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News18
2 days ago
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- News18
Durand Cup Returns to Jamshedpur For 2nd Year With Grand Trophy Showcase
Last Updated: Jamshedpur will host the 134th Durand Cup, Asia's oldest football tournament, for the second consecutive year. The Steel City of India warmly welcomed the 134th Durand Cup, as the city prepares to host Asia's oldest football tournament for the second consecutive year. The three trophies of the Durand Cup were showcased at the XLRI Auditorium with Santosh Gangwar, Hon'ble Governor of Jharkhand, as the Chief Guest. Other notable attendees included Ramdas Soren, Hon'ble Minister of School Education & Literacy Development, Government of Jharkhand, Lt. Gen Mohit Malhotra, AVSM, SM, Chief of Staff, HQ Eastern Command and Chairman, Durand Cup Organising Committee, and DB Sundara Ramam, Vice President Corporate Services, Tata Steel Limited. The three prestigious trophies – the Durand Cup, the original prize, the rolling Shimla Trophy (presented by the residents of Shimla in 1904), and the President's Cup, which the winners keep permanently – will be taken on a roadshow later in the day, covering prominent city landmarks and generating enthusiasm in this football-loving city. Speaking at the event, Santosh Gangwar, Hon'ble Governor of Jharkhand, remarked, 'As one of Asia's oldest and most prestigious football tournaments, the Durand Cup is a symbol of tradition, discipline, and sporting excellence. The hosting of the Durand Cup in Jamshedpur for the second consecutive year is a testament to the state's growing stature in Indian sports. Its presence here reinforces the spirit of unity and aspiration among our youth. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India's sporting ecosystem has undergone a transformative shift with initiatives like Khelo India and TOPS empowering thousands of young athletes across the nation. Jharkhand, with its deep-rooted passion for football and a legacy of producing national and international talent, stands proudly at the heart of this movement. I extend my best wishes to all participating teams and hope this tournament continues to inspire generations to dream big." Guest of Honour, Ramdas Soren, said, 'As we all know Durand Cup is the oldest tournament in Asia and it has so much history and it will be an honour for us to host this tournament again. Today I am feeling proud to say that Jharkhand has produced many players for the country whether it is in hockey or cricket and we have always contributed to sports. So it's a matter of great pride to have this tournament again in Jamshedpur and I hope that the people of Jharkhand enjoy the Durand Cup." The audience enjoyed enthralling performances by local artists, including Santhali and Chhau dances, and a Bhangra dance. Lt. Gen Mohit Malhotra shared his thoughts, 'For over 137 years, the Durand Cup has witnessed the evolution of Indian football, producing legends, uniting communities, and igniting passions across generations. In recent years, under the stewardship of Eastern Command, the Durand Cup has experienced remarkable growth in stature, reach and quality. Our efforts, in close partnership with stakeholders across the country, have ensured that the tournament retains its heritage while embracing modern professionalism. I invite the people of this great city, football enthusiasts, and the vibrant youth of Jharkhand to come forward, be part of history, and experience world-class football at your doorstep. Together, let us celebrate the beautiful game, honour tradition, and inspire the next generation." Tata Steel's commitment to sports shines through its association with the prestigious Durand Cup, continuing their support from the previous year. This underscores Tata Steel's role in supporting football in the country and especially in Jamshedpur for many decades. 'At Tata Steel, sports is a way of life. We have a long history of promoting football in India, from grassroots to professional leagues. Today, as we kick off the Durand Cup Trophy Tour, Tata Steel feels proud to be associated with the Indian Army and the Government of Jharkhand and thank them for giving us an opportunity to host part of the Durand Cup Football Tournament in Jamshedpur," said DB Sundara Ramam, Vice President Corporate Services, Tata Steel Limited. When Is durand Cup in Jamshedpur? The three trophies will travel through key city landmarks, including Mango Bus Stand, Sakchi Circle, and JUSCO Circle, before being displayed at the JRD TATA Sports Complex, which will be hosting the matches. Later, the trophies will also be showcased at Bistupur Square. The Trophy tour will continue tomorrow (8th July) from Jubilee Park at 6 AM and will be on display at the Tata Motors from 9 AM to 11 AM. The trophy will be displayed at the Tatanagar Railway Station from 12 Noon for three and a half hours before it moves on to the P&M Mall, which will be the final destination of the tour. Jamshedpur will host four teams, including hosts Jamshedpur FC, 1 Ladakh FC making their debut in the Durand Cup, Indian Army FT, and a Foreign Services Team adding an international flavour to the tournament. A total of seven matches, including one quarterfinal, will be played at the JRD Tata Sports Complex, with the first match scheduled on 24th July and other group stage matches on 29th July, 2nd, 5th, 8th, and 11th August. The quarterfinals will be played on 17th August. News18 Sports brings you the latest updates, live commentary, and highlights from cricket, football, tennis, badmintion, wwe and more. Catch breaking news, live scores, and in-depth coverage. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published:
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Jamshedpur set to host Durand Cup for second consecutive year as trophy tour begins
Durand Cup returns to Jamshedpur for second consecutive year with a grand trophy showcase with the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup as the city gets ready to host Asia's oldest football tournament for the second consecutive year. The three trophies of the Durand Cup were showcased here at the XLRI Auditorium in the presence of Shri. Santosh Gangwar, Hon'ble Governor of Jharkhand who was the Chief Guest of the event. Also present, were Shri Ramdas Soren, Hon'ble Minister of School Education & Literacy Development, Government of Jharkhand, Lt. Gen Mohit Malhotra, AVSM, SM, Chief of Staff, HQ Eastern Command and Chairman, Durand Cup Organising Committe and Shri. DB Sundara Ramam, Vice President Corporate Services, Tata Steel Limited. The three glittering pieces of silverware, the Durand Cup, the original prize and the rolling Shimla Trophy (presented by residents of Shimla in 1904), as well as the President's Cup which the winners keep permanently, will be then taken on a roadshow later in the day covering prominent city landmarks generating immense enthusiasm in the football loving city. Speaking on the occasion Shri. Santosh Gangwar, Hon'ble Governor of Jharkhand said, 'As one of Asia's oldest and most prestigious football tournaments, the Durand Cup is a symbol of tradition, discipline, and sporting excellence. The hosting of the Durand Cup in Jamshedpur for the second consecutive year is a testament to the state's growing stature in Indian sports. Its presence here reinforces the spirit of unity and aspiration among our youth. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi , India's sporting ecosystem has undergone a transformative shift with initiatives like Khelo India and TOPS empowering thousands of young athletes across the nation. Jharkhand, with its deep-rooted passion for football and a legacy of producing national and international talent, stands proudly at the heart of this movement. I extend my best wishes to all participating teams and hope this tournament continues to inspire generations to dream big.' Also speaking on the occasion the Guest of Honour for the event, Shri. Ramdas Soren emphasised, 'As we all know Durand Cup is the oldest tournament in Asia and it has so much history and it will be an honour for us to host this tournament again. Today I am feeling proud to say that Jharkhand has produced many players for the country whether it is in hockey or cricket and we have always contributed to sports. So it's a matter of great pride to have this tournament again in Jamshedpur and I hope that the people of Jharkhand enjoy the Durand Cup.' The audience were also treated to some enthralling performances with local artists performing Santhali and Chhau dances along with a Bhangra dance. Live Events Lt. Gen Mohit Malhotra shared his thoughts, ' For over 137 years, the Durand Cup has witnessed the evolution of Indian football, producing legends, uniting communities, and igniting passions across generations. In recent years, under the stewardship of Eastern Command, the Durand Cup has experienced remarkable growth in stature, reach and quality. Our efforts, in close partnership with stakeholders across the country, have ensured that the tournament retains its heritage while embracing modern professionalism. I invite the people of this great city, football enthusiasts, and the vibrant youth of Jharkhand to come forward, be part of history, and experience world-class football at your doorstep. Together, let us celebrate the beautiful game, honour tradition, and inspire the next generation.' Tata Steel's commitment to sports shines with the organisation's association of the prestigious Durand Cup, continuing their support from the previous year. This underscores Tata Steel's role in supporting football in the country and especially in Jamshedpur for many decades. 'At Tata Steel, sports are a way of life. We have a long history of promoting football in India, from grassroots to professional leagues. Today, as we kick off the Durand Cup Trophy Tour, Tata Steel feels proud to be associated with the Indian Army and the Government of Jharkhand and thank them for giving us an opportunity to host part of the Durand Cup Football Tournament in Jamshedpur', said Shri. DB Sundara Ramam, Vice President Corporate Services, Tata Steel Limited. The three trophies will travel through key city landmarks, including Mango Bus Stand, Sakchi Circle, and JUSCO Circle, before being displayed at the JRD TATA Sports Complex, which will be hosting the matches. Later, the trophies will also be showcased at Bistupur Square. The Trophy tour will continue tomorrow (8th July) from Jubilee Park at 6 AM and will be on display at the Tata Motors from 9 AM to 11 AM. The trophy will be displayed at the Tatanagar Railway Station from 12 Noon for three and a half hours before it moves on to the P&M Mall which will be the final destination of the tour. Jamshedpur will host four teams with hosts and pride of the Steel City Jamshedpur FC , 1 Ladakh FC who will be making their debut in Durand Cup, Indian Army FT and Tribhuvan Army FT of Nepal Army adding international flavour to the tournament. A total of seven matches, including one quarterfinal will be played at the JRD Tata Sports Complex with the first match scheduled on 24th July with the other group stage matches to be played on 29th July, 2nd, 5th, 8th and 11th of August. The quarterfinals will be played on 17th August.
India Gazette
14-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Jharkhand Governor, CM Soren pay tribute to CRPF officer killed in IED blast
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], June 15 (ANI): Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar and Chief Minister Hemant Soren paid solemn tribute to CRPF officer Satyawan Kumar Singh, who was killed in an IED blast during an anti-Naxal operation on Saturday. The IED blast took place during the security operation targeting Maoist activity in Odisha's Sundargarh district. Governor, addressing the press, said, 'It's a very painful incident. And we get to know that the incident happened near the border of Jharkhand. In the whole nation, action against Naxalism is going on, and paramilitary forces are working in this direction.' Further, Hemant Soren, speaking to the media, said, '...This incident happened during an operation. In the last several years, big operations have been continuously carried out in Jharkhand and the surrounding states, with great success. We are all saddened by this incident. The government stands with the family of the jawan.' The 34-year-old security personnel was posted at the CRPF 134 Battalion and has sustained injuries after an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded during a combing operation in a forest. 'Troops of 134 Bn and SOG Odisha conducted an Operation, wherein an IED Blast took place. ASI/GD Satyaban Kumar Singh (34) of 134 Bn sustained injuries in his left leg. The injured person was evacuated to a hospital in Rourkela in critical condition, where he succumbed to his injuries,' CRPF said in a statement. Earlier, Security forces gunned down four Naxalites, including three women, in an encounter which took place in the hilly area of Pachama Dadar in Madhya Pradesh's Balaghat district, police said on Saturday. Security forces also recovered a hand grenade, a rocket launcher, a 315 rifle and cartridges, Special DG Naxal, Pankaj Srivastava told ANI over the phone. 'Four Naxalites, including three women, have been neutralised in an encounter which took place in the hilly area of Pachama Dadar of Bithli police station. A hand grenade, a rocket launcher, a 315 rifle and cartridges have been recovered,' Special DG Naxal told ANI. Some Naxalites succeeded in escaping from the encounter site. The search operations for them are underway. Additionally, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also confirmed the development, calling it a part of the state's continuing mission to eliminate Naxalism by March 2026. (ANI)
The Print
26-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Cong stages dharna in Ranchi demanding recognition of Sarna religious code
The Congress, a part of the JMM-led ruling coalition in the eastern state, also submitted a memorandum to Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar, urging him to initiate steps in this regard. Jharkhand Congress president Keshav Mahto Kamlesh and in-charge K Raju were among those who took part in the demonstration to push for the inclusion of the code, practiced by the tribals, in the upcoming Census. Ranchi, May 26 (PTI) The Congress in Jharkhand on Monday staged a dharna outside the Raj Bhavan here, seeking recognition of the Sarna religious code. 'The Centre must include the Sarna religious code in the upcoming Census. This has been a long-pending demand of the tribals,' Kamlesh said. Congress leader and state Agriculture Minister Shilpi Neha Tirkey said the tribal society is free to follow and adopt its religion. 'It is our fundamental right. The tribal society believes in equality. The Sarna religious code must be included in the seventh column of the Census,' Tirkey said. 'The Sarna code is tied to the faith, traditions and religious identity of tribals. Its recognition has been a long-standing demand, but the BJP has remained silent on the issue,' Lohardaga MP Sukhdev Bhagat said. PTI SAN RBT This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
