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It was only the second instance in history when an Indian male hurdler has reached the semifinals of the World Athletics Championships.
American Coleman, silver medallist in 2017 and owner of the fastest time this season, put down his gold marker by breezing to a time of 9.98 seconds to set the pace in the opening round.
Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich overcame extreme heat and humidity to win the world championship midnight marathon on Friday, in a gruelling test of survival that saw nearly a third of the 70 starters fail to reach the finish line.
The top eight finishes in all the relays will book a spot in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, something India is aiming for.
International Association of Athletics Federations chief Sebastian Coe presented Usha the Veteran Pin during the 52nd IAAF Congress in Doha.
A recipient of Param Vishist Seva Medal, Ati Vishist Seva Medal and Vayu Sena Medal, this top air warrior ensured that he stayed away from the media glare during most part of his career.
Hima Das could not qualify for her pet event 400m but she has been named to run in the women's 4x400m relay and the mixed 4x400m relay races.
Boeing formally handed over the aircraft keys to Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa at the function in Pathankot.
Varthaman was conferred the Vir Chakra, the coveted wartime gallantry medal, for downing the F-16 jet of Pakistan during the aerial combat.
The 32-year-old Australian, who won Olympic 100 metres hurdles gold at the 2012 London Games and the world title in 2011 and 2017, said she had been forced into the decision by a string of injuries.