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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The addition of the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) marks another important step. The first edition will be held in Chhattisgarh from March 25 to April 3, bringing together nearly 3,000 athletes from 31 states and UTs. Competitions will be held across seven medal sports — athletics, football, hockey, weightlifting, archery, swimming and wrestling.

The Times of India Sports Awards returns for its eighth edition, honouring India's sporting excellence in 2025. Lucknow will host the ceremony on March 21, 2026. This year highlights significant achievements in para sports, with Uttar Pradesh athletes Preethi Pal, Vivek Chikara, Vaibhav Gautam, and Praveen Kumar, along with coaches Gaurav Khanna and Dr. Satyapal Singh among the TOISA 2025 nominees.

Shooter Samrat Rana and cricketer Smriti Mandhana were crowned Sportspersons of the Year at the TOISA 2025 awards in Lucknow. Javelin thrower Sumit Antil and archer Sheetal Devi also received top honours in the para category. The ceremony celebrated India's sporting achievements across numerous disciplines, recognising outstanding performances throughout 2025.

India's sporting elite converges in Lucknow for the Times of India Sports Awards, honouring a decade of excellence and the past year's achievements. The prestigious event, attended by legends and led by a distinguished jury, celebrates athletes across over 45 categories, including a significant focus on para-sports, recognizing outstanding performances and emerging talents who have made the nation proud.