Sakshee Malikkh: News
03 Jan 2024
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)Sakshee Malikkh accuses Brij Bhushan of threatening her mother
Retired wrestler Sakshee Malikkh, on Wednesday, claimed that goons linked to former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh are threatening her mother.
27 Dec 2023
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)WFI suspension: IOC announces 3-member ad-hoc committee to run affairs
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Wednesday formed an ad-hoc committee to manage the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)'s affairs.
25 Dec 2023
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)WFI election: Sakshee Malikkh hints at reconsidering retirement decision
Former wrestler Sakshee Malikkh has hinted at reconsidering her recent retirement decision following the dissolution of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)'s newly-elected governing body on Sunday.
24 Dec 2023
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)Brij Bhushan to athletes: Reactions to Centre suspending WFI body
In an unexpected move, the Union Sports and Youth Affairs Ministry suspended the newly elected governing body of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) led by Sanjay Singh on Sunday.
24 Dec 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghSports Ministry suspends newly-elected Brij Bhushan aide-led WFI body
The Union Sports and Youth Affairs Ministry has reportedly suspended the newly-formed Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) body led by Sanjay Singh, a close aide of former chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.
23 Dec 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghWrestlers in Congress lap: Brij Bhushan on WFI election protest
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Saturday claimed the protesting wrestlers were "sitting on the Congress's lap."
22 Dec 2023
Bajrang PuniaWFI election: Bajrang Punia returns Padma Shri in protest
Wrestler and Olympic medalist Bajrang Punia on Friday said he wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and decided to return his Padma Shri award as a sign of protest.
14 Dec 2023
ParliamentParliament security breach: Accused frustrated over joblessness, claims family
Neelam Azad, one of the five protesters apprehended for the recent security breach in Parliament, was reportedly despondent over her unemployment status.
26 Jun 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghWFI row: Fight to continue in court, say wrestlers
Wrestlers protesting against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over allegations of sexual harassment announced on Sunday that they would move their fight from the streets to court.
22 Jun 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghCourt assigns sexual harassment case against WFI chief to ACMM
The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi on Thursday assigned the sexual harassment case against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh to the court of Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (ACMM), which specifically deals with cases involving MLAs and MPs.
18 Jun 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghMinor wrestler's father rejects threat claims made by Sakshee Malikkh
The father of the "minor" wrestler—one of the complainants in a sexual harassment case against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh—on Sunday reportedly claimed the family was not under any threat or pressure to alter her statement.
18 Jun 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghWrestlers' protest not political, claim Sakshee Malikkh, husband Satyawart Kadian
Star Indian wrestler and Olympic medalist Sakshee Malikkh and her wrestler husband Satyawart Kadian insisted on Saturday the grapplers' protest against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over alleged sexual harassment wasn't politically motivated.
16 Jun 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghBrij Bhushan case: Pressure on minor's family, alleges Sakshee Malikkh
Star Indian wrestler Sakshee Malikkh, who has been demanding the arrest of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment claims, revealed on Friday that the chargesheet filed by the Delhi Police has the name of Singh.
11 Jun 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghPolice ask wrestlers for pics, video to back allegations: Report
The Delhi Police has reportedly asked the female wrestlers who filed sexual harassment charges against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh to produce videos, pictures, or WhatsApp messages to back their claims.
10 Jun 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghWrestlers coerced to compromise, minor backtracked under pressure: Sakshee Malikkh
Sakshee Malikkh, one of the top wrestlers protesting against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, said on Saturday that the "minor" complainant changed her statement against him allegedly under pressure.
10 Jun 2023
Bajrang Punia'Wrestlers to participate in Asian Games only when…': Sakshee Malikkh
Ace wrestler Sakshee Malikkh on Saturday said the protesting grapplers wouldn't participate in the upcoming Asian Games until the central government resolves their issues.
10 Jun 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghSaw Brij Bhushan 'inappropriately touch' women wrestlers: International referee
Jagbir Singh, an international wrestling referee, has opened up about Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's "inappropriate behavior" toward women grapplers.
07 Jun 2023
Anurag ThakurProbe to complete by June 15: Government assures protesting wrestlers
Top wrestlers, who have been protesting against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, said on Wednesday that the Centre has assured them of the completion of the police investigation by June 15, reported NDTV.
05 Jun 2023
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)Fake news: Sakshee Malikkh dismisses reports of ending wrestlers' protest
Star Indian wrestler Sakshee Malikkh, who has been protesting with other fellow grapplers for the arrest of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment allegations, said that they would continue with their agitation until their demands are met.
02 Jun 2023
Vinesh Phogat'Distressed, disturbed': 1983 Cricket World Cup winners over wrestlers' protest
The 1983 Cricket World Cup-winning team issued a joint statement on Friday, urging the wrestlers protesting against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh not to take any hasty decisions.
01 Jun 2023
Rakesh Tikait'Will meet president to resolve issue': Rakesh Tikait assures wrestlers
Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) national spokesperson Rakesh Tikait on Thursday said that a khap representative would meet President Droupadi Murmu and the central government to try to resolve the issue of protesting wrestlers, reported PTI.
31 May 2023
Meenakshi LekhiMeenakshi Lekhi 'runs' away from questions on wrestlers, Congress reacts
Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Meenakshi Lekhi was seen "running" away when reporters asked her to comment on the wrestlers' protest in Delhi.
30 May 2023
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)Protesting wrestlers defer immersing medals in Ganga, give 5-day deadline
Wrestlers protesting against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Tuesday deferred immersing their medals in the Ganga River, giving the Centre a five-day deadline to take action against him.
29 May 2023
Narendra Modi'Ready to take bullets...': Bajrang Punia on ex-IPS officer's warning
Top wrestler Bajrang Punia has responded to former Kerala Director General of Police (DGP) NC Asthana's veiled warning against wrestlers that cops can shoot the protesting grapplers.
29 May 2023
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)WFI row: Protesting wrestlers booked for 'rioting,' over 800 detained
After being dragged away for trying to march to the new Parliament while Prime Minister Narendra Modi was inaugurating it, India's star wrestlers Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, and others were booked for rioting and other charges on Sunday.
21 May 2023
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)Wrestlers' protest: Women's panchayat at new Parliament building announced
With their 15-day ultimatum for Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's arrest over sexual harassment allegations ending on Sunday, the protesting wrestlers have decided on their next move.
05 May 2023
Bajrang Punia'Please support us': Bajrang Punia's emotional appeal amid wrestlers' protest
Olympic bronze medalist Bajrang Punia on Friday made an emotional appeal publicly to extend support to the wrestlers' protest, which has been going on for 13 days at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.
03 May 2023
Bajrang PuniaDays after 'indiscipline' remark, PT Usha meets protesting wrestlers
Athletic legend PT Usha on Wednesday met the protesting wrestlers at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, days after she said the grapplers were "tarnishing India's image."
30 Apr 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghWrestlers v/s WFI chief: Delhi Police offers protection to complainants
The Delhi Police has provided security to seven women wrestlers—who accused the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment—following the Supreme Court's directions, India Today reported.
29 Apr 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghWrestlers question government inquiry after alleged leak of accuser details
The protest by top Indian wrestlers at Delhi's Jantar Mantar against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh continued on Saturday, despite the filing of two first information reports (FIRs) over sexual harassment allegations against him.
29 Apr 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghI'm innocent, won't resign: Sexual harassment-accused WFI chief after FIRs
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Saturday reportedly said he would not step down from the post, a day after the police filed two first information reports (FIRs) in connection with allegations of sexual harassment against him.
28 Apr 2023
Bajrang PuniaSports minister only spent 2-4 minutes with us: Protesting wrestlers
Olympic medalist and renowned wrestler Bajrang Punia on Thursday dismissed Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur's claims that he spent 12 hours with the protesting wrestlers to discuss the matter.
25 Apr 2023
Supreme Court Of IndiaWFI sexual harassment case: SC issues notice to Delhi Police
The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued a notice to the Delhi Police on a plea filed by women wrestlers seeking the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the former president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), reported ANI.
24 Apr 2023
Supreme Court Of IndiaProtesting wrestlers move Supreme Court seeking FIR against WFI chief
Top Indian wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik, and Vinesh Phogat, moved the Supreme Court on Monday demanding an FIR against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over alleged sexual harassment, reported ANI.
24 Apr 2023
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)Why top Indian wrestlers are protesting against WFI chief
India's star grapplers resumed their tirade against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Sunday, citing the government's inaction over allegations of sexual abuse.
23 Apr 2023
Brij Bhushan Sharan SinghWrestlers complain against WFI chief, no FIR yet; resume protest
Seven women wrestlers lodged a complaint in Delhi against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, accusing him of sexual harassment, reported The Indian Express on Sunday.
20 Jan 2023
WrestlingWrestlers demand WFI chief's sacking, minister says wait for probe
After a meeting with protesting wrestlers on Thursday night, Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur assured them of strict action if any Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) coach or official is found guilty of sexual harassment.
19 Jan 2023
Sexual HarassmentWFI president rings Anurag Thakur to clarify sexual harassment allegations
Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President, reportedly called Sports Minister Anurag Thakur to clarify the recent sexual harassment allegations made against him and the officials of the federation by national and international wrestlers.
18 Jan 2023
Vinesh PhogatVinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik accuse WFI president of sexual harassment
Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik have accused Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment.
05 Aug 2022
WrestlingCommonwealth Games: Wrestler Sakshi Malik bags maiden gold medal
Indian wrestler Sakshi Malik has bagged a maiden gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.
23 Aug 2020
Narendra ModiWhat should I do to receive Arjuna Award, asks Sakshi
Indian wrestler Sakshi Malik, on Saturday, expressed disappointment as she was not conferred with the Arjuna Award.
18 Aug 2020
Cricket: News, Stats and more!Pace spearhead Ishant Sharma nominated for prestigious Arjuna Award
Indian pace spearhead Ishant Sharma is among 29 athletes who have been recommended for this year's Arjuna award by the National Sports Awards selection committee.
09 Aug 2019
IndiaIndependence Day 2019: A look at India's greatest sporting moments
India had always been a sports-crazy nation even before independence. However, their pinnacle came following their independence in 1947.
02 Mar 2019
WrestlingUWW ranking series: Pooja wins gold, Sakshi gets silver
Indian wrestlers put in a commendable shift as they won four medals at the Dan Kolov-Nikola Petrov tournament in Ruse, Bulgaria.
30 Nov 2018
WrestlingWrestlers Bajrang, Vinesh and Pooja awarded Grade A contracts
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has rolled out a grade-based contract system for wrestlers.
20 Aug 2018
WrestlingVinesh Phogat becomes first Indian woman-wrestler to win Asiad gold
Vinesh Phogat today created history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to win a gold medal at the Asian Games, brushing aside her rivals with remarkable ease in the 50kg category in Jakarta, Indonesia.
09 Aug 2018
HaryanaSakshi Malik opens up about her below-par performance in CWG
Under the scanner for her below-par performance in the run-up to the Asian Games, Olympic medalist Sakshi Malik is feeling the heat but insists that athletes never stop aiming for medals.
15 Apr 2018
IndiaCommonwealth Games: Railway athletes win 10 out of 26 golds
Indian Railways today said that it was a matter of pride that 40% of the gold medals for India, 10 out of 26, in the recently concluded Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, were won by Railway athletes.
14 Apr 2018
IndiaCWG-2018: Wrestlers Vinesh, Sumit claim gold; Sakshi bags bronze
There was no stopping the gold rush in wrestling as two more were added to the tally by Vinesh Phogat (50kg) and Sumit (125kg) at the Commonwealth Games today.
14 Apr 2018
Commonwealth Games (CWG)CWG 2018: Wrestler Sumit Malik claims freestyle 125kg gold
Indian wrestler Sumit Malik has won the gold medal in the men's freestyle 125kg category at the 21st Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast on Saturday.
04 Apr 2018
PV SindhuWhich Indians can win medals at 2018 Commonwealth Games?
In a couple of hours, the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games will kick off in Australia.
11 Mar 2018
Narendra ModiSharbati Devi, PM Modi's "rakhi sister," dies
Sharbati Devi, known as PM Narendra Modi's "rakhi sister," died in Dhanbad yesterday at the age of 103.
17 Dec 2017
WrestlingIndia dominate Commonwealth Wrestling Championships
Indian contingent, at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in Johannesburg, is making the country proud yet again.
31 Dec 2016
IndiaGirls make India proud at 2016 Rio Olympics
India sent its largest ever contingent of 117 athletes at the 2016 Rio Olympics held in August 2016.
13 Nov 2016
KabaddiWhat did India achieve in sports this year?
Starting with the Rio Olympics held in August, then Paralympics in September and Kabaddi World Cup in October, sports was one of the main trending topics in India this year.
25 Oct 2016
Mandeep SinghCash rewards for Rio Games medallists' coaches put on hold
While the Ministry of Sports gave away cash rewards to the medal winners of the Rio Olympics and Paralympics, the awards for the coaches have been put on hold.
27 Aug 2016
PV SindhuPM announces setting-up of Task Force for next three Olympics
At the Council of Minister's meeting, PM Narendra Modi declared setting up of a Task Force over the next few days to chart out a comprehensive action plan for the next 3 Olympic Games in 2020, 2024 and 2028.
23 Aug 2016
JamaicaAcademy where Sakshi Malik trained shut since an year
Wrestling Academy at the Chotu Ram Stadium, Rohtak where the Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik trained, had been shut for over an year since July 2015.
