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Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Pratima, who was living her dream of playing for India through students like Salima, passes away at 44
Gumla/Kolkata: Pratima Barwa, the childhood coach of Indian women's team captain Salima Tete and many of current stars like Sangita Kumari, Beauty Dungdung and Deepika Soreng, passed away on Sunday. She was just 44 years old. A resident of Tapkara Kocha village in Torpa block of Khunti district, Barwa was undergoing treatment at Paras hospital in Dhurwa, Ranchi, from Thursday where she died of brain haemorrhage at 8:27am on Sunday. Barwa started playing hockey in her childhood but had to stop playing because of an injury. However, that didn't deter her love affair with the game as she shifted to coaching early on. It was at the Residential Girls' Hockey Training Centre in Simdega that she started imparting her knowledge and trained numerous players for 15 years from 2008 to 2024. While seeing her pupils star for the country brought her immense happiness, the proudest moment of her coaching career was when Salima became the captain of the women's team last year. She had then told TOI, "I couldn't fulfil my dream of playing for India, but through my students I have achieved my dreams. What I couldn't do as a player, I have been able to do all that as a coach." Besides training, Barwa, who earned her diploma in coaching in 2007-08 at NIS Patiala, also played a major role as the Training Centre in Simdega got an Astroturf for the first time way back in 2015. It was after her side lost the Nehru Girls Hockey Tournament (U17) final in 2010 by nine goals to Govt. Girls Sr. Sec. School Shahabad, who had Rani Rampal in their team, that they raised the demand for an Astroturf surface. "We then got the go-ahead in 2013 and the field was ready two years later. During this time she used to monitor the progress with us and was beyond happy when it was finally complete," said Hockey Simdega president Manoj Konbegi. Later in 2021, the ground also successfully hosted two national championships — sub-junior women's and junior women's hockey. But sadly for Jharkhand, the host side lost both the finals. But Barwa's students like Deepika, Ropni Kumari and Rajni Kerketta showed what they were capable of as they slowly and steadily made it to the national camp. "With the premature demise of Pratima ji, Jharkhand has lost an invaluable coach. She had the immense credit of churning out the country's top woman hockey players from Jharkhand. She made a huge contribution in the development of hockey in the state," Konbegi added. Barwa, however, had been struggling with her health for a while and had requested for a transfer to Residential Boys Hockey Training Centre in Khunti where she had been training for the past one year. She, however, was present at the inaugural edition of the women's Hockey India League earlier this year and was elated to see her students play alongside the best of the world. Ahead of the Women's HIL final at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astroturf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, she also shared an emotional moment with Salima who was elated to see her coach at the stands. Sadly, those meet-ups won't happen any more and she will be sorely missed by one and all. Yet, she will continue to live on through her students, who number in the hundreds.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Expedite probe into procurement of mosquito nets: HC to CBI
Madurai: Madras high court recently directed the CBI to expedite investigation into an alleged scam committed by Hindustan Insecticides Limited (HIL), a public sector company, in the procurement of Long Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLINs) to the Jharkhand govt and Central Medical Survey Services Society (CMSS), New Delhi in 2022. The court was hearing the petition filed by A R Malaiyappasamy, president of the Karur HDPE Filament and Bednets Manufacturers Welfare Association. According to the petitioner, HIL, New Delhi, a public sector company, had obtained a contract from the Jharkhand govt and CMSS in New Delhi, for supply of mosquito nets for public use. While CMSS procured more than 40 million LLINs, the Jharkhand govt had floated a tender in 2022 for procurement of 48,000 LLINs. The petitioner alleged that the HIL had procured LLINs from shell companies at a low cost and supplied it at a higher cost. Alleging that a fraud had been committed by HIL, the petitioner association had lodged a complaint to the CBI in March 2023. The petitioner had filed the present petition in 2024 seeking a direction to the CBI to expedite inquiry into the complaint. Earlier, the court had directed the CBI to ascertain as to whether the shell companies through which, HIL said to have procured the nets, are having any manufacturing facilities to manufacture LLINs and regarding the actual cost of production and the cost which has been shown by HIL as procurement cost. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Descubra o valor de qualquer imóvel — basta digitar o endereço! Valor da casa | Anúncios de pesquisa Saiba Mais Undo Pursuant to the earlier order, the CBI submitted an interim report stating that LLINs were purchased at the lower cost from a shell company which was given purchase orders for 9.31 lakh LLINs. However, the shell company had the capacity to manufacture 75,000 nets per month, as per the report of HIL itself. Justice B Pugalendhi observed that the interim report submitted by the CBI reveals that there are certain prima facie materials available in the complaint of the petitioner and therefore, it needs to be prosecuted. Hence, the judge directed the CBI to proceed with the investigation and conclude the same as expeditiously as possible. The petition was disposed of.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
KTR to extol BRS' role in transforming TG on tour of UK, US
Hyderabad: The BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Tuesday left for a tour of the United Kingdom and the United States to take part in a mix of political, academic and industry engagements, reflecting Telangana's growing global stature and his role in shaping Telangana's modern narrative. In the UK, he will participate in India Week 2025, hosted by Bridge India in London, where he will deliver the keynote address. The event will be attended by global policymakers and political leaders. KTR's address will focus on the transformative governance model of BRS government, highlighting Telangana's innovation-driven development, inclusive policies and global aspirations. He will inaugurate the Knowledge Centre of Pragmatic Design Solutions Limited (PDSL) in Warwick. PDSL provides advanced R&D services to leading automotive brands such as McLaren, Aston Martin, and Jaguar Land Rover. The newly established centre includes a cutting-edge Near Shore Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test facility, which signifies Telangana's deepening links with global mobility technology ecosystems. KTR's presence underlines the State's commitment to fostering technological innovation and international collaboration. In the US, Rao will be the chief guest at the Telangana Formation Day and BRS silver jubilee celebrations on June 1 at the Comerica Centre in Frisco (Texas). The event, organised by Telangana NRIs, is expected to draw thousands of participants who supported the Telangana movement and continue to contribute to its global recognition. On June 2, he will address Indian students at the University of Texas at Dallas. His interaction with students will focus on themes such as youth leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship and the role of education in nation-building. Known for inspiring young minds through his practical and visionary approach, KTR will encourage them to participate in India's growth story with a futuristic outlook.
NDTV
26-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
From 'Double Jalebi' To Olympic Dreams: Angad Bir Singh Shares His Hockey Journey
Every athlete has a signature move-something that sets them apart. For Angad Bir Singh, 22, who represented the Kalinga Lancers in the Hockey India League (HIL), that move was the now-viral 'double jalebi', a trick shot that made him an overnight internet sensation. During a tense match against the Tamil Nadu Dragons, Angad stunned fans and players alike with a bold, never-seen-before shootout move. He beat the towering David Harte with flair, sending the ball cleanly into the net. What followed was a storm of likes, shares, and messages that flooded Angad's inbox. What seemed magical to the outside world was, in reality, the product of relentless hard work. "I've done a lot of training for this," Angad said. "Even now, during training sessions in the Indian camp, I regularly practice it. When the HIL camp was set up, I focused even more because I knew there would be more chances of shootouts. My hard work paid off, and I was able to execute it well. I'm humbled by the response-I never thought it would become so popular. It's definitely motivating, and I'm going to continue practicing and improving it." That one viral moment was backed by serious preparation. The Double Jalebi wasn't just a flashy move-it was a carefully crafted shot built with the right ingredients: instinct, hours of drills, match pressure, and fearless execution. His discipline and performance caught the eye of national coaches, eventually earning him a spot on the Indian senior team for the FIH Pro League. Angad trained alongside international greats like Thierry Brinkman and Alexander Hendrickx. His discipline and performance impressed Kalinga Lancers coach Valentin Altenburg, who was thoroughly impressed by the "sharp, fearless, and unique trick" - a perfect mix of instinct and training under pressure. Reflecting on his journey, the 22-year-old star shared how he had always dreamed of wearing the Indian jersey. "Everyone who takes up a sport professionally dreams of playing for India-it was the same for me. The transition from junior to senior hockey wasn't easy, but it was exciting. The level of play is quite different. There's much more pressure at the senior level. Senior hockey involves a lot of tactical play, whereas junior hockey focuses more on the basics," he explained. What began as a childhood dream soon became a driving passion. Eager to learn, Angad Bir Singh closely observed senior players like Harmanpreet Singh and Hardik Singh, using every opportunity to grow his game. "I've played at the junior level, represented my state, played in the HIL, made my debut for India, and competed in the Nationals. All of this has given me confidence. My dream is to bring an Olympic gold medal to India. We have the World Cup coming up next year, and there's still time before the Olympics. I want to dedicate all my time to learning and improving so I can help achieve that goal," he said. With a Pro League debut behind him and a growing presence on the national stage, Angad Bir Singh now has his eyes on the biggest prize of all-and he's working every day to get there.
News18
19-05-2025
- Sport
- News18
Hockey India Opens Three-Month-Long Registration Window For 2026 HIL Season
Last Updated: The registration process for 2026 HIL will conclude on August 20. More than 1,000 men's and women's players from across the world are expected to sign up for the Hockey India League's three-month-long registration process, which began on Monday. HIL was revived last year after a gap of seven years, with Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers winning the men's title and Odisha Warriors bagging the honours in the women's section. Players from Netherlands, Belgium, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, Spain, Argentina, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, Malaysia, and South Korea, besides India can sign up for the registration process in the men's section. In the women's section, players from India, Netherlands, Argentina, Belgium, China, Australia, Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Ireland, Chile, Japan, USA and Scotland are eligible for registration. The registration process for 2026 HIL will conclude on August 20. 'Building on the success of the 2024–25 revival season, which featured eight men's and four women's franchises, the upcoming edition promises to be even bigger," said a Hockey India release. advetisement 'Last season, more than 1,000 players signed up, underscoring the league's global appeal and its role as a launchpad for emerging talent," it added. Hockey India president and former player Dilip Tirkey said HIL had taken the sport to a different level. 'HIL has been a game changer for Indian hockey, and we are thrilled to continue its resurgence with the 2026 season. Last season's response from players and fans was phenomenal, and we are confident that the upcoming edition will further elevate the standard of hockey in India while strengthening our international collaborations," said Tirkey. (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) First Published:
