Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public rally in Haryana's Sonipat district for the upcoming state assembly elections. He praised the BJP-led government's progress in Haryana and highlighted the peaceful voting in Jammu and Kashmir. He also paid homage to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya and urged voters to support the BJP for another term. The enthusiasm and excitement for the Haryana elections were evident as PM Modi addressed the rally.
Sonipat's Sumit Antil has made India proud once again by breaking the Paralympics javelin record not once, but twice during the F64 final at the 2024 Paralympics in Paris. Antil's impressive 70.59-meter throw secured him the gold medal and a new world record, surpassing his own record set at the Tokyo Paralympics in 2021. Antil's consistent performance and dedication to the sport have solidified India's presence in global athletics and inspired countless athletes worldwide.
In a record-breaking achievement, the Flag Foundation of India and O.P. Jindal Global University successfully created the largest human waving national flag, with 7368 participants, at the JGU campus in Sonipat. The event was endorsed by the Guinness World Records and marks the 15th anniversary of the university. This symbol of national pride and unity showcases the university's commitment to excellence and innovation in shaping the future of India through education.
At the wrestling national trials in Sonipat, India, former national champion Rohit pulled off a major upset by defeating Olympic bronze medalist Bajrang Punia. The event also saw rising stars like Udit and Aman Sehrawat making their mark by defeating established stars like Ravi Dahiya. Both Dahiya and Bajrang faced setbacks at the trials, indicating a possible change of guard in Indian wrestling.
O.P. Jindal Global University in Sonipat, Haryana has officially launched the Jindal India Institute (JII) as a strategic think tank to promote India's successes and potential on a global scale. This is the first institution of its kind within a private university, aiming to decolonize the study and portrayal of India and raise awareness about its achievements through evidence-based, multidisciplinary research.