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News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
World University Games: Indian Shuttlers Beat USA To Book Spot In Quarter-Finals
Last Updated: Indian shuttlers advanced to mixed team quarterfinals at World University Games, defeating USA 3-1. The young Indian shuttlers overcame a gritty challenge from the United States to advance to the mixed team quarterfinals, while talented tennis player Vaishnavi Adkar secured a place in the pre-quarterfinals at the World University Games in Germany's Rhine-Ruhr region on Saturday. Taekwondo exponent Anika fought hard before losing her 46kg quarterfinal bout to a South Korean opponent, while fencer Abhinansh Meitei was defeated in the pre-quarterfinal after commendable wins against Qatari and Israeli opponents on the third day of competitions. The Indian mixed team shuttlers held centre stage by defeating the USA 3-1, setting up a quarterfinal clash with Malaysia later in the day and moving one step closer to securing a medal for the country. The mixed doubles pair of Sathish Karunakaran and Vaishnavi Khadekar gave India a 1-0 lead by beating Arthur Lee and Katelin Ngo 13-15, 15-3, 15-12. Saneeth Dayanand, ranked 100th in the world, then overcame Ryan Ma 15-8, 10-15, 15-7 to give India a 2-0 lead. Upcoming women's singles player Devika Sihag put up a fight before losing to Ella Lin 11-15, 20-21, as India led 2-1. However, the men's doubles pair of Saneeth Dayanand and Sathish Karunakaran closed out the tie with a dominating 15-9, 15-9 win over Andre Chim and Samuel Wales Li. Taekwondo exponent Anika defeated Germany's Ingrid-Gabriela Busuioc and Helin Rüya Kodaman in the round of 32 and pre-quarterfinals respectively before meeting her match in South Korea's Kim Yunseo in the 46kg quarterfinal. Armaan Yadav in the 52kg category lost his round-of-32 bout to Kazakhstan's Aziret Duisenbek 0-2, while Payal also couldn't advance in the 57kg category, losing to a Portuguese opponent. Fencer Abhinash Meitei got past Qatar's Abdalla Khalifa 15-5 in men's individual foil after dominating all three periods in the round of 64. He then overcame Adam Eliaz of Israel 15-9 in the round of 32 before being outsmarted by Poland's Jan Hieromin Nowak 15-8 in the pre-quarters. Abhinash was in the contest till the second period, which he won 4-6, but Nowak was too good for him in the third period, winning 3-0. The Indian women's basketball team lost to Argentina 57-86 and will face Finland in the last Group A match on Sunday, with no chances of making it to the knockouts. The Indian women's table tennis team lost their quarterfinal match to Chinese Taipei 0-3, thus ending their run in the competition. Pritha Vartikar lost to Cheng Pusyuan 9-11, 5-11, 13-11, 4-11, while Sayali Wani was overpowered by Chien Tung-chuan 11-4, 3-11, 11-9, 6-11, 5-11 in a match of swinging fortunes. Suhana Saini was then beaten by Huang Yu-jie 6-11, 8-11, 8-11. In individual competition, Suhana defeated Azerbaijan's Nigar Mahmudova 11-3, 11-5, 11-8 in Group 4. Taneesha Kotecha overcame Mariam El Habech of Lebanon 11-4, 11-8, 11-9 in Group 2, and Pritha Vartikar defeated USA's Emily Tan 7-11, 2-11, 11-8, 11-5, 11-9 in Group 16. India finished last in the 4×100 medley, clocking 4:12.70 seconds. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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07-07-2025
- Sport
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Anika Dubey wins bronze at Asian Junior Championship; 'She is part of a silent revolution,' says coach Abhinav Sinha
Anika's performance places Maharashtra on the Asian squash leaderboard and marks one of the state's best-ever finishes at the individual junior level. With this medal, she not only affirms her status as one of India's brightest young athletes but also shines a spotlight on the grit and excellence coming out of tier-2 cities. read more Maharashtra's youngest squash sensation, Anika Dubey, clinched a bronze medal at the prestigious 32nd Asian Junior Individual Squash Championship held in South Korea, adding yet another milestone to her journey. At just 15, Anika competed in the fiercely-contested Girls Under-17 category and emerged as one of only four Indian medallists in the tournament. Her victory is especially significant for Pune, a city still emerging on India's mainstream sports map. Anika's performance places Maharashtra on the Asian squash leaderboard and marks one of the state's best-ever finishes at the individual junior level. With this medal, she not only affirms her status as one of India's brightest young athletes but also shines a spotlight on the grit and excellence coming out of tier-2 cities. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Also Read | Clarity, training and parents' sacrifice: The making of Indian squash prodigy Anika Dubey Speaking about this, Abhina Sinha, her mentor and coach, said, 'Anika's bronze is a statement from a generation that is rewriting what's possible in Indian sport. She is part of a silent revolution taking root in places like Pune, where children are showing that world-class talent can come from anywhere, not just metros. Her medal belongs as much to her as it does to every parent, coach, and child chasing big dreams in small towns.' Currently ranked India No. 2 in the Under-19 girls' division, Anika was also recently selected to represent India at the World Junior Squash Championships in Cairo this July, making her the youngest from Maharashtra to achieve this distinction. Anika trains under the mentorship of Abhinav Sinha through the Chance2Sports initiative and Kanga Kids system. Her training is supported by SportsSkill and Khar Gymkhana, where she continues to sharpen her competitive edge.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
With tariffs and market turmoil, what events should trigger a financial plan update?
Q. What sort of triggering events would lead someone to update their financial plan? I am 50 years old and with the recent volatility in the stock market and talk of new and prolonged tariffs that may impact my job status in the near future, is now a good time to have another look at the plan I made five years ago? And if so, what should I be focusing on in the new plan? —Anika FP Answers: Anika, if market volatility is bothering you then it is time for a plan review, especially if you haven't looked at it in five years. The answer depends on whether your plan is an investment plan or a financial plan. Maybe the best way to answer your question about triggering events is to write about what a financial plan is and why have one. For me, proper financial planning helps you get what you want and keep it, no matter what happens. It is that simple. The planning process will walk you through three different steps in this order: life planning, financial planning and financial advice. That is my approach and each of these steps will have their own plan review triggering points. The life planning stage is about identifying the things you are doing now and want to do in the future. These things often revolve around your home, lifestyle, family and career. After identifying these things you will put a value on your assets and liabilities and prepare a detailed cash flow statement, essentially putting a price tag on your lifestyle. A big lifestyle means big money and a small lifestyle means small money. Lifestyle drives everything and answers the question, 'Enough for what?' Financial planning follows life planning and answers the question, 'How much is enough?' During this step you will look at your current and future assets and liabilities, and income inflows and outflows. After applying different financial planning and tax strategies to make things as efficient as possible you will know if you are on track to have enough, more than enough or not enough. Financial planning lets you know what is possible. Once you know what is possible you can revisit your life plan, test out different scenarios, start setting realistic goals and prepare a game plan. With your game plan in hand, it is time for supporting financial advice. It is at the advice stage when you will start incorporating financial products such as investments, insurance and mortgages into your plan. Without going through the first two steps and understanding your circumstances, how can anyone give you advice? Anika, if that is how you constructed your financial plan, I believe you will recognize many triggering points for a plan review and what to focus on. Think about the life planning step. If you experience or plan for significant life changes around your home, lifestyle, family or career, it is time to request a review. The same is true with financial planning. If there are, or will be, significant changes to your assets, liabilities or cash flow then it is time for you to request a review. At the same time, there may be changes to taxes, account types, government benefits, and so forth, which your planner will be attuned to and they may contact you for a review. I understand why market volatility makes some people anxious and wanting a planning review. And certainly if you have concerns, get in for a review. It will make you feel better. In addition to using trigger points for a planning review, have a good review once a year. You will become more comfortable with the projections and gain a better understanding of how everything is coming together. As you gain knowledge, more possibilities will open up and you will be better able to deal with changes as they occur. I also want to suggest that in the life planning stage be conscious that life is moving on and there are no do-overs. There will come a time when you won't be able to do the things you are doing today or, the things that have meaning to you today may not have the same meaning in the future. If you can afford to do things you want to do today, what is holding you back? Your awareness of time, life and moving on should bring a sense of urgency to financial planning so there isn't five years between reviews. Use the passage of time as motivation to create a plan or have an annual review. What is the one thing you would really like to do this year? Let's plan it out so you do it. Then let's do it again next year, and the year after that. This is the way your money and decisions will help you live your life to the fullest. FP Answers: What is the best way for Linda to die broke? How does Jon invest in his RRIF so he has enough cash when he must start withdrawing? Allan Norman, CFP, CIM provides investment advisory services through Aligned Capital Partners Inc. (ACPI). ACPI is regulated by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization He also provides fee-only certified financial planning services and insurance products through Atlantis Financial Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Saru actress Anushka Merchande shares her heartfelt family tradition with her sisters on Yoga Day
On the occasion of International Yoga Day , actress Anushka Merchande, best known for her role as Anika in the television show Saru, reflected on a deeply personal and cherished tradition—Sunday morning yoga sessions with her sisters. Speaking about the ritual, Anushka shared, 'Every Sunday at sunrise, my sisters and I roll out our yoga mats — a ritual that started years ago and has become a tradition we deeply cherish. Between stretches, laughter, and quiet reflection, we reconnect — not just with ourselves, but with each other.' She fondly recalled how their yoga journey began at home, guided by online videos: 'I still remember our first session — following a YouTube video on our living room TV, confusing our lefts and rights, falling over more than we balanced.' Over time, the sisters transitioned from their living room to a nearby park, embracing nature as part of their practice. 'Barefoot on the grass under open skies, surrounded by trees and the sounds of nature, made the experience feel more peaceful,' Anushka said. 'It was also about feeling connected to ourselves, to each other, and the world around us.' On this Yoga Day, Anushka revealed their special plan: 'We'll begin with 12 rounds of Surya Namaskar, followed by a short gratitude meditation, and writing down one intention each — something we want to carry forward with love and mindfulness.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Febre entre os homens de 40 anos, estimula a vontade e energia Baixa na libido Saiba Mais Undo Anushka's portrayal of Anika in Saru has already struck a chord with audiences, and her words reflect the same sincerity and warmth she brings to her screen roles. Her story is a reminder that yoga isn't just a practice — it's a path to connection, joy, and inner peace.
Hans India
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
15-year-old squash prodigy to represent India at World Championships
In a landmark moment for Indian squash, 15-year-old Anika Dubey from Pune has earned a spot on India's Under-19 Girls' team for the upcoming World Junior Squash Championships, set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, this July. The milestone makes her the youngest-ever player from Maharashtra to qualify in this age category, adding her name to the growing list of young Indian athletes making waves internationally. Currently ranked No. 2 in India in the U-19 girls' division, Anika secured her position following a stellar performance at the national selection trials earlier this year. Her achievement has been widely celebrated, especially in Maharashtra's sporting circles, where her rise is being hailed as a breakthrough for squash talent from smaller cities. 'This isn't just Anika's win—it's a moment of hope for every aspiring sportsperson in India's under-resourced towns,' said her coach and mentor Abhinav Sinha. 'She's shown how belief, grit, and love for the game can overcome limitations of geography and infrastructure.' Anika's journey has been one of persistence and passion. With limited training facilities in Pune, she has routinely commuted to Mumbai on weekends, training at the elite Khar Gymkhana. Her unwavering commitment to the sport, even while juggling school and travel, has earned admiration across the Indian squash community. Dubbed the 'Golden Girl of Pune', Anika is already a three-time National Champion and a key athlete in the Kanga Kids Program by Chance2Sports, which mentors India's most promising youth athletes. Her inclusion in the Indian squad for the World Juniors is not just a personal triumph, but a powerful symbol of what young athletes from non-metro cities can achieve with the right guidance and determination. Anika's most recent success came at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand, where she clinched gold as part of Team Maharashtra, alongside Anjali Semwal, Sunita Patel, and Akanksha Gupta. The victory further solidified her standing as one of India's most exciting young squash players. Coach Abhinav Sinha, who has worked closely with Anika since her early days, noted: 'What sets Anika apart is her ability to meet challenges head-on without losing the joy she finds in playing. Watching her grow from a curious beginner into a player ready to compete at a global level has been incredibly fulfilling. And the best part—she's only getting started.' As she gears up for the World Junior Squash Championships in July 2025, Anika remains humble yet confident. 'I'm grateful for everyone who believed in me. This is just the beginning,' she said after the team announcement.
