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A first for India at Asian Games: Safeguarding Officer to tackle abuse or neglect

Neetal Narang will serve as India's first Safeguarding Officer at the Asian Games. She will be the athletes' primary contact for harassment and abuse concerns. This role is mandatory for the Olympic Council of Asia's events. India will send 503 athletes to compete in 36 different sports. The contingent's support…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Asian Games 2026: India eyes record medal haul in Aichi-Nagoya

India aims for a record-breaking performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. The contingent includes five individual Olympic medallists and defending champions in various sports. Hockey competitions will serve as Olympic qualification events for Los Angeles 2028. Several athletes faced setbacks due to doping violations and selection criteria exclusions. India…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

International boss reveals why new Rangers star was not called up for tournament

South Korea's Asian Games manager has explained why he snubbed Rangers' new boy Kim for the tournament.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 2

Consistency, form in spotlight as India begin Women's Asia Cup T20 campaign against Thailand

India begins their Women's T20 Asia Cup campaign against Thailand on Sunday. The team seeks to overcome recent T20I losses and consistency issues. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur's form remains a talking point for the squad. Dependable batter Jemimah Rodrigues is sidelined, impacting the middle order. India aims for success in the…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

BCCI dissatisfied with facilities in Japan, could send 'B' team for Asian Games: Board source

India may send a second-string squad to the Asian Games cricket tournament. Concerns exist regarding the facilities and arrangements provided for players in Japan. A BCCI observer will assess the situation and report back to the board. If conditions remain unsatisfactory, a 'B' team will likely be dispatched. Both men's…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Asian Games 2026 Cricket Full Schedule: Check match dates, timings, fixtures and India squads led by Shreyas Iyer and Harmanpreet Kaur

The schedules for cricket competitions at the Asian Games 2026, set to take place in Japan, have just been announced. India’s men’s and women’s teams, defending champions for both tournaments, will mark their participation soon. The women kick off their campaign on September 17, facing hosts Japan the following day,…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

Ace weightlifter Mirabai Chanu bracing for Olympic-level competition at Asian Games next month

Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu prepares for a challenging Asian Games competition. She aims to secure the one major medal missing from her career. Chanu is diligently following a rigorous training regimen to stay injury-free. She has set a personal challenge not to return home until winning a medal. The athlete…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Hungry for more! Harmanpreet Kaur says winnng culture taking shape ahead of Asia Cup, Asian Games

Indian women cricketers are eager for more accolades as they set their sights on the approaching Asia Cup in the UAE and the Asian Games. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur emphasizes the emergence of a strong winning culture in the team. With aspirations to reclaim the Asia Cup and retain their title…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

India’s Asian Games squad: No room for athletes outside selection criteria

India’s Sports Ministry has ruled out adding athletes who fail the announced Asian Games selection criteria, despite pressure from supporters and parents. The 492 member contingent for the 2026 Aichi Nagoya Asian Games includes 73 athletes from athletics. The ministry says only athletes with a realistic medal chance and those…

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Mirabai Chanu eyes maiden Asian Games medal as she leads India's weightlifting squad

Mirabai Chanu will lead India's weightlifting team at the Asian Games 2026. She aims to secure her first Asian Games medal in the 49kg category. Gyaneshwari Yadav and Harjinder Kaur will also compete in their respective weight classes. Rishikanta Singh Chanambam is the sole male weightlifter in the squad. India…

The Economic Times · Aug 23