30 September 2026
India's women's compound archery team won gold at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya on 30 September 2026, beating China 238-234. The team of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep and Chikitha Taniparthi equalled the world record set by South Korea. In the semifinal India edged South Korea 234-233. It was India's seventh gold of the Games. Jyothi won her fourth Asian Games gold, while Prithika and Chikitha won their first.
Final score:
238-234 vs China
Semifinal:
234-233 vs South Korea
India's gold tally at this point:
7
Why it matters for exams: Asian Games results, host city and record details are staple sports questions.
Kerala PSCUPSC
In plain words
Compound archery Compound bow event — An archery discipline using a bow with pulleys and cams, shot over 8 arrows per archer in team rounds here.
30 September 2026
Kerala Blasters FC announced on 29 September 2026 that its owner Magnum Sports Private Ltd has signed a definitive agreement to sell 100% of the club, the Kochi-based Indian Super League side, to Dubai-based Al Fursan Group.
The transfer will be completed in phases over eight months.
The group is led by Sheikh Ahmad bin Faisal Al Qasimi, and Ofioh Sporty has been appointed operational partner.
Ashley Westwood continues as head coach for the 2026-27 season.
Buyer:
Al Fursan Group
Seller:
Magnum Sports Private Ltd
Stake:
100%
Time to complete:
Eight months
Head coach:
Ashley Westwood
Why it matters for exams: Ownership of Kerala's flagship ISL club and sports-business developments feature in Kerala PSC sports and current-affairs papers.
Kerala PSCUPSC
29 September 2026
A Supreme Court bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana allowed voting in the Rajasthan Cricket Association election on 29 September 2026. It directed that the declaration of results be withheld, with results kept in a sealed cover. The petitioner, Megha Gaur, argued through Senior Advocate Menaka Guruswamy that the electoral roll had not a single woman voter or candidate. The Rajasthan High Court had earlier appointed the State Home Secretary as Administrator to conduct the election. The Court asked for an early High Court hearing on the exclusion of women.
Bench:
CJI Surya Kant, Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana
Petitioner:
Megha Gaur
Order:
Voting allowed, results withheld in sealed cover
Administrator:
State Home Secretary
Why it matters for exams: Court orders on sports-body governance, equality and gender representation, and the role of the Supreme Court are regular polity and current-affairs topics.
UPSCSSC
29 September 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 29 September 2026 congratulated Kiran Pahal, Poovamma MR, Prachi and Vithya Ramraj on winning gold in the women's 4x400m relay at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister said their speed and determination powered India to the top of the podium.
He called it a proud moment for Indian athletics and a wonderful example of what teamwork can achieve.
Event:
Women's 4x400m Relay
Medal:
Gold
Why it matters for exams: Relay gold medallists at continental games are frequently asked in sports current affairs.
Kerala PSCSSC
29 September 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 29 September 2026 congratulated Neeru Dhanda on winning gold in the women's trap event at the Asian Games.
She became the first Indian woman to win an individual gold in trap at the Asian Games, which the Prime Minister called a historic moment for the country to celebrate.
The Prime Minister said her exceptional accuracy and composure have brought immense pride to the nation.
He added that the win would encourage many more young sportspersons to take up shooting and aim for the highest honours.
Event:
Women's Trap
Medal:
Gold
Milestone:
First Indian woman to win individual trap gold at the Asian Games
Why it matters for exams: Asian Games gold medallists and their events are a recurring sports general-knowledge question.
Kerala PSCSSC
29 September 2026
Pincky Balhara won bronze in the women's -78kg kurash event at the Asian Games in Nagoya on 28 September 2026. She lost the semifinal 0-5 to South Korea's Sumin Mo after beating Garam Lim 3-0 in an earlier round. It is her second Asian Games medal; she won silver in the women's -52kg category at the 2018 Jakarta Games, where kurash made its debut at the Games. The Prime Minister congratulated her.
Event:
Women's -78kg kurash
Medal:
Bronze
Earlier Asian Games medal:
Silver, -52kg, Jakarta 2018
Why it matters for exams: Less common Asian Games sports like kurash are asked in sports sections.
Kerala PSCUPSC
29 September 2026
Gulveer Singh won silver in the men's 1500m final at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on 28 September 2026, clocking a personal best of 3:36.72. Kazuto Iizawa of Japan took gold in 3:36.35, a Games record, and Nagiya Mori of Japan won bronze in 3:37.92. It was Gulveer's second silver at the Games, after the men's 10,000m, where he ran 28:29.38 behind Bahrain's Birhanu Balew. The Prime Minister congratulated him.
Time:
3:36.72 (personal best)
Gold:
Kazuto Iizawa (Japan), 3:36.35, Games record
Bronze:
Nagiya Mori (Japan), 3:37.92
Why it matters for exams: Asian Games medal details are regular sports questions.
Kerala PSCUPSC
29 September 2026
In the women's 400m hurdles final at Aichi-Nagoya on 28 September 2026, Vithya Ramraj won bronze in 54.75 seconds, a personal best. She broke PT Usha's national record of 55.42 seconds, set at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. Mariam Kareem of the UAE took gold in 54.31 seconds, a Games record, and Adelina Zems of Kazakhstan won silver in 54.58 seconds. It was Ramraj's second medal at the Games, after silver in the 4x400m mixed relay. Anu Raghavan finished fifth with a personal best of 55.88 seconds.
Time:
54.75 seconds
Previous national record:
55.42 seconds (PT Usha)
Gold:
Mariam Kareem (UAE), 54.31 seconds
Why it matters for exams: Records held by PT Usha are a Kerala PSC favourite and the Asian Games feature in sports sections.
Kerala PSCUPSC
State Focus
Nagaland
Sports
Sports
29 September 2026
The office of the Deputy Commissioner, Noklak, on 25 September 2026 encouraged youth, students and sports enthusiasts of Noklak district to take part in a state-level half marathon.
The race will be held on 5 October 2026 at Kohima.
It is organised by the 78 Battalion CRPF in collaboration with the Sports Authority of India (SAI).
The event is held under the SPANDAN sports initiative.
There are 60 prizes across 3 categories, with a total prize value of approximately 6.30 lakhs.
Race date:
5 October 2026
Venue:
Kohima
Prizes:
60 across 3 categories
Total prize value:
approximately 6.30 lakhs
Why it matters for exams: Useful for sports-events and district-administration items concerning Nagaland.
Kerala PSCSSC
State Focus
Nagaland
Sports
Sports
29 September 2026
The Nagaland Olympic Association announced a change in the name of the upcoming games on 28 September 2026.
The games, earlier called Nagaland Olympic & Paralympic Games (NOPG) 2026, will now be known as Nagaland State & Para Games (NSPG) 2026.
The revised name applies to all future official communications, notifications, correspondence, publicity materials and other documents.
All stakeholders were asked to use the revised nomenclature in all communications.
The notice was carried by the Department of Information & Public Relations (DIPR), Nagaland.
New name:
Nagaland State & Para Games (NSPG) 2026
Earlier name:
Nagaland Olympic & Paralympic Games (NOPG) 2026
Announced by:
Nagaland Olympic Association
Announced on:
28 September 2026
Why it matters for exams: State-level sports bodies and naming changes are a common sports current-affairs topic.
Kerala PSCSSC
28 September 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated shooter Esha Singh on winning the silver medal in the women's 25m pistol individual event at the Asian Games 2026.
He said Esha showed immense precision and composure with a great score.
He extended best wishes to her for many more successes ahead.
The message was issued through the Press Information Bureau on 28 September 2026.
Athlete:
Esha Singh
Event:
Women's 25m pistol individual
Medal:
Silver
Why it matters for exams: Shooting events and medallists at the Asian Games are commonly asked in sports sections.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
28 September 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian javelin throwers Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav on winning medals at the Asian Games.
Yashvir Singh won the silver medal with a personal best throw.
Rohit Yadav won the bronze medal.
Two Indian javelin throwers thus stood on the Asian Games podium in the same event.
The Prime Minister said it was a wonderful result for both athletes and for Indian athletics, and wished them well for the future.
Silver:
Yashvir Singh, javelin throw
Bronze:
Rohit Yadav, javelin throw
Why it matters for exams: Asian Games medallists and their events are standard sports general-knowledge questions.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
28 September 2026
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian chess players on their success at the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad.
The Prime Minister stated that their passion and determination are exemplary.
Shri Modi expressed his hope that these successes may motivate several more youngsters to play chess and excel in the sport.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister shared the congratulatory message.
The release was issued from the Prime Minister's Office by PIB Delhi.
Chess Olympiad:
46th FIDE Chess Olympiad
Prime Minister:
Shri Narendra Modi
Why it matters for exams: The edition number of the Chess Olympiad and the organising body FIDE are standard one-mark facts.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
Anahat Singh won the silver medal in the women's singles squash event at the 2026 Asian Games. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her on the achievement. The Prime Minister noted her impressive performance against top-tier competitors in the tournament. He expressed hope that she would continue to scale new heights and bring more laurels to India.
Athlete:
Anahat Singh
Medal:
Silver
Event:
Women's singles squash
Why it matters for exams: Tests awareness of India's medal-winning athletes at the 2026 Asian Games, a recurring current-affairs topic for sports questions.
Kerala PSCUPSC
27 September 2026
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Tejaswin Shankar on winning the Bronze Medal in the Men’s Decathlon at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister stated that competing across demanding events over two days requires exceptional versatility, endurance, and resolve.
Shri Modi noted that he displayed all three, finishing his campaign strongly.
The Prime Minister called it a commendable achievement.
He further extended his best wishes for the endeavours ahead.
The office of the Prime Minister shared the message in a post on X.
Medal:
Bronze Medal
Asian Games:
Men’s Decathlon
days:
two days
Why it matters for exams: Combined-event athletics medals and the structure of the decathlon are asked in sports current affairs.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Parul Chaudhary on winning the Bronze medal in the Women’s 3000m Steeplechase at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister stated that making the achievement even more special, she clocked a personal best on her way to the podium.
Shri Modi noted that her dedication and perseverance have made India proud.
He extended his best wishes for her endeavour ahead.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister's Office shared the message.
The release was issued by PIB Delhi from the Prime Minister's Office.
Medal:
Bronze medal
Asian Games:
Women’s 3000m Steeplechase
personal best:
clocked on her way to the podium
Why it matters for exams: Athletics medals at the Asian Games, with the exact event and medal colour, are commonly asked.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Abhay Singh on winning the Silver Medal in Men’s Singles Squash at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister stated that his skill and determination have made India proud.
He noted that this achievement reflects the hard work he has put in over the years.
Shri Modi further extended his best wishes to him for the journey ahead.
In a post on X, the office of the Prime Minister shared the congratulatory message.
The release was issued by PIB Delhi from the Prime Minister's Office.
Medal:
Silver Medal
Asian Games:
Men’s Singles Squash
Prime Minister:
Shri Narendra Modi
Why it matters for exams: Asian Games medallists and their events are a standard current affairs question in PSC and SSC papers.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Harita Bhadra on winning a Bronze medal in the Women's 200m event at the Asian Games. The Prime Minister noted that she was making her Asian Games debut and raced with confidence and determination to secure a well-deserved place on the podium. He said India is proud of her. The message was posted by the office of the Prime Minister on X on 27 September 2026.
Athlete:
Harita Bhadra
Event:
Women's 200m
Medal:
Bronze
Appearance:
Asian Games debut
Why it matters for exams: Asian Games sprint medallists and the fact that this was a debut appearance are the details set as one-mark questions.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sarvesh Kushare on winning a historic Silver medal in the Men's High Jump at the Asian Games. The Prime Minister stated that with a superb effort, Kushare has ended India's five-decade wait for a medal in this event. He described it as a memorable achievement powered by perseverance and determination. The message was posted by the office of the Prime Minister on X on 27 September 2026.
Athlete:
Sarvesh Kushare
Event:
Men's High Jump
Medal:
Silver
Significance:
Ended India's five-decade wait for a medal in this event
Why it matters for exams: Individual Asian Games medallists and the events in which India ended long medal droughts are frequently asked in sports current affairs.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC
27 September 2026
Ancy Sojan won the silver medal in the Women's Long Jump at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister congratulated her on the result.
He said, "Hers has been a strong and spirited performance that has brought immense joy to the nation."
The congratulatory message was issued through the Press Information Bureau on 27 September 2026.
Athlete:
Ancy Sojan
Event:
Women's Long Jump
Medal:
Silver
Why it matters for exams: Medal winners, their events and the colour of the medal are asked directly in the sports section of every recruitment exam.
Kerala PSCUPSCSSC