India secured eighth place in the Commonwealth Games 2026 medal standings after Day 5. Weightlifting continued to be India's strongest discipline, contributing multiple medals to the tally. Mirabai Chanu achieved a historic gold, setting new Commonwealth Games records. Para-athlete Sharmila Dhankar also won gold in the women's shot put F57 event. Boxer Lovlina Borgohain is assured of at least a bronze medal.