A Delhi court has directed the immediate reinstatement of security for women wrestlers set to testify in the sexual harassment case against former Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. The move follows claims by wrestler Vinesh Phogat that Delhi Police withdrew their security. The court also demanded a detailed report from the Deputy Commissioner of Police on the security withdrawal. The Delhi Police denied the allegations, calling the security lapse a routine issue. The case involves serious charges of sexual harassment and intimidation against Singh, with ongoing protests from wrestlers.

Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese footballer, launched his YouTube channel on Wednesday, August 21, and quickly set a new record for the fastest to reach 1 million subscribers, achieving the milestone in just 90 minutes. By the end of the day, his channel had already surpassed 11 million subscribers. Ronaldo announced the launch through his social media accounts, where he commands massive followings: 112.5 million on X, 170 million on Facebook, and 636 million on Instagram. Fans eagerly subscribed to his YouTube channel to get a glimpse into his life off the field, driving the channel's rapid and unprecedented growth.

India's Sheetal Devi, a talented armless archer, will compete in her first Paralympic Games in Paris on August 29. She will face 140 athletes from around the world in the Para archery event, with 9 gold medals up for grabs. China, the current champions, will be the team to beat. The competition begins with a ranking round on August 29, followed by medal events starting August 31. Devi's participation marks a significant milestone in her career, and her performance will be closely watched by fans and supporters worldwide.

Diana Pundole has made history as the first Indian woman to win the national car racing championship. The Pune native clinched the title in the saloon category of the MRF Indian National Car Racing Championship 2024, held in Chennai. Pundole’s journey began eight years ago when she, then a teacher, was invited to compete in a national talent hunt among 200 women. After rigorous trials, she emerged as one of the top contenders. On Sunday, Pundole, a mother of two, secured the championship in a race featuring both men and women. Her victory, achieved on her birthday weekend, breaks gender barriers and sets a new milestone for women in Indian motorsports.

Jay Shah, Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is expected to become the next chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Current ICC Chairman Greg Barclay will step down at the end of his term in November 2024. Barclay announced his resignation during a video conference with ICC directors, including Cricket Australia’s chairman Mike Baird, after Shah indicated he had the support needed to succeed him. This transition occurs amidst a $3 billion media rights dispute between the ICC and broadcaster Star. Barclay has served as ICC chair since November 2020, with re-election in 2022.

Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, who made history as the first athlete from independent India to win two individual medals in the same Olympics, is taking the internet by storm with her latest video. Following her success at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she won bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol and the 10m air pistol mixed team event, Bhaker was seen dancing to "Kala Chashma" at a felicitation ceremony. The video, featuring Bhaker dancing with school children, has gone viral. Earlier, she met PM Narendra Modi, showcasing her medals and discussing her achievements.

Vinesh Phogat’s appeal against her disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024 was rejected by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on August 14. CAS released a 24-page verdict, explaining that Vinesh was disqualified for exceeding the 50 kg weight limit before the final. Despite her arguments about hydration, menstrual cycle, and travel time affecting her weight, CAS ruled that the rules were clear with no tolerance for exceeding the weight limit. The court rejected her plea for a joint silver medal, stating there was no basis to alter the rules. Vinesh has returned to India, uncertain about her future in wrestling.

Vinesh Phogat returned to her village, Balali, after the Paris Olympics and received a grand welcome from her supporters. Despite her disqualification at the Olympics, Vinesh expressed a strong desire to train young women wrestlers from her village to achieve greater success than she did. She urged the community to support these future athletes and vowed to share her knowledge with them. Though uncertain about her future in wrestling, Vinesh emphasized her commitment to fighting for justice and empowering women in her village.

In Balali, Haryana, Vinesh Phogat's return from the Paris Olympics was met with a heartwarming celebration. Villagers, including a 10-year-old boy named Anshaj Kumar, guarded 750 kilograms of desi ghee laddoos prepared for the occasion. Despite missing an Olympic medal, Phogat was showered with love, donations, and gifts, including a pagdi and a sword. Villagers expressed pride in their "chhori" with emotional tributes, highlighting her bravery and achievements. The celebration continued late into the night, with residents of all ages honoring Phogat as their hero.

Fans of Mohun Bagan and East Bengal united outside Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium on Sunday to protest the rape and murder of a thirty-one-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Hospital. Despite the Durand Cup match between the two teams being canceled due to the situation, fans gathered in large numbers, holding club flags and demanding justice. The Bidhan Nagar police lathicharged the protesters and detained several as they tried to disperse the crowd. All India Football Federation president Kalyan Chaubey criticized the situation, stating, "Law and order has completely collapsed in West Bengal."