Dehradun, Feb. 7 -- The eighth day of the 38th National Games 2025 showcased fierce competition as athletes from various states vied for medals across multiple sports, including shooting, archery, rowing, track cycling, and canoe slalom. Team events like football and hockey also progressed, with squads battling for essential victories. Karnataka is currently leading the medal count with 53 medals, closely followed by Services with 40, making the race for dominance increasingly competitive.

In women's hockey, Haryana and Maharashtra delivered standout performances. Haryana kicked off their campaign with a commanding 4-0 win over Karnataka, while Maharashtra also shone, defeating Uttarakhand, 3-0. In a thrilling match, Mizoram and Manipur ...