Five months before Arshad Nadeem's historic gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, he struggled to obtain a new javelin. Indian Olympian Neeraj Chopra, who would later win silver at the Paris 2024 Olympics, publicly supported Nadeem, urging for better resources for the Pakistani athlete. Chopra expressed disbelief that an elite thrower like Nadeem lacked proper equipment, calling on sponsors and federations to step up. This act of sportsmanship preceded Nadeem's record-breaking 92.97-meter throw, which won him Pakistan's first individual Olympic gold medal, highlighting the camaraderie between the two South Asian athletes.

Neeraj Chopra made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics, winning a silver medal in the men's javelin with a throw of 89.45 meters. This achievement makes him the first Indian track-and-field athlete to win medals at consecutive Olympics, following his gold at Tokyo 2020. Neeraj now joins an elite group of Indians with multiple individual Olympic medals, including Sushil Kumar and P.V. Sindhu. Despite his strong performance, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem claimed gold with a record-breaking 92.97-meter throw, marking Pakistan's first Olympic medal since 1992.

Neeraj Chopra's mother, Saroj Devi, won widespread admiration after expressing pride in Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem, who won gold in the Olympic men’s javelin final, surpassing her son’s silver-winning throw. Despite Neeraj’s close loss, Saroj Devi's heartfelt comment, “The one who got the gold is also my child,” showcased true sportsmanship and unity. Fans from India and Pakistan praised her warmth and humility, highlighting the bond between the two athletes. Nadeem’s 92.97m throw secured Pakistan’s first Olympic medal in athletics, while Neeraj’s 89.45m throw earned him the silver.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Neeraj Chopra for winning a silver medal in the men’s javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024. Modi lauded Chopra as “excellence personified,” celebrating his achievement as India’s first track-and-field athlete to win two successive Olympic medals. President Droupadi Murmu and other leaders, including Amit Shah and Nitin Gadkari, also congratulated Chopra, acknowledging his dedication and the inspiration he provides to future athletes. Chopra's 89.45m throw secured the silver, while Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem set a new Olympic record with a 92.97m throw to win gold.

Vinesh Phogat's plea against her disqualification from the Paris 2024 Olympics was accepted by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). The wrestler, disqualified for being 100 grams overweight in the women's 50kg final, will have her hearing at 10 am local time (1:30 pm IST) today. Vinesh had appealed for a joint silver medal, after her initial plea to participate in the final was denied. The Indian government has appointed renowned lawyer Harish Salve to represent her at the CAS hearing.

Neeraj Chopra's season-best throw of 89.45m at the Paris Olympics 2024 javelin final secured him the silver medal. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem stunned the crowd with an Olympic record throw of 92.97m, clinching the gold. Despite fouling his first attempt, Nadeem's second throw broke the record by over two meters. Neeraj, the defending world champion, couldn't surpass Nadeem's mark, with his best effort falling short. Nadeem's victory made him the first Pakistani athlete to win an individual Olympic gold. Neeraj's strong performance in qualification couldn't be replicated in the final.

Neeraj Chopra secured silver in the men’s javelin final at the Paris Olympics, throwing 89.45m, his best Olympic effort. Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem clinched gold with a record-breaking 92.97m throw, setting a new Olympic record. Chopra, who won gold in Tokyo, missed out on becoming the first Indian to win two individual Olympic gold medals. The final saw intense competition with multiple throwers surpassing Chopra’s previous gold-winning mark. Nadeem's victory marks Pakistan's first-ever gold in an individual Olympic event, while Czech Republic's Jakub Vadlejch finished fourth.

On Day 13 of the Paris Olympics, wrestler Aman Sehrawat lost his men’s 57kg semi-final to Japan’s Rei Higuchi with a decisive 10-0 defeat. Sehrawat will compete for the bronze medal tomorrow. Earlier, India’s men’s hockey team secured their second consecutive Olympic bronze with a 2-1 victory over Spain, showcasing a strong comeback from a 0-1 deficit. In athletics, Neeraj Chopra aims for a second gold in the men’s javelin throw final later tonight. In golf, Diksha Dagar and Aditi Ashok remain in contention, while Jyothi Yarraji fell short in the 100m hurdles.              

PR Sreejesh, one of India's greatest hockey goalkeepers, bid an emotional farewell to the sport after securing a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics. In tears, Sreejesh bowed down to his goalkeeping gloves following India’s 2-1 victory over Spain, marking the nation’s first back-to-back Olympic hockey medals since 1972. Known as "Superman" for his exceptional skills, Sreejesh's career spanned over two decades, earning him numerous accolades, including the Padma Shri and Khel Ratna. His leadership and dedication have left an indelible mark on Indian hockey, making his retirement a significant moment for the sport.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian men’s hockey team for winning the bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, calling the victory “a milestone that will be cherished for generations.” Led by Harmanpreet Singh, the team secured their second consecutive Olympic bronze by defeating Spain in the third-place match. Modi praised the team's “immense grit and resilience.” President Droupadi Murmu and other political leaders, including Amit Shah and Yogi Adityanath, also offered their congratulations. This win marks India’s back-to-back Olympic medals in hockey, a feat not achieved since 1972.