New Delhi, July 26 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday hailed Anahat Singh's historic World Squash Junior Championships triumph, saying her landmark title showcases India's rising stature in global sports and will inspire the next generation of athletes.

Singh scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win the World Squash Junior Championships title, defeating Egypt's Ruqayya Salem 3-0 in the girls' singles final on Saturday.

"A proud moment for Indian sport! Heartiest congratulations to Anahat Singh on becoming the first Indian to win the girls' singles title at the World Squash Junior Championships 2026," Singh wrote in an X post.

"Your historic achievement is an inspiration for every young Indian and a testament to Ind...