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    India won double gold medals in Chess Olympiad

    India’s teams delivered outstanding performances at the 45th International Chess Federation (FIDE) Chess Olympiad, held in Budapest, Hungary. Both the men’s and women’s teams won the Gold on 22 September 2024.

    In the open section, India’s men’s team secured their first-ever gold, with Arjun Erigaisi’s crucial win over Slovenia’s Jan Subelj in the final round. China, who was in second place, lost points to the USA, allowing India to officially claim the title. The men’s team included Gukesh D, Praggnanandhaa R, Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi, Pentala Harikrishna, and Srinath Narayanan.

    The Indian women’s team also won gold, defeating Azerbaijan 3.5-0.5 in the final. The women’s team featured Harika Dronavalli, Vaishali Rameshbabu, Divya Deshmukh, Vantika Agrawal, Tania Sachdev, and captain Abhijit Kunte.

    India’s men’s hockey team won the Men’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024

    India’s men’s hockey team won the Men’s Asian Champions Trophy for the fifth time on September 17, 2024 at Hulunbuir, China. India defeated China 1-0 in a closely contested final.

    Jugraj Singh scored the decisive goal in the 51st minute, while captain Harmanpreet Singh led a strong defense to secure the win. India remained undefeated throughout the tournament, with key victories against Japan, Malaysia, and Korea in the semifinals.

    Asian Champions Trophy 2024: India reaches the final by defeating South Korea 4-1

    In the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament, India reached the final by defeating South Korea 4-1 in Hulunbuir, China on September 16. Harmanpreet Singh scored two goals, while Uttam Singh and Jarmanpreet Singh scored one each. Yang Jihun scored the only goal for South Korea.

    India will now play against China in the final on September 17, aiming for their second consecutive gold. In the first semifinal, China beat Pakistan 2-0 in a shootout after a 1-1 draw.

    India is the only unbeaten team, having already defeated China, Japan, Malaysia, Korea, and Pakistan in the tournament.

    Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Men’s Javelin Throw Final at Diamond League

    Neeraj Chopra finished second in the Men’s Javelin Throw Final at the Diamond League in Brussels on 14 September 2024, with a throw of 87.86m. He missed the top spot by just 1 cm, with Anderson Peters (Paris Olympics bronze medallist) winning with 87.87m. Julian Weber of Germany finished third with a throw of 85.97m.

    This is Neeraj’s second consecutive runner-up finish in the Diamond League. In 2023, Neeraj lost to Jakub Vadlejch of the Czech Republic, with a throw of 83.80m compared to Vadlejch’s winning distance of 84.24m.

    Manipur’s T.G. English School won the Junior Boys title of the 63rd Subroto Cup

    Manipur’s T.G. English School won the Junior Boys title of the 63rd Subroto Cup, defeating Meghalaya’s Myngken Christian Higher Secondary School 4-3 in a sudden-death tiebreaker. The final, held at BR Ambedkar Stadium, New Delhi, on 11 September 2024, ended 1-1 in regulation time.

    Manipur’s Namdigong Kamei scored in the 32nd minute, while Meghalaya’s Banpliebok Khongjoh equalized with a penalty in the 64th minute. In the tiebreaker, Meghalaya missed a key spot-kick, giving Manipur the victory. It was the first time in 44 years that a team from Manipur won the Subroto Cup. Despite playing with 10 men for 20 minutes, Manipur secured the title.

    The Subroto Cup, one of Asia’s oldest tournaments, promotes grassroots football development in India.

    India Hockey team enters semifinal of Men’s Asian Champions Trophy

    Indian Hockey team has qualified for the semifinals of the Men’s Asian Champions Trophy after a dominant 8-1 victory over Malaysia in the round-robin stage at Hulunbuir in China on 11 September 2024.

    Rajkumar Pal scored a hattrick, and Araijeet Singh Hundal netted two goals, contributing to India’s third successive win in the tournament. Jugraj Singh, Harmanpreet Singh, and Uttam Singh also added goals. For Malaysia, Akhimullah Anuar scored their only goal.

    India now tops the standings with nine points, and the semifinals will be held on September 16, followed by the final on September 17.

    Jannik Sinner won the US Open Grand Slam title

    Jannik Sinner won the US Open Grand Slam title on September 8, 202 at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City. Sinner, a 23-year-old Italian, defeated American Taylor Fritz in straight sets (6-3, 6-4, 7-5).

    Sinner became the first Italian man to win the singles title at Flushing Meadows. This is Sinner’s second Grand Slam title of the year.

    Sinner solidified his position as world number one, a ranking he achieved earlier in 2024. He joined tennis legends by winning both the Australian Open and the US Open in the same year. Sinner’s 2024 season includes a Tour-leading five titles.

    Q.: Who won the 2024 US Open Grand Slam title in men’s singles?

    A) Novak Djokovic
    B) Daniil Medvedev
    C) Jannik Sinner
    D) Taylor Fritz

    Answer: C) Jannik Sinner
    Jannik Sinner won the US Open Grand Slam title on September 8, 202 at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City.

    India to bid for 2030 Youth Olympics and 2036 Summer Olympics

    India will bid to host the Youth Olympics in 2030 and the Summer Olympics in 2036, as announced by Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on 8 September 2024.

    India’s sports budget has increased significantly from approximately $143 million in 2014-15 to around $470 million currently, contributing to strong performances at the Asian Games (107 medals) and Asian Para Games (111 medals).

    Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha highlighted that the assembly is occurring at a critical time in the evolving global sports landscape, and Olympic moments continue to inspire hope, unity, and peace.

    Paris Paralympics 2024 concluded with a closing ceremony in Paris

    The Paris Paralympics 2024 concluded with a closing ceremony on September 8, 2024, in Paris. The Paris Paralympics demonstrated progress in sports, competition organization, and gender parity.

    4,400 athletes from 168 Paralympic delegations participated in the event.

    The Paralympic flag was passed from Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo to IPC President Andrew Parsons and then to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, as Los Angeles will host the 2028 Paralympics.

    The Indian contingent had its best performance at the Paralympics, winning 29 medals (7 gold, 9 silver, 13 bronze).

    Praveen Kumar won a gold medal in the men’s high jump final at the Paris Paralympics

    Indian para-athlete Praveen Kumar won a gold medal in the men’s high jump final at the Paris Paralympics on 6 Sep 2024. Praveen set a new Asian record with a jump of 2.08 meters. The silver and bronze were won by USA’s Derek Loccident (2.06 meters) and Uzbekistan’s Temurbek Giyazov (2.03 meters), respectively.

    India’s medal tally at the Paralympics has reached 26, including six golds, nine silvers, and 11 bronzes. This is India’s highest gold medal count at a Paralympic Games, surpassing the five golds won at Tokyo 2020.

    Suhas L Yathiraj wins silver medal in men’s badminton at Paralympic Games 2024

    Indian para-badminton star Suhas Lalinakere Yathiraj secured a silver medal in the men’s singles SL4 category at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. In the final match, he faced France’s Lucas Mazur and lost with scores of 9-21 and 13-21.

    Suhas Yathiraj is not only a remarkable athlete but also an IAS officer. He hails from Hassan, Karnataka, and has served in various administrative roles, including as the District Magistrate of Gautam Buddha Nagar and Prayagraj. This silver medal adds to his impressive list of achievements, including a previous silver at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.

    Q.: Name the IAS officer of the UP cadre who won the silver medal in the men’s singles badminton SL4 category at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.

    A) Pramod Bhagat
    B) Tarun Dhillon
    C) Suhas L Yathiraj
    D) Manoj Sarkar

    Ans : C) Suhas L Yathiraj
    Indian para-badminton star Suhas Lalinakere Yathiraj secured a silver medal in the men’s singles SL4 category at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.

    Harvinder Singh became the first Indian to win a Paralympic gold medal in archery

    Harvinder Singh made history by winning India’s first-ever Paralympic gold medal in archery at the Paris 2024 Paralympics on September 4, 2024. Competing in the men’s individual recurve open event, he defeated Poland’s Lukasz Ciszek with a dominant 6-0 victory.

    This gold medal follows his bronze medal win at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, which was India’s first archery medal at the Paralympics. Harvinder’s journey was marked by precision and confidence, impressing the crowd with his accuracy.

    Q.: Who became the first Indian to win a Paralympic gold medal in archery?

    a) Deepa Malik
    b) Devendra Jhajharia
    c) Harvinder Singh
    d) Mariyappan Thangavelu

    Answer: c) Harvinder Singh
    Harvinder Singh win India’s first-ever Paralympic gold medal in archery at the Paris 2024 Paralympics on September 4, 2024.

    ICC World Test Championship final to be held at Lord’s Stadium in London from June 11 to 15, 2025

    The ICC World Test Championship final will be held at Lord’s Stadium in London from June 11 to 15, 2025. This marks the first time Lord’s will host the WTC final, following previous finals in Southampton (2021) and The Oval (2023), where New Zealand and Australia emerged as champions.

    The final will feature the top two teams in the standings, with India currently leading, followed by Australia. Other teams like New Zealand, England, Sri Lanka, South Africa, and Bangladesh are still competing for a spot in the final.

    Q.: Where will the ICC World Test Championship final be held from June 11 to 15, 2025?

    A) The Oval
    B) Lord’s
    C) Eden Gardens
    D) Southampton

    Answer: B) Lord’s
    The ICC World Test Championship final will be held at Lord’s Stadium in London from June 11 to 15, 2025.

    Paris Paralympics 2024: Sumit Antil win gold medal in the men’s javelin throw F64 category

    At the Paris Paralympics 2024, India’s Sumit Antil made history by winning the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw F64 category. This remarkable achievement not only secured him the top spot but also set a new Paralympic record with a throw of 70.59 meters.

    Sumit Antil, who had previously won gold at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, became the first Indian male para-athlete to defend his title at the Paralympics. His performance in Paris was nothing short of spectacular, as he broke his own previous record multiple times during the event. His initial throw of 69.11 meters surpassed his Tokyo record of 68.55 meters, and he further improved with a throw of 70.59 meters on his second attempt.

    Q.: What event did Sumit Antil win a gold medal in at the Paris Paralympics 2024?

    A) Long Jump
    B) Shot Put
    C) Javelin Throw
    D) Discus Throw

    Ans : C) Javelin Throw
    Paris Paralympics 2024, India’s Sumit Antil win the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw F64 category with a throw of 70.59 meters.

    Nitesh Kumar wins gold medal in Para Badminton Men’s Singles SL3 event at Paris 2024 Paralympics

    Nitesh Kumar won the gold medal in the Para Badminton Men’s Singles SL3 event  at the Paris 2024 Paralympics by defeating Great Britain’s Daniel Bethell in a thrilling match with scores of 21-14, 18-21, 23-21. This achievement has brought immense glory to India and served as a source of inspiration for countless individuals.

    Journey of Resilience:
    In 2009, Nitesh faced a life-altering challenge when he lost his leg in a train accident. Despite this setback, his passion for badminton remained strong, and with the unwavering support of his family, he embarked on a journey to become a top para-badminton player.

    Academic and Athletic Excellence:
    Balancing sports and academics, Nitesh achieved success both on and off the court. He is an IIT graduate, showcasing his dedication to personal growth and excellence.

    Q.: In which sport did Nitesh Kumar win his gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympics?

    A) Table Tennis
    B) Badminton
    C) Archery
    D) Tennis

    Answer: B) Badminton
    Nitesh Kumar won the gold medal in the Para Badminton Men’s Singles SL3 event  at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

    Durand Cup 2024: North East United FC defeats Mohun Bagan Super Giant on penalties

    NorthEast United FC won the 133rd Indian Oil Durand Cup by defeating defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant on penalties on 31 August 2024 at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in West Bengal.

    • This is NorthEast United’s maiden Durand Cup title and their first-ever silverware in Indian football.
    • Mohun Bagan had a 2-0 lead in the first half, with goals from Jason Cummings and Sahal Abdul Samad.
    • Alaaeddine Ajaraie and Guillermo Fernandez equalized for NorthEast United in the second half.
    • NorthEast United’s goalkeeper Gurmeet Singh became the hero by saving two penalties.
    • NorthEast United received a winning prize of INR 60,00,000, while Mohun Bagan received INR 30,00,000 as runners-up.
    • Gurmeet Singh won the Golden Glove, Noah Sadaoui won the Golden Boot (6 goals), and Jithin M.S. was awarded Man of the Tournament. Each received INR 5,00,000 in cash prizes.

    Q.: Which team won the 133rd Indian Oil Durand Cup in 2024?

    A) Mohun Bagan Super Giant
    B) NorthEast United FC
    C) Kerala Blasters FC
    D) Bengaluru FC

    Answer: B) NorthEast United FC
    NorthEast United FC won the 133rd Indian Oil Durand Cup by defeating defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant on penalties on 31 August 2024

    Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 from 11 to 20 November at Rajgir, Bihar

    Hockey India announced that the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 will be held at Rajgir, Bihar, from 11th to 20th November 2024. This is a joint effort by Hockey India and the Bihar Government, and it will be the first international hockey tournament in the state.

    Asian Hockey Federation President Dato Fumio Ogura confirmed the event, while Hockey India President Dr. Dilip Tirkey called it a historic moment.

    India, the defending champions, along with China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand, are expected to participate. Last year, the tournament was held in Ranchi, where India won the title.

    Q.: Where will the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 be held from 11th to 20th November 2024?

    A) Ranchi, Jharkhand
    B) Rajgir, Bihar
    C) Tokyo, Japan
    D) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    Answer: B) Rajgir, Bihar

    National Sports Day :  August 29th

    National Sports Day is celebrated annually on August 29th in India. On this day, we commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. In 2012, the Indian government declared his birthday as National Sports Day to honor his immense contributions to sports.

    About Major Dhyan Chand:

    • Born in 1905 in a Rajput family in Allahabad, Major Dhyan Chand was a remarkable hockey player.
    • He was part of the Indian hockey team that secured gold medals in the Olympics of 1928, 1932, and 1936.
    • Over his 22-year career, he scored more than 400 goals!

    Q.: National Sports Day is celebrated annually on August 29th in India to commemorate the birth anniversary of which famous sportsperson?

    a) Milkha Singh
    b) P. T. Usha
    c) Dhyan Chand
    d) Sachin Tendulkar

    Answer: c) Dhyan Chand

    Jay Shah Elected Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC)

    Jay Shah, the current honorary secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has been elected unopposed as the Independent Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). He will assume his position on 1 December, 2024. Current ICC Chairman Greg Barclay would not seek a third term and would step down after his tenure in November this year. 

    Shah’s election marks a significant moment as he becomes the youngest ever chairman of cricket’s governing body. His commitment lies in expanding the global reach and popularity of cricket, especially with its upcoming inclusion in the LA 2028 Olympics.

    Q.: Who has been elected as the youngest ever Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) ?

    A) Sourav Ganguly
    B) Jay Shah
    C) Rahul Dravid
    D) Anil Kumble

    Answer: B) Jay Shah
    Jay Shah, the current honorary secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has been elected unopposed as the Independent Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). He will assume his position on 1 December, 2024.

    India Team for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024; Harmanpreet Kaur is Captain

    Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the Indian squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Smriti Mandhana is named vice-captain.

    The squad includes Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper), Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, and Sajana Sajeevan. Wicketkeeper Yastika Bhatia and all-rounder Shreyanka Patil are included, subject to fitness.

    The 9th edition of the tournament will be held in the UAE from October 3 to 20, 2024, in Dubai and Sharjah. India is in Group A with Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

    Q.: Who is captain of the Indian team for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024?

    a) Smriti Mandhana
    b) Deepti Sharma
    c) Harmanpreet Kaur
    d) Shafali Verma

    Answer: c) Harmanpreet Kaur
    The 9th edition of the tournament will be held in the UAE from October 3 to 20, 2024, in Dubai and Sharjah.

    Paris 2024 Paralympic Games from August 28 to September 8, 2024

    The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will be held from August 28 to September 8, 2024. This marks the first time France will host the Summer Paralympics. The event will feature around 4,400 athletes competing in 549 medal events across 22 sports.

    This time, India is sending its largest contingent ever in the history of games, with 84 athletes.

    The Games aim to promote inclusivity and showcase the incredible talents of para-athletes from around the world.

    Q.: When and where will the 2024 Paralympic Games be held?

    A) July 24 to August 9, 2024, in Tokyo
    B) August 28 to September 8, 2024, in Paris
    C) September 1 to September 15, 2024, in London
    D) August 15 to August 25, 2024, in Los Angeles

    Ans : B) August 28 to September 8, 2024, in Paris
    The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will be held from August 28 to September 8, 2024.

    Tanvi Patri clinches girls’ U-15 Singles title at Asia Championships Championships

    Tanvi Patri, India’s top junior badminton player, won the U-15 girls’ singles title at the Asia Under-17 & Under-15 junior championships in Chengdu, China on 25 Aug 2024.

    • Tanvi defeated Vietnam’s second seed, Nguyen Thi Thu Huygen, 22-20, 21-11 in the final.
    • The 13-year-old won the title without dropping a single game and defeated Thailand’s sixth seed, Kungkaew Kakanik, in the semifinals with a score of 21-19, 21-10.
    • In the U-17 boys’ singles, Gnana Dattu TT lost to Indonesia’s Radithya Bayu Wardhana, 9-21, 21-13, 21-13, and earned a bronze medal.
    • India previously won gold in U-15 boys’ singles and silver in U-17 girls’ singles.
    • Notable past winners in the U-15 girls’ singles category include Samiya Imad Farooqui (2017) and Tasnim Mir (2019).

    Q.: Who won the U-15 girls’ singles title at the Asia Under-17 & Under-15 junior badminton championships in Chengdu, China in 2024?

    a) Tasnim Mir
    b) Samiya Imad Farooqui
    c) Tanvi Patri
    d) Nguyen Thi Thu Huygen

    Answer: c) Tanvi Patri
    Tanvi Patri, won the U-15 girls’ singles title at the Asia Under-17 & Under-15 junior badminton championships in Chengdu, China on 25 Aug 2024.

    Indian women won first-ever team title at U17 Wrestling World Championships

    Indian Women’s Team won its first-ever team title with 185 points, ahead of Japan (146 points) and Kazakhstan (79 points) at Under-17 World Wrestling Championship in Amman, Jordan, (Aug 19-25, 2024).

    Indian women team win eight medals, including five gold, one silver and three bronze. Aditi Kumari (43kg), Neha Sangwan (57kg), Pulkit (65kg), Mansi Lather (73kg) and Kajal(69kg) had won Gold in their respective categories.

    Total Medals for India: India won a total of 10 medals in the championship, including two bronze in Greco-Roman wrestling.

    Q.: Which country won the first-ever team title in women’s wrestling at the Under-17 World Wrestling Championship 2024?

    (a) Japan
    (b) Kazakhstan
    (c) India
    (d) USA

    Answer: (c) India
    Indian Women’s Team won its first-ever team title with 185 points, ahead of Japan (146 points) and Kazakhstan (79 points) at Under-17 World Wrestling Championship in Amman, Jordan, (Aug 19-25, 2024).

    Neeraj Chopra finished second in the men’s javelin throw at the Lausanne Diamond League 2024

    Neeraj Chopra finished second in the men’s javelin throw at the Lausanne Diamond League 2024 in Switzerland on 23 Aug 2024. Neeraj Chopra achieved a season-best throw of 89.49 metres.

    Winner: Anderson Peters from Grenada won the event with a throw of 90.61 metres in his final attempt.

    Other Participants:

    • Julian Weber (Germany) finished third with a throw of 87.08 metres.
    • Jakub Vadlejch (world no. 1) finished seventh with 82.03 metres.
    • Roderick Genki Dean (Japan) finished fifth with a season-best of 83.19 metres.

    Q.: Where did Neeraj Chopra achieve his season-best throw of 89.49 metres, finishing second in the men’s javelin throw event in August 2024?

    a) Brussels Diamond League
    b) Paris Olympics
    c) Lausanne Diamond League
    d) Tokyo Diamond League

    Answer: c) Lausanne Diamond League

    ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 shifted to UAE from Bangladesh

    The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 has been relocated to the UAE due to political instability in Bangladesh. Originally scheduled to be held in Bangladesh, the tournament will now take place from October 3 to October 20, 2024, in Dubai and Sharjah. The dates for the event remain unchanged.

    This will be the ninth edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will retain its hosting rights and co-host the event with the Emirates Cricket Board. Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe had also submitted bids to host the tournament, but the UAE was selected.

    Q.: Why was the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 relocated to the UAE from Bangladesh?

    a) Financial issues
    b) Political instability in Bangladesh
    c) Weather concerns
    d) Lack of infrastructure in Bangladesh

    Answer: b) Political instability in Bangladesh
    The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 has been relocated to the UAE due to political instability in Bangladesh. Originally scheduled to be held in Bangladesh, the tournament will now take place from October 3 to October 20, 2024, in Dubai and Sharjah.

    Hockey India retires jersey number 16 in honour of PR Sreejesh

    Hockey India has retired jersey number 16 from the national senior men’s team in honour of goalkeeper PR Sreejesh. The sports body said that no player from the senior team will wear jersey number 16. Sreejesh recently announced his retirement from Hockey after a successful Paris Olympics.

    Sreejesh’s decision to retire came after an 18-year-long career that included securing back-to-back Olympic bronze medals in 2020 and 2024. Hockey India has also decided to appoint Sreejesh as the coach of the junior men’s hockey team.

    Q.: What major achievement is associated with PR Sreejesh’s hockey career?

    a) Winning a World Cup
    b) Securing back-to-back Olympic bronze medals
    c) Winning the Asian Games
    d) Becoming the highest goal-scorer

    Answer: b) Securing back-to-back Olympic bronze medals
    Hockey India has retired jersey number 16 from the national senior men’s team in honour of goalkeeper PR Sreejesh. Recently, Sreejesh decided to retire after an 18-year-long career that included securing back-to-back Olympic bronze medals in 2020 and 2024.

    CAS dismissed Vinesh Phogat appeal for silver medal in the women’s 50kg event at the Paris Olympics

    Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s application to be awarded a silver medal in the women’s 50kg event at the Paris Olympics was dismissed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Vinesh was disqualified from the final match after exceeding the 50kg weight limit by 100 grams.

    Despite reaching the gold medal match by defeating Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez, her disqualification prevented her from competing against Sarah Ann Hildebrandt of the United States. Vinesh had requested CAS to award her the silver medal, but her application was rejected.

    Following the disqualification, she announced her retirement from wrestling.

    Q.: Why was Vinesh Phogat disqualified from the women’s 50kg final at the Paris Olympics?

    a) She was injured
    b) She was late for the match
    c) She exceeded the 50kg weight limit
    d) She was disqualified due to a technical fault

    Answer: c) She exceeded the 50kg weight limit
    Vinesh was disqualified from the final match after exceeding the 50kg weight limit by 100 grams.

    Paris Olympics 2024 concluded: 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles

    Paris Olympics 2024 concludes with the glittering closing ceremony at Stade de France. The Olympic Games took place from July 26 to August 11, 2024. 

    India’s Performance: India won 6 medals (1 silver, 5 bronze) and finished 71st in the overall medal tally, a drop from their 48th position in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where they won 7 medals (1 gold, 2 silver, 4 bronze).

    Olympic Medal Count:

    • United States: 1st with 126 medals, including 40 gold.
    • China: 2nd with 91 medals, including 40 gold.
    • Japan: 3rd with 45 medals, including 20 gold.
    • Australia: 4th with 53 medals, including 18 gold.

    Next Olympic Game

    2028 Summer Olympics: Scheduled to be held in Los Angeles, marking the third time the city hosts the games (previously in 1932 and 1984). New sports include flag football, cricket, lacrosse, squash, and the return of baseball and softball.

    Q.: In which year will the next Summer Olympics be held, and where?

    a) 2026, Tokyo
    b) 2028, Los Angeles
    c) 2030, Paris
    d) 2028, New York

    Answer: b) 2028, Los Angeles
    2028 Summer Olympics: Scheduled to be held in Los Angeles, marking the third time the city hosts the games (previously in 1932 and 1984).

    Q.: Which new sports will be introduced in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles?

    a) Cricket, Lacrosse, Squash, Flag Football
    b) Kabaddi, Polo, Rugby, Baseball
    c) Surfing, Skateboarding, Karate, Fencing
    d) Table Tennis, Archery, Equestrian, Diving

    Answer: a) Cricket, Lacrosse, Squash, Flag Football
    New sports in 2028 Summer Olympics include flag football, cricket, lacrosse, squash, and the return of baseball and softball.

    Aman Sehrawat won a bronze medal in the Men’s 57kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics

    On August 9, 2024, Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat won a bronze medal in the Men’s 57kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics, defeating Puerto Rico’s Darian Cruz with a score of 13-5. Aman Sehrawat, 21-year-old from Haryana became India’s youngest medal winner at the Olympics, surpassing PV Sindhu’s record, at 21 years and 24 days old.

    This marked India’s sixth medal at the Games and the first in wrestling, continuing the country’s streak of winning wrestling medals at the Olympics since 2008. Despite a strong performance that led him to the semifinals, the 21-year-old from Haryana lost to Japan’s Rei Higuchi 0-10 by technical superiority. Sehrawat began his campaign with a commanding 10-0 victory over North Macedonia’s Vladimir Egorov and followed it with a 12-0 win against Albania’s Zelimkhan Abakarov in the quarterfinals.

    India has now secured five bronze medals and one silver at the Paris Olympics.

    Question: Who is the youngest medal winner for India at the Olympics?

    A) PV Sindhu
    B) Neeraj Chopra
    C) Aman Sehrawat
    D) Sushil Kumar

    Answer: C) Aman Sehrawat
    Explanation:
    Aman Sehrawat became the youngest medal winner for India at the Olympics by clinching a bronze medal in the Men’s 57kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics on August 9, 2024. He achieved this feat at the age of 21 years and 24 days, surpassing the previous record held by PV Sindhu, who won a medal at the age of 22 years.

    India’s men’s hockey team win bronze medal at the Paris Olympics

    India’s men’s hockey team claimed the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics with a thrilling 2-1 win over Spain, led by two goals from captain Harmanpreet Singh.

    The Indian team was initially down by a goal, but Harmanpreet leveled the score just before halftime.

    Spain’s captain, Marc Miralles, had opened the scoring 11 minutes into the second quarter.

    Q.: Which medal did India’s men’s hockey team win at the Paris Olympics 2024, and who scored both goals in their 2-1 victory over Spain?

    A) Gold; Manpreet Singh
    B) Silver; PR Sreejesh
    C) Bronze; Harmanpreet Singh
    D) Bronze; Amit Hohidas

    Answer: C) Bronze; Harmanpreet Singh
    India’s men’s hockey team claimed the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics with a thrilling 2-1 win over Spain, led by two goals from captain Harmanpreet Singh.

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