyo Games heroes Neeraj Chopra, Devendra Jhajharia and others come together to recite National Anthem

Featuring in the video, released  via social media channels, are 18 of India’s medalists at the Tokyo Games both Olympics and Paralympics. 

Jan 26, 2022, 06:31 AM IST

Neeraj Chopra gets Padma Shri: Check TOP achievements of javelin thrower – In Pics

India's Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra will be conferred with the Padma Shri. Here's a sneak peek of his top sporting achievements.

Jan 25, 2022, 22:40 PM IST

Neeraj Chopra to be conferred with Padma Shri, Devendra Jhajharia gets Padma Bhushan

On the eve of the 73rd Republic Day, the Centre announced that the Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra will be conferred with the Padma Shri, while para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia was named for the prestigious Padma Bhushan.

Jan 25, 2022, 20:38 PM IST

Neeraj Chopra to be awarded with THIS medal on Republic Day

Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra is a Subedar in the Indian Army. He had enrolled in 4 Rajputana Rifles as a direct entry to Naib Subedar in 2016. He was chosen for training at the Mission Olympics Wing and Army Sports Institute in Pune.

Jan 25, 2022, 18:35 PM IST

Martin Malik sets world record in boxing punch

Eight-year-old child Martin Malik has so far held 8 world records and two national and two Asian records. Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra has also praised Martin for making a world record.

Jan 24, 2022, 11:38 AM IST

Republic Day 2022: Life-size replica of Neeraj Chopra to be showcased in Haryana tableau during parade

Neeraj Chopra scripted history in August 2021 by becoming the first athlete from the country to win an Olympic gold medal in a track and field event.

Jan 23, 2022, 08:40 AM IST

A Neeraj Chopra is born on internet: U18 javelin thrower Rohan Yadav's training video goes viral - WATCH

After Neeraj Chopra's record 87.58m throw at the Tokyo Olympics 2020, craze for the sport has only grown in the country. 

Jan 19, 2022, 18:03 PM IST

Tokyo gold-medallist Neeraj Chopra says World Championships are his focus in 2022

Chopra celebrated his 24th birthday last month in California, where he is training currently.

Jan 19, 2022, 17:12 PM IST

Neeraj Chopra sweats it out hard in gym in US, says ‘effort and hard work have no substitutes’ – WATCH

It seems like Neeraj is leaving no stone unturned to get back to his best as the star javelin thrower on Sunday (December 9) took to Instagram to post a video of himself in which he can be seen doing a rigorous workout in a gym, which included the tire jump as well.

Jan 09, 2022, 14:20 PM IST

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra turns angel investor, backs One Impression

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra has invested an undisclosed sum on influencer marketing platform One Impression.

Jan 06, 2022, 18:08 PM IST

Neeraj Chopra blames ‘shaadi season’ for fleeing away from India and train in USA

Recently, Neeraj Chopra moved to the US to get away from the unnecessary limelight in order to focus on his training and revive his fitness as he hasn’t participated in any competition after winning gold in Tokyo Olympics.

Jan 04, 2022, 20:59 PM IST

Neeraj Chopra to train with coach Klaus Bartonietz at least till 2024 Paris Olympics after AFI extend contract

Klaus Bartonietz took charge as Neeraj Chopra’s coach from compatriot and former world record holder javelin thrower Uwe Hohn during the youngster's rehabilitation and recovery process after an elbow surgery in 2018. 

Jan 03, 2022, 09:20 AM IST

From Virat Kohli's 71st ton to Neeraj Chopra breaking 90m mark: Five wishes of Indian fans in 2022

Here's a list of wishes an Indian sports fan hopes come true in the new year. 

Jan 01, 2022, 15:45 PM IST

From a celebrity life in India to an apartment room in California, Neeraj Chopra brings change to succeed in 2022

Tokyo Olympics 2020 gold medal winner Neeraj Chopra explains his plans for 2022

Dec 31, 2021, 12:18 PM IST

DNA: What Indians searched most on the Internet in 2021?

Google has recently released its year-end list about the most-searched topics in India in 2021. The IPL has emerged as the most searched topic whereas many people were kept searching about Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra and his caste.

Dec 30, 2021, 23:14 PM IST

Neeraj Chopra gained close to 12 kgs after Olympics gold, says he has lost 5 kgs in last three weeks

The 24-year-old Track and Field athlete from Haryana in India said that after coming from Tokyo he set himself free to eat anything and everything, especially the sweets (mithais). 

Dec 30, 2021, 11:47 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

Happy Birthday Neeraj Chopra: Wishes pour in for 'Golden Boy' as he turns 24

Neeraj Chopra turns 24 and Twitter showers him with birthday wishes.

Dec 24, 2021, 18:17 PM IST