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India’s biggest medal hopes at the Asian Games: The athletes most likely to make the podium

India aims to match its Hangzhou medal record at the upcoming Asian Games. Several athletes like Manu Bhaker and Esha Singh are strong medal contenders in shooting. Archery and weightlifting also present multiple medal opportunities for the Indian contingent. Badminton stars PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen lead the challenge in…

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Asian Games 2026: From Ayush Shetty to Sakshi Chaudhary, 5 young Indian athletes to watch

Japan will host the Asian Games 2026 with over ten thousand athletes competing. India plans to send five hundred athletes across thirty-six sports to the event. Young talents like Rohit Yadav and Suruchi Phogat will represent India. Murali Sreeshankar aims for gold in the long jump event. Ayush Shetty and…

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Asian Games: India won a record 107 medals at Hangzhou. Can the 2026 contingent go beyond that?

India aims to build on its Hangzhou success at the upcoming Asian Games. Several new medal contenders have emerged, showcasing India's growing sporting prowess. Key athletes like Manu Bhaker and Aman Sehrawat are expected to perform well. Shooting and badminton disciplines are strong medal prospects for the nation. India also…

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Diamond League Final 2026 javelin winner: Rumesh Pathirage makes history with stunning 89.04m throw to clinch title

Diamond League Final: Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage secured the Diamond League Final javelin title in Brussels. He achieved this victory with a throw of 89.04 meters in the third round. This win marks his second major title of a breakthrough season. Pathirage previously won Commonwealth Games gold and four Diamond League…

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Aichi-Nagoya 2026: Asian Games’ biggest stars and top countries to watch

Asian sporting giants converge in Japan for the 20th Asian Games. China remains the dominant force, aiming for a twelfth consecutive top medal tally. Japan leverages home advantage and a diverse range of athletic disciplines. South Korea's badminton stars are poised for significant medal contention. India seeks to surpass its…

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Neeraj Chopra ruled out for 2026 with ankle ligament tear, to miss Asian Games

Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra has sustained an ankle ligament tear during training. This unfortunate injury rules him out of the remaining 2026 season events. He will also miss the upcoming Asian Games in Japan where he was defending champion. Chopra's withdrawal impacts India's javelin competition prospects significantly. His focus now…

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School Assembly News Headlines, August 21, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

School Assembly News Headlines: On September twenty-ninth, the Delhi High Court is set to review appeals concerning Prime Minister Modi's academic records. In a move to enhance efficiency, Haryana is leveraging GIS technology to rapidly assess infrastructure initiatives. Meanwhile, North Korea has launched a suspected ballistic missile, and India strengthens…

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Neeraj Chopra-Rumesh Pathirage showdown yet again in Lausanne Diamond League

Rumesh Pathirage and Neeraj Chopra will compete in the Lausanne Diamond League meet. This event offers a crucial spot in the upcoming Brussels Diamond League finals. Chopra is on a comeback trail after recovering from a recent injury. He aims to improve his performance and world rankings significantly. Pathirage has…

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The stairs to the podium: India's sporting rise under PM Modi

India's sporting journey transformed significantly from 1934 to the present day. Government programs like TOPS and Khelo India now support athletes extensively. Prime Minister Modi's focus elevated sports to a national priority. Athletes receive unprecedented funding and elite training opportunities. This shift reflects a new era of national sporting confidence…

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Neeraj Chopra, Gopichand launch Indian School of Coaching Excellence

Neeraj Chopra and Pullela Gopichand launched the Indian School of Coaching Excellence initiative. This program aims to develop world-class coaches through multidisciplinary development programs. It will integrate sports science, technology, and career development for coaches. The school will collaborate with government bodies and private sectors for advancement. This initiative seeks…

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Neeraj Chopra urges junior athletes to 'keep up momentum' after good show at World U20 C'ships

Neeraj Chopra congratulated junior athletes for their performance at the U20 World Athletics Championships. Indian athletes secured three medals, equaling previous editions' medal counts. Basant Kumar Meghwal and Shahnawaz Khan won silver and bronze medals respectively. Ashish Yadav also earned a silver medal in the men's javelin throw event. These…

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Meghwal, Shahnavaz win high jump, long jump medals as India bag three at World U20s

Basant Kumar Meghwal secured silver in high jump, becoming the first Indian to medal. Shahnavaz Khan added a bronze medal in the men's long jump event. These achievements brought India's medal tally to three at the championships. Earlier, Ashish Yadav had won silver in the men's javelin throw. Neeraj Chopra…

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Ahead of Arshad Nadeem's poor Commonwealth Games performance, javelin thrower was 'abandoned' by Pakistan federation, received no funds to hire foreign coaches: Report

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem faced criticism after a poor Commonwealth Games javelin performance. He finished ninth, failing to reach the eighty-meter mark in Glasgow. This outcome followed limited preparatory events and training in hot weather conditions. The athlete's strained relationship with the Pakistan Amateur Athletics Federation also surfaced. This federation reportedly…

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Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Tally India today: Where the count stands after Neeraj Chopra's silver

CWG 2026 India Medal Tally: India's medal count reached twenty-three at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. Ten Indian boxers advanced to gold medal bouts, guaranteeing more medals for the nation. Weightlifting and judo contributed significantly to India's medal collection during the competition. Tejaswin Shankar and Neeraj Chopra secured medals…

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Neeraj Chopra says his comeback is on track as India scripts historic Commonwealth Games 2026 javelin medal double

Neeraj Chopra secured silver and Yashvir Singh claimed bronze in the javelin throw event. This marked a historic medal double for India on the Commonwealth Games podium. Chopra expressed happiness sharing the podium with Singh after his personal best performance. He noted his season-best throw indicates a successful comeback with…

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Neeraj Chopra wins silver, Yashvir Singh bags bronze as India secures double podium in CWG javelin final

Neeraj Chopra secured silver and Yashvir Singh claimed bronze in the javelin throw. Chopra's best throw was 85.83 metres, earning him second place. Yashvir achieved a personal best of 84.41 metres on his final attempt. This marks a notable double podium finish for India at the games. The event follows…

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Neeraj Chopra's Rs 30 crore Haryana bungalow has tractors parked alongside luxury cars; here's a look inside his three-storey home

Neeraj Chopra's Rs 30 crore bungalow in Haryana's Panipat district is a three-storey property with a lush garden, a trophy room, and a garage that holds everything from a customised Rs 3 crore Audi RS Q8 to tractors, reflecting the Olympic champion's roots as much as his success.

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Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 9: Neeraj Chopra, 10 Indian boxers eye gold medals, check full schedule

Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 9: Neeraj Chopra leads India's javelin throw final on July 31 at the Commonwealth Games. Indian boxers aim for finals, guaranteeing a record medal haul in the sport. Tejaswin Shankar continues his decathlon campaign after ending day one in second place. Judo and cycling events also…

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Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem javelin final today: Date, time, live streaming, venue and rivals at Commonwealth Games 2026

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra will compete in the Commonwealth Games 2026 javelin final. He qualified for the medal round with a throw of 79.61 metres. Chopra faces strong competition including Arshad Nadeem and Keshorn Walcott. The final is scheduled for August 1, 2026, at Scotstoun Stadium. Viewers can watch the…

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Lovepreet's silver, Seema's bronze headline India's day at Commonwealth Games

Lovepreet Singh secured a silver medal in weightlifting, setting a new Games record. Seema Kaliramna earned a bronze medal in the discus throw event. Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra and two compatriots advanced to the javelin throw final. Tejaswin Shankar ended the decathlon's opening day in second place. India's weightlifting campaign…

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India's doping challenge casts shadow over sporting ambitions

India faces a significant doping crisis, impacting its athletes and international credibility. Recent violations have led to suspensions and quota losses in weightlifting and judo. The nation's positivity rate in anti-doping tests remains the highest globally for three years. Proposed legal amendments aim to target the entire doping ecosystem, not…

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India eyes more medals on action-packed Day 8 at CWG 2026

Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra will be among the major Indian athletes in action at the Commonwealth Games 2026 on Thursday as he begins his campaign in the men's javelin throw qualification event.

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Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 8, July 30, India's schedule: What time is Neeraj Chopra's event today? Check full list of events

Neeraj Chopra leads India's athletics campaign in the javelin throw qualifying round. Tajinderpal Singh Toor competes in the men's shot put final for a medal. Parul Chaudhary participates in the women's 5000m final after a previous event. Weightlifters and cyclists also vie for medals in their respective disciplines. Several other…

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'There is very tough competition in javelin': Neeraj Chopra expects fierce battle at Commonwealth Games 2026

Chopra, who won gold on his Commonwealth Games debut at Gold Coast (Australia) in 2018 with a throw of 86.47m, missed the Birmingham 2022 edition because of an adductor injury sustained at the 2022 World Athletics Championships. The 28-year-old now returns fully fit and eager to reclaim the title.

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Neeraj Chopra not obsessed with 90m, says titles and consistency matter more

Neeraj Chopra focuses on winning major titles and consistent performance. He aims to improve his personal best throw while competing against strong rivals. Chopra acknowledges challenging weather conditions and emphasizes mental strength during competitions. He returns to the Commonwealth Games after an injury, recalling his debut gold medal win. The…

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