Hita Prakash

India women's hockey: Coach Sjoerd Marijne's return has brought renewed unity, confidence and consistency as the team prepares for the FIH Hockey World Cup and Asian Games after its Nations Cup triumph.

Japan Open: PV Sindhu ended her two-year title drought by beating Akane Yamaguchi to become the first Indian to win the BWF Super 750 event. The victory restores confidence ahead of the China Open and World Championships in New Delhi.

Hockey in India: Sunelita Toppo, a 19-year-old hockey talent from Odisha, excels in speed and agility, playing a pivotal role in India's Nations Cup triumph. She's now gearing up for the World Cup and Asian Games with coach Sjoerd Marijne's guidance.

Navneet Kaur’s hockey career shows how mental strength reshaped her game. From shy debutant to Asia Cup’s best player, her six-goal Nations Cup haul proves India’s forward is ready for World Cup glory.

Navneet Kaur’s hockey career shows how mental strength reshaped her game. From shy debutant to Asia Cup’s best player, her six-goal Nations Cup haul proves India’s forward is ready for World Cup glory.

The rivalry between India and Australia on a cricket field is box office. As the contest between the two sides gets bigger, expanding the ties beyond cricket to strengthen the relationship between the two countries is the immediate need, opines Julian Hill - Australia assistant minister for citizenship, customs & multicultural affairs and international education.

India hockey team's World Cup preparations under Craig Fulton focus on senior players' accountability and mindset shifts. Key lessons from FIH Pro League and discipline issues addressed ahead of crucial tournaments.

Indian jockey Suraj Narredu returns to Ascot for the Shergar Cup after his 2025 victory. The 41-year-old aims to repeat his success at the prestigious event on August 8, riding with legends like Yutaka Take. His Japan invite follows last year’s historic win.

Savita Punia, India’s senior hockey goalkeeper, opens up on the relentless pressure of seniority, her Rio Olympics low, ankle injury setback and mental toughness ahead of the World Cup. Savita’s journey reflects resilience, hard work and the weight of expectations.

U-17 hockey: St Joseph's Boys High School beat Chinmaya Vidyalaya 1-0 in the Centenary Shield U-17 final in Bengaluru, with Kevin Jonathan S scoring in the 37th minute. SJBHS defended their lead to lift the title at the KSHA Stadium.