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For the first time in Olympic Summer Games history, the Opening Ceremony was held in the heart of the city along the Seine River, rather than in a stadium.

The event began with Greek representatives leading athletes from nearly 200 countries in the Parade of Nations on riverboats.

Sindhu and Sharath led a 117-member Indian contingent, with 78 participating in the Opening Ceremony in Paris on Friday, as India aimed to surpass their best-ever performance of seven medals from the previous Tokyo Games.

The event began with Greek representatives leading athletes from nearly 200 countries in the Parade of Nations on boats along the river.

According to Transport Minister Patrice Vergriete, the incidents disrupted several high-speed lines connecting Paris with other parts of France and neighboring countries.

Organisers say 9.7 million tickets were sold or allocated for this year's Olympic and Paralympic Games, with 8.7 million sold for the former and a million for the latter

The first goal of the Paris Games was scored by Spain right back Marc Pubill in the 29th minute

The United States is projected to win 112 medals overall — 39 gold, 32 silver, and 41 bronze

India last won medals in successive Olympic Games in 1968 and 1972 — bronze medals in Mexico and Munich

As the clock ticks down for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, the question is whether India will undergo another transformation in the French capital

Approximately 10,500 athletes from territories of 206 National Olympic Committee and the IOC Refugee Olympic Team will compete in games

Narendra Modi says those travelling to the French capital would do the country a huge service by providing inputs from their experience

In one of the year's most anticipated matches, the 21-year-old Spaniard dazzled, securing a 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory against Sinner at the Philippe-Chatrier court

In the decider game, Sindhu was all over Zhang, taking the lead of 11-7 with cross-court service and playing mostly on the nets.

He referred to the action as an excellent illustration of promoting digital payments and enhancing connections.

The video posted by the little girl's father, caught the eye of KTR, who responded to it saying "Can't promise Beta but will try my best."

Alcaraz Posts Practice Session with Djokovic in Paris: 'Great Session with @DjokerNole! Vamos!'

The government has put France on high security alert after a fatal school stabbing by a suspected extremist

Notably, the French capital has been invaded by the bedbugs just 10 months before the opening of the Paris 2024 Olympics which will be hosted by the European nation this year.

She can be seen enjoying her cup of coffee and posing in her uber-cool outfit. Sara wore an orange top that she paired with purple shorts and a printed shirt.