After a photo of French President Emmanuel Macron and Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony went viral, social media was divided on the level of appropriate intimacy displayed. While some argued it was a cultural norm, others criticized the gesture as indecent. The controversy has also brought attention to potential impacts on Oudéa-Castéra's career. Meanwhile, the opening ceremony itself has been facing backlash for various reasons, including a distasteful parody and 'tacky' uniforms. However, the spotlight has also shone on India's Swapnil Kusale, a rail ticket clerk turned Olympic medalist in rifle shooting, whose family and employers are celebrating his achievement.