Hockey India has announced a 20-member Indian women's hockey squad for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, with Salima Tete retaining the captaincy after the team's FIH Nations Cup triumph.
With the coveted berths for the Asian Games 2026 at stake, the 65th National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championship got underway at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, drawing the country's finest track and field athletes for a crucial qualification event.
Indian table tennis star Manika Batra has questioned her exclusion from India's Asian Games 2026 squad, seeking transparency over the selection process despite being ranked World No. 51.
India have opted for a strong blend of youth and experience for the Asian Games cricket event, with Tilak Varma named vice-captain and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi among the selections.
Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Oman have secured their places in the men's cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Japan in September and October.
India announce archery squads for Asian Games 2026 in Japan with Ankita Bhakat and Dhiraj Bommadevara leading the recurve teams.
The continental multi-sport event is scheduled to be held from September 19 to October 4 in Aichi-Nagoya, with more than 700 Indian athletes expected to compete across over 40 sports disciplines.
Rohit Majgul's qualification marks a significant boost for Gujarat’s growing presence in Indian judo.
As India looks to expand its medal prospects beyond traditional sports, the Mission Olympic Cell has cleared targeted international exposure and coaching support for taekwondo and karate athletes ahead of the Asian Games 2026, marking a strategic shift in its high-performance roadmap.
Marijne, who returned to the women’s programme in December 2025 after a four-year break, said the initial focus is on raising fitness levels while ensuring the squad functions as a united group before shifting attention to technical aspects.
