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Boston Marathon promotes inclusivity, but some runners bow out over politics
Boston Athletic Association President Jack Fleming said the 129th edition of the race was full " thousands more are turned away " and there's been no indication that those registered are staying home
19 April,2025 05:11 PM IST | Boston | mid-day online correspondent
Lok Sabha passes Waqf Amendment Bill after marathon, heated debate
The bill was passed after amendments made by the opposition members were negatived. The House sat beyond midnight to pass the legislation.
03 April,2025 08:36 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Nike kicks off its first women’s night race in Mumbai on May 10
The After Dark Tour will debut as Mumbai’s first-ever night race. The 10K run aims to foster a sense of community, self-expression, and belief, leaving runners feeling seen, supported, and motivated
19 March,2025 09:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Indian runner Archana gets 4-year ban for failed dope test
The AIU said its understanding of this communication was that Jadhav did not require a hearing and was “content” to get a decision from the body
19 March,2025 07:54 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Ibrahim Ali Khan’s nutritionist on making changes to his lifestyle for 3 films
Ibrahim Ali Khan’s nutritionist Nicole Kedia discusses the adjustments she made to the “genetically blessed” actor’s lifestyle to help him prep for three films
12 March,2025 09:07 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonia Lulla
Runners brave icy winds and extreme cold to conquer full marathon at Pangong
Runners brave icy winds, wear four layers as they finish full marathon in an adventure of a lifetime; the full marathon race was run on Monday, February 24 at the Lake, made even more famous by the movie '3 Idiots'
01 March,2025 02:47 PM IST | Mumbai | Hemal Ashar
Pope Francis’ doing slightly better as he resumes work from hospital
Pope Francis was well enough on Monday to meet in the hospital with the Vatican secretary of state and his deputy to approve new decrees of candidates for possible sainthood, the Vatican said Tuesday.
26 February,2025 08:32 AM IST | Vatican City | Agencies
Classical dance marathon at Khajuraho Dance Festival creates Guinness Record
The dance marathon began at 2.34 PM on Wednesday and ended at 2.43 PM on Thursday, continuing non-stop for 24 hours, 9 minutes and 26 seconds
21 February,2025 11:20 AM IST | Khajuraho | mid-day online correspondent
MTHL route marathon to be held on 16th february, traffic restrictions announced
The MTHL route marathon on 16th February 2025 will see significant traffic restrictions, including road closures and alternate routes for commuters. Runners are advised to use public transport.
13 February,2025 04:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Marathon-running is ex-British PM Sunak’s fitness mantra
Though Sunak was not in sports attire, he looked perfect and passionate while batting, remarked Parsee Gymkhana Vice-President and Cricket Secretary, Khodadad Yazdegardi
03 February,2025 08:11 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh Mayure