Rio Olympics

The Asian Games are a sweet victory for Singh, who has battled adverse circumstances throughout.

For many Indian celebrities and public figures, their teachers inspired them to go after the impossible, to dream big dreams, and to remain diligent in the pursuit of their passions and talents. Here are the stories of 10 amazing teachers who made a difference in the lives of their extraordinary students.

In the finals of the 20 km event at Rio, Manish Rawat finished 13th, ahead of some of the best racewalkers in the world – including 4 former world champions, 3 Asian champions, 2 European champions and 2 Olympic medallists. This is the inspiring story of this unsung Olympian who made India proud at Rio.

India's hope for a second medal at the Olympics rest on the shoulders of young badminton player PV Sindhu. Here's why she might just come through.

Haryana wrestler, Sakshi Malik made India proud by winning a bronze in the 58 kg freestyle wrestling event. Her win ends India's dry spell at the Rio Olympics.

This year, it has been heartening to see private companies taking baby steps to support competitive sports in the country (apart from cricket) and promoting individual athletes. Here's why it can make a difference in India's sporting arena.

The Indian men's hockey team's recent performance at the Rio Olympics has rekindled the hope that the current team will be able to bring back the Golden Years that Indian Hockey witnessed from 1928 to 1956.

Indian gymnast Dipa Karmakar has set the bar high -- not only for the aspiring Indian gymnasts, but those from other countries too.

Jharkhand archer Deepika Kumari's unwavering focus and determination have made her India's hope for a medal in archery in the Rio Olympics of 2016.

Tripura girl Dipa Karmakar has made history yet again by becoming the first female Indian gymnast to qualify for the Olympic finals.