India added another medal to its tally at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with the men’s 10m air rifle team securing a silver medal. China won the gold medal, setting a new world-record team total, while South Korea took bronze. The Indian team produced a strong performance in the qualification and final stages. The result adds to India’s shooting success at the Asian Games and keeps the country’s medal campaign in focus as competition continues across several sports.
Indian shooters Rudrankksh Patil and Himanshu Dhillon also qualified for the individual 10m air rifle final, giving India another opportunity to compete for medals in the event.
Shooting is among the sports where India traditionally fields a large contingent at major international competitions. The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games have brought together athletes from across Asia competing in numerous disciplines.
More Indian athletes are scheduled to compete throughout September 21, including competitors in shooting and other events. The country’s supporters will be watching the results closely as India’s medal tally develops during the Games.
