India hockey vice-captain Hardik Singh is the sole nominee for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna this year, while 24 athletes, including chess stars Divya Deshmukh and Vidit Gujrathi, have been picked for Arjuna awards. Yogasan athlete Aarti Pal earns a historic first, and no cricketer features in the list.Hardik nominated for Khel Ratna; Deshmukh in 24 Arjuna nominees
December 24, 2025
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India hockey vice-captain Hardik Singh is the sole nominee for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna this year, while 24 athletes, including chess stars Divya Deshmukh and Vidit Gujrathi, have been picked for Arjuna awards. Yogasan athlete Aarti Pal earns a historic first, and no cricketer features in the list.
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