Milkha Singh

Sports Success Story: From Flying Sikh To Sporting Legend, The Unforgettable Journey Of Milkha Singh's Triumph

The 'Flying Sikh', Milkha Singh, rose from Partition trauma to become India's legendary sprinter, winning Asian and Commonwealth Games golds and coming just shy of Olympic glory.

Dec 30, 2023, 13:50 PM IST

Farhan Akhtar’s Bhaag Milkha Bhaag Re-Releases In Indian Sign Language

Late athlete Milkha Singh’s biopic, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, was released 10 years ago with Farhan Akhtar playing the lead character.

Jul 28, 2023, 16:43 PM IST

‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' Completes 10 Years, Farhan Akhtar Drops This Post

‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ is a biographical sports drama film released in 2013. The movie is based on the life of the Indian athlete Milkha Singh, also known as "The Flying Sikh." The film starred Farhan Akhtar in the lead role of Milkha Singh.

Jul 22, 2023, 00:01 AM IST

Kaur Singh, Only Indian Boxer To Have Fought Muhammad Ali, Dies At 74

In recognition of his achievements, Kaur Singh was conferred with the Arjuna Award in 1982 and Padma Shri in 1983.

Apr 27, 2023, 20:30 PM IST

Golfer Jeev Milkha gets notice for 63 pending challans on Mercedes-Benz car sold in 2014, moves to court

International golfer Chiranjeev Milkha, son of Milkha Singh, sold the Mercedes-Benz car to Nitin Jain in 2014 through a dealer, but the car's papers were not transferred in his name.

Oct 14, 2022, 12:26 PM IST

Independence Day EXCLUSIVE: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra defines a ‘perfect’ patriotic film

Rakesyh Omprakash Mehra—the director of films like Aks, Rang De Basanti, Delhi 6, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Mere Pyare Prime Minister and Toofan—explains what it takes to make an impactful patriotic film, and whether there is a template for such films.

Aug 14, 2021, 16:26 PM IST

Sonam Kapoor's fee for Farhan Akhtar's 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' will blow your mind!

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's book tells Hollywood hottie Daniel Craig auditioned for a supporting role in Rang De Basanti and this was a big trivia for his Indian fans, who were delighted to know this. 

Aug 11, 2021, 12:25 PM IST

Zee Exclusive: Milkha sir also believed in me, says Olympic Gold Medalist Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra, who won the gold medal in the Tokyo Olympics, has become an inspiration for the youth of the country today. Neeraj Chopra says that he has come to know the importance of winning a gold medal by coming back to India.

Aug 10, 2021, 15:04 PM IST

Kiren Rijiju tweeted Zee News' video, writes - 'I wish you had lived at least till Tokyo Olympics'

There is an atmosphere of celebration in the country after Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in the Tokyo Olympics. But in the meantime, many people are remembering the dream of Milkha Singh wherein a show of Zee News, he talked about his last wish and said that India should get a medal in the Olympics from Athletics. Kiren Rijiju has tweeted this video in which he himself is anchoring the show.

Aug 08, 2021, 22:00 PM IST

In Pics: Indians who missed Olympic medals by a whisker

The fourth-place finish, the dreaded fourth-place finish. Nobody really wants to finish in that position at the Olympic Games, yet there are more than half-a-dozen instances -- with the latest being golfer Aditi Ashok in Tokyo2020 -- where Indian players or teams have missed bronze by a whisker. Aditi finished fourth with an aggregate score of 15-under 269 on Saturday.

Aug 08, 2021, 14:38 PM IST

'Milkha Singh's dream has been fulfilled': Neeraj Chopra dedicates Olympic gold to India's sprint legend

Olympic gold-medallist Neeraj Chopra on Saturday dedicated his historic achievement to sprint legend Milkha Singh. 

Aug 07, 2021, 22:50 PM IST

Was inspired by how Milkha Singh devoted his life to sports: PM Modi

Milkha Singh had lost his battle to COVID-19 last week, and his demise was condoled throughout the world. Milkha was aged 91.

Jun 27, 2021, 12:35 PM IST

DNA: What did you learn from 'Flying Sikh' Milkha Singh?

Milkha Singh, a three-time Olympian fondly known as the "Flying Sikh", has died at the age of 91 from complications caused by COVID-19. Singh was a two-time Asian Games champion in the men's 400 meters and finished fourth in the event at the 1960 Olympics in Rome.

Jun 21, 2021, 23:04 PM IST

Golfer Jeev pens emotional tribute for father Milkha Singh

The 49-year-old Jeev Milkha Singh said Father’s Day on Sunday (June 20) was ‘another sad reminder of what I’ve lost’.

Jun 21, 2021, 14:27 PM IST

Farhan Akhtar's picture from 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' put up on running track in Noida Stadium, removed after backlash

The picture went viral on social media after the death of legendary athlete Milkha Singh. 

Jun 21, 2021, 12:54 PM IST

DNA: Watch Non Stop News with Sudhir Chaudhary; June 19, 2021

This segment of DNA brings to you important stories of the day. Watch this video for more information.

Jun 19, 2021, 21:32 PM IST

Milkha Singh's last rites being performed at Chandigarh, know more

The last rites of former sprinter Milkha Singh are being performed at the cremation ground at Matka Chowk, in Chandigarh.

Jun 19, 2021, 17:41 PM IST

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In this section, you will find the top news stories of the day. Segment News 50 is a part of Zee News important news bulletins in which we cover all the important news.

Jun 19, 2021, 17:04 PM IST

'Flying Sikh' Milkha Singh's last journey

The legendary Indian sprinter, Milkha Singh - the Flying Sikh breathed his last on Jun 18, 2021, due to COVID complications. The entire nation mourned his demise.

Jun 19, 2021, 17:02 PM IST

Bollywood Breaking: Bollywood saddened by the death of Milkha Singh!

Milkha Singh, the great athlete who raised India's flag across the world, is no more. He died late Friday night due to Coronavirus. Bollywood is also saddened by the death of Milkha Singh.

Jun 19, 2021, 16:16 PM IST