SAI has defended the exclusion of five Indian tennis players from the Asian Games squad, saying they failed to meet the prescribed continental ranking criteria.
Indian women's doubles pairs Sreeja Akula-Syndrela Das and Yashaswini Ghorpade-Diya Chitale have advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the table tennis competition at the Asian Games after securing dominant wins over their respective opponents.
Indian athletes are set to compete across various disciplines including athletics, badminton, boxing, hockey, kabaddi, shooting, squash, swimming, and table tennis at the Asian Games on Friday, September 25. Key events include finals in athletics and shooting, along with crucial knockout stages in team sports and individual events.
Former national badminton coach Prakash Padukone expressed disappointment over India's performance at the recent Asian Games, where the country secured only a team bronze.
Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India increased by 21.8 per cent year-on-year to 4,54,574 units in September, while two-wheeler sales rose 13.5 per cent to 24.63 lakh units, according to SIAM data.
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is undergoing a significant modernization drive, establishing drone platoons, developing a new 'Strike' course for Galwan-like situations, and constructing underground infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control. This strategic shift, announced by DG Shatrujeet Singh Kapoor, aims to counter China, identified as India's 'biggest adversary,' by embracing modern warfare techniques learned from recent global conflicts.
Indian canoe sprint athletes faced a challenging day at the Asian Games in Nagoya, with all four entries failing to secure medals across various events, including men's canoe double, men's kayak four, women's kayak double, and women's canoe single.
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.
India's top men's doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, were eliminated from the BWF World Championships after a quarterfinal loss. However, the women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured at least a bronze medal by advancing to the semi-finals.
Star Indian men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty clinched the China Masters Super 750 title after a thrilling three-game comeback victory against China's He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu. This marks their second title of the season and provides a significant boost ahead of the Asian Games.
Sumit Nagal, India's top singles player, believes sheer desire will be crucial in the Davis Cup qualifier against Korea, especially on the slow Seoul courts.
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.
Indian squash players Anahat Singh, Tanvi Khanna, Abhay Singh, Veer Chotrani, Joshna Chinappa, and Velavan Senthilkumar have all advanced to the quarterfinals in their respective singles and mixed doubles categories at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, marking a highly successful day for the contingent.
The Indian men's hockey team secured a dominant 16-1 victory over Sri Lanka in their second Pool A match at the Asian Games, with Jugraj Singh, Abhishek, and Dilpreet Singh each scoring hat-tricks. This win follows an earlier 13-1 triumph against Indonesia, as the team prepares for tougher challenges against South Korea and Japan.
Indian table tennis players had a strong showing at the Asian Games, with two women's doubles pairs, Sreeja Akula-Syndrela Das and Yashaswini Ghorpade-Diya Chitale, reaching the pre-quarterfinals. In men's singles, Manush Shah and Manav Thakkar also advanced to the next rounds.
Newly-crowned Taipei Open champion Tanvi Sharma and former world No. 1 Kidambi Srikanth will lead India's challenge at the Korea Masters Super 300 badminton tournament. Tanvi's recent historic win and Srikanth's return to full fitness set high expectations for the Indian contingent across singles and doubles categories.
A comprehensive schedule detailing the events and timings for Indian athletes participating in the Asian Games on Tuesday, September 29, across various sports including archery, athletics, boxing, shooting, tennis, and more, with numerous medal events highlighted.
Veteran Indian squash player Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar have secured a medal in the mixed doubles event at the Asian Games by reaching the semifinals. They defeated David Pelino and Jemyca Aribado of the Philippines in a dominant quarterfinal match and will now face Hong Kong in the semifinals. This marks Joshna Chinappa's sixth Asian Games medal.
From Salman Khan's cheeky advice to Varun Dhawan to Kareena Kapoor Khan and Shahid Kapoor's reunion, the IIFA announcement in Mumbai was a starry affair.
The Sports Ministry conducted a review of India's Asian Games performance, scrutinising the lower-than-expected medal haul in athletics and badminton. Chaired by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, the meeting addressed issues like injured athletes and future planning for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, with a strong emphasis on federations delivering results and nurturing young talent.
NorthEast United FC secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Mohun Bagan Super Giant in their Indian Super League season opener. Substitute Jithin M S scored in the 90+2nd minute, clinching all three points for the Highlanders in a closely fought home encounter against the defending champions.
India's para track and field athletes delivered a stellar performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games, securing six medals, including three gold, on the opening day of athletics competitions. Long jumper Nishad Kumar, javelin thrower Rinku Hooda, and visually impaired middle-distance runner Soumya each won gold in their respective events, contributing to India's strong start.
At the border, places that you had just seen on a map, suddenly acquire a life. Looking at the vast expanse of quiet land, you realise an emotional connect, a sense of belonging binds you to a piece of land which is not merely territory, but a part of who you are.
Indian paddlers concluded their Asian Games canoeing campaign without securing any medals, falling short of their previous performance at the Hangzhou edition.
A Crisil report indicates that India is the world's fastest-growing polymer compound market, contributing 13% to the global industry. Driven by increased manufacturing in automotive, electronics, and infrastructure, the domestic sector is projected to reach USD 16.5 billion by FY2031, with significant demand from various pipeline and cable segments.
Olympic silver medallist Vijay Kumar has urged the 30-member Indian shooting contingent for the Asian Games to prioritise individual medals over team events. He also highlighted the need for significant improvements in coaching, advocating for more former international medallists in the system, and stressed the importance of better grassroots talent identification, drawing comparisons with China. Kumar also commented on the void left by coach Jaspal Rana's death and questioned recent selection policies.
Yashvir threw the javelin to a distance of 85.72 m, his personal best.
Shubman Gill's magnificent double century and Rohit Sharma's fluent hundred propelled India to their highest successful run chase in ODI history, chasing down 406 against West Indies by 8 wickets to seal the three-match series.
Sustained selling by foreign investors is weighing on domestic equities, with the benchmark Sensex and Nifty 50 down 15.60 per cent and 14.4 per cent, respectively, this year.
Indian rowers Satnam Singh and Salman Khan have made history by securing the nation's first-ever men's double sculls medal at the Asian Games, finishing third.
Satwik-Chirag face a 10-day Asian Games grind as the defending champions focus on fitness, injury prevention and workload management.
Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secured India's first-ever men's double sculls bronze medal at the Asian Games, a significant achievement amidst an otherwise challenging performance by the Indian rowing team. The medal comes despite pre-competition controversy regarding team selections, with the duo forming their partnership just five days before the event.
India celebrated a remarkable day at the Commonwealth Games, securing its first-ever judo gold medals through Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh, achieving a javelin throw double podium with Neeraj Chopra and Yashvir Singh, and seeing 10 boxers advance to their respective finals.
'No point in looking for excuses': Coach Ashutosh Singh on India's Asiad tennis flop.
Shubhankar Sharma retained a two-shot lead after the third round of the Kapil Dev Invitational Tour Championship on Friday, despite an even-par 72. Bengaluru's Manoj S and Italy's Michele Ortolani are his closest challengers heading into the final round.
Indian teqball player Quimcy D'Souza narrowly missed out on two bronze medals in women's singles and mixed doubles at a recent tournament in Nagoya. Despite suffering a back spasm and gluteus muscle strain, D'Souza displayed immense grit, pushing her opponents to the limit in back-to-back matches. Her performance, though unrewarded with a medal, highlights India's growing presence in the nascent sport of teqball.
Indian squash players Abhay Singh and Velavan Senthilkumar are set to defend their title at the 3rd Asian Doubles Squash Championships in Sarawak, Malaysia. Other Indian pairs, including Joshna Chinappa with Rathika Seelan and Joshna with Senthilkumar in mixed doubles, are also strong contenders.
Satnam Singh and Salman Khan secured India's first-ever men's double sculls bronze medal at the Asian Games, a significant achievement amidst an otherwise disappointing performance by the Indian rowing team. The team faced internal controversy regarding last-minute crew changes, which some rowers found disturbing. Despite the challenges, Satnam and Salman's bronze was lauded by the Prime Minister, and their individual journeys highlight their dedication to the sport.
A comprehensive overview of the Indian contingent's schedule at the Asian Games on September 28, detailing participation across various sports including archery, athletics, cricket, boxing, hockey, and more, with specific event timings in IST.
Indian badminton players experienced mixed results at the China Masters, with Kidambi Srikanth and Tanvi Sharma securing straight-game victories to advance to the second round. However, Lakshya Sen, a former world championships medallist, suffered an early exit after a disappointing performance against Canada's Victor Lai. Several Indian doubles pairs also saw varied outcomes in their opening matches.
