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PM Modi's letter a lifelong inspiration for me: Vandana Katariya
New Delhi, April 17: Indian women’s hockey stalwart Vandana Katariya expressed her gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after receiving a personal letter of appreciation on the occasion of her retirement from international hockey.
'It will always remains the most memorable match of my life: Harmanpreet Singh on India's backs-to-the-wall win against Great Britain at Paris 2024
New Delhi April 5: Harmanpreet Singh, Indian field hockey player and the captain of the Indian national hockey team, has reflected on the difficulty of playing 43 minutes with one less player against a strong Great Britain team.
Hardik Singh credits hard work and team unity for receiving HI Midfielder of the Year award
New Delhi, March 25: Indian men's hockey team vice-captain Hardik Singh has expressed his gratitude and excitement after he was honoured with the prestigious Hockey India Ajit Pal Singh Award for Midfielder of the Year 2024 at the recently held Hockey India 7th Annual Awards.
Hockey India's 7th Annual Awards: Indian players reflect on achievements, future goals
New Delhi, March 16: At the Hockey India 7th Annual Awards 2024, the spotlight was on the Indian men's hockey team as key players reflected on their journey, challenges, and future ambitions. From their dominance in Asia to their aspirations for the World Cup, the players shared their insights on the team's progress.
Kiren Rijiju reflects on India's glorious Hockey legacy at Hockey India's 7th Annual Awards 2024
New Delhi, March 15: At Hockey India's 7th Annual Awards 2024, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju reflected on India's rich legacy in hockey, highlighting the country's dominance in the sport's early years.
Sreejesh, Savita, Harmanpreet nominated for Hockey India Annual Awards
New Delhi, March 10: Hockey India Annual Awards will be held on March 15, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Indian men's team’s historic World Cup victory on the same date in 1975, which is their first and only title to date, the national governing body of the sport said on Monday.
From 'double jalebi' magic to national colours: Angad Bir Singh reflects on his dream debut for India
New Delhi, March 6: Angad Bir Singh became an overnight sensation after scoring a stunning 'double jalebi' goal during a shootout for the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers against one of the world's best goalkeepers, David Harte, who was representing Tamil Nadu Dragons in the recently concluded Hockey India League.
Goalkeeper Savita joins elite club with 300th international cap; Hockey India extends congratulations
Bhubaneswar, February 24: Hockey India congratulated Indian women's hockey team goalkeeper Savita Punia on completing 300 international caps on Monday.
Indian men's hockey team ready for litmus test at FIH Pro League 2024-25
Bhubaneswar, Feb 14: The Indian men’s hockey team, currently ranked fifth in the world, is all set to kickstart their highly anticipated FIH Pro League 2024-25 campaign at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium here on Saturday.
FIH Pro League: Young Aussies stun Olympic champions, Hockeyroos edge China in shootout
Lausanne, Feb 6: Australia's inexperienced young team rallied from a defeat at the hands of Spain a day earlier to claim an unexpected 4-2 victory over Olympic champions the Netherlands in a FIH Hockey Pro League clash in Sydney on Thursday.
Hockey India congratulates PR Sreejesh on being conferred with Padma Bhushan
New Delhi, January 26: Hockey India (HI) on Sunday extended its heartfelt congratulations to former Indian Men's Hockey Team goalkeeper PR Sreejesh on being conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan, which is the third-highest civilian award in India.
Women's Hockey India League will make same impact like IPL, says Rani Rampal
New Delhi, January 11: Former India women's hockey team captain Rani Rampal is hopeful the Women's Hockey India League (HIL) will set the platform for young girls to win national team berths for the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane and beyond.
Happy to have Nikki in our team because....: Soorma Hockey Club's Savita Punia on Indian defender
Chandigarh, January 10: Ahead of her team's campaign opener in the women's Hockey India League (HIL), the Indian hockey goalkeeper and Soorma Hockey Club player Savita Punia opened up on her team's equation with the mentor and former Indian captain Rani Rampal and expressed happiness about having experienced defender Nikki Pradhan in the team.