Manisha Bhanwala first Indian woman wrestling world champion
Manisha Bhanwala became India's first female wrestling world champion.
Why it matters: A first for Indian women's wrestling.
Sources: Al Jazeera · See it on the globe
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Manisha Bhanwala became India's first female wrestling world champion.
Why it matters: A first for Indian women's wrestling.
Sources: Al Jazeera · See it on the globe
She won gold at the world championships. She is the second Indian wrestler to win the event.
Why it matters: A first for Indian women.
Sources: BBC Hindi · See it on the globe