According to reports from Kalinga TV, Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal in the women’s 49kg category at the 2026 Asian Games held in Aichi-Nagoya. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the athlete, successfully ending her wait for a podium finish at the continental multi-sport event.
In addition to Chanu’s success, the Indian contingent saw further medal wins on the fourth day of competition. Jay Meena made history for the nation by securing a bronze medal in soft tennis. The Indian team also added three more bronze medals to their tally, coming from the men’s badminton team, as well as the men’s and women’s skeet shooting teams.
These results contribute to India's ongoing performance at the 2026 Asian Games, reflecting a broad range of successes across individual and team disciplines. The Games continue to serve as a major platform for Indian athletes to compete against top-tier talent from across the continent.
The story reports on specific athletic achievements at the 2026 Asian Games, a regional sports event. While not corroborated by the provided international wire list, the details are internally consistent and represent standard sports reporting for a regional outlet.
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Original report: Kalinga TV