October 9, 2026 1:33 PM

Army athletes script best-ever Asian Games haul with 20 medals

Indian Army athletes were among the major medal winners at the recently concluded Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, returning with their best-ever medal haul of 20 at the continental showpiece. As many as 62 Army athletes were part of the 501-strong Indian contingent and competed in 15 disciplines, winning six gold, eight silver and six bronze medals. Their contribution accounted for nearly one-fourth of India's total tally of 85 medals, comprising 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze. The Army's six-g...

September 29, 2026 7:35 PM

PM Modi congratulates Manisha Keer, Neeru, Aashima Ahlawat on silver; hails Neeru Dhanda’s trap gold

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Indian shooters Manisha Keer, Neeru and Aashima Ahlawat on winning the silver medal in the women’s trap team event at the Asian Games. PM Modi described their performance as a commendable display of precision, focus and teamwork, and wished the entire team continued success. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), in a post on X, said: “Congratulations to Manisha Keer, Neeru and Aashima Ahlawat on winning the Silver medal in the Women’s...

July 30, 2026 6:54 PM

Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates ISSF World Cup champions Esha Singh and Neeru Dhanda

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday felicitated International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup gold medallists Esha Singh and Naib Subedar Neeru Dhanda, congratulating them on their landmark achievements and assuring continued government support as they prepare for major international competitions, including the 2026 Asian Games and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Dhanda recently created history at the ISSF World Cup in Lonato, Italy, by becomi...