Abhishek Mishra

Feb 13, 2025 | thebridge.in | Abhishek Mishra |Arjun Mylvahanan

Table TennisWith three medals at the 2025 National Games, the paddler is back at his best. For Sathiyan, it has been a rough couple of years. Since 2023, he has had to endure injuries that kept him from playing at his best. And spells on the sidelines meant missed tournaments. Since 2024, however, and thanks to rigorous focus on his fitness, he has turned over a new leaf. With renewed focus, he is clawing his way to the top.

Feb 9, 2025 | thebridge.in | Aswathy Santhosh |Abhishek Mishra

National GamesManisha Kumari, a young archer from a Naxal-affected village, overcame adversity to win silver at the 38th National Games, proving that talent knows no boundaries. Manisha Kumari’s journey is not just about archery – it’s about resilience, courage, and the pursuit of dreams against the odds.

Feb 9, 2025 | thebridge.in | Sudipta Biswas |Abhishek Mishra

AthleticsSeema Kaliramna, a mother and PhD scholar, won the discus throw gold at National Games guided by her husband Ravinder while eyeing 2028 Olympics. Seema Kaliramna’s gold medal win in the discus throw at the 2025 National Games in Dehradun is a demonstration of sheer passion and determination to succeed, overcoming the odds life has posed. While most athletes channel all their focus into excelling in their sport, Seema faces a unique challenge.

Feb 7, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Abhishek Mishra |Vivek Dubey

NewsIndia NewsDelhi elections: Will Congress-AAP split help BJP return to power after 27 years? TrendingThe high-stakes Delhi Assembly election sees Congress aiming to regain its position, facing off against AAP, which took the lead in 2015. The decisive factor could be the consolidation or division of Muslim and Dalit votes. With Dalit and Muslim-majority constituencies showing high turnout, the final results will be crucial in determining AAP or BJP dominance.

Feb 7, 2025 | thebridge.in | Sudipta Biswas |Abhishek Mishra

ShootingAfter winning the gold medal at the 38th National Games by defeating top shooters, Niraj Kumar now aims for World Cup and Olympic medals. For long, Niraj Kumar has been touted as a talented shooter waiting for his turn of glory. He won a gold medal in the team event at the ISSF World Cup in August 2023 along with Akhil Sheoran and Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar - a feat that, he says, remains his ‘highest achievement’.