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October 4, 2026 5:51 PM

Dazzling light and musical show brings curtains down on Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games

A dazzling light and musical show, sprinkled with a vibrant display of Japan's culture and hospitality, brought the curtains down on the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games as the host country pulled off a spectacular closing ceremony here on Sunday. After more than two weeks of intense competition, which had produced more than 350 records, including at least 50 world records, the athletes of the 45 countries of Asia joined the festive atmosphere at the Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium to mark the end of the ...

October 4, 2026 5:48 PM

Asian Games 2026: India signs off with 85 medals after Gold rush in cricket, hockey and kabaddi

India concluded its campaign at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya with 85 medals, including 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze, finishing fourth in the overall standings after a campaign marked by dominant performances in team sports, historic individual triumphs and several first-time podium finishes. The 85-medal haul was below India’s record performance of 106 medals at the Hangzhou Asian Games in 2023, when the country won 28 gold, 38 silver and 40 bronze medals. However, the Aichi-Nagoy...

September 28, 2026 10:21 PM

PM Modi congratulates Pinkcy Balhara on winning bronze in women’s 78kg Kurash at Asian Games

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Pinkcy Balhara on securing the bronze medal in the women’s 78kg Kurash event at the Asian Games, praising her grit and resolve throughout the competition. In a post on X, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said, “Congrats to Pinkcy Balhara on securing the Bronze Medal in the Women’s 78kg Kurash Asian Games event. She displayed tremendous grit and resolve throughout. May she continue to scale new heights and bring further laurels in the...

September 28, 2026 10:01 PM

PM Modi congratulates Murali Sreeshankar on winning another Asian Games medal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Murali Sreeshankar on winning another Asian Games medal in the men’s long jump, saying his performance earned him a well-deserved place on the podium. In a post on X, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said, “Another Asian Games medal for Murali Sreeshankar! His leap earned him a place on the Men’s Long Jump podium. Congratulations to him. Wishing him many more successes ahead: PM @narendramodi”. https://x.com/PMOIndia/status/210459...

September 28, 2026 9:34 PM

Asian Games: Murali Sreeshankar clinches silver in long jump

India’s Murali Sreeshankar produced a gutsy performance to win silver in the men’s long jump at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, overcoming severe pain from an ankle injury to finish with a best effort of 8.07m. Sreeshankar, the reigning Asian Games silver medallist, registered his best jump on the second attempt to move into second place and stayed there until the end of the competition. China’s Shi Yuhao won gold with a season-best 8.17m, while Uzbekistan’s Anvar Anvarov secured ...

September 28, 2026 8:05 PM

PM Modi congratulates Esha Singh on winning silver in women’s 25m pistol at Asian Games

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Indian shooter Esha Singh on winning the silver medal in the women’s 25m pistol individual event at the Asian Games 2026, praising her precision and composure in a closely fought final. In a post on X, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said, “Congratulations to @singhesha10 on winning the Silver Medal in the Women’s 25m Pistol Individual event at the Asian Games 2026. With a great score, Esha showed immense precision and composure. Be...

September 22, 2026 12:56 AM

Asian Games: India add four medals on Day 2, Suchika Tariyal scripts MMA history

India added four more medals on the second day of the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Monday, taking its overall tally to six medals, while continuing to wait for its first gold. Three of India's four medals came from shooting, while Suchika Tariyal created history by becoming India's first Asian Games medallist in mixed martial arts. Suchika won the bronze medal after losing 0-2 to Singapore's Hui Hoon Teo. Her compatriot Varun Sanyal's MMA campaign ended before it began due to medical reasons...

September 21, 2026 10:11 PM

India begin women’s kabaddi title defence with 42-21 win over Bangladesh

Defending champions India began their women's kabaddi title defence at the 2026 Asian Games with a 42-21 victory over Bangladesh in their opening Group A match at the Tokai Citizens Gymnasium on Monday. India controlled the contest from the outset, combining a disciplined defence with consistent attacking pressure. Sanju Devi led India's attacking effort, while Manisha Kumari, Sonali Shingate and captain Pushpa Rana also made important contributions. India restricted Bangladesh's access to the...

September 21, 2026 10:54 AM

Japan braces for Typhoon Dujuan, some impact likely at Asian Games venue Aichi-Nagoya

A large typhoon was moving towards East Japan's Pacific Coast on Monday, with the Japan Meteorological Agency warning of heavy rain, strong winds and landslides, Kyodo News reported. Typhoon Dujuan is projected to pass near Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo, from the evening to late Monday, as per Japan's weather agency. Downpours stemming from linear rainbands could also take place in the Kanto-Koshin region in the east and Tokai region of Central Japan. The year's 25th typhoo...

September 21, 2026 10:10 AM

Asian Games 2026 preview: India aim to build on record Hangzhou haul in Aichi-Nagoya

India will look to build on their record-breaking medal haul at Hangzhou 2023 when the 20th Asian Games get underway in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Saturday (September 19), with a strong contingent featuring Olympic medallists and reigning champions across several disciplines. The Games will run from September 19 to October 4, with athletes from 45 countries and regions competing across 43 sports and 469 medal events. Japan will host the continental multi-sport event for the third time, having prev...