Olympics
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Tokyo Olympics boss Yoshiro Mori is set to resign over sexist remarks: media reports
Multiple major Japanese media outlets, citing anonymous sources, said Mori told officials of his wish to step down.
AFP
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Olympics: Athletes, volunteers slam Tokyo 2020 chief Mori’s sexist comments
Tokyo Games chief Yoshiro Mori sparked outrage on Wednesday for saying women speak too much in meetings.
AFP
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Olympics will go ahead this year however coronavirus evolves, says Tokyo 2020 chief
Tokyo 2020 president Yoshiro Mori has brushed aside doubts about the event.
AFP
Trending
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I was on the WHO team that went to Wuhan to study the origins of coronavirus. Here’s what we found
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Tigress Avni killed on court’s order, says SC, refuses to take contempt action
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More than cricket: Why did Narendra Modi dismiss Sardar Patel at Motera stadium?
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‘The Girl on the Train’ review: An alcoholic is accused of a murder she can’t remember
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Who was Gangubai Kathiawadi, played by Alia Bhatt in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s movie?
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India’s Olympics contingent should be in priority group for coronavirus vaccine: Parliamentary panel
The parliamentary standing committee headed by Vinay P Sahasrabuddhe submitted its report on ‘Preparation for Olympics – 2021’ to the Rajya Sabha Chairperson.
Press Trust of India
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Russia hails CAS for not banning its athletes from Olympics but slams president Putin’s exclusion
The Court of Arbitration for Sport barred Russia from the international stage for two years including the rearranged Tokyo Olympics and Beijing Winter Games.
AFP
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Russia to miss Tokyo Olympics and Beijing Winter Games after CAS halves doping ban
Under the landmark decision, Russians will still be allowed to compete, but only as neutrals.
Scroll Staff
Video
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Watch: The unique swinging flute emits music when it is swung in the air
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Watch: Actor Vivek Oberoi jumps on the ‘pawri’ bandwagon with notice for traffic violations
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Caught on camera: Man lies down in front of incoming train. Policeman saves him
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Watch: Excited puppy crashes reporter’s live weather report on television
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Watch: Wild sheep has massive 35 kg fur coat cut off after five years of unchecked growth
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No circumstances under which next year’s Olympics will be cancelled, says Tokyo governor
Yuriko Koike warned that the fate of the Tokyo Games would impact future Olympics.
AFP
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‘I may have a crack at getting a medal’: Twitter full of memes as Breakdancing becomes Olympic sport
The International Olympic Committee announced on Monday that Breakdancing will be one of four new sports to be included at the 2024 Paris Games.
Scroll Staff
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Breakdancing, skateboarding, surfing and sport climbing get green light for 2024 Paris Olympics
The four sports were included as the International Olympic Committee executive board met to confirm the Paris 2024 programme.
AFP
The Reel
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‘Own the Room’ trailer: Five student entrepreneurs compete for a $100,000 prize
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‘The One’ trailer: In futuristic series, a DNA test locates the perfect partner
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‘The Girl on the Train’ review: An alcoholic is accused of a murder she can’t remember
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‘Mumbai Saga’ trailer: It’s John Abraham’s gangster versus Emraan Hashmi’s cop
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‘1962: The War in the Hills’ review: Guts and glory as China loses this time
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Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju says Olympic-bound athletes will be given priority for Covid-19 vaccine
Rijiju said India is expected to send its largest ever contingent of athletes to the postponed Tokyo Olympics.
Press Trust of India
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IOC chief Bach defends Olympic Games policy of ensuring political neutrality during ceremonies
The International Olympic Committee president has come under fire for the ruling.
AFP
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Right to protest: In times of surging athlete activism, can true Olympic spirit be about neutrality?
The International Olympic Committee has long tried to insulate itself from politics in society but recently, things have changed in a big way.
Hazel Maxwell, The Conversation, Michelle O'Shea, The Conversation, Daryl Adair, The Conversation & Megan Stronach, The Conversation
The Field
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Vijay Hazare Trophy: Karnataka’s Devdutt Padikkal continues red-hot form with back-to-back centuries
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ISL: Lalengmawia’s wondergoal helps NorthEast United reach semis after 2-0 win over Kerala Blasters
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Boxing: India’s Deepak stuns reigning Olympic champion Zoirov to enter final at Strandja Memorial
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Europa League: Zlatan reunion on the cards as Milan draw United in last 16, Arsenal face Olympiakos
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Data check: Ashwin Ravichandran’s journey to 400 Test wickets keeps him in elite company