Arjuna Award News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Not just mine, it belongs to the entire team: Abhishek reflects on retaining Forward of the Year Award
New Delhi, March 20: Arjuna Awardee Abhishek has once again been recognised as one of India's top hockey talents, retaining the prestigious Hockey India Dhanraj Pillay Award for Forward of the Year at the 7th Annual Hockey India Awards.
'Challenging times help you learn,' Arjuna Awardee Jarmanpreet Singh shares comeback journey after doping setback
New Delhi, February 21: Jarmanpreet Singh faced a major setback in 2015 when, at the age of 19, he failed a doping test as a result of back pain medicine given by his doctor. This was followed by a two-year ban for the then-junior Hockey player. However, not letting this setback distance him from the sport, Jarman continued to work hard and successfully made a comeback.
From doping ban to Arjuna Award, hockey star Jarmanpreet Singh talks about his comeback
Mumbai, Feb 20: "Challenging times help you learn in life," says Paris Olympics bronze medalist in hockey, Jarmanpreet Singh as he reviewed the ups and downs of his life.
We don't wake up everyday...: Abhay Singh on Indian squash's chances for Olympics 2028
Dehradun, February 4: Indian squash player Abhay Singh, an Asian Games gold medalist and Arjuna awardee, talked about the direction of the sport in the country as squash will make its Olympics debut in 2028 Los Angeles edition of the competition.
Paralympic medalist Deepthi Jeevanji felicitated at her university in Amaravathi
Amaravathi, January 24: Indian Paralympic medalist athlete Deepthi Jeevanji was felicitated at her varsity, SRM University on Friday for her fine performances in the sporting arena which helped her secure the Arjuna Award during the National Sports Awards recently this month.
Winning Asian Games gold will bring us closer to our Olympic dream: India Women's Hockey team captain
By Diptayan Hazra, Ranchi, January 24: India women's hockey team captain Salima Tete has set her sights firmly on her future goals, both personal and team-oriented, after recently being honoured with the prestigious Arjuna Award.
Arjuna Awardee Rubina Francis opens up on Paris 2024 comeback
New Delhi, Jan 24: Paris Paralympics Games 2024 bronze medalist Rubina Francis expressed her feelings on being conferred with the Arjuna Award recently for her achievements at both national and international level.
Arjuna Awardee Rubina Francis opens up on Paris Paralympics 2024 comeback
New Delhi, January 24: Paris Paralympics Games 2024 bronze medalist Rubina Francis recently appeared on the House of Glory podcast, an initiative by the Gagan Narang Sports Foundation. In the conversation, she also expressed her feelings about being conferred the Arjuna Award this year for her achievements at both national and international levels.
Winning Arjuna Award is an honour: Abhishek Nain reflects on his journey, future goals
By Diptayan Hazra, Rourkela, January 23: Indian hockey player Abhishek Nain shared his inspiring journey, challenges, and aspirations after being honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award.
Kiren Rijiju congratulates team 'Chandu Champion', Murlikant Petkar on receiving Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 18: On Friday, Paralympic gold medalist Murlikant Petkar was honoured with the prestigious Arjuna Award at a special ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi.
Dedicate this to my coach, family and friends: Sarabjot Singh on Arjuna Award honour
New Delhi, January 17: After being felicitated with the prestigious Arjuna Award, Olympic medalist Sarabjot Singh on Friday dedicated the honour to his coach, family and friends.
Feeling so proud to be present in this moment: Kartik Aaryan feels 'Surreal' as Murlikant Petkar receives Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 17: Actor Kartik Aaryan congratulated Paralympic Gold medalist Murlikant Petkar as he received the Arjuna Award on Friday.
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board congratulates Rakesh Kumar on receiving Arjuna Award
Katra, January 17: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board extends its heartfelt congratulations to para-archer Rakesh Kumar on being conferred the prestigious Arjuna Award.
Jarmanpreet Singh feels proud after receiving prestigious Arjuna Award
By Vivek Prabhakar Singh, New Delhi, January 17: After being felicitated with the prestigious Arjuna Award, Indian men's hockey player and Olympic medalist Jarmanpreet Singh said that he is feeling proud after receiving the award.
Nothing comes closer to receiving Arjuna Award, says Indian hockey star Jarmanpreet Singh
New Delhi, Jan 17: The Indian men's hockey team defender Jarmanpreet Singh expressed his elation after receiving the Arjuna Award from President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Friday and said, "Nothing comes closer to this feeling".
It is a dream of every athlete: Swapnil Kusale on being awarded Arjuna Award
By Vivek Prabhakar Singh, New Delhi, January 17: After being felicitated with the prestigious Arjuna Award, Olympic medalist Swapnil Kusale on Friday said that it is a dream of every athlete to get their hands on the National Sports Awards.
J-K CM Omar Abdullah sends heartiest congratulations to Rakesh Kumar on receiving prestigious Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 17: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday sent his "heartiest congratulations" to Paralympian Rakesh Kumar on receiving the prestigious Arjuna Award.
Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio congratulates Hokato Sema on receiving prestigious Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 17: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday congratulated Hokato Sema on receiving the prestigious Arjuna Award for his Outstanding Performance in Sports and Games 2024.
Salima Tete, Navdeep Singh, Vantika Aggarwal among stars felicitated with Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 17: Indian men's hockey players Jarmanpreet Singh, Sanjay, Abhishek, and Sukhjeet Singh and women's hockey team captain Salima Tete were awarded Arjuna Awards for outstanding performance in Sports and Games 2024 at the Rashtrapati Bhawan by the President of India, Draupadi Murmu on Friday.
Very happy that my hard work of eight years has paid off: Rakesh Kumar on being conferred for Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 17: India's para-archer Rakesh Kumar expressed his feelings after being conferred with the Arjuna Award in the National Sports Awards 2025 on Friday.
When we meet PM Modi, its like we are sitting with our best friend...: Arjuna Awardee para-athlete Simran Sharma
New Delhi, January 16: India's Paralympic medalist Simran Sharma said that the way Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with his country's athletes, it does not feel like they are sitting with their PM but rather with their "best friend".
Received Arjuna Award because of Sajid Nadiadwala: Murlikant Petkar on recognition after 'Chandu Champion'
New Delhi, January 16: Paralympic Gold medalist Murlikant Petkar on Thursday expressed his feelings about getting recognition after the release of the film 'Chandu Champion'.
Will try fulfilling my target of getting Khel Ratna...: Paralympic medalist, Arjuna Awardee Preethi Pal
By Sahil Kohli, New Delhi, January 16: India's Paralympics 2024 medalist para-athlete Preeti Pal, who will be felicitated with the Arjuna Award on Friday, said on Thursday that she is aiming to secure the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award next.
Recognition I longed for throughout my journey: Maralikant Petkar after being nominated for Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 16: Paralympic Gold Medallist Maralikant Petkar on Thursday expressed his feelings after being named for the Arjuna Award in 2025's National Sports Awards, the formal cermony for which will take place on Friday, January 17.
Saweety Boora motivated after being conferred with prestigious Arjuna Award
Chandigarh, January 8: The Indian professional boxer Saweety Boora on Wednesday opened up on receiving the prestigious Arjuna Award and said that she is feeling very motivated and wants to work hard in the future.
CM Nayab Singh Saini congratulates Haryana athletes selected for Khel Ratna, Arjuna Award
Bahadurgarh, January 3: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini congratulated all the players from Haryana who were selected for the Khel Ratna and Arjuna awards.
Brings more responsibilities on your shoulder....: Indian hockey players Jarmanpreet, Sanjay on getting Arjuna Award
Rourkela, January 3: After being conferred with the Arjuna Award by the central government, Indian hockey stars Jarmanpreet Singh and Sanjay Kumar said that more responsibilities and motivation come to a player when they get conferred with national awards and they will continue playing good hockey and working harder for their country.
Shooting fraternity overjoyed as Manu Bhaker gets Khel Ratna; Swapnil, Sarabjot get Arjuna
New Delhi, January 3: The Indian shooting fraternity was overjoyed as news came in that double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker was conferred with the highest Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award for athletes and Rifle shooter Swapnil Kusale and Pistol shooter Sarabjot Singh with the coveted Arjuna awards. Acclaimed rifle coach Deepali Deshpande was also conferred with the prestigious Dronacharya award for coaches.
Nitu Ghangas, Nithya Sre express happiness following Arjuna Award recognition
Bhiwani, January 3: Professional boxer Nitu Ghangas and Paralympic Bronze medallist and para-badminton player Nithya Sre expressed their delight on being conferred the Arjuna Award 2024 on Thursday.
Arjuna Award winner Deepthi Jeevanji brings pride to Telangana
Warangal, January 3: Deepthi Jeevanji, a talented athlete from Telangana, has been conferred with the prestigious Arjuna Award for her outstanding performance in sports. The news has brought immense joy to her family, villagers and teachers who have supported her throughout her journey.
Salima Tete to receive Arjuna Award, Hockey Jharkhand expresses pride, joy
Ranchi, January 3: Indian women's hockey captain Salima Tete is set to be conferred with the prestigious Arjuna Award, a recognition of her exceptional achievements in the sport. This honour has brought immense pride to her home state, with officials from the Jharkhand Hockey Board expressing their joy and congratulations.
Five railways athletes to receive Arjuna Awards for 2024
New Delhi, January 3: The Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB), has contributed immensely to promoting sports across the Country since 1928. The modest beginning of promoting Hockey, Athletics and Tennis, now RSPB has become an important organization in the promotion of Sports in the country and presently has 29 Game Disciplines- 18 individual games & 11 team games. RSPB is affiliated with 28 National Sports Federations and also affiliated with USIC (World Railways Sports Association).
Families of Sukhjeet Singh, Annu Rani overjoyed by Arjuna Award recognition
New Delhi, January 3: Several Indian athletes and their families are filled with pride as they prepare to receive the prestigious Arjuna Award, celebrating their hard work and achievements in their respective sports.
"I am very happy": Ajeet Singh Yadav elated after being conferred with Arjuna Award
Bengaluru, January 3: Indian para-athlete Ajeet Singh Yadav opened up and expressed his feelings after being confirmed as the Arjun Award recipient on Thursday.
Paralympic silver medalist Sachin Sarjerao Khilari honoured with Arjuna Award
Pune, January 2: Sachin Sarjerao Khilari, a Paralympic silver medalist in the shot put, has been honoured with the Arjuna Award.
Proud and happy: Swapnil Kusale's father on Arjuna Award recognition for his son
Kolhapur, January 2: Indian shooter Swapnil Kusale, who made his mark at the Olympics, has been named for the prestigious Arjuna Award.
Feeling great, it will motivate me to perform better: Sarabjot Singh on getting Arjuna Award
New Delhi, January 2: Paris Olympics bronze medallist Sarabjot Singh expressed his feelings after he was selected for the prestigious Arjuna Award. The shooter said that this award would motivate him to perform better in the upcoming events for India.
Feeling very motivated after Arjuna Award honour: Saweety Boora
New Delhi, January 2: Boxer Saweety Boora has been honoured with the Arjuna Award, marking a significant achievement in her sporting career. The recognition has filled her with a renewed sense of motivation.
Murlikant sir, you are our country's finest champion: Kartik Aaryan on para-athlete's Arjuna Award
Mumbai, January 2: Actor Kartik Aaryan expressed his happiness for para-athlete Murlikant Petkar after the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced that the para-swimmer will be conferred the Arjuna Award (Lifetime) for his outstanding performance in the sport.