Indian athletes

October 14, 2026 4:06 PM

PM Modi to Interact with Indian Athletes from Asian Games 2026 on October 15

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with the Indian contingent that participated in the Asian Games 2026 at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday. The interaction is scheduled for around 4:30 PM, and the Prime Minister will also address the gathering. India finished fourth in the medal standings at the Asian Games held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, securing a total of 85 medals, including 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze. The performance marked India’s second consec...

October 9, 2026 12:35 PM

FACT SHEET: India’s 85-Medal Campaign at Asian Games 2026

India's journey from the inaugural Asian Games in New Delhi to Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games 2026: At a Glance Edition: 20th Asian Games Host: Aichi-Nagoya, Japan Dates: September 19 to October 4, 2026 Official slogan: “Imagine One Asia” Sports: 43 Disciplines: 71 Events: 469 Total medals awarded: 1,407 Participating countries and regions: 45 India's Performance India concluded its campaign with 85 medals, including 21 gold, 27 sil...

October 2, 2026 2:07 PM

PM Modi congratulates Indian athletes on historic Asian Games medal wins

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Indian athletes for their medal-winning performances at the Asian Games, including historic gold and silver medals in recurve archery and a bronze in women’s skiff sailing. PM Modi congratulated Ankita Bhakat, Kumkum Anil Mohod and Kirti for winning India’s first-ever gold medal in the Women’s Recurve Team event at the Asian Games. The Prime Minister praised the trio for their composure and precision in a closely fought final a...

September 24, 2026 8:31 AM

Asian Games, day 5: Wushu, athletics, shooting, rowing in focus as India eyes gold rush

Indian athletes will continue their Asian Games 2026 campaign on Day 5 with several medal opportunities lined up across rowing, wushu, athletics, shooting, canoe sprint and other disciplines. Wushu player Roshibina Devi will compete in the women's 60kg Sanda final, while Indian rowers will feature in multiple medal events. Athletics will witness medal action with Asha Ilango and Niharika Vashisht in the women's triple jump final and Seema in the women's 10,000m final. India's top sprinters Anim...

September 21, 2026 12:08 PM

Asian Games Day 2: Focus on shooting, MMA, hockey, kabaddi as India aim to boost medal tally

India will look to add to its medal tally on Day 2 of the Asian Games 2026 on Monday, with shooting, mixed martial arts and several team events featuring prominently in the schedule. After opening their campaign with two silver medals in shooting on Sunday, India will have another opportunity to reach the podium in the men’s 10m air rifle, where Himanshu Dhillon, Parth Mane and Rudrankksh Patil will compete in qualification and the team final. The individual final is scheduled for 9 a.m. IS...

September 21, 2026 10:10 AM

Asian Games 2026: Five Indian Debutants to Watch Out for in Japan

The 2026 Asian Games in Japan will feature some of India's established sporting stars, including PV Sindhu, Harmanpreet Singh, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty, Mirabai Chanu and Tajinderpal Singh Toor. At the same time, several athletes will make their Asian Games debut as part of India's 499-member contingent, with strong performances potentially providing an important platform ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Here are five Indian athletes making their Asian Games debut who ...

September 21, 2026 10:08 AM

India steps up preparations for 2026 Asian Games; Mansukh Mandaviya assures full support to athletes

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday reviewed India’s preparations for the upcoming 2026 Asian Games and assured that the government will provide comprehensive support to athletes aiming to improve the country’s medal performance. Chairing a high-level meeting at the headquarters of the Sports Authority of India (SAI), the minister assessed the readiness of Indian athletes and support systems ahead of the Games scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya from September 19 to October...

February 14, 2026 9:21 AM

Indian Athletes Claim Gold and Bronze in Hammer Throw at Abu Dhabi Masters

Indian athletes delivered a strong performance in the men's hammer throw at the Abu Dhabi Masters on Friday, with Kishorakumar Chandira Mogan securing gold and Mohammad Ansar taking bronze in the 30+ age category. Kishorakumar clinched the top position with a winning throw of 37.92 metres, while his compatriot Ansar earned third place on the podium at the international veterans athletics meet. The gold medalist displayed consistency throughout the competition, recording valid throws of 35.94 me...

September 30, 2025 1:08 PM

Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports invites applications for Sports Awards

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, has invited applications for its annual Sports Awards, recognizing and rewarding excellence in sports. The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award honors sportspersons for the most spectacular and outstanding performances, while the Arjuna Award celebrates consistent excellence in sports. The Arjuna Award (Lifetime) recognizes lifetime contributions to sports development, and the Dronacharya Award is presented to coaches who have trained...

July 11, 2025 12:35 AM

Khelo Bharat Niti 2025 sets stage for India’s rise as a global sporting powerhouse

For generations, sports in India were seen as a pastime squeezed between schoolwork and exams — a hobby on dusty fields rather than a career to aspire to. Limited infrastructure and a societal focus on academics meant few dared to dream of donning the national colours. But over the years, that narrative has steadily transformed, and today, with the launch of Khelo Bharat Niti 2025, India is set to redefine its sporting destiny. Launched under the vision 'From Grassroots to Glory', the landmar...