Neeraj Chopra shares how a freak injury almost denied him a medal-laden javelin throw career

Neeraj Chopra revealed a past wrist fracture, sustained while playing basketball, that threatened his javelin career. Doctors were uncertain about his recovery, but his dream of representing India fueled his determination. Chopra’s story serves as an inspiration, urging young athletes to persevere through setbacks and maintain focus on their goals, proving that comebacks are possible.

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IIT Ropar’s ‘Pookie professor’ celebrates graduates with Gen Z vibes on convocation day

At the 14th convocation of IIT Ropar, Director Prof Rajeev Ahuja surprised attendees by joining graduates in celebratory antics, donning sunglasses, dabbing, and performing the Korean finger heart. Inspired by his experience at Uppsala University, Ahuja embraced a light-hearted approach to mark the graduation of 720 students. While BTech students led the fun, master’s and…

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Sheikh Hamdan education and career path: How a Sandhurst graduate rose to Dubai’s throne and the UAE Ministry of Defence

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, was promoted to Lieutenant General in the UAE Armed Forces after completing one year as Minister of Defence. Educated at Sandhurst and the London School of Economics, he has held various leadership roles, including Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council. Since his appointment,…

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Twin towers, schools, bank: 9 major projects approved in 2024 now taking shape in Bahrain

Bahrain approved nine major development projects in 2024. The projects are worth BD 156 million. These projects cover nearly 387,204 square metres. A twin-tower residential block in Capital Governorate is the largest project. Other projects include villas, schools, a bank branch, and an industrial facility. These licences reflect Bahrain’s effort to encourage balanced growth.

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