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Indian Women's Hockey Team Set for FIH Nations Cup in New Zealand

Indian Women's Hockey Team Set for FIH Nations Cup in New Zealand

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team will participate in the FIH Hockey Nations Cup in Auckland, New Zealand, from June 15 to 21, following their relegation from the Hockey Pro League.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Prepares for World Cup with National Camp

Indian Women's Hockey Team Prepares for World Cup with National Camp

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The Indian senior women's national hockey team is set to begin a training camp in Bengaluru to prepare for the upcoming World Cup and other major tournaments.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Secures World Cup Berth Despite Loss to England in Qualifiers

Indian Women's Hockey Team Secures World Cup Berth Despite Loss to England in Qualifiers

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team qualified for the FIH Hockey World Cup despite losing to England in the qualifiers final.

Savita Punia Back in India Women's Hockey Squad for Argentina Series

Savita Punia Back in India Women's Hockey Squad for Argentina Series

Rediff.com4 days ago

Star goalkeeper Savita Punia returns to the Indian women's hockey team after a 10-month break, while Salima Tete misses the Argentina series due to illness. The tour serves as crucial preparation for upcoming major tournaments.

India Women's Hockey Team Gears Up for World Cup with Argentina Tour

India Women's Hockey Team Gears Up for World Cup with Argentina Tour

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Indian senior women's hockey team will tour Argentina for a four-match series in Buenos Aires, offering crucial preparation for the FIH Hockey World Cup and Asian Games later this year.

Tim White Takes Helm as India Junior Women's Hockey Coach

Tim White Takes Helm as India Junior Women's Hockey Coach

Rediff.com6 days ago

Hockey India appoints experienced Australian coach Tim White to lead the junior women's hockey team, replacing Tushar Khandekar, with a focus on developing technically sound players for the senior team.

How India Women's Hockey Team Is Preparing For World Cup, Asian Games

How India Women's Hockey Team Is Preparing For World Cup, Asian Games

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

India's women's hockey team is preparing for the World Cup and Asian Games with a mix of overseas tours, competitive exposure, and national camps, according to chief coach Sjoerd Marijne.

Shock exit! Harendra quits India women's hockey team

Shock exit! Harendra quits India women's hockey team

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Indian women's hockey team chief coach Harendra Singh has resigned from the post with immediate effect citing 'personal reasons'.

India to battle Italy in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semi-final

India to battle Italy in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semi-final

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

India, having already secured a World Cup berth, will compete against Italy in the semi-final of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, aiming to win the tournament.

Shock exit! Harendra quits India women's hockey team

Shock exit! Harendra quits India women's hockey team

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Indian women's hockey team chief coach Harendra Singh has resigned from the post with immediate effect citing 'personal reasons'.

Sjoerd Marijne returns as India women's hockey coach

Sjoerd Marijne returns as India women's hockey coach

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The 51-year-old, who was associated with the Indian women's team from 2017 to 2021, will be supported by Matias Vila as analytical coach.

India Look to Secure Semifinal Berth in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

India Look to Secure Semifinal Berth in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

India needs at least a draw against Wales to qualify for the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semifinal, with their fate also depending on the Scotland vs. Uruguay match.

Indian women's hockey team enter Asia Cup final

Indian women's hockey team enter Asia Cup final

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

The Indian women's hockey team qualified for the Asia Cup final despite playing out a 1-1 draw against Japan after hosts China beat Korea 1-0 in the last match.

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

'Past Glory Won't Count': Coach Marijne's Tough Message For India Women's Hockey Team

'Past Glory Won't Count': Coach Marijne's Tough Message For India Women's Hockey Team

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Sjoerd Marijne said past achievements won't guarantee selection in the Indian women's hockey team, highlighting the importance of fighting for a spot and focusing on upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

Padma Chorol and the rise of Indian women's ice hockey

Padma Chorol and the rise of Indian women's ice hockey

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

From speed skating to historic Asian ice hockey bronze, Padma trailblazer journey

'Fans will witness new side of Indian women's hockey'

'Fans will witness new side of Indian women's hockey'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

The Indian women's hockey team has been struggling this year but chief coach Harendra Singh on Monday promised that his wards will play as a "new side" and will not disappoint the fans during the Asian Champions Trophy, beginning on November 11.

India's Hockey World Cup Schedule Announced

India's Hockey World Cup Schedule Announced

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Indian men's and women's hockey teams' schedules for the FIH World Cup in Amstelveen, Netherlands and Belgium have been announced, with the men's team opening against Wales and the women's team against China.

HIL: A new era for Indian women's hockey

HIL: A new era for Indian women's hockey

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Indian women's team captain Salima Tete can't wait for the upcoming Hockey India League as she feels that the event will help shape the careers of young players and build a strong bench strength for the national team.

Growth of Indian Women's Hockey Team in 2023

Growth of Indian Women's Hockey Team in 2023

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

India then went on to clinch the Jharkhand Women's Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023 with a dominant 4-0 win over Japan in the Final and achieved their best-ever FIH World Rankings (No. 6 with 2368.83 points) in November.

Jr Women's Hockey WC: India go down to Germany

Jr Women's Hockey WC: India go down to Germany

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

India lose 1-3 to Germany at Junior Women's World Cup

Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: India women crush Wales, seal semifinal spot

Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: India women crush Wales, seal semifinal spot

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Navneet Kaur's hat-trick led India to a 4-1 victory over Wales in a Pool B clash at the women's hockey World Cup Qualifiers, securing their position as table-toppers and a semifinal berth.

India Drawn With Pakistan, England In Hockey World Cup Group

India Drawn With Pakistan, England In Hockey World Cup Group

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Indian men's and women's hockey teams discover their opponents for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup, co-hosted by the Netherlands and Belgium.

India women crush Uruguay in FIH WC Qualifiers opener

India women crush Uruguay in FIH WC Qualifiers opener

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team began their FIH World Cup Qualifiers 2026 campaign with a convincing 4-0 victory over Uruguay, showcasing a dominant performance in Hyderabad.

Indian women's hockey team triumphs

Indian women's hockey team triumphs

Rediff.com31 Aug 2005

The team won a four-nation tournament in Singapore, outclassing South Korea in the final.

India Advances to Hockey World Cup Despite Final Loss to England

India Advances to Hockey World Cup Despite Final Loss to England

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

India lost to England in the final of the FIH Women's Hockey World Qualifier but still secured a spot in the World Cup, co-hosted by the Netherlands and Belgium.

Savita Punia opts out of hockey World Cup qualifiers; Salima Tete to lead India

Savita Punia opts out of hockey World Cup qualifiers; Salima Tete to lead India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia has withdrawn from the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers due to personal reasons, with Salima Tete named as the captain of the 20-member Indian squad.

FIH Pro League: Indian women's hockey team lose 0-3 to Argentina

FIH Pro League: Indian women's hockey team lose 0-3 to Argentina

Rediff.com26 May 2024

The Indian women's hockey team continued its winless streak in the Belgium leg of the FIH Pro League, slumping to 0-3 defeat against Argentina in Antwerp on Sunday.

Indian women's hockey team lose to hosts Germany

Indian women's hockey team lose to hosts Germany

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

The Indian Women's Hockey Team lost 1-4 to Germany in the first of the two matches against the hosts played here at Wiesbaden on Tuesday.

Bihar announces cash bonus for women's hockey champs

Bihar announces cash bonus for women's hockey champs

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

The Bihar government has decided to award Rs 10 lakh to each and every playing member of the Indian women's hockey team that won the Asian Champions Trophy here on Wednesday, beating reigning Olympic medallist China 1-0 in the final.

Hardik Singh, Salima Tete Nominated for Hockey India Player of the Year

Hardik Singh, Salima Tete Nominated for Hockey India Player of the Year

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Star Indian hockey players Hardik Singh and Salima Tete are among the nominees for the Hockey India Player of the Year awards, with the ceremony set to recognise outstanding achievements and contributions to Indian hockey.

India and Scotland Tie in Thrilling FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifier Match

India and Scotland Tie in Thrilling FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifier Match

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team played to a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, maintaining their lead in Pool B.

Coronavirus: Indian women's hockey tour of China cancelled

Coronavirus: Indian women's hockey tour of China cancelled

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

The outbreak of the deadly Coronavirus has forced the Indian women's hockey team to cancel its tour of China, leaving the federation with the difficult task of finding an opponent to compete with as part of its preparation for the Olympics. The Indian women's team was scheduled to travel to China from March 14 to 25. However, due to the fast-spreading disease, that has killed over 636 people so far and infected more than 30,000 people, it has been cancelled.

Drums, loud cheers welcome Indian women's hockey team

Drums, loud cheers welcome Indian women's hockey team

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

A large contingent of officials and media were present at the airport to receive the team, which finished fifth in the just-concluded Hockey World League Semi-finals in Antwerp.

India's golden era in women's hockey is just beginning

India's golden era in women's hockey is just beginning

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Rani Rampal believes the Asian Champions Trophy title was an important feat for the Indian women's hockey team as it kick started its preparation for the Los Angeles Olympics

India Jr women's hockey team lose to Argentina

India Jr women's hockey team lose to Argentina

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The Indian junior women's hockey team ended its campaign at the Four Nations tournament with a 2-4 defeat to hosts Argentina.

India women hockey team continue losing run in Australia

India women hockey team continue losing run in Australia

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The Indian women's hockey team fought hard before going down 0-2 against Australia in the third game of its Down Under tour.

PM Modi congratulates victorious Junior Women's hockey champs

PM Modi congratulates victorious Junior Women's hockey champs

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team for winning the Asia Cup title and said this success shows the increasing passion towards hockey, especially among the youth.

Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur bag Hockey India Player of the Year Awards

Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur bag Hockey India Player of the Year Awards

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Hardik Singh and Navneet Kaur were named Hockey India Player of the Year in the men's and women's categories, respectively, at a ceremony in New Delhi. Several other players, officials, and member units were also recognised for their contributions to Indian hockey.

COVID-19: Indian women's hockey team raises Rs 20 lakh

COVID-19: Indian women's hockey team raises Rs 20 lakh

Rediff.com4 May 2020

The funds will be used to provide basic necessities for patients at various locations, migrant workers and slum dwellers.