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Para Athletes Deliver Spectacular Start For India At Asian Games

Para Athletes Deliver Spectacular Start For India At Asian Games

Rediff.com6 days ago

India commenced its Asian Para Games campaign with a spectacular performance, securing 11 medals, including four gold, across various sports on Monday. Notable victories came from shooter Mona Agarwal, long jumper Nishad Kumar, middle-distance runner Soumya, and javelin thrower Rinku, with archer Sheetal Devi also setting world records. The medal haul places India fourth in the overall standings.

How Bhavina Patel Is Dominating Para Table Tennis At Asian Games

How Bhavina Patel Is Dominating Para Table Tennis At Asian Games

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Paralympics silver medallist Bhavina Patel secured another victory at the Asian Para Games, defeating Jordan's Faten Eleimat in women's para table tennis. While Patel topped her group, other Indian paddlers like Sonalben Patel, Shubham Wadhwa, Ekta Bhyan, Jehan Madan, and Dattaprasad Chougule faced mixed results in their respective categories.

Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally - Live Updates & Rankings

Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally - Live Updates & Rankings

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Track the Asian Games 2026 medal table with live updates, countrywise rankings, gold, silver, and bronze counts. Stay updated on India's performance and overall standings.

Chheda And Sud Conclude Asian Games Dressage Campaign

Chheda And Sud Conclude Asian Games Dressage Campaign

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

Indian riders Vipul Chheda and Jai Sud finished eighth and ninth respectively in the dressage individual final at the Asian Games. Competing on Dono Di Maggio and Goofy La Perle, they scored 72.680 and 71.490, placing them outside the medal positions. South Korea's Dongheon Nam secured the gold, while China's Jiayi Yu and Jiayi Rao took silver and bronze.

Mona Agarwal Wins India's First Gold Medal At Asian Para Games

Mona Agarwal Wins India's First Gold Medal At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mona Agarwal staged a remarkable comeback to win the gold medal in the women's 10m air rifle (SH1) event at the Asian Para Games, narrowly defeating compatriot Avani Lekhara who secured silver. This one-two finish marked India's opening medal account and secured a second quota for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.

Asian Games: China Leads Medal Count, India Secures Fourth Spot

Asian Games: China Leads Medal Count, India Secures Fourth Spot

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

The article presents the medal tally after Day 14 of the Asian Games, showing China's significant lead, followed by Japan and South Korea. India is positioned fourth with a total of 85 medals.

'Anti-Hindu rhetoric is at an alarming level in America'

'Anti-Hindu rhetoric is at an alarming level in America'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Top US lawmakers, leaders, and civil society members have strongly condemned an alleged plot to attack a Hindu temple in Illinois. Alexandros Paporakis, 19, was arrested for attempting a mass shooting at the Aurora temple, which failed when his rifle jammed. Indian-American Congressmen and other officials have called for efforts to combat rising anti-Indian and anti-Hindu prejudice in America, highlighting the need to protect minority houses of worship.

How India Secured Fourth Place At Asian Games

How India Secured Fourth Place At Asian Games

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

India overcame early setbacks in shooting and athletics to achieve a strong fourth-place finish at the Asian Games, matching its previous edition's ranking. A late surge in boxing, archery, wrestling, and hockey, alongside historic wins in golf and cricket, contributed significantly to the medal tally, despite a lower overall medal count compared to the 2022 edition.

Lovlina bags second straight Asian Games boxing medal

Lovlina bags second straight Asian Games boxing medal

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Indian boxers Lovlina Borgohain, Priya Ghanghas, and Kapil Pokhariya have advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Games, ensuring at least bronze medals for the country. Lovlina, a Tokyo Olympics medallist, secured her second consecutive Asian Games podium finish, while Priya made a strong comeback, and Kapil also reached the last four. This brings the total number of assured boxing medals for India to six.

Asian Games: China Dominates Medal Tally After Day 10

Asian Games: China Dominates Medal Tally After Day 10

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

China leads the Asian Games medal tally after Day 10 with 143 gold medals, followed by Japan and South Korea. India is currently in 10th position with 6 gold, 21 silver, and 25 bronze medals.

India Fails To Reach Sepaktakraw Semifinals At Asian Games

India Fails To Reach Sepaktakraw Semifinals At Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

India's women's doubles sepaktakraw team, comprising Menenu Tsukru and Leirentonbi Devi Elangbam, failed to qualify for the semifinals at the Asian Games after finishing last in their group, losing to Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines.

Neeraj Chauhan pulls off huge Asian Games archery upset

Neeraj Chauhan pulls off huge Asian Games archery upset

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Indian archers Dhiraj Bommadevara, Neeraj Chauhan, and Kumkum Mohod Anil have successfully advanced to the recurve quarterfinals at the Asian Games. Chauhan notably defeated a three-time Olympic gold medallist, while Bommadevara and Anil also secured impressive wins. Kirti, however, was eliminated.

How Kumkum Mohod's Asian Games Gold Reshapes Indian Archery's Future

How Kumkum Mohod's Asian Games Gold Reshapes Indian Archery's Future

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Kumkum Mohod, 17, made history by becoming the first Indian to win an individual recurve gold at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, also securing an Olympic quota for LA 2028. Her victory over South Korea's Oh Yejin in a tense shoot-off has boosted India's confidence to challenge the long-standing Korean dominance in recurve archery. Mohod attributes her success to mental preparation, visualisation, and family sacrifices, and is now focused on securing her individual spot for the 2028 Olympics.

Asian Games: India's Fencing Hopes Dashed

Asian Games: India's Fencing Hopes Dashed

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

India's fencing campaign at the Asian Games concluded without a medal after C A Bhavani Devi and Shreya Gupta were eliminated in the women's individual sabre event. Bhavani Devi reached the round of 16 before losing to China's Rao Xueyi, while Shreya Gupta also exited in the pre-quarterfinals against South Korea's Jeon Ha-young. Earlier, Mina Devi Naorem and Ashitha Stalinraj Joys were eliminated in the women's foil event.

Kumkum, Neeru, Pranavi: Meet India's Record-Breakers At Asian Games 2026

Kumkum, Neeru, Pranavi: Meet India's Record-Breakers At Asian Games 2026

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Archery emerged as one of India's biggest success stories at the 2026 Asian Games, bringing in as many as five gold medals led by 17-year-old sensation Kumkum Mohod leading the way.

Asian Games: China Dominates Medals Tally, India Ranks 8th

Asian Games: China Dominates Medals Tally, India Ranks 8th

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The article presents the medals tally after Day 11 of the Asian Games, showing China in the lead with 275 medals, followed by Japan and South Korea. India is currently ranked 8th with a total of 60 medals.

India's Sepaktakraw Squads Encounter Early Defeats In Asian Games

India's Sepaktakraw Squads Encounter Early Defeats In Asian Games

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Indian men's and women's sepaktakraw teams experienced preliminary group stage losses at the Asian Games in Nagoya. The women's team fell to Vietnam and the Philippines, while the men's team lost to Lao and is set to play Vietnam next. India, participating in sepaktakraw since 2006, continues to develop in the sport.

India's Esports Journey Concludes In Asian Games Quarterfinals

India's Esports Journey Concludes In Asian Games Quarterfinals

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Indian debutant Paritosh was eliminated from the Puyo Puyo Champions esports event at the Asian Games after a 0-5 loss to South Korea's Kang Dongshin in the quarterfinals. India also faced a defeat in the Pokemon UNITE event.

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Sheetal Devi Leads India's Gold Rush At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.

China Dominates Asian Games Medals Tally After Day 12

China Dominates Asian Games Medals Tally After Day 12

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

This article provides the updated medals tally for the Asian Games after Day 12, showing China in a dominant lead, followed by Japan and South Korea. India is positioned eighth with a total of 64 medals.

India Concludes Asian Games Shooting Campaign With 15 Medals

India Concludes Asian Games Shooting Campaign With 15 Medals

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

India's shooting contingent concluded its Asian Games campaign with a total of 15 medals, including three gold, eight silver, and four bronze. Anish Bhanwala finished seventh in the men's 25m rapid fire pistol final, qualifying under a special 'two shooters per country policy'.

India's Men's Hockey Team Dominates Malaysia For Asian Games Gold

India's Men's Hockey Team Dominates Malaysia For Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

India's men's hockey team secured their fifth Asian Games gold medal, and second consecutive, by defeating Malaysia 5-1. This victory also guarantees them a direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The women's team also achieved gold, marking a double triumph for Indian hockey.

PIX: Neeru Dhanda Leads Indian Contingent At Asian Games Closing

PIX: Neeru Dhanda Leads Indian Contingent At Asian Games Closing

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Indian trap shooter Neeru Dhanda, who secured two gold medals and a silver, served as India's flag-bearer at the closing ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, marking a historic campaign for the country.

17-YO Kumkum eyes Olympics after Asian Games gold

17-YO Kumkum eyes Olympics after Asian Games gold

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Kumkum Mohod, a 17-year-old archer from Amravati, has achieved significant success at the Asian Games, securing a gold and a silver medal. Her father and coach highlight her journey from a bamboo bow to international competitions, overcoming financial challenges, and her ultimate dream of representing India at the Olympics. Her performance, particularly against South Korea, has brought pride to her family, hometown, and the nation.

Asian Games: Who Leads The Medals Tally After Day 9?

Asian Games: Who Leads The Medals Tally After Day 9?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

This article presents the medals tally after Day 9 of the Asian Games, highlighting the leading countries and India's position. China maintains a significant lead, followed by Japan and South Korea.

Indian MOBA Team Exits Asian Games After Group Stage Losses

Indian MOBA Team Exits Asian Games After Group Stage Losses

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

India's MOBA (League of Legends) esports team has been eliminated from the Asian Games after losing all three of their group B matches. The team finished last in their group, failing to qualify for the semifinals.

History beckons: India eye Asian Games hockey gold after 44 years

History beckons: India eye Asian Games hockey gold after 44 years

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Forty-four years after their 1982 triumph, India face China for Asian Games women's hockey gold, with Olympic qualification for LA 2028 also at stake.

Asian Games: India's Men Archers Win Recurve Team Silver

Asian Games: India's Men Archers Win Recurve Team Silver

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Indian men's recurve archery team secured a silver medal at the Asian Games after a 1-5 defeat to defending champions Korea in the final. Despite a strong start, the Indian trio of Dhiraj Bommadevara, Yashdeep Bhoge, and Neeraj Chauhan couldn't maintain their lead.

Japan's 11-year-old esports prodigy wins Asian Games gold

Japan's 11-year-old esports prodigy wins Asian Games gold

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Japan's 11-year-old esports prodigy Yuki Kurihara secured a gold medal in Puyo Puyo Champions at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, defeating South Korea's Kang Dong Shin 10-2.

Asian Games: Indian boxers handed tricky draws

Asian Games: Indian boxers handed tricky draws

Rediff.com20 Sep 2026

Indian boxers, including Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and Commonwealth Games champions, face challenging draws at the Asian Games.

Smaller Indian Contingent Faces Hurdles At Asian Para Games

Smaller Indian Contingent Faces Hurdles At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

India faces a challenging Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya with a significantly smaller contingent of 168 athletes, down from 303. While aiming to build on its record 111-medal haul from the last Games, selection disputes in para-shooting and para-cycling, coupled with reduced athlete numbers in key disciplines like para-athletics, pose hurdles. Despite these challenges, star athletes across para-athletics, archery, para-badminton, shooting, and table tennis are expected to lead India's medal charge.

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games End With Spectacular Cultural Display

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games End With Spectacular Cultural Display

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games concluded with a spectacular closing ceremony featuring a dazzling light and musical show, celebrating Japan's culture and hospitality. The event saw over 350 records broken, including 50 world records, and marked the official handover to Doha for the 2030 Games. India finished fourth in the medal tally with 85 medals.

India's fencers face early exits in Asian Games

India's fencers face early exits in Asian Games

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Indian fencers Gisho Nidhi Kumaresan Padma, Mina Devi Naorem, and Ashitha Stalinraj Joys were eliminated from the Asian Games in Nagoya. Kumaresan lost in the men's individual sabre pre-quarterfinals, while Mina Devi and Ashitha exited in the women's individual foil round of 32.

Asian Games Tennis: Dhakshineswar, Nagal off to winning start in singles

Asian Games Tennis: Dhakshineswar, Nagal off to winning start in singles

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Indian tennis players Dhakshineswar Suresh and Sumit Nagal have made winning starts to their men's singles campaigns at the Asian Games, securing places in the pre-quarterfinals.

Haryana CM Congratulates Gold Medalist Shooters At Asian Games

Haryana CM Congratulates Gold Medalist Shooters At Asian Games

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

Indian shooters Suruchi Singh and Kamaljeet secured a gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Asian Games in Japan, earning congratulations from Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini for their dominant performance.

Asian Games: India's Joga Purty Enters Speed Climbing Quarter-finals

Asian Games: India's Joga Purty Enters Speed Climbing Quarter-finals

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Indian teenager Joga Purty has qualified for the quarterfinals of the Asian Games women's speed climbing event, finishing ninth in the qualification round.

Indian Squash Teams Secure Quarterfinal Berths At Asian Games

Indian Squash Teams Secure Quarterfinal Berths At Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Indian men's and women's squash teams have successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the Asian Games. The women's team secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Japan, with crucial wins from Joshna Chinappa and Tanvi Khanna, despite Anahat Singh's loss. The men's team dominated South Korea with a 3-0 sweep to also seal their spot in the last eight.

India fall just short of equestrian medal in Asian Games

India fall just short of equestrian medal in Asian Games

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

India's equestrian dressage team finished fourth at the Asian Games in Tokyo, narrowly missing a bronze medal. The team scored 201.971 points, falling short of Japan's 204.117 points. China secured gold, and South Korea took silver in the event.

China Dominates Asian Games Medal Tally On Day 4

China Dominates Asian Games Medal Tally On Day 4

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

China leads the medal tally at the Aich-Nagoya Asian Games after the fourth day of competitions, securing 78 medals including 48 gold. Japan and South Korea follow, while India is currently placed 13th with 12 medals.

Asian Games: India Women's Compound Archery Team Wins Gold With World Record

Asian Games: India Women's Compound Archery Team Wins Gold With World Record

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Indian women's compound archery team, comprising Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Chikitha Taniparthi, and Prithika Pradeep, won the gold medal at the Asian Games by defeating China 238-234 in the final. The team also equalled a world record score, marking a sensational performance and successfully retaining their title.