Asian Games 2026

September 28, 2026 11:23 PM

PM Modi congratulates Yashvir Singh, Rohit Yadav on silver, bronze in javelin at Asian Games

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav on winning the silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the javelin throw at the Asian Games. In a post on X, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said, “Two Indian javelin throwers on the Asian Games podium! Congratulations to Yashvir Singh on winning the Silver with a personal best and to Rohit Yadav on bringing home the Bronze. A wonderful result for both athletes and for Indian athletics. Best wishes to th...

September 28, 2026 11:09 PM

Yashvir Singh wins silver, Rohit Yadav bronze in javelin at Asian Games; Sri Lanka clinches gold

Indian javelin athletes Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav clinched silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the men’s javelin throw final at the Asian Games 2026 on Monday, with Yashvir producing a personal best of 85.72m in his final attempt. Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won the gold medal with a throw of 88.55m, also recording his best effort on the final attempt. Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem finished fourth with a best throw of 80.29m. Yashvir entered the final round in third place...

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 28, 2026 5:45 PM

Gulveer Singh clocks personal best to win silver in men’s 1500m at Asian Games 2026

Indian athlete Gulveer Singh clinched the silver medal in the men’s 1500m at the Asian Games 2026 on Monday, clocking a personal best (PB) of 3:36.72 in the final, according to the Athletics Federation of India (AFI). Gulveer stayed in contention throughout the 12-man final before producing a strong kick in the last lap to secure the silver medal. Japan’s Kazuto Iizawa won the gold medal with a Games Record time of 3:36.35, while another Japanese athlete, Nagiya Mori, claimed the bronze me...

September 28, 2026 5:30 PM

Asian Games 2026: India beat South Korea 3-0 to enter men’s squash team quarterfinals

Defending champions India registered a comprehensive 3-0 win over South Korea in the men's squash team group stage at the 2026 Asian Games on Monday to top their group and advance to the quarterfinals. Velavan Senthilkumar got India off to a winning start, defeating South Korea's Na Jooyoung 11-6, 11-4, 11-7 in straight games. Velavan controlled the opening contest from the start, winning the first game 11-6 before extending India's advantage with an 11-4 victory in the second. He completed th...

September 28, 2026 5:19 PM

Asian Games 2026: Kapil Pokhariya beats Kim Gichae in men’s 90kg to confirm boxing medal

Indian boxer Kapil Pokhariya advanced to the men's 90 kg semifinals and confirmed a medal at the 2026 Asian Games after defeating South Korea's Kim Gichae by unanimous decision in the quarterfinals on Monday. Kapil, who enjoyed a reach advantage due to his height, started strongly and dominated the opening round with his attacking punches. His left hooks found their mark repeatedly as he took the first round 5-0. The Indian continued his aggressive approach in the second round, landing clean p...

September 28, 2026 3:12 PM

Asian Games 2026: India beat Japan 2-1 in women’s squash team event

India defeated Japan 2-1 in the women's squash team event at the 2026 Asian Games on Monday, with Tanvi Khanna sealing the tie after Anahat Singh's five-game defeat to Satomi Watanabe. Joshana Chinappa gave India an early lead with an 11-1, 11-8 victory over Japan's Erisa Sano in the opening match. Anahat was then up against Watanabe, who had beaten the Indian in the opening game 11-8. However, Anahat responded strongly, winning the next two games 11-8 and 11-7 to take a 2-1 lead. Watanabe for...