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fauja singh, who became the oldest person to complete a full marathon (42 km) in Toronto at the age of 100, crossed the finish line after more than 8 hours.

Former sports minister MS Gill has written to PM Manmohan, making a recommendation for conferring the Padma award on 100-year-old runner fauja singh.

The filmmaker took to social media to announce his next film, which will be based on the 'Sikh Superman', the 109-year-old marathon sensation.

fauja singh, the "Turbaned Tornado" and world's oldest marathon runner, tragically passed away at 114 after being struck by a car in his native Punjab. He began his running journey at 89, achieving numerous age-group records, including becoming the first centenarian to complete a marathon.

Police are investigating a hit-and-run that killed fauja singh, the world's oldest marathoner, near Jalandhar. Investigators are searching for a white Fortuner SUV, potentially identified through recovered headlight pieces, CCTV footage, and eyewitness accounts. Singh was reportedly crossing the highway to visit his family's dhaba, a place of remembrance for his deceased son, when the tragic incident occurred.

Led by renowned Indian-origin British centenarian marathon runner, fauja singh, the citizens of Amritsar accorded warm response to 'Run for the City' event.

fauja singh, the centenarian marathoner and inspiration to millions, tragically passed away at the age of 114 after being struck by a vehicle near his village in Beas. Known as the 'Turbaned Tornado,' he gained global recognition for completing marathons well into his old age, becoming the oldest to achieve this feat at 100.

The Hong Kong Marathon will be 101-year-old fauja singh's last tryst with running as the centenarian has decided not to run in competitions anymore.

Turbaned Tornado, 99, fauja singh became the world's oldest half marathon runner (subject to ratification) after completing the Inter Faith Luxembourg half marathon. Indian-born Fauja completed the 21-km race in 3.32 hours compared to his record of 2.29 hours five years back.

World's oldest marathoner, fauja singh, was cremated in his native village Beas near Jalandhar, with dignitaries like Punjab Governor and Chief Minister in attendance. Tributes were paid to the global inspiration, who tragically died after being hit by a speeding vehicle. The government announced plans to honor him by naming a school and installing statues.

fauja singh, the world's oldest marathoner who passed away at the age of 114 in a hit-and-run accident, will be cremated in his village, Beas, on Sunday. The global celebrity's death has brought a deep sense of loss to his village and those who knew him. He had once remarked that his worth would only be realized after his death.

Former sports minister M S Gill has written a letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, requesting him to honour iconic centenarian marathon runner fauja singh with a Padma award.

fauja singh, the 114-year-old marathon runner, passed away after being hit by a car. His funeral took place with state honors in his native village of Beas. Many people including Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann paid their respects. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared a message.

Centurion marathon runner fauja singh, who has emerged as a poster boy in various international campaigns, wants to share his life experiences and learning with youth to inspire them, but feels that time is running out.