Aichi-Nagoya, Oct. 21 -- India moved up from sixth to fifth in the overall standings on Day 3 of the Asian Para Games 2026, taking its medal tally to 62, comprising 14 gold, 22 silver and 26 bronze medals. Indian athletes broke Games Records, set personal bests and swept all three medals in an event in Aichi-Nagoya.

The throwing arena was the highlight of the day. India claimed all three medals in the Men's Shot Put F46. Sachin Khilari won gold with a Games Record of 15.79m on his very first attempt, with all his throws exceeding 15m, according to a release.

Mohd Yasser took silver with a season-best throw of 15.06m, while Praveen added bronze with 13.83m. Ayush Verma won gold in the Men's Shot Put F53 with a throw of 8.16m. Bhagyashri ...