The Indian Olympic wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification and subsequent retirement from the ongoing Paris Olympics has sparked a political debate. Opposition parties have accused the ruling BJP and Wrestling Federation of India chief, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, of being involved in a conspiracy against Phogat. The BJP's response to the incident has been seen as "arrogant" and has opened discussions about the treatment of athletes and the role of government in their training and performance.
In a major boost for the Congress party ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections, Olympic wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia have joined the party. At a press event, both wrestlers spoke out against the BJP, accusing them of not standing with them during their protests against sexual harassment allegations against former WFI chief Brij Bhusan Singh. They also called out the BJP's IT cell for allegedly celebrating Phogat's disqualification at the Paris Olympics, and stressed that the Congress and other parties were the ones who stood with them.
Vinesh Phogat, Olympic wrestler, and Bajrang Punia, Indian wrestler, joined the Congress party in New Delhi on September 6, 2024. In response, the party announced Phogat as their candidate for the Julana constituency in the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections. Meanwhile, Punia was appointed as the working chairman of the All India Kisan Congress and is unlikely to run in the Haryana polls. The party also released its first list of candidates for the elections, including former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and State unit chief Udai Bhan.
Despite several political offers, Sakshi Malik has decided not to join the Congress party as she wants to continue her fight for women in wrestling. She believes that joining a political party would send the wrong message and distract from her cause. While her fellow Olympians Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat have chosen to join Congress, Sakshi Malik remains apolitical and focused on her fight against exploitation in the wrestling industry, specifically against one person - Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.
A recent investigation has uncovered the secret lives of Vladimir Putin's two sons, Ivan and Vladimir Jr, who reside in a fortified hideaway in Valdai, Russia. These children, aged nine and five, are allegedly the result of the Russian president's long-term relationship with retired Olympic gymnast, Alina Kabaeva. Living a luxurious, isolated life with round-the-clock staff and personal security from the FSB, the boys enjoy playing with Lego sets and have regular visits from their father, who plays ice hockey with them. While Putin tries to shield his sons from Western influences, they are reportedly fans of Disney characters, much to the president's annoyance.
After a tragic disqualification from the Paris Olympics due to being slightly over the weight limit, top Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from the sport. The wrestling community is stunned by her unexpected decision. Fellow athlete Bajrang Punia's tweet shows the support and admiration she has from her colleagues, raising questions about who or what truly defeated Vinesh Phogat.
Responding to the news of Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia joining the Indian National Congress ahead of the Haryana Assembly Polls, Olympic medalist Sakshi Malik stated that she will not be taking a political plunge like her comrades. Malik, who was at the forefront of the protest against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, stated that her fight was against him alone and she remains apolitical in order to stay true to the cause of women in wrestling. She also emphasized on the importance of continuing their agitation until the exploitation of women in the sport ends.
Vinesh Phogat, a former India wrestler and Officer on Special Duty with the Indian Railways, has announced her resignation from the position due to personal reasons. Her resignation has led to speculation about her potential entry into the Congress party, particularly after meeting with party leader Rahul Gandhi earlier this week. Phogat, who recently retired from wrestling following a disqualification at the Paris Olympics, cited family circumstances as the reason for her decision to resign. As the situation develops, the sports and political communities will be watching closely to see Phogat's next steps.
In a surprising move, former Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her resignation from the Indian Railways, citing personal reasons. The speculations are rife that she will be joining the Congress party. The 30-year-old wrestler had recently retired from wrestling after being disqualified from the 50kg gold medal match at the Paris Olympics. This decision comes as a shock to many, as Vinesh had previously appealed against her disqualification.
A new report from the Dossier Centre has revealed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has two secret sons with former Olympic gymnast Alina Kabaeva, whom he allegedly became engaged to in 2008. The report, titled 'Succession', details how Putin's sons Ivan, 9, and Vladimir Jr, 5, live in lavish homes and are taught by a private tutor. Despite being heavily guarded and living in palaces owned by their father, the children reportedly have a love for Disney characters, much to the annoyance of their iron-fisted father.