Indian Olympic Association

March 12, 2026 8:52 PM

IOA urges states, UTs to plant 2,036 trees each to mark Olympic Day

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has urged all affiliated State and Union Territory Olympic Associations to plant 2,036 trees each as part of the nationwide celebrations of Olympic Day, aiming to promote environmental sustainability through sport. In a communication to the affiliated units, IOA President P. T. Usha called on state and UT associations to organise tree plantation drives involving athletes, sports bodies, educational institutions and youth organisations. The initiative seeks ...

November 3, 2025 4:30 PM

IOA announces cash awards for Youth Asian Games medallists

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has extended its congratulations to the Indian contingent for their exceptional performance at the 3rd Asian Youth Games held in Bahrain, where the nation’s young athletes secured a commendable total of 48 medals across various sporting disciplines. India registered its best-ever performance at the 2025 Asian Youth Games in Manama, Bahrain, winning 13 gold, 18 silver, and 17 bronze medals — surpassing its previous tallies from 2009 and 2013. In recognit...

October 13, 2025 10:34 PM

IOA Felicitates India’s Paris 2024 Olympic Medallists at Ceremony in Delhi

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), on Monday, held a special felicitation ceremony at the Taj Man Singh Hotel in New Delhi to honour India’s medallists from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The event was graced by Dr P.T. Usha, President of the IOA, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, senior government officials, sponsors, and members of the sporting fraternity. The ceremony celebrated India’s athletes who brought pride and inspiration to the nation through their re...

August 12, 2025 6:09 PM

‘Strong candidate’ India upbeat about 2030 Commonwealth Games after delegation visit

Robust backing from the government and a desire to stage big-ticket events make India a strong candidate to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, a top Indian Olympic Association (IOA) official told Reuters. The world's most populous nation is bidding for the 2030 edition of the Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad to boost its bigger dream of hosting the 2036 Olympic Games at the western Indian city. A Commonwealth Sports delegation visited Ahmedabad last week to share their experience from the previo...

March 11, 2025 11:46 AM

Ban lifted on Wrestling Federation of India, restoring its recognition as NSF for sports

The Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has officially lifted the suspension on the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Monday, reinstating its status as a National Sports Federation (NSF). This decision comes after months of uncertainty within Indian wrestling, following a series of controversies and protests against the WFI leadership. The WFI was initially suspended after its newly elected president, Sanjay Singh, announced the U-15 and U-20 national championships in Gonda, Uttar P...

September 16, 2024 4:16 PM

It is India’s dream to host the 2036 Olympics: PM Modi during Independence Day speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address from the Red Fort on the 78th Independence Day, declared India's aspiration to host the 2036 Olympic Games. This announcement marks a significant step in India's sporting ambitions on the global stage. "It is the dream of India to host the 2036 Olympics, we are making preparations for that," PM Modi said, highlighting the nation's commitment to this goal. This declaration comes in the wake of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) initiating dialogue w...

September 16, 2024 4:27 PM

Top lawyer Harish Salve to represent IOA in Vinesh Phogat’s CAS hearing today

Harish Salve, a renowned Indian lawyer, will represent the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) hearing on Friday, regarding the disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Paris Olympics. Salve's expertise will be crucial in addressing the legal and procedural aspects of the dispute. Salve, former Solicitor General of India and King's Counsel, confirmed to ANI that he has been engaged by the IOA to represent Phogat at the Court of Arbitration f...

August 8, 2024 8:39 AM

Paris Olympics: IOA to fly back wrestler Antim Panghal, support staff after disciplinary breach

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) decided to fly wrestler Antim Panghal and her support staff back due to a disciplinary breach during the ongoing Summer Games after she gave her Olympic Village accreditation to her sister. In a statement, the IOA announced that Antim and her support staff had breached disciplinary rules, as reported by the French authorities. "The Indian Olympic Association has decided to fly wrestler Antim and her support staff back after a disciplinary breach was brought ...

September 16, 2024 5:17 PM

Paris Olympics opening ceremony: India will have 78 athletes, officials from 12 disciplines in Parade of Nations

India will have a strong presence at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony on Friday, with 78 athletes and officials from 12 disciplines participating in the Parade of Nations. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 11 pm IST. Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha and Chef-de-Mission Gagan Narang have prioritized athletes in the composition of the contingent. All available athletes will participate, though some have opted out to focus on their upcoming competitions. PV Sindhu, star s...

April 5, 2024 1:35 PM

Paris Olympics: Bilquis Mir from J&K makes history as India’s first female jury member

Bilquis Mir from Jammu and Kashmir is set to create history as the first woman from India to serve as a jury member at this year's Summer Olympics in Paris, scheduled from July 26 to August 11. Gir's appointment as a jury member for the Paris Games was officially conveyed through a letter from the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to the Jammu and Kashmir administration. "Bilquis Mir, water sports promoter, developer, athlete, jury member of Indian Kayaking and Canoeing association has been nom...