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Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu in action during the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Mirabai Chanu falls short of 2nd Olympic medal, finishes 4th

August 8, 2024, 07:46 AM - 2 min read

Mirabai, who turns 30 today, lifted a total of 199kg (88kg in snatch and 111kg in clean and jerk), falling just 3kg short of her total lift at the Tokyo Olympics, where she secured a silver medal.

Mirabai Chanu eyes Paris Olympic podium despite injury woes

August 6, 2024, 12:50 PM - 2 min read

Mirabai Chanu, who has been away from the limelight due to injuries, will be the centre of attention on Wednesday as she aims to secure India's second Olympic weightlifting medal. However, tough competition and ongoing fitness issues pose significant challenges.

Mirabai Chanu lifts weight during the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

Olympic medalist Mirabai Chanu to train in Paris ahead of Olympic games

March 11, 2024, 06:16 PM - 2 min read

The Tokyo Olympics silver medallist will acclimatise to the weather and prepare for the quadrennial showpiece during her month-long stint in La Ferte-Milon in Paris, according to a statement by the Sports Ministry's Mission Olympic Cell.