Chopra won the silver in men's javelin throw with a distance of 85.83m - his best in the season and only second to Sri Lankan sensation Rumesh Pathirage's 89.75m.

'Multiple injuries, rebuilding body': Neeraj Chopra shares journey behind Commonwealth silver

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Neeraj Chopra, Yash Vir Singh and Yamini Maurya for their medal-winning performances at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

'Remarkable consistency, composure': PM Modi congratulates Neeraj Chopra on CWG 2026 silver

India won six medals, including two judo golds, to take its Commonwealth Games 2026 tally to 23 and climb to 10th in the standings.

CWG 2026 Day 9: Asmita, Harsh win gold, Neeraj claims silver, Tejaswini makes history

India's Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has secured his place in the men's javelin throw final at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after a 79.61m effort in a challenging qualification round. Despite cold temperatures and unpredictable winds at the venue, Chopra finished fifth and comfortably advanced to the medal event. The final promises a thrilling contest with top throwers including Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, Sri Lanka's rising star Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, Keshorn Walcott, and Anderson Peters also making the cut. With three Indian athletes in the final, the country will be hoping for a strong medal performance in the javelin event.

Commonwealth Games 2026: Neeraj Chopra reaches final, Tharanga, Nadeem also through

India's 'golden boy' Neeraj Chopra has qualified for the final of the javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. All three Indian made it to the final, which will take place on Friday.

Three Indians qualify for CWG Javelin Final | Wion Sports 

Commonwealth Games 2026 athletics begins in Glasgow with Neeraj Chopra, Tajinderpal Singh Toor and India's 32-member squad aiming for medals. Check the full schedule and IST timings

Commonwealth Games 2026 athletics schedule: India's full fixtures, timings and stars to watch

Neeraj Chopra returns to the Commonwealth Games 2026 after missing the 2022 edition due to injury. The Olympic champion says his focus is on giving his best, staying consistent, and helping India win medals in Glasgow

Neeraj Chopra on 90m mark: 'My target is to push my throw even further' ahead of CWG 2026

In today's top India news:

Bombay High Court cancels the bail of Shiv Sena Corporation member Mahesh Mhatre in the assault case involving hospital staff.
Bulldozer action carried out against an office linked to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee over alleged building violations.
Olympic medalists Mirabai Chanu and Neeraj Chopra to lead India's contingent at the 2026 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony.
Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust receives numerous applications for its first Chief Executive Officer amid donation misappropriation allegations.

Bombay HC cancels Shiv Sena leader's bail | Abhishek Banerjee office demolished | Commonwealth Games

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra receives the Best Male Athlete of the Year 2025 award at the inaugural Indian Athletics Awards. Parul Chaudhary wins top female honour, while P T Usha receives the Lifetime Achievement Award

Neeraj Chopra, Parul Chaudhary honoured with Athlete of the Year 2025 at inaugural Indian Athletics Awards

Neeraj Chopra qualifies for the 2026 Commonwealth Games after an 82.77m throw at the Doha Diamond League. The Olympic champion finished fourth in his season opener with a best effort of 85.69m

Neeraj Chopra qualifies for 2026 Commonwealth Games; finishes fourth at Doha Diamond League

The javelin star has not competed since a disappointing showing at the 2025 World Championships and has since been recovering from a back injury.

Neeraj Chopra back in action; to compete at Doha Diamond League 2026

Neeraj Chopra withdraws from the Doha Diamond League 2026 due to a back injury. The Olympic medallist is focusing on recovery in Switzerland ahead of the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games

Neeraj Chopra pulls out of Doha Diamond League due to back injury

Former Indian tennis player and IIS President Manisha Malhotra explains why India continues to lag at the Olympics despite increased funding, sports science, coaching, and infrastructure

No shortage of money, coaches or facilities. So why isn't India winning more Olympic medals?

Neeraj Chopra and Sumit Antil accuse coach Naval Singh of abuse and harassment, demanding strict action from SAI amid growing athlete backlash

Neeraj Chopra, Sumit Antil allege harassment by javelin coach Naval Singh; demand strict action from SAI: Report

'You must be a competitor, not just a talker': Klaus Bartonietz explains the making of champions

Happy Birthday Neeraj Chopra: Records, achievements, net worth, and career highlights: All you need to know about the Indian athlete

Happy Birthday Neeraj Chopra: Records, achievements, net worth and career highlights: All you need to know about the Indian athlete

Looking at his remarkable achievements, Chopra was granted the honorary commission in the Territorial Army on April 16 by the President of India Droupadi Murmu, informed the Defence Ministry.

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra is now a Lt. Colonel in Territorial Army - WATCH

'Come in large numbers': Neeraj Chopra calls for fans to support para athletes

He fouled twice in five throws and even finished behind Sachin Yadav - another Indian at the event and a fairly unknown name in comparison to Chopra. He finished in eighth place among 12 athletes with a best of 84.03-metre throw on his second attempt.

Neeraj Chopra says he failed at World Championships as he 'couldn't train because of his back'

Defending Champion Neeraj Chopra finished a disappointing eighth in the World Championship final in Tokyo. But India has a new javelin star in Sachin Yadav, who just missed out on a medal with a fourth-placed finish.


Neeraj's podium streak ends, Sachin Yadav finishes fourth in World Championship final 

India's Neeraj Chopra on Thursday (September 18) had a tough day in the men's javelin final at the World Athletics Championships, finishing eighth with a throw of 84.03m.

Who is Sachin Yadav? Indian javelin thrower who stood fourth in World Athletics Championships

World Athletics Championships: Neeraj Chopra Misses Podium For First Time In 27 Events

The two former Olympic champions produced shallow performances in the world final in Tokyo, getting eliminated early, while India's Sachin Yadav was the best among the three.

Neeraj Chopra finishes above Pakistan's Nadeem but misses out on medal; Sachin Yadav was India's best thrower

Neeraj Chopra qualified for the final of the javelin throw as he moved a step closer to his title defense. Neeraj, a two-time Olympic medallist, will defend his crown at the World Athletics Championships at the same venue in Tokyo, Japan, where he won a gold medal in 2021.

World Athletics Championships: When and where to watch Neeraj Chopra take field? Here's all you need to know about final

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'Multiple injuries, rebuilding body': Neeraj Chopra shares journey behind Commonwealth silver

'Remarkable consistency': PM Modi congratulates Neeraj Chopra on CWG 2026 silver

CWG Day 9: Asmita, Harsh win gold, Neeraj claims silver, Tejaswini makes history

Commonwealth Games 2026: Neeraj Chopra reaches final, Tharanga, Nadeem also through

Three Indians qualify for CWG Javelin Final | Wion Sports

Neeraj Chopra leads India's medal hunt as CWG 2026 athletics starts. Deets here

Neeraj Chopra on 90m mark: 'Target is to push throw even further' ahead of CWG

Bombay HC cancels Shiv Sena leader's bail | Abhishek Banerjee office demolished | Commonwealth Games

Neeraj Chopra, Parul Chaudhary honoured with Athlete of the Year 2025 award

Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Commonwealth Games; finishes fourth at Doha

Neeraj Chopra back in action; to compete at Doha Diamond League 2026

Neeraj Chopra pulls out of Doha Diamond League due to back injury

Why India still isn't winning more Olympic medals despite heavy investment

Neeraj Chopra, Sumit Antil allege harassment by javelin coach Naval Singh; demand strict action from SAI: Report

WION Exclusive: Inside the mind of the coach who helped build Neeraj Chopra

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WATCH | Neeraj Chopra is now a Lt. Colonel in Territorial Army

'Come in large numbers': Neeraj Chopra calls for fans to support para athletes

Chopra says he failed at World Championships 'because of his back'

Neeraj's podium streak ends, Sachin Yadav finishes fourth in World Championship final

Who is Sachin Yadav? Indian javelin thrower who stood fourth in Tokyo worlds

World Athletics Championships: Neeraj Chopra Misses Podium For First Time In 27 Events

Javelin: Neeraj finishes above Nadeem but stays in 8th position in world final

World Athletics Championships: When and where to watch Neeraj Chopra final?