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India’s Athletes Shine at the Asian Games Opening

PT Usha met International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry at a welcome reception before the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi‑Nagoya.

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Key Points

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PT Usha and Kirsty Coventry discussed strengthening global sporting ties.

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya joined the reception.

India’s contingent of 503 athletes began the Games at Paloma Mizuho Stadium.

The women’s air‑rifle team secured a silver medal.

Women’s hockey and table tennis teams started with big victories.

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The discussion highlighted cooperation and support for athletes across nations.

India entered the Games with 503 athletes in 36 sports, winning an early silver medal in women’s 10‑metre air‑rifle team.

The women’s hockey team recorded a 19‑0 win over Uzbekistan, and the table tennis team defeated Indonesia 3‑0.

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International Olympic Committee

the worldwide body that organizes the Olympic Games

reception

a formal meeting where people greet each other

cooperation

working together for a common goal

contingent

a large group of people traveling together for an event

silver medal

the award given for finishing in second place

air‑rifle

a type of gun that fires tiny metal balls using air pressure

hockey

a team sport played with sticks and a small ball or puck

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