Deepthi Jeevanji, a para-athlete from Andhra Pradesh, has proven her doubters wrong by winning bronze at the Paris Paralympics 2024. Once ridiculed by her villagers, who called her "monkey" and "mental", Deepthi has risen above the taunts to achieve glory. Her journey is a testament to her determination and willpower. Despite facing adversity, Deepthi won India's 16th medal, finishing the women's 400m T20 final in 55.82 seconds. She had earlier made history by winning India's first gold medal at the World Athletics Para Championship in Kobe, Japan.

Jannik Sinner advanced to the US Open semi-finals by defeating former champion Daniil Medvedev 6-2, 1-6, 6-1, 6-4. The match was played at Arthur Ashe Stadium on September 5. Sinner won the first set 6-2, but Medvedev took the second set 6-1. Sinner then won the next two sets 6-1 and 6-4 to secure his spot in the semi-finals. This is Sinner's first US Open semi-final appearance. He will face his next opponent in the semi-finals, looking to continue his run in the tournament.

Harvinder Singh made history by winning India's first-ever gold medal in para archery at the Paris Paralympics. He defeated Poland's Lukasz Ciszek 6-0 in the men's individual recurve open final. Harvinder won with scores of 28-24, 28-27, and 29-25. This is his second Paralympic medal, after winning bronze in the same category three years ago. Harvinder's gold medal marks a milestone for Indian para archery, making him the first Indian archer to win gold at the Paralympics.

Indian archer Harvinder Singh achieved a historic victory in the men’s individual recurve open at the Paris Paralympics 2024, bringing India's total medal tally to 25. Singh clinched gold by defeating Poland’s Lukasz Ciszek in the final. His exceptional performance, including victories over Lung-Hui Tseng, Setiwan, Hector Julio Ramirez, and Aarb Ameri Mohammad Reza, contributed significantly to India's record-breaking haul. Singh’s triumph underscores his skill and the success of the Indian archery contingent on the global stage.

Harvinder Singh made history at the Paris Paralympics on Wednesday by becoming the first Indian archer to win a gold medal. He achieved this milestone by defeating Poland's Lukasz Ciszek in the final of the men’s individual recurve open event. This victory marks a significant achievement for India at the Paralympic Games. Earlier in the day, world champion Sachin Sarjerao Khilari added to India's medal tally by winning silver in the Men's Shot Put F46 event. India's athletes continue to shine, with more events still underway at the Paralympics.

India has achieved a historic milestone at the Paris Paralympics 2024, winning 21 medals, surpassing the previous tally of 19 medals from Tokyo 2020. The para-athletics contingent secured five medals on Day 6, with Deepthi Jeevanji earning bronze in the women's 400m T20 event, Mariyappan Thangavelu winning bronze in men's high jump T63, and Sharad Kumar claiming silver in the same event. Sundar Singh Gurjar added another bronze in men's javelin throw F46. India's achievements reflect their best-ever performance, with events still to come, cementing this Paralympics as the most successful in the nation's history.

Sachin Khilari secured a silver medal in the men's shot put F46 final at the Paris Paralympics 2024 with a throw of 16.32 meters on Wednesday. He finished just behind Canada’s Greg Stewart, who recorded a season-best throw of 16.38 meters. Khilari’s achievement brings India’s medal tally to 21, surpassing its previous record of 19 at the Tokyo Paralympics. India now ranks 19th on the medal table, with a total of three gold, eight silver, and ten bronze medals. This marks another significant milestone for India at the Paralympic Games. 

The Indian para-badminton contingent received a warm and celebratory welcome at New Delhi's IGI Airport after their impressive performance at the Paris Paralympics on Wednesday, September 4. The athletes, greeted by fans and family, proudly displayed their medals as they arrived. India secured five individual medals in the event, including one gold, two silvers, and two bronze. The medalists—Nitesh Kumar, Suhas Yathiraj, Murugesan Thalasimathi, Manisha Ramadass, and Nithya Sre—were recognized for their outstanding achievements, marking a significant accomplishment for the country in the Paralympics.

Siddhartha Agarwal, a 49-year-old from Bengaluru, has become the oldest Indian to swim solo across the English Channel. He achieved this feat on August 29, completing the 42km swim in 15 hours and six minutes. Agarwal's journey began in 2018 when he swam the Channel as part of a relay team. Now, he has made history with his solo swim, setting a new record for the oldest Indian to accomplish this remarkable feat. His determination and perseverance have inspired many, cementing his place in India's swimming history.

In a proud moment for India, Deepthi Jeevanji clinched a bronze medal in the women's 400m T20 final at the Paris Paralympics. PM Narendra Modi took to social media to congratulate her, praising her perseverance and determination. Jeevanji clocked 55.82 seconds, securing third place behind Ukraine's Yulia Shuliar and Turkey's Aysel Onder. This marks India's third track medal at the Games. Jeevanji's impressive start and consistent pace earned her a spot on the podium. Her achievement has made the nation proud, and PM Modi's recognition has highlighted her inspiring journey.