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SBI Life named Principal Partner of India’s para contingent for 2026 season

SBI Life named Principal Partner of India’s para contingent for 2026 season

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SBI Life Insurance, one of India’s most trusted private life insurers, today announced the strengthening of its partnership with the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), becoming the ‘Principal Partner’ of the Indian Contingent for the 2026 para sports season. The company will act as the ‘Official Life Insurance Partner’ for the Indian Paralympic Contingent that will be heading to the upcoming Commonwealth Para Games 2026 in Glasgow and the Asian Para Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Building on its successful association with India’s para-athletes during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, SBI Life continues to champion stories of determination, preparation, and excellence that inspire individuals to pursue their aspirations with confidence. Through this partnership, SBI Life aims to recognise and amplify the journeys of India’s elite para-athletes, as high-performance competitors who continue to redefine possibilities through their dedication and commitment. Their journeys highlight a universal truth—that aspirations can be pursued when individuals have the confidence, support, and preparation to move forward. Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Ravindra Sharma, Chief of Brand, Corporate Communication & CSR, SBI …

Paralympic Committee of India terminates Naval Singh after abuse allegations

Paralympic Committee of India terminates Naval Singh after abuse allegations

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The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) terminated the services of Dronacharya awardee Naval Singh on Saturday. This development comes just a day after The Bridge reported that India’s top javelin throwers’ plea to the Sports Authority of India (SAI), alleging mental harassment by Naval Singh, had been brushed under the carpet. The PCI held an emergency meeting on Saturday, led by President Devendra Jhajharia, who is also a fromer para javelin thrower. “The Committee unanimously decided to terminate the services of coach Naval Singh with immediate effect and remove him from all Paralympic Committee activities,” said PCI in a letter addressed to the coach. Earlier in an email, which is in possession of The Bridge, PCI Secretary General Jayawant G H, wrote to the javelin throwers: “In this context, we would like to state clearly that since 2025, Mr. Naval Singh is not designated as the Coach of Para Athletics by the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI). Consequently, his name has not been recommended by PCI for any Championship.” “The Paralympic Committee of India has …

PCI expresses concern over arrest of Ghaziabad journalist

PCI expresses concern over arrest of Ghaziabad journalist

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The Press Club of India (PCI) has expressed concern over the arrest of Imran Khan, a journalist in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad for his reportage. “His reportage was based on the coverage of an Opposition leader’s press conference during the Lok Sabha election held early this year. At the complaint of the local MP, months after the election, the Uttar Pradesh Police filed an FIR and arrested the journalist on Sunday morning,” said the PCI. The PCI said: “Shooting the messenger has now become a new normal across the country. We urge the Uttar Pradesh government to sensitise the police personnel with regard to the functioning and workings of the journalists. Published – November 05, 2024 01:37 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

What Is PCI Compliance? A Simple Guide for Businesses

What Is PCI Compliance? A Simple Guide for Businesses

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You likely accept credit and debit card payments every day. But with so much sensitive data, you need robust protection against hackers. Luckily, there is a standardized checklist of measures to defend against fraud. These security protocols are called the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Since that’s a mouthful, people simply say a business is “PCI compliant” to mean it follows these strict protective measures. The top credit card companies enforce these rules. Let’s dive into why your small business needs to stay PCI-compliant. What is PCI compliance? PCI compliance is a prescription of security guidelines intended to protect cardholder data during transactions. The standards were incarnated in 2004 by the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC). This body is composed of major credit card companies such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and JCB. Any business that handles credit card information should adhere to these regulations. That’s because PCI compliance also protects businesses. The protocols slash the risk of data breaches and credit card fraud. Consumers trust entities that …

Paralympic Star Nitesh Kumar Cites BAI Apathy, Wants Badminton To Be Placed Under PCI

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Frustrated with the lack of recognition and administrative wrangling within the Badminton Association of India (BAI), Paralympic champion Nitesh Kumar has called for para badminton to be transferred under the aegis of Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) for the sport’s betterment and progress. The 29-year-old from Haryana, who secured a historic gold medal in the SL3 class at the Paris Paralympics, said para shuttlers needed to be treated on par with their able-bodied counterparts. “We have won 21 medals at the Asian Para Games, around 14-15 medals at the World Championships, and 5 medals at the Paralympics, but we don’t receive basic appreciation from BAI,” Kumar told PTI. “This isn’t a new issue; it’s a recurring problem. Their attention remains solely on able-bodied athletes, with minimal effort to promote para badminton.” Kumar also expressed his dissatisfaction on social media after BAI congratulated the para shuttlers on their Paris performance via Twitter. “Despite the occasional social media appreciation from @BAI_Media, we, the athletes, are highly dissatisfied with BAI’s lack of interest in para badminton. …

‘BAI is ignorant and apathetic’, Paralympic champion Nitesh wants PCI to take over

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Delhi: Paralympic gold medalist Nitesh Kumar’s criticism of the Badminton Association of India for lack of recognition and the administrative mess has created a stir on social media. The gold medalist in men’s singles SL3 category, Nitesh took to social media platform X to criticise BAI and asked for para-badminton to be transferred under the aegis of the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) “It has been happening for quite some time. We didn’t want to do anything then as the Paris Paralympics was coming up. But now that the Paralympics is done, I think it is the right time to discuss it,” the shuttler told The Bridge on a phone call. “The basics are lacking and there is no appreciation from the federation. It happened during the Asian Para Games too when we won 21 medals but there was no appreciation or anything from the federation,” he added further. Apart from the lack of recognition, Nitesh cited the administrative mess, logistical challenges, and lack of attention to the issues of the para-shuttlers. “At the world …

PCI seeks report from UP govt on journalist`s murder

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The Press Council of India on Friday sought a report from the Uttar Pradesh government on the killing of a journalist in Jaunpur district, taking suo motu cognisance of the matter, reported news agency PTI. As per the PTI report, Ashutosh Srivastava, a journalist with the Sudarshan News television channel, was shot dead in Jaunpur on Monday. The 43-year-old journalist was shot dead in the Shahganj area of this Uttar Pradesh district on Monday, police said. Ashutosh Srivastava of Sabarhad village was on his way to Imranganj market around 9.30 am when unidentified assailants shot him at the intersection near Jaunpur-Shahganj Road, Circle Officer  Local journalists said Srivastava was writing against cow slaughter in the area. He had received several threats from smugglers and informed the police about these in writing. Family sources said Srivastava had written to officers at the Shahganj police station a month ago and requested protection but the cops did not pay heed to his request. Following the murder, locals held a protest by blocking the road. The protest was lifted …

India receives praise for hosting Para Shooting World Cup successfully

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India has received appreciation from the World Shooting Para Sport (WSPS) for successfully hosting the Para Shooting World Cup earlier this month. India hosted the Para World Cup at the Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi from the 6th of March to the 15th of March. Over 250 shooters from 50 countries participated in the event. The tournament was also a qualification tournament for the upcoming 2024 Paris Paralympics. India finished third in the tally with 16 medals, including two gold and eight silver. Among the medal winners, Mona Aggarwal confirmed a Paris Paralympics quota place for India after clinching the gold medal in R2-Women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 category. India also faced significant embarrassment during the finals as the ‘flash targets’ were deemed unsuitable for competition by the foreign jury. However, the jury refrained from filing any formal complaint given India was conducting the tournament for first time. “We received numerous positive comments from our teams that attended the event. I have been organizing events for 10-plus years (and) I can confirm …

Controversy erupts over flash targets at Para Shooting World Cup trap finals

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India faced a significant embarrassment during the finals of the WSPS Para World Cup trap events as the ‘flash targets’ were deemed unsuitable for competition by the foreign jury. The event, a milestone for India as it hosts the first-ever WSPS Para Shooting World Cup, drew over 250 shooters from 50 nations to the Karni Singh Ranges. Although not mandatory, ‘flash targets’ are customary in international shotgun event finals, aiding judges in determining successful hits by emitting a distinct pink plume upon impact. However, the foreign jury insisted on their immediate removal, this unexpected directive led to a swift response from range officials, who, with the assistance of knowledgeable personnel, completed the task within ten minutes, ensuring the competition commenced on schedule. While the international jury expressed frustration, they refrained from filing a formal complaint, considering India’s inaugural hosting of the prestigious Para World Cup. Tyler Anderson, the senior manager of World Shooting Para Sports (WSPS), is also present in New Delhi for the event. Rajiv Bhatia, Secretary of the National Rifle Association of India …

India will aim for 30 medals in Paris Paralympics, says PCI president Devendra Jhajharia

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Devendra Jhajharia, the newly elected president of the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), has set an ambitious target of 30 medals for India in the upcoming Paris Paralympics. This goal, 11 more than the country’s impressive 19 medals in Tokyo, reflects Jhajharia’s vision to elevate India’s standing in para-sports. “Our target for Paris Paralympics (August 28 to September 8) is to win many more medals than the 19 we won in Tokyo. Iss baar, tees paar (will aim for 30-plus medals),” Jhajharia stated. He highlighted the government’s support for para sports under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasising India’s growth in para sports since the 2016 Rio Paralympics. Achieving a medal count of 30 could potentially place India in the top 10 standings. Jhajharia’s vision for PCI includes developing para-sports across all 700 districts of India. With a track record of success, including gold medals in the 2004 Athens and 2016 Rio Paralympics, Jhajharia’s leadership is poised to inspire para-athletes across the country. His mission is to support and elevate the talents of differently-abled athletes. PCI …