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At just 21, Chikitha Rao Taniparthi has overcome past setbacks to earn her place in the Asian Games as a compound archer. Her heart beats for gold—not just for herself, but for India, and to fulfill her dream of buying a new harvester for her father and gifting a cherished mascot to her coach, Abhishek Verma.

India has made a bold step forward in its sports strategy by appointing Dave Cousins, a former World No. 1 archer, as the head coach of the compound archery team, a decision aimed at bolstering the nation’s chances for medal success at the Asian Games and the upcoming LA Olympics.

India's archery team for the Asian Games 2026 has seen a major shake-up, dropping experienced Olympians Deepika Kumari and Atanu Das. While they will still compete in World Cup events, the new-look squad will be spearheaded by the emerging talent of Jyothi Vennam, marking a significant shift for the team.

India's women recurve archers, led by Deepika Kumari, secured a historic Archery World Cup Stage II gold medal in Shanghai, defeating hosts China in a thrilling shoot-off. This victory marks their first World Cup team gold since 2021 and provides a significant confidence boost ahead of the Asian Games.

India’s women’s recurve archery team won a dramatic gold medal at the Archery World Cup in Shanghai after defeating hosts China 5-4 in a shoot-off. Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat and teenager Kumkum Mohod held their nerve after a tense final ended 4-4. India had earlier stunned South Korea in the semifinals, securing their first women’s recurve World Cup gold since 2021.

Unheralded Sahil Jadhav fetched the first medal for India in the Archery World Cup Stage II in Shanghai by bagging a bronze in the men’s compound event on Saturday.

India's women recurve archers achieved a stunning 5-1 victory over South Korea in the Archery World Cup Stage-II semifinals in Shanghai. This remarkable win, featuring Olympians Deepika Kumari and Ankita Bhakat, secures India's first medal and a gold medal match against China. Meanwhile, the men's team faced an early exit.

India's women's recurve team achieved a monumental victory, defeating 10-time Olympic champions South Korea 5-1 to reach the Archery World Cup Stage 2 final. Deepika Kumari and her teammates displayed exceptional composure, securing a medal and setting up a gold medal match against China. The men's team, however, faced an early exit.

Archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam, known for her calm under pressure, recently secured a gold medal at the Archery World Cup in Mexico. Transitioning from swimming due to facility limitations, Vennam found success in archery, winning multiple accolades including an Arjuna Award. Her journey highlights unwavering family support and a steely competitive spirit.

Olympian Rahul Banerjee, a former Commonwealth Games gold medalist, has transitioned to coaching India's elite archers. He believes mental pressure is the final hurdle for Indian archery on the global stage. Banerjee is now focusing on mental training, incorporating meditation, visualization, and breathing techniques to refine his students' performance.

Indian archer Payal Nag, a quadruple amputee, achieved a historic gold medal at the World Para Archery Series Final in Bangkok. Overcoming a childhood electrocution accident, Nag developed a unique shooting style with a custom prosthetic arm. Her victory over idol Sheetal Devi marks a significant milestone in para sports.

India's 2030 Commonwealth Games are set to feature 16-17 sports, with a final list by mid-2027. Organizers aim to include disciplines like cricket and hockey, dropped in previous editions, reflecting their popularity. Yogasana is also being proposed as a medal event, promising a vibrant program for India and its 74 territories.

Archery sensation Payal Nag, a quadruple amputee, triumphed over friend Sheetal Devi for individual gold at the World Archery Para Series in Bangkok. Despite a life-altering accident at age eight, Payal's resilience, supported by her parents and coach, propelled her to international success. She now aims for Asian Games and Paralympic glory.

India's Sheetal Devi has been named 'Para Archer of the Year 2025' by World Archery, marking a significant achievement. The 19-year-old, born without arms, previously won gold at the World Para Archery Championships and a Paris Paralympics bronze, showcasing her remarkable skill and dedication.

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, writes about Khelo India Tribal Games 2026. As natural talent meets right facilities & training, national & international medals will follow, she says

Lucknow gears up for the Times of India Sports Awards on March 21, 2026, celebrating India's athletic excellence in 2025. The event will honour top performers across various sports, with a special focus on archery.

Manikanta L secured his third Khelo India Tribal Games gold in the 200m individual medley, while Anjali Munda claimed her second gold. Host state Chhattisgarh's Anushka Bhagat earned a silver. Injured athletes from Assam and Mizoram also triumphed in weightlifting, showcasing remarkable resilience at the inaugural event.

Young tribal athletes from across India are converging in Raipur for the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games, featuring 2,300 participants in seven disciplines. The 10-day event aims to identify and develop talent, with former hockey player Lazarus Barla praising the initiative.

India's compound archers shone at the Asia Cup in Bangkok, securing mixed team gold and women's team silver. The duo of Chikitha Taniparthi and Rajat Chauhan clinched a thrilling gold, while the women's team earned silver. These medals add to India's growing tally, with more finals to come.

At the Times of India Sports Awards 2025 in Lucknow, Sumit Antil and Sheetal Devi were named Para Sportspersons of the Year. Antil dominated with a third world title and record throw, while Devi rose to World No. 1, highlighting India’s global para-sports success in 2025.