India Opens Commonwealth Games With Key Victories

India enjoyed a strong start to the Glasgow Commonwealth Games as Putul Sonowal won a thrilling men's singles tie-break against Malta, while Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh edged past Canada in the women's pairs. Meanwhile, boxer Lovlina Borgohain secured at least a bronze medal after receiving a bye into the 75kg semi-finals, boosting India's medal hopes.