March 03, 2026 10:05 am
A 2:13 marathon has put Karkera among India’s fastest distance runners. The orthopaedic surgeon from Mumbai is now racing towards the Asian Games — balancing clinic hours with elite training.
February 28, 2026 10:34 pm
The marathon, which is happening for the first time, will be flagged off by UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria in the presence of 2008 Beijing Olympics champion Abhinav Bindra and Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Rupinder Pal Singh from Chandigarh Club.
September 15, 2025 1:39 pm
After the race, the timings of both Simbu and Petros read two hours, nine minutes and 48 seconds, the German taking silver despite entering the last stretch of the race as the leader in the Tokyo's National Stadium.
April 28, 2025 1:59 pm
The 28-year-old clocked 2:15.50 to beat previous mark of 2:16:16 set last year in London by Kenyan Peres Jepchirchir.
March 05, 2025 3:27 pm
The journey from 5 km to 42 km is just a number; what matters is your determination
January 18, 2014 3:17 am
A new study on effects of ultra-endurance exercise on athletes’ health found a high incidence of breathing problems and running-related injuries.
October 06, 2013 3:49 am
While some might say that charity begins at home,Pune Running,an organisation that holds marathons in the city throughout the year,believes that charity begins on the streets.
January 16, 2011 3:16 am
The gentleman's wrinkled eyes flash in defiance at the poser: just how old is he?
May 11, 2010 11:23 pm
In a city dotted with parks and green spaces the way Chandigarh is,fitness is a passion.

