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Asian Games Hockey: Indian women crush Singapore 13-0!

Asian Games Hockey: Indian women crush Singapore 13-0!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Sangita hits hat-trick as India blank Singapore 13-0 in Asian Games women's hockey

Chak De India! Says Dravid

Chak De India! Says Dravid

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

Rahul Dravid was spotted cheering India at the hockey match with Argentina.

Hockey India League returns with a bang in new avatar

Hockey India League returns with a bang in new avatar

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

The new HI body under Olympian Dilip Tirkey plans to rejuvenate the hockey scenario in the country by providing exposure to budding players through the HIL.

'Thank You PM Sir For Your Faith In Me'

'Thank You PM Sir For Your Faith In Me'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Following his retirement, Hockey India appointed Sreejesh as the head coach of the junior men's team and he vowed to make India a 'powerhouse in hockey'.

Dilip Tirkey feels, love for hockey will drive votes towards BJD

Dilip Tirkey feels, love for hockey will drive votes towards BJD

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

'The Odisha government has changed the image of the state by making it a sporting hub of the country with high performance centres, state-of-the-art training facilities and hosting big tournaments. The sports loving people of Sundergarh and Odisha will not forget this while voting.'

India's gold medal dream in women's hockey ends in agony

India's gold medal dream in women's hockey ends in agony

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

The Chinese managed to enter their opponent's circle on frequent basis but failed to find the back of the net as the Indians defended stoutly.

Indian hockey coach's sideline strategy revealed

Indian hockey coach's sideline strategy revealed

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

Craig Fulton that he is not someone who likes giving instructions to players from the sidelines,

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Mandaviya addresses state of Indian football

India eye podium finish in 2023 Hockey World Cup

India eye podium finish in 2023 Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

'I believe they (India) can definitely finish on the podium in Odisha this time'

Extreme training: Horn's recipe for Indian hockey win

Extreme training: Horn's recipe for Indian hockey win

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

As India prepare for their quarter-final match, it seems that Horn's boot-camp has had its desired effect.

'I Was Not Sleeping Properly'

'I Was Not Sleeping Properly'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'I spoke to Paddy, and I made some changes.' 'After that, I slept well in the last two days -- at least eight hours each day.' 'So, I was fresh in the games. Sleep is very important.'

India outclass Pakistan to lift junior Asia Cup

India outclass Pakistan to lift junior Asia Cup

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Araijeet Singh Hundal slammed four goals as defending champions India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in the summit clash to win a hat-trick of titles in the men's junior Asia Cup in Muscat on Wednesday.

ACT champs India among Top 3 in FIH rankings

ACT champs India among Top 3 in FIH rankings

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

On Saturday, the Harmanpreet Singh-led side defeated Malaysia 4-3 to lift the ACT title. They made an incredible comeback from 1-3 down.

India, Pakistan to face off in Asian Games showstopper

India, Pakistan to face off in Asian Games showstopper

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Indian men's team clubbed with Pakistan in Asian Games hockey

'It's a dream come true moment for me'

'It's a dream come true moment for me'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet, under whose leadership India won a second successive bronze medal at the Olympics, said the honour is a recognition of his "fascinating" journey in which he still has plenty more to achieve.

Indian hockey team's biggest asset is...

Indian hockey team's biggest asset is...

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

Pillay said fitness is the key asset of the Manpreet Singh-led side going into the Games

Can Indian women finish on podium in hockey World Cup?

Can Indian women finish on podium in hockey World Cup?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Savita said the Tokyo Games had instilled a belief that they can match the best in the business on the biggest stage.

Sreejesh reveals how love and hockey shaped his life

Sreejesh reveals how love and hockey shaped his life

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Sreejesh and Aneeshya have two children -- son Sreeansh and daughter Anusree.

Indian hockey targets Asian Games Gold, Paris Olympics

Indian hockey targets Asian Games Gold, Paris Olympics

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

India will battle it out against the likes of South Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Japan and China in the Asian Champions Trophy.

'Cinema's Greatest Challenge Is Reels'

'Cinema's Greatest Challenge Is Reels'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'I don't know how long cinema will survive.'

COVID-positive hockey player Mandeep shifted to hospital

COVID-positive hockey player Mandeep shifted to hospital

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Mandeep and five other national players -- captain Manpreet Singh, defenders Surender Kumar, Jaskaran Singh, drag-flicker Varun Kumar and goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak -- tested positive for COVID-19 last week after reaching Bengaluru for the national camp

Rani ready to guide youngsters to Olympic glory

Rani ready to guide youngsters to Olympic glory

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

The inaugural WHIL, scheduled from January 12 to 26 in Ranchi, will feature four teams: Delhi SG Pipers, Odisha Warriors, Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers, and Soorma Hockey Club.

Pro League: India suffer another loss, blow chance of direct entry to WC

Pro League: India suffer another loss, blow chance of direct entry to WC

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

India go down to Germany 1-7 in Four-Nation junior hockey

Why SKY Needed Surgery For Sports Hernia

Why SKY Needed Surgery For Sports Hernia

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Cricketer Suryakumar Yadav's surgery raises awareness about sports hernia, a painful condition that athletes tend to ignore.

'Was Away For 7 Years, But Industry Didn't Forget Me'

'Was Away For 7 Years, But Industry Didn't Forget Me'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'I chose to give priority to my personal life.' 'It's not like I didn't want to act but I guess with certain times in your life, you have to handle certain things.' 'I've had a couple of ups and downs, so I kept taking breaks.'

Hockey team on a quest for the 'new Indian way'

Hockey team on a quest for the 'new Indian way'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Hockey team in search of a new path under coach Fulton

Punjab CM Mann felicitates Paris Olympians

Punjab CM Mann felicitates Paris Olympians

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

The chief minister said the state government is working wholeheartedly for the promotion of sports.

Can India continue dream run against Great Britain?

Can India continue dream run against Great Britain?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

India would look to carry on the momentum and seal a win against Great Britain in the quarterfinals of the men's hockey competition of the Paris Olympics in Paris on Sunday.

Indian defender breaks auction record in HIL

Indian defender breaks auction record in HIL

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Udita attracts highest bid in first half of HIL women's auction

Hockey Test: India STUN World No 1 Australia

Hockey Test: India STUN World No 1 Australia

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

The famous win also kept the five-match series alive with Australia leading 2-1. India had lost 4-5 and 4-7 in the first two Tests.

India to play Canada in junior women's Hockey World Cup opener

India to play Canada in junior women's Hockey World Cup opener

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

India will open their campaign against Canada in the FIH Junior Women's Hockey World Cup

Landmark 300th India Game For Sreejesh

Landmark 300th India Game For Sreejesh

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

'I am privileged to have represented India for more than two decades and earning my 300th international cap is truly a special memory for me.'

Meet Indian hockey's 'Mallu Singh'

Meet Indian hockey's 'Mallu Singh'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

P R Sreejesh turns 'Mallu Singh' and has team-mates and fans in splits.

PIX: India's largest hockey stadium

PIX: India's largest hockey stadium

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium in Sundargarh district will be packed to the rafters during the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup.

FIH names Sreejesh as co-chair of Athletes Committee

FIH names Sreejesh as co-chair of Athletes Committee

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

The FIH Athletes Committee serves as a consultative body and makes recommendations to the FIH Executive Board, FIH Committees, Advisory Panels and other bodies.

Forward Sonam hoping to grab opportunity at highest level

Forward Sonam hoping to grab opportunity at highest level

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Sonam's breakout performance in the inaugural Women's HIL season has earned her a spot among reserves in the national camp for the Bhubaneswar leg of the Women's Pro League beginning on February 15.

Indians at the Tokyo Olympic Village

Indians at the Tokyo Olympic Village

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Village residents are asked to eat alone to avoid spreading potentially contagious droplets. Each seat is screened off with plexiglass.

Asian Games hockey: Lalit returns; Savita to lead women's team

Asian Games hockey: Lalit returns; Savita to lead women's team

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Besides two goalkeepers, the Asian Games-bound team will have six defenders, five midfielders and as many forwards.

Hockey at CWG: Indian women look to bury WC ghosts

Hockey at CWG: Indian women look to bury WC ghosts

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

The Indian women are clubbed in Pool A alongside hosts England, Canada, Wales and Ghana

Russell's double powers Rudras to 1st HIL win

Russell's double powers Rudras to 1st HIL win

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

UP Rudras came from a goal down to beat Vedanta Kalinga Lancers 3-1 to register their first win in the Hockey India League in Rourkela on Monday.