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Netherlands seal third consecutive world title at FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup

Santiago (Chile), Dec 14 (UNI) The final day of the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup City of Santiago 2025 was defined by the Netherlands’ crowning moment, as they defeated Argentina 2-1 in the final to reaffirm their historical dominance in the category.
The Dutch side reached a record sixth world title and completed a third consecutive crown following their triumphs in 2022, 2023 and now 2025.
The Netherlands settled the match in the first half with a goal from a penalty corner and another from open play, then protected their narrow lead in the decisive stages through a very compact defensive structure that withstood sustained Argentine pressure on the turf of the Estadio Nacional.

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Uganda's Olympic champion Cheptegei to run Dubai half marathon

20 Jan 2026 | 2:51 PM

Kampala, Jan 20 (UNI) Uganda's Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei will open his 2026 season at the Burj2Burj Half Marathon in Dubai on February 8, organizers said.
Cheptegei, who won the Tata Steel Kolkata Road Race in India last month, said he is aiming for a strong start to the year.

Odisha’s Hockey talent surges, 16 players feature in HIL

20 Jan 2026 | 2:43 PM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 20 (UNI) Grassroots development through district and block-level competitions, high-performance centres including the state-run academy system, infrastructure with international-standard venues in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela, consistent exposure, hosting World Cups, Pro League and other international tournaments- have all contributed to a surge in popularity and churning out of hockey talent in Odisha.

Leylah Fernandez, Sloane Stephens exit Australian Open first round

20 Jan 2026 | 1:43 PM

Melbourne, Jan 20 (UNI) Leylah Fernandez and Sloane Stephens made early exits from the 2026 Australian Open after suffering first-round defeats in the women’s singles on Tuesday.
Fernandez, the 22nd seed, was beaten 6-2, 7-6 by Indonesia’s unseeded Janice Tjen in a straight-sets upset. The victory marked only the second Grand Slam win of Tjen’s career and came on her debut appearance at the Australian Open.

Netherlands seal third consecutive world title at FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup

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Odisha’s Hockey talent surges, 16 players feature in HIL

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Leylah Fernandez, Sloane Stephens exit Australian Open first round

NEW DELHI, JAN 20 (UNI):- Vice Admiral C.R. Praveen Nair, Controller of Personnel Services (CPS), holds a press preview of the Indian Navy’s participation in the Republic Day Parade at Kota House, New Delhi, on Tuesday. UNI PHOTO RS10U -RITIK SHARMA

RANCHI, JAN 20 (UNI): An artist gives finishing touch to an idol of Goddess Saraswati ahead of ‘Saraswati Puja’ celebrations, also known as ‘Basant Panchami’ festival, in Ranchi on Tuesday. UNI Photo 53U

RANCHI, JAN 20 (UNI): An artist gives finishing touch to an idol of Goddess Saraswati ahead of ‘Saraswati Puja’ celebrations, also known as ‘Basant Panchami’ festival, in Ranchi on Tuesday. UNI Photo 52U

RANCHI, JAN 20 (UNI): An artist gives finishing touch to an idol of Goddess Saraswati ahead of ‘Saraswati Puja’ celebrations, also known as ‘Basant Panchami’ festival, in Ranchi on Tuesday. UNI Photo 51U

RAE BARELI, JAN 20 (UNI): Congress MP and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi during the inauguration of Rae Bareli Premier League T-20 Cricket Tournament organised by the Youth Sports Academy, at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Rae Bareli on Tuesday. UNI Photo 50U

RAE BARELI, JAN 20 (UNI): Congress MP and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi presents a trophy to a player during the inauguration of Rae Bareli Premier League T-20 Cricket Tournament organised by the Youth Sports Academy, at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Rae Bareli on Tuesday. UNI Photo 49U

RAE BARELI, JAN 20 (UNI): Congress MP and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi greets the players during the inauguration of Rae Bareli Premier League T-20 Cricket Tournament organised by the Youth Sports Academy, at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Rae Bareli on Tuesday. UNI Photo 48U

RAE BARELI, JAN 20 (UNI): Congress MP and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi tosses a coin before a match during the inauguration of Rae Bareli Premier League T-20 Cricket Tournament organised by the Youth Sports Academy, at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Rae Bareli on Tuesday. UNI Photo 47U

RANCHI, JAN 20 (UNI): Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Bandu Athawale addresses a press conference, in Ranchi on Tuesday. UNI Photo 46U

RANCHI, JAN 20 (UNI): Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Bandu Athawale addresses a press conference, in Ranchi on Tuesday. UNI Photo 45U

RANCHI, JAN 20 (UNI): Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Bandu Athawale addresses a press conference, in Ranchi on Tuesday. UNI Photo 44U

RANCHI, JAN 20 (UNI): Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Bandu Athawale addresses a press conference, in Ranchi on Tuesday. UNI Photo 43U

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, JAN 20 (UNI): Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar delivers the policy address at the commencement of the 16th Session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. UNI Photo 42U

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, JAN 20 (UNI): Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar delivers the policy address at the commencement of the 16th Session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. UNI Photo 41U

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, JAN 20 (UNI): Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar delivers the policy address at the commencement of the 16th Session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. UNI Photo 40U

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, JAN 20 (UNI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan along with Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar arrives during the commencement of the 16th Session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. UNI Photo 39U

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, JAN 20 (UNI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan felicitates Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar during the commencement of the 16th Session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. UNI Photo 38U

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, JAN 20 (UNI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan felicitates Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar during the commencement of the 16th Session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. UNI Photo 37U

THIRUVANANTHPURAM, JAN 20 (UNI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan exchanges greetings with Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar during the commencement of the 16th Session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. UNI Photo 36U

BHUBANESWAR, JAN 20 (UNI): People gather at the site after a massive fire broke out at Unit-1 (1 No. Haat) daily market, in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. UNI Photo 35U