Definition: The Asian Games is a multi-disciplinary sports event held once in every four years. Athletes from all Asian countries are welcomed to participate in this event. The Asian Games is recognised by the International Olympic Committee and is the second largest multi-sport event after the Olympics.
Description: Before the Asian Games, the Far Eastern Championship Games were held. After the Second World War, many Asian countries gained independence and Guru Dutt Sondhi, a member of the Indian International Olympic Committee, proposed the idea of Asian Games as a sporting event, where all Asian nations can be represented. The first-ever Asian Games were held in New Delhi in 1951. Asian Games were regulated by the Asian Games Federation from 1951 to 1978. Since 1982, Olympic Council of Asia now regulates the Asian Games. The symbol for Asian Games is rising sun with interlocking rings. Nine nations haves hosted the Asian Games so far and 46 nations have participated in the games. Israel has not taken part in Asian Games since 1974. 44 sports have been included in the Asian Games history. India is a founder member of Asian Games and also the host of the first Asian Games. 1982 Asian Games were also held in New Delhi. India is one of the seven countries to have participated in all the editions of the Asian Games. India along with Japan is the only country to have won at-least one gold medal in every event of Asian Games. India has always ranked in the top 10 in the medals tally in Asian Games, except in the 1990 games.
Sports Minister lends weight to IOA plea to include Yoga in Asian GamesMinister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, expressed support for the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha's initiative to introduce Yoga as a competitive sport in the Asian Games. On June 26, PT Usha wrote to Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) President Raja Randhir Singh, proposing the inclusion of Yoga in the event.
"Haven't reached my best yet, not satisfied with my throw," says Javelin Throw champion Neeraj ChopraOlympic and World champion Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra believes he has not yet reached his peak. He said that his most satisfying throw being in the World Under-20 Championships in 2016. He showcased his javelin skills to cricketer Dinesh Karthik on JioCinema's 'Get Set Gold.' He also revealed his off-court interests on the show. Chopra withdrew from the Ostrava Golden Spike 2024 due to an adductor issue and has prioritised his health ahead of the Paris Olympics.
Sarabjot Singh shoots gold at Munich World CupSarabjot Singh secured India's first gold at the ISSF World Cup in the men's 10m air pistol event, outshooting top competitors with a score of 242.7 in the final. He narrowly edged out Bu Shuaihang of China. The 22-year-old's stellar performance, marked by consistent shooting and nerve under pressure, earned him his second individual ISSF World Cup medal.
How Arunachal's Rupa Bayor fought odds to become Taekwondo championRupa Bayor from Arunachal Pradesh overcame personal struggles and visa denials to win a bronze at the Asian Taekwondo Poomsae Championships in Vietnam. Raised by a widowed mother, she found solace and success in Taekwondo. Despite facing visa issues for international competitions, Bayor remains determined to excel in her sport. She is inspired by boxer M C Mary Kom's achievements.
Satwik-Chirag win Thailand Open titleSatwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the men's doubles title at the Thailand Open Super 500 badminton tournament, adding to their BWF world tour victories. They defeated Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi in straight games, showcasing their dominance in major badminton events.