Asian Games 2018

The 18th Asian Games will be held from 18 August to 2 September in the Indonesian cities of Jakarta and Palembang. Get the latest updates about the multi-sport games here.

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The 18th Asian Games are scheduled to be held from 18 August to 2 September in Jakarta and Palembang, in Indonesia.

India will send a contingent of 524 athletes, comprising 277 men and 247 women.

Eight new sports disciplines have been added to this edition of the Games.

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The 18th Asian Games are scheduled to be held from 18 August to 2 September in Jakarta and Palembang, in Indonesia.

India will send a contingent of 524 athletes, comprising 277 men and 247 women.

Eight new sports disciplines have been added to this edition of the Games.

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