Commonwealth Games 2026: Schedule and Indian Contingent
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Japan's Emperor formally opens the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 with a vibrant opening ceremony
Japan's Emperor officially declared the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 open during a colorful ceremony held on September 19, 2026. The festive inauguration provided a much-needed silver lining for organizers following a chaotic pre-tournament build-up marked by logistical hurdles and missing ceremonial kits.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosts and honors Indian medalists from the Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the triumphant Indian contingent members who secured podium finishes at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. During the felicitation, the Prime Minister praised the athletes' resilience and dedication, describing their achievements as historic milestones for the nation.
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Prime Minister Modi hails Indian contingent's fourth-place finish at Glasgow CWG
Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicly commended the entire Indian athletic delegation for their stellar performances and resilience in Glasgow. India successfully concluded its campaign by securing a fourth-place standing on the final medal table.
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Glasgow formally hands over Commonwealth Games flag to Ahmedabad for 2030 edition
The closing ceremony of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games featured the official handover of the tournament flag to Indian representatives Neeraj Chopra and PT Usha. The ceremony marks the official commencement of the countdown toward hosting the multi-sport event in Ahmedabad in 2030.
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Judoka Ishroop Narang triumphs in repechage to secure spot in Commonwealth Games bronze medal match
Indian judoka Ishroop Narang navigated through the repechage bracket on the final morning of competition in Glasgow. Despite an earlier quarterfinal defeat, Narang advanced to contend directly for a bronze medal.
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Indian delegation secures fourth place in medal standings heading into final Commonwealth Games events
As the Glasgow Commonwealth Games approached their closing ceremonies, the Indian contingent maintained fourth position on the overall leaderboard with 13 gold medals. Competitors prepared for remaining final events before the official handover to Amdavad 2030.
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Gulveer Singh becomes the first Indian athlete to win two medals in a single Commonwealth Games
Distance runner Naib Subedar Gulveer Singh added a historic bronze medal in the 5,000m event to his earlier triumphs in Glasgow. His explosive final lap cemented a milestone achievement for India's track and field contingent at the 2026 Games.
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Indian boxing contingent secures seven gold and three silver medals on the final day of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Indian pugilists delivered an extraordinary performance during the closing stages of the multi-sport international tournament, dominating their final bouts. Standout competitors like Sachin Siwach and Jaismine overcame physical ailments to ensure a record-breaking medal haul.
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Ten Indian boxers advance to gold medal matches on Day 10 of Commonwealth Games 2026
Ten Indian pugilists, led by star athlete Lovlina Borgohain, prepared for high-stakes bouts to compete for gold medals on August 1 at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. The contingent sought to further elevate India's standing on the final stages of the multi-sport international tournament.
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Neeraj Chopra secures silver and Yash Vir Singh claims bronze in men's javelin at Commonwealth Games
Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra earned a silver medal in a fiercely contested final at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Compatriot Yash Vir Singh joined him on the podium by clinching the bronze medal in the same event.
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Judokas Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh claim India's first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medals in judo
Judoka Asmita Dey delivered a sensational performance in Glasgow to capture India's maiden Commonwealth Games gold medal in the sport, overcoming personal tragedy following her father's passing. Fellow competitor Harsh Singh matched the feat by securing a second gold medal in the judo events, alongside Yamini Mourya's silver.
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Asmita secures India's first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medal in judo at Glasgow
Judoka Asmita made history by capturing India's first-ever gold medal in judo at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Her remarkable victory came on Day 9 of the competition alongside multiple Indian boxers advancing to the tournament finals.
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Stage set for high-profile javelin and boxing showdowns on Day 9 of Commonwealth Games 2026
Athletes gathered in Glasgow on July 31, 2026, for critical medal events during Day 9 of the Commonwealth Games. Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra prepared to compete for gold amidst heightened anticipation of a renewed rivalry with Arshad Nadeem and Pathirage. Simultaneously, multiple Indian boxers advanced to the final rounds, aiming to convert semi-final victories into gold medals.
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Indian boxers assure five medals on Day 7 of Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow
Indian pugilists delivered stellar performances on July 29, 2026, securing at least five podium finishes during the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Competitors including Narender Berwal, Sachin, and Ankush guaranteed crucial medals through dominant victories in their respective bouts.
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Weightlifter Nirupama Devi records DNF finish in women's 63kg final at Glasgow
Indian weightlifter Nirupama Devi suffered heartbreak at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after failing to finish her campaign in the women's 63kg event. Despite earlier lifts in the snatch round, she was forced to take a DNF during the medal showdown.
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Prime Minister congratulates Shilpa Kanchugarakoppalu Shyla on winning bronze in shot put at Commonwealth Games
Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicly lauded athlete Shilpa Kanchugarakoppalu Shyla for securing a bronze medal in the women's shot put F57 event at the Glasgow Games. The achievement further bolstered India's growing podium count in para-athletics disciplines.
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Sarvesh Kushare wins historic silver medal in men's high jump at Commonwealth Games
Athlete Sarvesh Kushare scripted history by becoming the first Indian to secure a silver medal in the men's high jump event at the Commonwealth Games. His remarkable performance in Glasgow highlighted a successful day for India's track and field contingent.
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Gyaneshwari Yadav and Bindyarani Devi boost India's medal count with weightlifting podium finishes
Gyaneshwari Yadav captured a silver medal in the women's weightlifting event at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Fellow lifter Bindyarani Devi added a bronze medal to the tally, bringing India's total weightlifting medal haul to five.
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Indian women's pairs lawn bowls team loses tight tie-break match to Namibia
The Indian women's pairs lawn bowls duo experienced a hard-fought defeat against Namibia via a tie-break during the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. Despite the setback, earlier standout performances by players like Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh have kept the team competitive in the tournament standings.
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Jhandu Kumar secures India's first medal at Commonwealth Games 2026 with bronze in para powerlifting
Jhandu Kumar claimed a bronze medal in the men's heavyweight para-powerlifting division at the Glasgow Games. He successfully lifted 190kg to capture the historic first podium finish for the Indian contingent.
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Organizers publish complete schedule and Indian athlete roster for Commonwealth Games
Sports authorities released the comprehensive day-wise fixture list and participant rosters for India's contingent competing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The detailed breakdown highlights medal contenders across multiple disciplines, including lawn bowls and track events, alongside live streaming instructions.
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