Lakshya Sen won the Men's Singles title at the BWF World Championships 2024 held in Copenhagen, Denmark, marking a significant achievement for Indian badminton.
Neeraj Chopra won a silver medal in the javelin throw event at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with a throw of 89.45 meters, making him one of India's most successful Olympic athletes.
Vinesh Phogat became the first Indian female wrestler to reach an Olympic final at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the 50kg category, though she was unable to compete due to weight issues.
Japan won the AFC Asian Cup 2023 (held in January 2024), defeating India in the semi-finals. Japan won the final against Uzbekistan.
The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award was renamed to Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in August 2021 to honor the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.
Neeraj Chopra received the Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award in 2024 for his remarkable return to form after injuries and his continued excellence in javelin throw.
India hosted and won the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011 under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, defeating Sri Lanka in the final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Manu Bhaker won India's first gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the 10m air pistol shooting event, and later won a bronze in the mixed team event.
FINA World Championships is held for swimming, diving, water polo, and synchronized swimming; primarily known for swimming.
The Asian Para Games 2024 were held in Shanghai, China in October 2024.