Asian Games 2026: India wins silver in women’s 10m air rifle; Medal confirmed in MMA

India opened its medal account at the 2026 Asian Games with a silver medal in the women’s 10m air rifle team event. The Indian trio of Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar and Vidarsa Vinod combined to secure a podium finish. Both Elavenil and Sonam also qualified for the individual finals of the 10m air rifle event. Additionally, India claimed a historic mixed martial arts medal at the Games. The initial medal gains set a positive start for the Indian contingent, which aims to surpass the previous total.