The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) will hold elections for its president on September 14, filling the position left vacant by Raninder Singh after his 12-year tenure. The elections will only be for the remaining term of the current electoral cycle, which is one year. The NRAI has been headed by senior vice-president Kalikesh Singh Deo since Raninder’s departure in April 2022.
The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) Chennai Division released its 2024 Food Services Report, showcasing a thriving dining scene in the city. The report, which highlights the industry’s growth and potential, predicts a significant rise in the organized sector, driven by Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) and Cloud Kitchens. The report also emphasizes the importance of key initiatives like unified licensing, updated alcohol policies, and utilizing the city’s coastal areas for unique dining experiences.
The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has announced the hiring process for high-performance managers and coaches for the next Olympic cycle, beginning after the Paris Games in August. This move comes as India aims to break the medal drought in shooting at the Olympics. All current experts, including HPD Pierre Beauchamp and foreign coaches Munkhbayar Dorjsuren and Thomas Farnik, are eligible to apply. The NRAI will consider all applications based on merit and the performance of the Indian shooting team in Paris.
Manu Bhaker becomes the only shooter to qualify for two individual events at the upcoming Olympics. The team consists of eight rifle and seven pistol shooters, with an emphasis on trial results. The squad is currently in France for acclimatization and training before returning for a break. India secured a record 21 out of 24 possible quotas, including eight each in rifle and pistol events. Despite fielding large teams in Tokyo and Rio, India has yet to win a medal in shooting at the Olympics.
The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has allowed trap marksman Karan to participate in Olympic selection trials despite missing the requisite score, sparking controversy. While multiple shooters with identical scores were not considered, an exception was made for Karan after a recommendation from the Army. NRAI secretary Rajiv Bhatia justifies the decision based on Karan’s budding talent and previous scores, emphasizing that the federation cannot be bound by strict rules. However, this decision has raised questions about the fairness of the selection process and prompted criticism from former national coach Jaspal Rana. The NRAI’s insistence on strict criteria in ongoing legal battles with Olympic aspirants has drawn attention to this inconsistency.
The National Rifles Association of India (NRAI) is facing criticism for allowing marksman Karan to participate in shotgun selection trials despite missing the requisite score by two points. While several other shooters with identical scores from last year’s National Championships were excluded, Karan received an exception due to a recommendation from the Army. NRAI secretary Rajiv Bhatia defended the decision, stating that Karan is a “budding” shooter and his performance in previous competitions justified the exception. However, the move has raised concerns about the fairness of the selection process, as the NRAI is currently involved in a legal battle over its selection criteria in ongoing trials for the Olympics.
