New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Germany great Oliver Kahn while reflecting on his country’s FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign following its Round of 32 exit to Paraguay, praised the team’s quality and tactical flexibility under Julian Nagelsmann but warned that competing against the world’s best in the knockout stages required much more than individual talent. Kahn acknowledged the strides made under head coach Julian Nagelsmann but felt the team still trails the leading contenders in terms of overall quali…
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Varanasi, June 30 (IANS) Kashi’’ centuries-old traditional art of ‘Pink Meenakari’ (enamel work) is getting international spotlight and the jewellery crafted using this art form is now making a distinct mark, both domestically and abroad.The artisans in Kashi, are now receiving orders from various countries ranging from Gulf nations to the United States, creating new employment and income opportunities for those associated with this traditional craft.Pink Meenakari, also called Gulabi Meenakar…
New York, June 30 (IANS) Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has appeared to rule himself out of replacing Julian Nagelsmann as Germany national team coach in the wake of their shock World Cup Round-of-32 exit after a penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay on Monday night.Nagelsmann has said he wants to carry on as coach, but there is no doubt that 59-year-old Klopp would be a popular choice to revive the fortunes of a team that went out in the group stage at the 2018 and 2022 World Cups and has …
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Rahul Gandhi’s hollow assertion that India is heading towards an “economic tsunami” is far removed from ground realities. Far from facing collapse, the Indian economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience, even amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, supported by robust data from credible institutions. India posted robust 7.7% GDP growth in FY26, the fastest among major economies, according to Reserve Bank of India and Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Impl…
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) China has met with some successes but also many failures in its attempts at economic influence. Subversive carrot tactics have allowed China to make inroads in places where leaders can act with relative impunity, such as Cambodia, but have backfired in countries where leaders face accountability mechanisms such as the Philippines, according to Audrye Wong, author of a new book, titled ‘Subversion and Seduction: China’s Economic Statecraft.’Wong highlighted in an artic…
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Hockey India on Tuesday announced the 22-member Junior Men’s squad for the upcoming exposure tour of Belgium, scheduled from 5 to 18 July 2026. The tour will be the team’s first assignment under newly appointed coach Frederic Soyez and will serve as a key preparatory phase ahead of the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior Asia Cup later this year. The young Indian side will face some of Europe’s strongest hockey nations during the tour, playing two matches each against Austria and B…
Mexico City, June 30 (IANS) Mexico’s remarkable FIFA World Cup journey reaches a pivotal moment as Javier Aguirre’s side welcomes Ecuador to the Estadio Azteca for a round-of-32 showdown that promises to be among the closest contests of the knockout stage. After a flawless group campaign, El Tri now faces an opponent widely regarded as one of the tournament’s most dangerous underdogs. Confidence is soaring within the Mexican camp after three victories from three matches, a run that has showcased…
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) German football legend Oliver Kahn believes Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo created a football rivalry unlike any other, with their relentless pursuit of excellence pushing each other to unprecedented heights for nearly two decades. Reflecting on one of football’s greatest-ever debates, Kahn highlighted how the two superstars transformed competition into a driving force for greatness, creating a level of consistency and longevity that may never be repeated.”Cristia…
Foxborough, June 30 (IANS) Paraguay’s players and coach credited belief, preparation and determination after stunning four-time champion Germany on penalties to reach the FIFA World Cup round of 16 on Tuesday. Paraguay advanced 4-3 in the shootout after a 1-1 draw, pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the tournament and ending Germany’s unbeaten run in World Cup penalty shootouts.After Paraguay’s first-ever win in a World Cup knockout match, head coach Gustavo Alfaro hailed his squad. “I had…
Foxborough, June 30 (IANS) Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann did not mince words after his side’s shocking exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026 and said “slow build-up play” cost the four-time champions a place in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Germany’s campaign came to a dramatic end at the Boston Stadium on Tuesday after they were knocked out 4-3 on penalties by Paraguay in the Round of 32, following a 1-1 deadlock in regulation time.Germany had never lost on penalties at the…