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Neeraj Yadav death: 3-time Asian Para Games gold medallist found dead at 42 amid doping suspension

Neeraj Yadav, a prominent Indian para-athlete, was found dead at his flat with suspicions of suicide. His death is under investigation, and it remains unclear what led to it. Yadav was suspended from competition due to a positive doping test, which may have affected him emotionally. He had achieved significant…

The Economic Times · Oct 28

Asian Para Games 2026: India para-athletes scales new heights with record 114 medals

India concluded its campaign at the Asian Para Games 2026 with a remarkable total of 114 medals. The medal tally included 30 gold, 35 silver, and 49 bronze, showcasing exceptional performances from para-athletes. Various disciplines like para-badminton, para-archery, and para-athletics contributed to this achievement. Notably, significant records were set, including…

The Economic Times · Oct 23

India sweeps men's javelin medals as Sumit wins gold at Asian Para Games

Sumit secured the gold medal in the men's javelin throw event at the Asian Para Games 2026. Mahendra Gurjar achieved silver with a new Games record in his category. Sandip Sanjay Sargar earned bronze, also setting a new Games record. India had a successful campaign overall, securing numerous medals across…

The Economic Times · Oct 23

Medal rush continues in para-athletics; Ayush, Praveen, Khilari add to gold tally

India's para-athletics team achieved remarkable success on the third day of the Asian Para Games. Athletes won a total of 10 more medals, including three gold medals in various events. Notable performances came from Ayush Verma, Praveen Kumar, and Sachin Khilari, who all won gold. Additionally, four silver and three…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

Asian Para Games: Manjeet wins Silver with personal best in men's javelin throw F13 as India's tally reaches 46

Manjeet secured a silver medal in the men's javelin throw F13 with a throw of 61.03 meters. This achievement increased India's overall medal tally to 46 medals during the Games. Earlier, India achieved another podium sweep in men's shot put F46 with Sachin Khilari, Mohd Yasser, and Praveen winning gold,…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

Athletics gold rush powers India's Asian Para Games show; Medal tally climbs to 35

India made a remarkable mark at the Asian Para Games, particularly excelling in athletics, which was the source of the bulk of its gold medals. Nishad Kumar stole the spotlight with stellar performances, winning gold in both long jump and high jump. Deepthi Jeevanji triumphed in the women's 400m T20…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

India bag 14 medals in para athletics, Nishad third Indian to win two golds in single Para Asiad

On the second day of the Asian Para Games, Indian para athletes won five gold medals among 14 total medals. Nishad Kumar secured two golds, while Deepthi Jeevanji also claimed gold in the women's 400m T20 event. Simran set a new Games record to earn her first gold medal in…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

India surpass previous para table tennis medal tally with five bronzes

Ravi Baby Sahana and Prachi Pandey made history by winning bronze medals in para table tennis at the Asian Para Games. Bhavina Patel and Sonalaben Patel also competed, facing tough opponents in the semifinals. Jehan Madan secured a bronze in the men's singles class 1 event, completing India's total of…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Deepthi Jeevanji clinches gold in Aichi-Nagoya, sets Asian Para Games record in women's 400m T20 event

Indian para-athlete Deepthi Jeevanji won gold in the women's 400m T20 event at the 2026 Asian Para Games on Tuesday, setting a Games record of 56.36 seconds. Her victory marked India's fifth gold medal and first on Day 2. Japan's Niina Kanno and Akane Kato claimed silver and bronze, respectively.

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Mona Agarwal wins gold, Avani Lekhara silver as India opens Asian Para Games medal tally

Mona Agarwal and Avani Lekhara secured gold and silver medals in the women's 10m air rifle final. Agarwal also set a new Asian Para Games record with her impressive score of 250. Lekhara earned silver with a score of 249.6, showcasing India's strength in this event. India's men's team did…

The Economic Times · Oct 19