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Friday, September 5, 2025
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Topic: WFI

DCW issues notice to Delhi DCP for delay in registering FIR on wrestlers’ complaint against ex-WFI chief

Delhi Commission for Women has also asked for action against cops responsible for delay & sought security for complainants, who say WFI chief Brij Bhushan even harassed 1 minor athlete.

Wrestlers return to Jantar Mantar, demand action on allegations of sexual abuse against WFI chief Brij Bhushan

They allege that despite an Oversight Committee to look into the plaints, not much has moved on the ground. The sports ministry has not issued a statement either.

Row over WFI venue choice for wrestling tournaments: Harassment-accused chief Brij Bhushan’s home turf Gonda

Wrestlers who staged protests against then wrestling federation chief are demanding a venue change. Probe report submitted looking into allegations against Singh is yet to be made public.

From akhadas to Olympics, WFI’s vice-like grip & controversies

WFI is the governing body of wrestling in India, and one of the national sports federations recognised by govt. Top wrestlers have been hinting at systemic rot for a while.

WFI harassment panel got ‘0 complaints in 2 yrs’. Coaches question Sakshi Malik’s role as member

Wrestler Sakshi Malik, who led protests at Jantar Mantar with Vinesh Phogat & Bajrang Punia last week, is the only woman on panel. Coaches ask why she didn't speak up or take action.

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Giorgio Armani brought a feminine touch to men’s tailoring — and taught them how to suit up

Armani built a multibillion-dollar global brand from something as simple as an unstructured jacket, and broke down the walls between formal and casual.

GST 2.0: India streamlines indirect tax regime amid Trump tariffs & what it means for consumers

Goods and Services Tax Council paves way for a broad two-slab structure of 5% and 18% with a demerit rate of 40% for super luxury and 'sin' goods.

HAL team to visit US this month for talks on joint production of GE 414 engines

The engines are meant for Tejas Mk 2 and the first tranche of Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).

For Indian Mercedes, Asim Munir’s dumper truck in mirror is closer than it appears

From Munir’s point of view, a few bumps here and there is par for the course. He isn’t going to drive his dumper truck to its doom. He wants to use it as a weapon.