India eighth on CWG 2026 medal table after six-medal Day 5 in Glasgow

India collected six medals on Day 5 of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, moving to eighth in the overall standings with 10 medals (2 gold, 5 silver, 3 bronze). Sharmila Dhankar's historic para-athletics gold was the day's highlight, with the remainder of the haul consisting of three silvers and two bronzes.

Day 5 in Glasgow saw competitors across multiple disciplines contesting for podium positions, and India's results that day pushed its cumulative tally to 10 medals. That total reads 2 gold, 5 silver and 3 bronze. Sharmila Dhankar's historic para-athletics gold led the charge for the Indian contingent. Australia remained atop the table with 59 medals, ahead of England (32) and Canada (21).

The six medals India secured on Day 5 included Sharmila Dhankar's para-athletics gold, which stood out among the achievements. The remainder of the day's returns were three silver medals and two bronze medals, all contributing to the overall count. Taken together with earlier performances, India now has two golds as part of its 10-medal haul.

India's position at eighth on the medal chart reflects the cumulative standings through five days of competition in Glasgow. Australia continues to lead the field with 59 medals, followed by England on 32 and Canada on 21. Those figures represent the top three nations on the table after Day 5.

Coverage of the day's action emphasized Sharmila Dhankar's historic para-athletics triumph as a signature moment for India. The three silver and two bronze medals collected on Day 5 rounded out the day's contribution to the country's medal total. These additions helped move India to eighth place in the standings.

Following Day 5, India's overall total stands at 10 medals (2 gold, 5 silver, 3 bronze) and eighth on the medal chart, while Australia remains first with 59, England second with 32 and Canada third with 21. The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow continue with further sessions and events.