Bhubaneswar: After touring various states in the country, the Hockey World Cup received a grand welcome on its arrival in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. Early in the morning, the trophy reached the Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA), where Sports Minister Tusharkanti Behera, Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey, Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) Mayor Sulochana Das and other…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is all set to rise as the sports hub in coming years with all the necessary modern amenities, said Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mahapatra at a book launching ceremony held in the city. Joining as chief guest, he unveiled a book titled as ‘Seizing The Opportunity: The Artist’s Gallery For Penalty Corner &…
Cuttack: With 35 days left for the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023, the silver city is gearing up for the opening ceremony to be organised by Hockey India at the Barabati Stadium. The opening ceremony will be organised ahead of the Hockey World Cup, scheduled to be held in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela of…
New Delhi: Hockey India on Wednesday named the 20-member Indian women’s hockey team for the forthcoming FIH Women’s Nations Cup being to be held in Spain’s Valencia from December 11 to 17. A 20 member has been announced which will be lead by goalkeeper Savita Punia, while Odisha’s Deep Grace Ekka has been named as…
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to the Indian hockey teams, Hockey India announced on Sunday announced a new policy under which both the men’s and women’s team members and support staff will be given cash incentives annually. Hockey India have decided to give away cash award of Rs 50,000 each for players and Rs 25,000…
