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Asian Games 2026: Yash Kumar Chauhan fails dope test
Yash Kumar Chauhan, a kurash player from India, has been provisionally suspended due to a positive drug test. During the Asian Games, a sample taken revealed the presence of banned substances, including Metandienone. The Olympic Council of Asia announced that…
Athletes Terminated, Suspended Over Doping At Odisha HPC
The Reliance Foundation Odisha Athletics High Performance Centre has taken disciplinary action against three athletes, including terminating a javelin thrower, following a "Performance-Enhancing Drug incident" where syringes and anabolic steroids were alleged…
Neeraj Chopra joins fight against doping, to launch athlete awareness campaign with IOA
Neeraj Chopra's foundation has partnered with the Indian Olympic Association to launch an anti-doping campaign, aiming to educate athletes. Chopra emphasized patience and the long-term dedication required for success, sharing his personal commitment to clean …
India proposes 10-year jail, up to Rs 5 lakh fine for doping traffickers
India is taking a bold stand against doping in sports by proposing strict penalties for those involved in the distribution and trafficking of banned substances. With proposed jail sentences reaching ten years and substantial fines, this legislation seeks to d…
We hear Indian athletes running away when there's doping control: International Testing Agency head
The International Testing Agency (ITA) has raised concerns about doping in India. Athletes are reportedly receiving advance notice of tests and avoiding controls. The ITA suggests India needs significant governance and structural reforms to be considered for …
Doping Concerns Cloud India's Olympic Aspirations
The International Testing Agency (ITA) has voiced concerns regarding the high rate of doping cases in India and the alleged practice of athletes receiving advance notice before testing, potentially jeopardising the nation's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games.