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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
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School Assembly News Headlines Today: Top international, national other news of August 14
School Assembly News Headlines Today (August 14): Check the important national, international and sports news headlines for August 14, 2025 here. School assembly news headlines today (August 14)(Unsplash./For reoresentation) National SC to again hear Delhi dogs case with larger bench today Delhi-NCR wakes up to light rain, weather panel issues red alert Relocating stray dogs may cost Delhi's civic bodies ₹11 crore every day, ₹110 daily on each animal Air India warned by DGCA over Bangalore–London flights violating duration norms PhD scholar refuses to accept certificate from Tamil Nadu governor Operation Sindoor success to feature in Independence Day event International Trump warns Russia of 'very severe' consequences if it doesn't stop Ukraine war 'Lawless city': Trump seeks to extend federal control of Washington DC police Amazon Prime Video down: Users say titles not loading on app, TV Anti-govt protests in Serbia turn violent amid election demands Iran's president mocks Netanyahu over pledge of help in water crisis Sports Indian women's ice hockey team wins bronze at IIHF Asia Cup FC Goa qualify for Asian Champions League 2 Indian shuttlers handed tough draws at World Championship India to bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games Virat Kohli quells retirement rumours with silent gesture, hints at Australia ODI tour return
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Indian women's ice hockey team wins bronze at IIHF Asia Cup
New Delhi: For a nation with scarce year-round ice facilities, a podium finish for the Indian women's ice hockey team is a story of dedication against all odds. Representational image. (AP) The Indian team carved their name into history last month, clinching bronze at the IIHF Asia Cup in Al Ain, UAE, with a commanding 3–1 win over Thailand in the third-place playoff. The team's path wasn't easy — from battling stereotypes to training in challenging conditions — yet they are turning things around. Captain Tsewang Chuskit recalls early taunts: 'Some uncles asked, 'What are you doing playing with the boys? This isn't a girl's game.'' For forward Diskit C Angmo, the journey began by simply watching her brother play. 'I didn't know girls could even play hockey,' she said. 'It became more important to prove the world wrong than to prove myself right,' said forward Diskit Angmo. Rinchen Dolma returned to the game just five months after giving birth. Facing taunts like 'You're a mother now, go home,' she stormed the rink, scored a goal, and made a defiant statement: 'I'll come here with my baby, and I'll show you what scoring a goal really means.' Assistant coach Ali Amir reflected: ''You're a girl, you'll get married, go to someone else's house — what will you play?'' But the players pushed past the doubters to earn India a proud moment on the world stage. 'When the anthem played and the flag was hoisted, I felt pride like never before,' he added. 'What I couldn't achieve as a player, I achieved as a coach — thanks to these incredible women.' Sonam Angmo summed it up, 'We're playing for the country. Even when the support was missing, we stood strong. This medal is for everyone who believed in us.' Their journey — marked by struggle, stereotypes, and sheer grit — has now become a beacon of inspiration for athletes across the nation and has been beautifully captured in the form of a powerful four-minute film titled Sound of Courage by Pocket FM, the world's largest audio series platform. Watch their beautiful journey captured in the form of a powerful four-minute film titled Sound of Courage.
News18
3 days ago
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From The Frozen Lakes Of Ladakh To International Podium: India's Ice Queens Redefine Grit
From cold outdoor rinks to the Asia Cup podium, India's Ice Queens have proven that courage is contagious — and that dreams, when chased with heart, can echo far beyond the rink. In a sport few believed Indian women could play, let alone excel in, the Indian Women's Ice Hockey team has emerged as a force of resilience, rewriting history with a stunning bronze win at the IIHF Asia Cup. Their journey — marked by struggle, overcoming stereotypes, and sheer grit — has now become a beacon of inspiration for athletes across the nation. For players like Diskit C Angmo, ice hockey began by watching her brother play. 'I didn't know girls could even play hockey," she recalls. That simple curiosity led to a revolution, one that saw young women from Ladakh challenge deep-rooted societal norms. Tsewang Chuskit, team captain, remembers being questioned for playing a 'boy's sport." 'Some uncles in the audience asked, 'What are you doing playing with the boys? This isn't a girl's game.'" But instead of deterring her, it fueled her determination. 'It became more important to prove the world wrong than to prove myself right," echoed Diskit. The resistance wasn't limited to spectators. Assistant Coach Ali Amir reflects, 'They said, 'you're a girl, what will you play? You'll get married, you'll go to someone else's house.'" And yet, those same girls stood tall on the global stage, bringing India a moment of pride. Despite being mocked — 'They go abroad just for fun," 'They're happy with 4th place," — the team pushed harder. Padma Chorol shared, 'We weren't satisfied with fourth. We gave it everything we had." Rigzin Yangdol put it best, 'To score a goal, we weren't just up against the opposition — we had to win against the world." Rinchen Dolma's comeback just five months after giving birth is now legendary. Facing taunts like 'You're a mother now, go home," she stormed the rink, scored a goal, and made a defiant statement: 'I'll come here with my baby, and I'll show you what scoring a goal really means." Assistant Coach Ali Amir, moved by the team's resilience, said: 'When the national anthem played and our flag was hoisted, I felt pride like never before. What I couldn't achieve as a player, I achieved as a coach — thanks to these incredible women." Through all the challenges, the team never forgot their mission. As Sonam Angmo summed it up, 'We're playing for the country. Even when the support was missing, we stood strong. This medal is for everyone who believed in us." Their story has now found a wider audience through Sound of Courage, a tribute film that captures their grit, passion, and unbreakable spirit. From cold outdoor rinks to the Asia Cup podium, India's Ice Queens have proven that courage is contagious — and that dreams, when chased with heart, can echo far beyond the rink. view comments 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.
