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'If the Pak team can come to India, why can't we travel to Pakistan?'

'If the Pak team can come to India, why can't we travel to Pakistan?'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

HI Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh suggested that if the Pakistan hockey team can come to India, then the Men in Blue should also tour their neighbouring country.

Hockey World Cup: 12 Japanese players on the pitch vs Korea

Hockey World Cup: 12 Japanese players on the pitch vs Korea

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

12 Japanese players were seen on the field towards the end of their World Cup match against South Korea in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, prompting the International Hockey Federation (FIH) to investigate the matter.

IOA asks FIH to keep Champions Trophy in India

IOA asks FIH to keep Champions Trophy in India

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

The Indian Olympic Association on Wednesday warned the International Hockey Federation (FIH) against changing the venue of this year's Champions Trophy from the Indian capital to any other country.

Hockey 5s Asia Cup: India beat Pakistan in final

Hockey 5s Asia Cup: India beat Pakistan in final

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

India downed Pakistan in the final of the Men's Hockey5s Asia Cup.

FIH mulling to introduce club World Cup in India: Negre

FIH mulling to introduce club World Cup in India: Negre

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

After football and cricket, hockey is the latest sport which is set to introduce a world championship of clubs with the International Hockey Federation (FIH) mulling a Club World Cup to be held in India from next year.

FIH observer to attend HI meeting

FIH observer to attend HI meeting

Rediff.com10 Jan 2010

The FIH vice president Antonio von Ondarza will be present in an observer's capacity as Hockey India goes into a huddle on Monday to sort out its affiliation mess and take stock of the government guidelines before finalising its election date.

FIH won't extend date for Hockey India election

FIH won't extend date for Hockey India election

Rediff.com25 May 2010

The FIH too a dig at Hockey India for expressing its inability to conduct the much-awaited elections before May 31 and said FIH cannot grant any further extension as requested by the Indian body.

FIH irked by German decision

FIH irked by German decision

Rediff.com12 Aug 2003

The German Hockey Association has decided to send their development team for the Champions Trophy

Jothikumaran in FIH Development Council

Jothikumaran in FIH Development Council

Rediff.com20 Apr 2005

The Council looks into the game at grassroot level and is responsible for its subsequent global development.

FIH nod for WSH only if Hockey India, IHF unite

FIH nod for WSH only if Hockey India, IHF unite

Rediff.com27 Feb 2012

Just two days are left for its start but the World Series Hockey continues to remain in a limbo as the FIH on Monday said it cannot give sanction to the lucrative league until the two warring factions -- Hockey India and Indian Hockey Federation -- reach an agreement.

Coach Schopman's exit rocks Indian women's hockey

Coach Schopman's exit rocks Indian women's hockey

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Janneke Schopman resigned on Friday, days after creating a furore by claiming that she was not valued

Will take up Champions Trophy finger gesture with FIH: PHF

Will take up Champions Trophy finger gesture with FIH: PHF

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

The Pakistan Hockey Federation has said it will take up the issue of behaviour of tournament director at the recent Champions Trophy in India with the International Hockey Federation.

Coach Fulton hails team spirit of 'underdog India'

Coach Fulton hails team spirit of 'underdog India'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

A bronze medal finish is not what hockey coach Craig Fulton had wanted, but the South African will relish the achievement simply for the fact that "underdog India" lifted themselves up from disappointments when no one gave them a chance.

Harmanpreet & Co can finish on podium, says former coach Harendra

Harmanpreet & Co can finish on podium, says former coach Harendra

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Harendra said a medal will be fitting farewell gift for long-serving goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who will quit the sport after the Paris Games.

FIH 'not satisfied' with Indian hockey

FIH 'not satisfied' with Indian hockey

Rediff.com20 Nov 2007

International Hockey Federation is unhappy with the progress made by India to promote the game in the country.

India hockey player Varun accused of rape; booked under POCSO

India hockey player Varun accused of rape; booked under POCSO

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

A woman accused the India hockey player of sexually abusing her multiple times when she was a minor.

Expert explains why Shivaji Maharaj statue collapsed

Expert explains why Shivaji Maharaj statue collapsed

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Corroded nuts and bolts likely contributed to the collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue by causing a failure in steel members forming the frame inside the statue, according to a structural engineer.

Hero to sponsor FIH events in India for next four years

Hero to sponsor FIH events in India for next four years

Rediff.com9 Feb 2013

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) signed a major sponsorship deal with two-wheeler giant Hero MotoCorp for all events of the world body to be held in India in the next four years.

Olympic gold on mind, confident India work on shortcomings

Olympic gold on mind, confident India work on shortcomings

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Renowned South African mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton, who played a role in India winning the 2011 Cricket World Cup, will be a part of the support staff of the country's men's hockey team in Paris.

IHF-Nimbus World Series not recognised: FIH

IHF-Nimbus World Series not recognised: FIH

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

In a move which could derail the ambitious plan of the Indian Hockey Federation to organise a World Series of Hockey in the country, the FIH has threatened to bar players and national associations from participating in the Olympic Games if they associate with the league.

FIH acting like big brother, says IHF

FIH acting like big brother, says IHF

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

Unperturbed by the FIH diktat asking member countries to either stay away from the World Series Hockey or risk Olympics exclusion, the organisers of the league on Thursday said they will "go ahead" as planned and seek legal recourse against the game's governing body if necessary.

Hockey WC: Champs Belgium hold Germany with late goal

Hockey WC: Champs Belgium hold Germany with late goal

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Defending champions Belgium found the equaliser with six minutes left in the match to play out a thrilling 2-2 draw against Germany and keep themselves in the hunt for a direct quarter-final berth in the FIH Men's World Cup, in Bhubaneswar, on Tuesday.

Why Elena Norman resigned as Hockey India CEO

Why Elena Norman resigned as Hockey India CEO

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Hockey India's long-serving CEO, Elena Norman resigned from her post on Tuesday, February 27. Norman steps down after holding the position for nearly 13 years.

Sahara to be FIH global partner

Sahara to be FIH global partner

Rediff.com16 Mar 2004

The company will get title rights and branding opportunities at major FIH tournaments including the men's and women's World Cup in 2006.

FIH invites India for Champions Trophy

FIH invites India for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com12 Oct 2004

India was asked to play the Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Pakistan following Australia's withdrawal from the event on security grounds.

Battle for hockey gold: India take on World Champs Germany

Battle for hockey gold: India take on World Champs Germany

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Motivated India eye German scalp to script another historic chapter in Olympic men's hockey

Indian Hockey Confederation asks RBI to stop WC payment to FIH

Indian Hockey Confederation asks RBI to stop WC payment to FIH

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

Alleging breach of contract and intended violation of the Foreign Exchange Act, the Indian Hockey Confederation (IHC) has requested the Reserve Bank of India to stop payment of US $500,000 by the 2010 World Hockey Cup organisers to the International Hockey Federation (FIH).

Indian hockey team appeals to FIH against bans

Indian hockey team appeals to FIH against bans

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

The Indian team management on Monday appealed to the International Hockey Federation (FIH) against suspensions imposed on five members of the squad for their role in the ugly showdown with Pakistan players during the tri-nation tournament match in Burnbury, Australia, last week.

From phones to drones, Google looks to firm up India bet

From phones to drones, Google looks to firm up India bet

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Following in Apple's footsteps, Alphabet - Google's parent company - is in advanced talks with Foxconn to manufacture Pixel smartphones in Tamil Nadu, an industrial state which will also double up as drone-manufacturing hub for the US tech giant soon. According to a state government release, officials from Google will soon visit Chennai to meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin to hold discussion on manufacturing of Google Pixel near Chennai.

FIH appoints two Indian officials for London Olympics

FIH appoints two Indian officials for London Olympics

Rediff.com28 Dec 2011

RV Raghu Prasad and Claudius De Sales have been appointed as an umpire and judge respectively for the 2012 London Olympics hockey event.

Women's Junior WC: India suffer narrow loss to Germany

Women's Junior WC: India suffer narrow loss to Germany

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

The final quarter witnessed an aggressive display from both sides, with Germany coming close to extending their lead.

India could lose hockey World Cup: FIH

India could lose hockey World Cup: FIH

Rediff.com9 Apr 2009

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) could take away next year's World Cup in New Delhi unless India forms a single national federation for the men's and women's game, its president Leandro Negre said. He said Malaysia is the standby venue but he was confident India would resolve the matter in time.

Sports Shorts: India lose to Belgium in FIH Pro League match

Sports Shorts: India lose to Belgium in FIH Pro League match

Rediff.com9 Feb 2020

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday.

FIH Pro League: India stun Australia via shoot-out

FIH Pro League: India stun Australia via shoot-out

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

India bounced back in style to beat title holders Australia 3-1 via a shoot-out after both the teams were locked 2-2 at the end of regulation time.

T20 WC lesson for hockey star Sreejesh: Never give up!

T20 WC lesson for hockey star Sreejesh: Never give up!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Never give up, fight till last moment: Sreejesh's learning from Rohit's men

India 7th at FIH Women's Champions Challenge

India 7th at FIH Women's Champions Challenge

Rediff.com26 Jun 2011

India came from behind to beat Azerbaijan 3-1 and finish seventh in the FIH Womens Champions Challenge 1 Hockey Tournament at Dublin, Ireland on Sunday.

Hockey Wrap: Indian women enter final; Men beat hosts SA

Hockey Wrap: Indian women enter final; Men beat hosts SA

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

India registered a thrilling 6-3 win over South Africa to advance to the final of the FIH Hockey5s Women's World Cup in Muscat.

FIH World League: Rupinderpal earns India draw against Ireland

FIH World League: Rupinderpal earns India draw against Ireland

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

Rupinderpal Singh scored twice as India survived a scare before eking out a 4-4 draw against lower-ranked Ireland in a hard-fought Pool B match in the men's competition of the FIH World League Round 3, in Rotterdam, on Thursday.

FIH mulling wild card system for Champions Trophy

FIH mulling wild card system for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com2 Jun 2010

The International Hockey Federation is planning to introduce two wild card entries in the Champions Trophy from next year which will increase the number of competing teams in the prestigious event from six to eight, Pakistan Hockey Federation secretary Asif Bajwa said on Tuesday.

From victim of TV sting to Olympic medallist: Lalit's journey to stardom

From victim of TV sting to Olympic medallist: Lalit's journey to stardom

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

India men's hockey team striker Lalit Upadhyay has worked hard to rebuild his career and considers all the setbacks as blessings in disguise.