The race itself unfolded in phases. Gurindervir Singh was quickest out of the blocks, powering through the first 40 metres and setting the early pace. But the field began to close in, and Kujur responded with a well-timed surge through the latter half of the race.

Right alongside him was S. Tamilarasu, who stayed within touching distance, breathing down Kujur’s shoulder all the way to the finish. Both athletes were clocked at 10.28s, underlining just how close the contest was, with Kujur edging ahead for the win.

Gurindervir, after his fast start, settled for third in 10.40s.

Anusha Biswas, the 2024 Junior Nationals 100m bronze medallist, has been banned for four years by NADA’s Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel (ADDP).

The 19-year-old sprinter was initially suspended in January 2025 after testing positive for Metandienone. She appealed the suspension, and her case was subsequently reviewed and adjudicated by the ADDP.

Biswas had recently broken the 12-second barrier at the Junior Nationals 2024, marking her as a rising sprint talent. Her four-year ineligibility period will be counted from January 8, 2025, sidelining her from all competitions until 2029.

The decision serves as a strict reminder of NADA’s zero-tolerance policy on doping, even among young and emerging athletes.