The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has objected to an incomplete map of India printed on napkins at a restaurant in Glasgow during the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The map reportedly omitted Jammu and Kashmir and parts of Northeast India, prompting strong objections from Indian boxing officials, including Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain. BFI raised the issue with the restaurant management, calling the depiction inaccurate and unacceptable. The restaurant reportedly acknowledged the complaint and agreed to remove the disputed napkins. The incident sparked widespread criticism, highlighting the sensitivity surrounding India's territorial representation during international sporting events. (PC: IANS)

India enjoyed a sensational Day 10 at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, delivering its best-ever boxing performance with a record seven gold medals. Star boxers led the charge, helping India dominate the ring and significantly boost the country's overall medal count. Strong performances in athletics and judo further added to India's success, taking the total medal tally to 39. The remarkable haul strengthened India's position in the overall standings and highlighted the nation's growing strength across multiple sporting disciplines. With more medal events remaining, India remains on course for an even bigger finish at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. (PC: NDTV)

India enjoyed another successful day at the Commonwealth Games 2026 as Sachin and Ankush Panghal won boxing gold medals, while Priya and Arundhati Choudhary also topped the podium. Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain settled for silver after suffering a surprise 4-1 split-decision defeat in the women's 75kg final. Ankush delivered a comeback performance to beat England's Shittu, overcoming a first-round setback before clinching victory on a split decision for India's seventh gold of the day. The action continues with Dev Kumar Meena and Kuldeep Kumar in the men's pole vault final, Gulveer Singh in the men's 5,000m final, and India's mixed 4x400m relay team chasing more medals. (PC: SonyLIV Screengrab)

Twenty-three-year-old Asmita Dey created history by becoming India's first Commonwealth Games judo champion, winning the women's 48kg gold at Glasgow. The Tripura judoka defeated Canada's Heidi Quach 2-1 through a dramatic Golden Score after earlier overcoming Scotland's Eva Ewing and host favourite Summer Shaw. Born in Belonia to bicycle mechanic Arjun Kumar Dey, Asmita began as an 800m runner before switching to judo. She trained at Tripura Sports School and the Sports Authority of India Regional Centre in Bhopal before joining the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS). Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha and Sports Minister Tinku Roy hailed her landmark achievement as an inspiration for future generations.

UEFA says it has lost confidence in FIFA president Gianni Infantino after FIFA abandoned its controversial proposal to sell minority stakes in its competitions to private investors. UEFA, which had threatened to boycott future World Cups, called the withdrawal “a victory for the whole game” but accused Infantino of breaking promises on transparency and misusing FIFA’s resources. The governing body demanded accountability for those behind the plan and called for governance reforms and better use of FIFA funds through the existing Forward programme. The Football Association backed UEFA’s stance, while other confederations also opposed the proposal, leaving Infantino under mounting pressure ahead of FIFA’s presidential election in March. (PC: Reuters)

India scripted history in the Commonwealth Games 2026 as Havildar Soman Rana clinched gold and Shubham Juyal secured silver in the debut men's shot put F57 event. Soman produced a season-best throw of 13.40m, while Shubham followed with 13.28m, taking India's medal tally to 30. A two-time Paralympian and Indian Army para athlete, Soman lost his right leg below the knee in a 2006 mine blast while serving with the 2/8 Gorkha Rifles on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. During rehabilitation at Pune's Artificial Limb Centre, he discovered para sports, later joining the Army Paralympic Node in 2017 and emerging as a world-class athlete. (PC: Getty Images)

India's boxing contingent scripted Commonwealth Games history in Glasgow as all 10 boxers reached their respective finals, guaranteeing a record 10 medals and surpassing the country's previous CWG boxing medal tally. Preeti Pawar opened India's gold account with a dominant 5-0 victory over Canada's Scarlett Savannah Delgado in the women's 54kg final, while Jaismine Lamboria defeated defending champion Michaela Walsh of Northern Ireland by the same unanimous margin to claim gold after winning bronze in the previous edition. Jadumani Singh settled for silver after losing the men's 55kg final to Jye Dixon. Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain headlines seven more Indian boxers scheduled to contest finals later on Saturday. (PC: Global Green, HT & India.com)

Neeraj Chopra admitted he was "scared" during every attempt despite winning silver in the men's javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games 2026, citing lingering injury concerns after returning from a lengthy layoff. The Olympic champion produced a season-best 85.83m to secure his first major medal in nearly a year, while Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage claimed gold with 89.75m. Fellow Indian Yash Vir Singh earned bronze with a personal-best 85.41m. Chopra said Glasgow's cold conditions affected performances and limited him to one quality throw. While pleased with his comeback, the 28-year-old stressed he is still rebuilding confidence, improving gradually, and targeting stronger performances in upcoming competitions. (PC: Getty Images)

India secured a double podium finish in the men's triple jump at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as Praveen Chithravel claimed silver with a best leap of 16.58m and Selva Prabhu Thirumaran took bronze with 16.52m. Jamaica's Jordon Scott won gold after producing the competition's best jump of 16.72m, while Australia's Ethan Olivier narrowly missed the podium with 16.50m. Notably, none of the top four athletes recorded either a personal best or season best. This marks the second consecutive Commonwealth Games where India has won two medals in men's triple jump, following Eldhose Paul and Abdulla Aboobacker's historic gold-silver finish at Birmingham 2022. (PC: AP)

Former India selector Saba Karim has urged chief selector Ajit Agarkar and the BCCI selection committee to maintain clear communication with fast bowler Mohammed Siraj after his omission from recent plans. Karim stressed that players who remain in contention for the 2027 ODI World Cup deserve transparency about their role and future. He said honest discussions can help experienced cricketers stay motivated and prepare accordingly instead of being left uncertain. While acknowledging the team's transition and evolving pace attack, Karim emphasized that effective communication between selectors and senior players is crucial for building a competitive squad for the 2027 World Cup. (PC: X)