Goal For India
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Here’s why Ashique Kuruniyan’s stint with Villareal was an educational experience
The Pune City winger has caught the eye at junior international competition. Can he make the step up with time?
Arka Bhattacharya
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The heart and soul of Indian football is in the Northeast. But when will the AIFF realise that?
Two of the region's most popular clubs, Aizawl FC and Shillong Lajong, may not play in a rejigged top tier of Indian football next year.
Arka Bhattacharya
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Bembem Devi is Indian football's first lady and her 20-year long career is an inspiration to many
The Field profiles India's first genuine woman footballing superstar and her achievements over the years.
Shreyas Rao
Trending
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘Be freed from what holds you back’: Poems by Buddhist women from the Murty Classical Library
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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Yamini Aiyer interview: With jobless growth, welfare has become a ‘compensation’, not a public right
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Eight takeaways from Shillong Lajong vs East Bengal: Inexperienced Reds plus EB's squad depth
It was a vital win for the Red-and-Golds which suddenly sees the Kolkata giants in pole position for a first I-League trophy.
Arka Bhattacharya
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Denis Compton free-kick and a PK Banerjee-led Subroto Cup team: a brief history of Shillong football
Shillong has been the hub of football in the Northeast for a long time now.
Arka Bhattacharya
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After a horrendous start to the league, has Lajong's young brigade finally turned a corner?
The reds of Shillong have scored seven goals in their last three matches, winning all of them.
Arka Bhattacharya
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Meet Thangboi Singto, the ‘monk’ in charge of Shillong Lajong
The 42-year-old is one of the league's longest serving managers, having finished four years at the helm of the club.
Arka Bhattacharya
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Of pounding red hearts and neon referees: Lajong bring Shillong joy on Meghalaya Day
A 2-1 win over Minerva Punjab brought their supporters some much-needed joy.
Arka Bhattacharya
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This Wahingdoh boy went from being scouted to U-15 I-League Player of the Year in just two years
Rheadolf Nongneng also has a senior Royal Wahingdoh goal to his name in what has been an exceptional journey.
Arka Bhattacharya
The Reel
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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'We want to be the East Bengal of North India': In snowy Kashmir, a football revolution is brewing
Despite logistical issues and a volatile political situation, the beautiful game is growing by leaps and bounds in the state.
Rayan Naqash
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'Lajong Bridge is falling down': The stunning sights from Aizawl and Shillong's NorthEast derby
Aizawl defeated Shillong 2-1 but in the most oft-repeated of cliches, football was the real winner.
Arka Bhattacharya
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Nestled in the hills, Shillong can lay claim to have India's most picturesque football grounds
The city may be small but it has plenty of spaces where the beautiful game is played.
Arka Bhattacharya
The Field
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IPL 2024: Jonny Bairtsow shines as Punjab Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders in record-breaking match
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IPL 2024: ‘Save the bowlers’ – Reactions as Punjab chase down record total against Kolkata
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Paris Olympics 2024: Nethra Kumanan secures India’s second quota in sailing
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ISL: Kerala Blasters FC axe Ivan Vukomanovic as head coach
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Jyothi Vennam and Abhishek Verma reach the mixed compound final