Army veteran Hakato Sema, who lost a leg in a 2002 landmine blast in Jammu and Kashmir, has become a Paralympics medalist. Encouraged to take up para shot put in 2016, Sema, 40, has made remarkable progress. He won bronze at the Hangzhou Para Games last year and continues to push boundaries. Despite his aspirations of joining the special forces being cut short, Sema's determination and fitness level have led him to achieve greatness in the para sports arena. His remarkable journey is an inspiration to many.

India's Praveen Kumar, 21, made history with a record-breaking performance in the men's high jump T64 event, securing a Paralympic gold medal. Born with a short leg, Kumar smashed the Asian record with a 2.08m jump. He finished ahead of USA's Derek Loccident and Uzbekistan's Temurbek Giyazov. Kumar's win propelled India to 14th place in the overall standings, with a total of 26 medals - six gold, nine silver, and 11 bronze - marking the country's best-ever haul at a single Paralympic Games edition.

Lee Carsley, England's interim manager, has revealed he won't sing the British national anthem before Saturday's match against the Republic of Ireland. Born in Birmingham, Carsley represented Ireland as a player due to his Irish heritage. He never sang the Irish anthem during his playing days, focusing instead on the game ahead. Carsley cited concerns about his mind wandering before kickoff. This decision reflects his consistent approach, now carried over into his coaching career. Carsley leads England for the first time on Saturday.

Taylor Fritz became the first American man to reach a Grand Slam final since 2009, defeating Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the US Open semi-final. Fritz, ranked 12th, will face world number one Jannik Sinner, who beat Jack Draper 7-5, 7-6, 6-2. Fritz's victory marks a historic moment for American tennis. He will face Sinner in the final, seeking to claim his first Grand Slam title. The match will be a thrilling showdown between two top players, with Fritz determined to give his all.

On September 6, 2024, India climbed to 15th place in the Paris Paralympics medal standings, with a total of 26 medals, following Praveen Kumar’s gold in men’s high jump T64. India’s medal tally now includes six golds, nine silvers, and 11 bronzes. Praveen Kumar cleared 2.08m to win his second consecutive Paralympic medal. Other notable performances include Harvinder Singh’s historic gold in para archery and Sumit Antil’s gold in men’s javelin throw F64. China leads the medal table with 80 golds and 183 total medals, while India’s best-ever Paralympic haul continues to grow.

  Praveen Kumar clinched India’s sixth gold medal at the Paris Paralympics 2024, the highest ever in a single edition. The 21-year-old para-athlete set a season best by jumping 2.08m in the men’s high jump T64 event, surpassing USA's Derek Loccident and Uzbekistan's Temurbek Giyazov. Kumar’s victory breaks the Asian record and marks a historic achievement for India, surpassing its previous best of five gold medals from the Tokyo Paralympics. The event highlights Kumar’s remarkable journey from volleyball to high jump, despite congenital impairments affecting his left leg.

India's Praveen Kumar, 21, won gold in the men's high jump T-64 category at the Paris Paralympics, setting a new Asian record by clearing 2.08 meters. Overcoming childhood feelings of inferiority due to a shorter leg, Praveen displayed immense confidence throughout the competition, successfully completing his first seven jumps. This victory marks his second Paralympic medal, upgrading his Tokyo silver to gold. The Delhi native’s remarkable achievement solidifies his status as a leading Paralympian in India, inspiring many with his determination and resilience.

Praveen Kumar claimed gold in the men's high jump T64 event at the 2024 Paris Paralympics with a 2.08m jump. This is Praveen’s second Paralympic medal, following his silver at the 2021 Tokyo Paralympics. The 21-year-old from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, has now become only the second Indian to win gold in Paralympic high jump competitions. With this victory, India’s medal tally at the Paris Paralympics has reached 26, including six gold, nine silver, and 11 bronze medals. Praveen’s achievements continue to inspire para-athletes in India.

Kapil Parmar, who lost his sight as a child, has made history by becoming India's first-ever Paralympic judo medallist. From selling tea to support himself, Parmar's journey is a testament to his determination. He clinched the bronze medal in the men's -60kg J1 category at the Paris Paralympics, defeating Brazil's Elielton de Oliveira. Parmar's inspiring story is a shining example of triumph over adversity, making India proud with his remarkable achievement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Kapil Parmar for his historic bronze medal win in Judo at the Paris Paralympics, marking India’s first-ever Paralympic Judo medal. Parmar, a 24-year-old visually impaired athlete from Madhya Pradesh, secured the bronze in the men's -60kg J1 category, defeating Brazil's Elielton de Oliveira in just 33 seconds with a powerful Ippon. PM Modi called the win a "special medal" and lauded Parmar's inspiring journey. This victory raises India’s medal tally at the Paralympics to 25, including five gold, nine silver, and 11 bronze medals, making it a remarkable achievement for the nation.