Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally Updated: India Clinch 10th Gold, Rise To 7th Place
Stay updated with the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games medal tally for September 29, 2026. Discover which countries lead the standings, with China maintaining a dominant position and host nation Japan holding strong in second. India has impressively climbed into the top 10, securing 6 gold, 21 silver, and 25 bronze medals, totaling 52.
India reached a major milestone at the 2026 Asian Games on Wednesday, capturing their 10th gold medal of the competition to climb into seventh place in the overall standings. The latest triumph lifted India’s aggregate medal haul to 58, comprising 10 gold, 21 silver, and 27 bronze. The result edged India ahead of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the official medal table, which prioritises gold count followed by silver medals won. Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai Win Gold Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Shooting Trap Mixed Team.
India's Notable Climb in Medal Standings
India’s double-digit gold total has been built on commanding showings in team sports, archery, and precision shooting. On Day 12, the men's and women's compound archery teams secured a top-podium finish, adding to shooting and mixed archery triumphs.
Key triumphs across the fortnight include titles in both the men’s and women’s kabaddi events, victory for the women’s cricket team, multiple podium finishes in compound archery, and golds across individual and team shooting events. Consistent contributions from athletics, rowing, squash, combat sports, and weightlifting have added depth to the overall aggregate. Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep, and Chikitha Taniparthi Win Gold Medal At Asian Games 2026 in Archery Women's Compound Team.
Updated Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally (as of September 30, 2026)
The following table presents the medal standings for the leading nations at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games.
Asian Games 2026 Medal Table: All Disciplines (Top 10)
| Rank | NOC | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
| 1 | CHN | People's Republic of China | 149 | 66 | 53 | 268 |
| 2 | JPN | Japan | 45 | 74 | 71 | 190 |
| 3 | KOR | Republic of Korea | 24 | 28 | 47 | 99 |
| 4 | UZB | Uzbekistan | 14 | 17 | 17 | 48 |
| 5 | THA | Thailand | 12 | 10 | 12 | 34 |
| 6 | BRN | Bahrain | 11 | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 7 | IND | India | 10 | 21 | 27 | 58 |
| 8 | IRI | Islamic Republic of Iran | 10 | 16 | 12 | 38 |
| 9 | KAZ | Kazakhstan | 9 | 14 | 30 | 53 |
| 10 | PRK | Democratic People's Republic of Korea | 7 | 5 | 7 | 19 |
*Note: Figures are as of September 30, 2026. The official results portal (results.asiangames2026.org) is the ultimate authoritative source.
With several days of intense competition still remaining before the Games conclude on October 4, the medal tally is expected to see further shifts. Athletes across 43 sports and 71 disciplines will continue to vie for podium finishes, promising more thrilling moments for fans worldwide.
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