Kiren Rijiju
(Search results - 36)Other SportsNov 19, 2019, 10:49 AM IST
Kiren Rijiju: We will form ‘very credible’ committee for Sports Code
'We will form a committee for the Sports Code. This committee will be very credible. After the recommendation of the committee, I can say anything. We will bring the Sports Code, which will be acceptable to all. We cannot ignore anyone from the society,' Kiren Rijiju said
Other SportsNov 19, 2019, 10:32 AM IST
World Para Athletics Championships: Kiren Rijiju honours medal winners; says 'very proud' of them
'I'm extremely delighted to personally felicitate all the medal winners at the World Para Athletics Championships. India delivered their best medal haul winning 9 medals and securing 13 quotas at the Paralympics @Tokyo2020 I'm very proud of them,' Kiren Rijiju said
IndiaNov 18, 2019, 7:54 PM IST
From Winter Session commencement to Laal Singh Chaddha's first look, watch MyNation in 100 seconds
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the Winter Session of Parliament is an important one and all lawmakers should contribute to enriching discussions. The International Olympic Committee's (IOC) latest initiative of launching Olympic Channel Hindi was hailed by Union sports minister Kiren Rijiju. All this and more on MyNation in 100 seconds.
Other SportsNov 18, 2019, 5:12 PM IST
Kiren Rijiju: Happy Hindi is now official language in Olympic Channel, it will help Olympic movement in India
Lauding the initiative, Kiren Rijiju said in a tweet in Hindi, 'I feel very happy that Hindi is now an official language in the Olympic Channel. Now on this medium, you can know about the Olympic journey of India and your favourite players in Hindi. This decision will give a big boost to the Olympic movement in India'
Other SportsNov 16, 2019, 10:47 AM IST
Kiren Rijiju: India emerging fast as ‘sporting powerhouse’
'India is emerging fast as a sporting powerhouse. Every player comes from a state. Some states are playing a very pro-active role when it comes to sports, priority should be given. We have a dream that India finishes in top-10 of the medal tally in 2028 Olympics,' Kiren Rijiju said
Other SportsOct 10, 2019, 2:54 PM IST
Sports minister Kiren Rijiju praises legend Mary Kom for making India proud
'The way Mary Kom has shown her commitment towards the sports after becoming a mother of three children it is a big message to sports,' Kiren Rijiju told reporters
IndiaSep 24, 2019, 5:21 PM IST
Howdy Modi: Setting petty politics aside Congressman Milind Deora praises PM, but party livid?
Setting politics aside, Congressman Milind Deora was effusive in his praise of the Howdy Modi event. But this has not gone down too well with the Congress as it feels he has not followed the party’s view on the issue.
Other SportsSep 14, 2019, 9:22 AM IST
Kiren Rijiju felicitates former hockey champions; says ‘there were tears in my eyes while honouring these legends’
Kiren Rijiju honoured Indian hockey legends and said, 'They were the stars and they will forever remain the Indian heroes! I'll tweet one by one mentioning their achievements for our great nation'
FootballSep 13, 2019, 1:30 PM IST
Kiren Rijiju launches Baichung Bhutia’s book; lauds Indian football team
'The Indian football team has improved its standard drastically. Sunil Chhetri was not there in the match, still, the team was able to draw their match against Qatar in the qualifying tournament. I wish Chhetri a speedy recovery. Football is the most popular sport in the world and India should look to cement their place as a strong force in the sport,' Kiren Rijiju said
Other SportsSep 6, 2019, 3:40 PM IST
Kiren Rijiju hails Indian shooters as best in world, hopes for ‘good number of medals’ at Tokyo Olympics
The Indian shooting team returned to the country on Thursday (September 5) after claiming nine medals, including five golds, at the recently-concluded ISSF World Cup in Rio de Janeiro
Other SportsSep 5, 2019, 10:11 AM IST
Kiren Rijiju ensures strong action: Swimming coach Surajit Ganguly sacked after allegations of molesting 15-year-old girl
'I've taken a strong view of the incident. The Goa Swimming Association has terminated the contract of coach Surajit Ganguly. I'm asking the Swimming Federation of India to ensure that this coach is not employed anywhere in India. This applies to all Federations & disciplines,' Kiren Rijiju wrote
Other SportsSep 4, 2019, 1:40 PM IST
2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games: Kiren Rijiju writes to UK secretary of sport for shooting’s inclusion
Shooting has been India's strong points in the Commonwealth Games and the sport's exclusion didn't go down well with the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), which has threatened to boycott the quadrennial event if the decision is not considered
Other SportsAug 31, 2019, 1:49 PM IST
Gymnastics legend Nadia Comaneci praises Indian school kids after video goes viral
A boy and a girl, in their school uniforms, were seen in a 15-second video clip doing tough gymnastic moves. It also caught the attention of Union sports minister Kiren Rijiju. Gymanstics legend Nadia Comaneci called it 'awesome'
IndiaAug 29, 2019, 1:03 PM IST
PM Modi: ‘Fit India Movement’ will lead country towards healthy future
The launch of 'Fit India Movement' was attended by Union sports minister Kiren Rijiju and this year's national sports award winners among others. During the launch, PM Narendra Modi said that ‘Fit India’ will take the country towards a healthier future
IndiaJun 4, 2019, 3:57 PM IST
Modi government goes bullish for minority development
Union Minister for Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said that ensuring socio-economic-educational empowerment of Minorities through “3Es”- Education, Employment and Empowerment was the ministry's target.