Asian Games 2018

Who is Saurabh Chaudhary: 16-year-old farmer's son from Meerut wins shooting gold on Asian Games debut

Saurabh Chaudhary, who was competing in his first senior event at the international level, set an Asian Games record en route to the finish on the top step of the podium in the men's 10m Air Pistol event.

Aug 21, 2018

'Dangal needs a sequel': Twitter users laud Vinesh Phogat after wrestler creates Asian Games history

Vinesh Phogat, who is already a two-time Commonwealth gold medallist, had to settle for a bronze medal four years ago at Incheon, but this was one emphatic performance.

Aug 20, 2018

The hotels, where many technical officials are put up, are serving alcohol but at a higher price. (Representational Image)

Indian officials unhappy with no-alcohol rule at Asian Games Village

This policy is not surprising either, as Indonesia has the largest Muslim population in the world and barring the tourist-heavy Bali province, liquor has been banned from all department stores since 2015.

Aug 20, 2018

Grappled to gold: Asian Games 2018 champion Bajrang Punia's rise to the top

Bajrang Punia has been in spectacular form leading up to the Asian Games, winning gold medals at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, Yasar Dogu International in Turkey and the Tbilisi Grand Prix in Georgia.

Aug 20, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Wrestler Sushil Kumar reacts after shock defeat in opening bout

Sushil Kumar never looked comfortable on the mat and speed, which was his forte, deserted him as he struggled with his knee injury throughout the match.

Aug 19, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Shooters Apurvi, Ravi help India open its account

Both Indian shooters Apurvi Chandela and Ravi Kumar won bronze medals in the Asian Games.

Aug 19, 2018

Asian Games 2018, Day 1 full schedule: Live stream, start time of events involving Indian athletes

With medal events in shooting and wrestling scheduled on Day 1 of the Games, India can expect a few medals early. Here's the full schedule of events with Indian participation on Sunday.

Aug 18, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Exciting young talents give India medal hopes in shooting

Aged 15 and 16 respectively, Bhanwala and Bhaker shot into prominence by clinching gold in the 25m and 10m air pistol respectively at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games held earlier this year.

Aug 18, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Leander Paes pulls out of event, Indian coach reacts

The coach added that a young team would definitely miss the service and experience of Paes on the court, especially while dealing with the pressure of a mega event.

Aug 17, 2018

Asian Games 2018: 5 Indian athletes primed for golden glory at the continental event

From PV Sindhu to Hima Das, here's a look at five Indian athletes who are expected to finish on the top step of the podium at Asian Games 2018, starting August 18 in Indonesia.

Aug 17, 2018

Tennis at Asian Games 2018: Sania, Bhambri unavailable but India have the firepower to continue good run

Top-ranked men's singles player Yuki Bhambri and Incheon gold medalist Sania Mirza are not available for the Asian Games. However, with a mix of youth and experience, India will be hoping to continue their good run at the continental event.

Aug 16, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Indian shuttlers look to make up for missed opportunities at the continental event

The fact that two Indian women shuttlers are among the Top 10 (Asia) bodes well for their chances in badminton at the Asian Games.

Aug 16, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Boxer Vikas Krishan primed to script history

If Vikas achieves a podium finish in Indonesia, he will become the first boxer from India to win three back-back-back medals in the games.

Aug 15, 2018

Asian Games 2018: All you need to know about 10 new sports at continental event

Here's all that you need to know about the sporting disciplines that will be making their Asian Games debut in 2018.

Aug 15, 2018

Independence Day 2018: Sachin Tendulkar, Suresh Raina lead tributes with thought-provoking messages

Athletes, who are part of the Indian Asian Game contingent in Indonesia, also took to social media to pay their tribute on the 72nd Independence Day, which is being celebrated across the country.

Aug 15, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Handball team plays in casual attire as India's new kit sponsor misses deadline

Local organisers in Jakarta were initially apprehensive about letting the Indian team play without the official attire, according to a media report. The team went on to lose the opener against Chinese Taipei on Monday.

Aug 14, 2018

Asian Games 2018: India favourites to win hockey gold, says PR Sreejesh

India, who are the defending champions in the Asain Games, will book a berth for the 2020 Olympics if they clinch gold after they finished runners-up to Australia in the Champions Trophy.

Aug 14, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Abhishek Verma confident of bagging two medals in archery

Abhishek Verma has been a consistent performer for India and has won two World Cup gold medals and a silver. The Asian Games will not have any individual medal events.

Aug 13, 2018

Asian Games 2018: Dipa Karmakar's coach sets target for fit-again gymnast

Returning to action after a long lay-off of nearly two years due to injury, Dipa clinched the gold medal in the vault event of FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup at Mersin, Turkey, last month.

Aug 9, 2018

Asian Games 2018 exclusive: Squash star Mahesh Mangaonkar opens up on title defence, Olympic dreams

Mahesh, who is eyeing his second continental gold medal in the men's team event, talks to IBTimes India about the upcoming campaign, his personal form and the difficulties of playing a non-Olympic sport.

Aug 9, 2018

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Asian Games 2018

Who is Saurabh Chaudhary: 16-year-old farmer's son from Meerut wins shooting gold on Asian Games debut

'Dangal needs a sequel': Twitter users laud Vinesh Phogat after wrestler creates Asian Games history

Indian officials unhappy with no-alcohol rule at Asian Games Village

Grappled to gold: Asian Games 2018 champion Bajrang Punia's rise to the top

Asian Games 2018: Wrestler Sushil Kumar reacts after shock defeat in opening bout

Asian Games 2018: Shooters Apurvi, Ravi help India open its account

Asian Games 2018, Day 1 full schedule: Live stream, start time of events involving Indian athletes

Asian Games 2018: Exciting young talents give India medal hopes in shooting

Asian Games 2018: Leander Paes pulls out of event, Indian coach reacts

Asian Games 2018: 5 Indian athletes primed for golden glory at the continental event

Tennis at Asian Games 2018: Sania, Bhambri unavailable but India have the firepower to continue good run

Asian Games 2018: Indian shuttlers look to make up for missed opportunities at the continental event

Asian Games 2018: Boxer Vikas Krishan primed to script history

Asian Games 2018: All you need to know about 10 new sports at continental event

Independence Day 2018: Sachin Tendulkar, Suresh Raina lead tributes with thought-provoking messages

Asian Games 2018: Handball team plays in casual attire as India's new kit sponsor misses deadline

Asian Games 2018: India favourites to win hockey gold, says PR Sreejesh

Asian Games 2018: Abhishek Verma confident of bagging two medals in archery

Asian Games 2018: Dipa Karmakar's coach sets target for fit-again gymnast

Asian Games 2018 exclusive: Squash star Mahesh Mangaonkar opens up on title defence, Olympic dreams

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