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India Today
9 hours ago
- Sport
- India Today
Who can rescue Indian football? Top contenders to take over as head coach
In 2025, following Indian football sometimes feels like watching a glitchy game-one moment of promise, three of confusion, and an eternal wait for a patch update that never comes. The men's national team has slipped to 132 in the FIFA rankings, the head coach has walked out mid-cycle, and the Indian Super League has been abruptly put on hold. It's a storyline straight out of a sports drama-but with none of the triumphant Marquez was supposed to be "the guy." He was brought in with the idea of leading the next big rebuild, with AIFF's "Vision 2047" as the backdrop. Instead, six games and one win later, he departed without a word to his players, leaving behind more questions than was supposed to be a structured long-term plan has once again been left scrambling in the short term. But hey, if the plan is to become a top Asian football nation in 22 years, maybe we should start with getting through 22 months without chaos. Meanwhile, there's a growing vibe shift. Fans are no longer just frustrated-they're checked out. The system's confusing, club football is in a limbo, and the national team's only headlines lately are about losses and coaching exits. With the ISL currently on pause and the roadmap uncertain, there's a growing feeling that Indian football is stuck in a holding pattern, waiting for clarity that never quite even in this beautiful mess, one big decision looms: Who's next in charge?Whether it's a seasoned name from Indian football or an outside tactician with fresh ideas, this call could well define Vision 2047. That's why this next head coach appointment matters. Whether it's a seasoned ISL tactician or a complete curveball from overseas, this decision isn't just about the survival of Indian football, and here are some of our picks for the role:Khalid Jamil: The people's choice?There's something poetic about Khalid Jamil being back in the reckoning. The first Indian head coach to take an ISL team (NorthEast United, no less) to the semis, Jamil knows how to work with bare-bones budgets and high-pressure situations. He's got the no-nonsense personality, the tactical grit, and a proven track record in Indian football. More importantly, he's one of the few who hasn't lost touch with the I-League and the grassroots ecosystem-which, let's face it, is where the real talent pool still would the AIFF hand over the reins to an Indian coach at this crossroads moment? Historically, they haven't. But if they're serious about structure and sustainability, Jamil isn't the worst place to Lopez Habas: The redemption arcadvertisementHabas reportedly applied for the India head coach job before Manolo got the nod. He didn't make the cut, so what did he do? Instead, he joined a newly formed club-Inter Kashi-won the I-League, and walked them straight into ISL. That says a lot about his hunger. He's already got two ISL titles, understands the madness that is Indian football, and commands instant two ISL titles already under his belt and a deep understanding of Indian football's chaos-friendly ecosystem, Habas brings old-school discipline and tournament nous. He might not be the most exciting option, but he's a man who gets things done-and right now, that's a rare Coyle: Mr. Motivation, again?Owen Coyle was recently let go by Chennaiyin FC, but his record in Indian football remains hard to ignore. From turning a struggling Jamshedpur FC side into League Shield winners in 2022 to guiding Chennaiyin to two playoff appearances, Coyle has shown he can build competitive teams from got charisma, man-management skills, and a pretty solid rapport with Indian players. But the question remains: is he tactically dynamic enough to lead a national project? Or is he better suited for club football, where week-to-week motivation works better than four-year roadmaps?advertisementA new face: Because why not?Let's be honest-when Igor Stimac was appointed in 2019, not many Indian fans could place him beyond a Google search. Sure, it didn't exactly go according to plan. But that doesn't mean the idea of a relatively unknown but experienced international coach should be thrown out the the right scouting, planning, and long-term backing (we know, that's asking for a lot), a left-field pick could shake things up in a good way. Someone with exposure to Asian or African national team ecosystems, who knows how to work with limited resources and build structured systems from scratch. It's a risk-but at this point, what isn't?The manager alone won't fix everything, but if chosen right, he might just become the stabilising force Indian football desperately at the very least, someone who sticks around for more than six games.- Ends
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Science
- New Indian Express
Role of Computational Fluid Dynamics in making of missile systems highlighted in Andhra
VIJAYAWADA: The first International Conference on Computational Science and Mathematical Modelling (ICSMM) was organised by the Department of Mathematics at VIT-AP University in collaboration with the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, on Friday. Addressing participants of the two-day event, the Director of Computational & Fluid Dynamics at the Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL)-Hyderabad, P K Sinha, highlighted the role of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in the design and development of state-of-the-art missile systems and technologies required for the deterrence and defence of the country. He explained that CFDs enable engineers to analyse and optimise aerodynamic performance, structural integrity and overall system effectiveness through advanced high performance computer simulations. Academic leader of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Prof. Fortune Massamba, joined the event virtually as the guest of honour. VIT-AP Vice-Chancellor Prof. SV Kota Reddy emphasised the contribution of mathematical modelling and CFDs in numerous real-life applications and utilities. He also presented VIT-AP's efforts to promote industrypartnership and plans on academic and research fronts to contribute to the national missions on Quantum Technologies and Green Hydrogen in line with the Vision 2047.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Telangana irrigation expert is now water resources adviser to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
Vedire Sriram, an irrigation expert from Telangana, has been appointed as the water resources advisor to Maharashtra's Chief Minister, holding cabinet rank. He will spearhead the creation of a comprehensive water management plan under Vision 2047, focusing on river interlinking, water conservation, and potable water supply. HYDERABAD: Irrigation expert from Telangana, Vedire Sriram, has been appointed as the water resources adviser to the chief minister of Maharashtra, with cabinet rank. The state is currently developing a long-term water policy under its Vision 2047 initiative. As part of this strategy, Sriram will lead the formulation of a comprehensive plan focusing on river interlinking projects, water conservation, groundwater management, and planning potable water supply schemes. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad He will also recommend reforms and implementation strategies across various aspects of water management, including policy development and reuse strategies. Additionally, he will work to promote the development of minor water resources to improve irrigation efficiency. Sriram previously served as an adviser to the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation. Prior to that, he worked as a software engineer in the United States for 15 years before returning to India in 2009. He has authored several publications on irrigation and is a member of the Task Force Committee on River Interlinking. He also continues to serve as Chairman of the Rajasthan River Board. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2 BHK homes starting at ₹ 72.6 Lakh at Mahindra Happinest Tathawade . Mahindra Happinest Tathawade Get Quote Undo In Maharashtra, he will be responsible for integrating satellite imagery, groundwater databases, and Internet of Things (IoT)-based sensors into water management systems, and for developing a real-time tracking system for water resources. Sriram will also liaise with national bodies such as the Central Water Commission, Ministry of Jal Shakti, NITI Aayog, the National Water Mission, and inter-party/state dispute resolution mechanisms. He will work closely with departments including water resources and agriculture.
India Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
India's Vision 2047 can wait as football's leaky boat needs fixing first
'Vision 2047"A phrase that sounds like it belongs on a billboard in a sci-fi movie, not in the middle of the current Indian the time India turns 100 as an independent nation, the AIFF wants the national team to be rubbing shoulders with Asia's best, competing at the top level, and backed by a vibrant footballing ecosystem. All of that sounds But here's the thing: you can't start building a future when the present feels like it's running on duct tape and crossed SUPER LEAGUE? MORE LIKE 'IN SUSPENDED LIMBO'The Indian Super League — that glitzy, made-for-television, poster child of modern Indian football — is on 2025–26 season is currently on hold. Why? Because the AIFF and FSDL, the people who helped bring the ISL to life, are locked in a messy power struggle over control of the league. The dispute is now sitting with the Supreme Court, which is as far away from a football field as you can where does that leave clubs? In complete can't plan. Players can't prep. Pre-seasons are unofficial workouts. Foreign signings are already pulling back. And most critically, fans — the lifeblood of the league are left with more questions than fixtures.A league that was supposed to stabilise Indian football now feels like a passenger waiting for the conductor to decide which track to SEASON, NO COACHJust weeks after the ISL stalled, the Indian men's national team found itself in another familiar situation: Mrquez, the Spanish coach brought in after Igor Stimac, walked away after India failed to make it to the third round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. But the real blow came from that home defeat to Hong Kong — 0-2 in Kolkata — which now threatens India's path to the AFC Asian Cup here we are again. No coach, no matches scheduled, and no official word on what the roadmap looks like for the rest of the to sell the dream of 2047 when you don't know who's in charge of paused careers and frozen futuresIndian footballers today aren't just athletes, they're survivors of being a 23-year-old centre-back who had a breakout ISL season. You're fit, you're ready, and then silence. Your club hasn't announced pre-season. There's no clarity on the is the generation that Vision 2047 is supposed to uplift. But what they're getting instead is a blank calendar and a bunch of postponed in that silence, career momentum slips through the without structure is just wishful thinkingTo be fair, Vision 2047 has all the right boxes ticked — grassroots development, infrastructure, international exposure, women's football and talent here's the issue: that kind of ambition demands consistency. And Indian football, right now, is anything but are on pause. Federation decisions swing like a pendulum. The national team setup resets every few months. And instead of steady progress, it feels like the sport is stuck in a feedback loop of crisis, scramble, fix the now before we pitch the next 20 yearsLook, dreaming big is not the problem. It's necessary. Every footballing nation that's risen has done so on the back of long-term vision. But before you chase the next two decades, maybe get the next two seasons the league structure. Communicate with clubs. Appoint a coach with a plan. Give players some certainty. Give fans something to hold on no one's asking for miracles. Just for Indian football to stop getting in its own way.- EndsMust Watch
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
IIM-K unveils Gyanodaya centre
The Indian Institute of Management - Kozhikode (IIM-K) has launched Gyanodaya Centre for Pedagogical Innovation and Publishing, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to build a vibrant, inclusive, and globally relevant knowledge ecosystem. Announcing this latest centre of excellence (CoE), IIM-K Director Debashis Chatterjee said, 'The future of education lies not just in delivering knowledge, but in reimagining how it is created, contextualised, and shared.' 'Gyanodaya is the IIM-K's leap toward that future. Envisioned as a CoE under IIM-K's 'Vision 2047' and aligned with the aspirations of India's National Education Policy [NEP], the Centre aims to become a crucible for cutting-edge pedagogy, publishing excellence, and knowledge sharing grounded in Indian wisdom and global best practices,' he added. Professor Atanu Adhikari, the founding Head of Gyanodaya, said, 'Gyanodaya is built on the tenets of pedagogical excellence, global relevance, and the sharing of indigenous knowledge. We aim to establish a win-win-win model — where learners, authors, and institutions benefit symbiotically.' Gyanodaya addresses both immediate and long-term academic needs. In the short term, it focuses on developing and disseminating peer-reviewed content, including case studies, simulations, monographs, books, and research notes. Over time, the Centre aims to become a global hub for educational innovation, fostering collaboration among institutions, faculty, and practitioners worldwide. The centre has already made a strong start — over 30 original case studies, accompanied by detailed teaching notes, have been published, spanning disciplines from marketing and finance to the humanities and liberal arts. To maintain academic integrity and publishing efficiency, the centre operates with the support of Pandulipi, a home-grown online manuscript management platform developed by IIM-K's web team. The platform facilitates seamless submissions and incorporates a three-stage peer review system, with reviewers chosen for both domain expertise and pedagogical insight.
