– by Pratyusha Mukherjee, Kakamigahara, Japan India ended a 44-year wait for an Asian Games women’s hockey gold medal on Friday, defeating defending champions and world No. 4 China 1-0 in a tense final in Japan to reclaim the continental title for the first time since 1982. The victory also secured India’s qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The defining moments of the final came from Lalremsiami, who marked her 200th international appearance with the match-winning goal, and veteran goalkeeper Savita, whose crucial penalty-stroke save helped India protect their slender lead. China began with greater possession and looked…
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Marking Gandhi Jayanti and reinforcing the message of cleanliness and civic responsibility, 125 students and teachers from Army Public School, Tezpur, and Kendriya Vidy7alaya, Tezpur, participated in a cleanliness drive at Dekargaon Railway Station on Friday. The participants cleaned the station premises and adjoining areas, collecting approximately 200 kg of garbage during the drive. The initiative highlighted the importance of maintaining cleanliness in public spaces and underscored the role of citizens in keeping their surroundings clean. Beyond the physical act of cleaning, the drive provided students with an opportunity for experiential learning and community engagement. Through their participation, the young…
– by Pratyusha Mukherjee, Aichi-Nagoya, Japan India continued its impressive run at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with a spectacular haul of six gold medals on Day 13. Indian athletes produced outstanding performances across hockey, wrestling, boxingĥ and archery, adding further momentum to the country’s campaign. The Indian women’s hockey team led the charge, defeating defending champions China 1-0 in a tightly contested final to claim the gold medal. Lalremsiami Hmarzote scored the decisive goal, while goalkeeper Savita Punia made a crucial save from a penalty stroke to preserve India’s slender lead. The triumph ended India’s 44-year wait for…
– by Pratyusha Mukherjee, Aichi-Nagoya, Japan Naib Subedar Neeru Dhanda has been chosen as India’s women’s flag-bearer for the closing ceremony of the Asian Games 2026, adding a prestigious honour to her campaign at the continental sporting extravaganza. A member of the Indian Army, Dhanda has built her sporting career alongside her service in the armed forces. Her selection as flag-bearer brings together two important aspects of her journey — representing India in sport and serving the country in uniform. Dhanda’s association with the Indian Army has been an integral part of her sporting journey. As a Naib Subedar, she…
India and the Republic of Korea held the 10th Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) on Defence Industries and Logistics Cooperation in New Delhi on September 29, 2026, with both sides reviewing ongoing bilateral cooperation and discussing ways to further strengthen defence ties. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation between the defence industries of the two countries, along with greater collaboration in defence production and logistics. The meeting was co-chaired by Dinesh Mahur, Additional Secretary (Defence Production), Ministry of Defence, and Kim Il Dong, Vice Minister of the Republic of Korea’s Defence Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA). South Korean Ambassador to India Seong…
Each year on October 1, China marks the day in 1949 when Mao Zedong proclaimed the People’s Republic. Beijing fills with flags and floral displays, state media broadcast messages about progress and unity, and in landmark years, military parades showcase the country’s strength. For the government, the day is a statement of sovereignty and national renewal. Away from the ceremonies, however, the anniversary also draws attention to long-running disputes over identity, cultural autonomy, and political rights, particularly in Tibet, Xinjiang, and Hong Kong. Beijing describes its policies in these regions as necessary for stability, development, and national security. Its critics,…
– by Pratyusha Mukherjee Delhi recorded just one day of ‘Good’ air quality during the 92-day monsoon season despite receiving nearly 577 mm of rainfall, according to a new analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE). The assessment found that the relief provided by rainfall was short-lived. PM2.5 levels rose by 10.7 per cent within 24 hours after rainfall stopped and surged 37.9 per cent within 48 hours, pointing to a rapid return of pollution once the atmosphere dried. CSE said the findings highlight the limits of relying on seasonal rainfall or temporary winter restrictions to manage Delhi-NCR’s…
– by Pratyusha Mukherjee, Kakamigahara,Japa India booked their place in the men’s hockey final at the Asian Games 2026 after producing a dramatic 4-3 victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in a pulsating semi-final. India appeared to be cruising after taking a commanding 3-0 lead, but Pakistan staged a stunning comeback to level the contest at 3-3. With just 49.2 seconds remaining, Abhishek struck the decisive goal to send India into the final and keep their title defence alive. Harmanpreet Singh was the star of India’s early dominance, scoring twice from penalty corners, while Sukhjeet Singh added the third goal. Pakistan responded…
With the countdown to India’s much-anticipated clash against Brazil underway, the Indian team is making the most of every training session as they prepare for a demanding international test. For forward Rahim Ali, the focus is on building on the positives from India’s recent performance against Panama while maintaining the same intensity, discipline and commitment. India held 44th-ranked Panama to a 1-1 draw in Bengaluru in their previous outing, producing a determined display against a higher-ranked opponent. Rahim believes the performance has provided the team with confidence while also highlighting the importance of consistency. “Our performance against Panama was very…
– by Pratyusha Mukherjee, Aichi-Nagoya, Japan India clinched gold in the mixed team trap event at the Asian Games as Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai produced a stunning fightback to defeat top-seeded Qatar in the gold-medal contest. The Indian pair entered the medal rounds as the lowest-ranked of the four finalists, having finished fourth in qualification with a score of 136. China, Qatar and Iran had all finished ahead of them. After a relatively modest qualification round, Neeru and Kynan raised their game when it mattered most. Iran were eliminated first to finish fourth, followed by China, who secured bronze.…