Sports

Pune Secures Last-Minute Victory Against Thane in State-Level Ashmita Hockey League

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1 year ago

March 9, 2025

The Pune district team faced difficulties in securing full points as Mumbai Suburb found their rhythm in the second half. Meanwhile, Nagpur and Yavatmal showcased impressive performances on the opening day of the Sub-Junior Category at the Asmita Hockey State League, held at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri, on Friday.

In the final match of the day, Pune triumphed over Thane with a hard-fought 1-0 victory in Group A. The decisive goal was netted by Parnavi Kanse in the 47th minute, finishing from close range. The first half of the match concluded without any goals from either side.

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In an afternoon match in Group A, Mumbai Suburb turned things around in the second half to defeat Nashik 5-0. Arya Jadhav was the standout player, scoring twice (34′ & 56′), while Yukti Dabho (39′), Tanaysha Machado (56′), and a last-minute strike from Nirja Redkar (60′) secured a comprehensive victory.

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Later, Nagpur claimed a 4-0 victory over Sangli in Group B. The goals for Nagpur were scored by Palak Veware (10’, 36’), Shirawani Tulankar (32’), and team captain Maitree Thakare (50’) from a penalty corner.

The day began with Yavatmal defeating Raigad 6-1 in a lopsided Group B match. Samiksha Kursange scored a second-half hat-trick (23’, 46’, 59’), contributing to Yavatmal’s commanding 4-0 lead at halftime. Harshada Pandhare (3’) opened the scoring, followed by two goals from Shreya Rajankar (5’, 18’). Raigad managed to score once through captain Shreya Patil (45’).

The tournament was inaugurated by Col. Vikram Singh Jamwal of the Army Sports Institute and Manish Padharia of M.D ARaymond India. The event was also attended by Krishna Prakash, IPS, ADG of Force One Maharashtra Police; Manoj V Bhore, President of Hockey Maharashtra; Sr. Vice President Hockey Maharashtra, Manish Anand; and Olympians Ajit Lakhra, Vikram Pillay, Rahul Singh, along with Sister Laila, Principal of St. Annes High School.

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Entertainment

Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Longtime Partner Georgina Rodriguez

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4 days ago

August 14, 2026

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Sports: Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner, Georgina Rodriguez, in a private ceremony.

Ronaldo reportedly tied the knot with Georgina on Tuesday, August 11. The couple surprised fans by sharing an official wedding photo on social media.

The picture shows Ronaldo and Georgina holding hands while wearing their wedding rings. The couple appeared happy as they marked the special occasion.

The wedding took place in Cascais, a picturesque coastal town near Portugal’s capital, Lisbon. The ceremony was kept extremely private, with only their five children reportedly attending the occasion.

Ronaldo and Georgina first met in Madrid in 2016. They have been together for nearly a decade.

The couple has five children: Cristiano Jr., twins Eva and Mateo, Alana Martina, and Bella Esmeralda.

Ronaldo is one of the most decorated footballers in the world. He has scored a record 146 goals for Portugal in international football and has won the prestigious Ballon d’Or award five times.

He recently represented Portugal at the FIFA World Cup, making it the sixth World Cup of his career. At club level, Ronaldo currently plays for Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr.

He is expected to return to action when the new domestic season begins on Saturday.

Sports

India Wins Two Silver Medals at Commonwealth Games

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3 weeks ago

July 29, 2026

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Sports:India added two more silver medals to its Commonwealth Games tally as Gulveer Singh and Harjinder Kaur delivered impressive performances.

Gulveer Singh created history by becoming the first Indian to win a medal in the men’s 10,000m event. He finished second with a time of 27:49.78, while Australia’s Kai Robinson won gold.

In weightlifting, Harjinder Kaur claimed the silver medal in the women’s 69kg category. The 29-year-old improved on her bronze medal from the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games and earned India’s seventh weightlifting medal at the Games.

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India Opens Medal Account at Commonwealth Games as Jhandu Kumar Wins Bronze

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3 weeks ago

July 25, 2026

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Glasgow: India opened its medal account at the Commonwealth Games after para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar won the bronze medal in the men’s heavyweight event on Friday.

The 28-year-old athlete, who is affected by polio, delivered a strong performance in the competition. Jhandu successfully lifted 181 kg in his first attempt.

He then lifted 190 kg in his second attempt. He attempted 196 kg in his final lift but was unable to complete it.

He finished with a total of 130.9 points to secure the bronze medal. Nigeria’s Idris Rilwan won the gold medal with 132.8 points.

Great Britain’s Matthew Harding claimed the silver medal with 131 points. Another Indian athlete, Sudhir, finished sixth with 114.1 points in the same event.

Earlier on the opening day of the Games, Indian para powerlifter Ashok Malik narrowly missed a medal after finishing fourth.

Jhandu Kumar’s bronze medal gave India its first medal of the Commonwealth Games.