9 May 2026
India tops Asian Games 2026 final medal tally
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Summary
India ended Asian Games 2026 (Aichi-Nagoya, Japan) with 130 medals (38 gold, 42 silver, 50 bronze) — finishing 3rd overall. Best-ever performance with major wins in shooting, archery, athletics, hockey, and emerging esports.
Why it matters
UPSC Sports GA + soft power IR. Sport-related infra (Khelo India, TOPS — Target Olympic Podium Scheme).