Pakistan Hockey Team’s Asia Cup tour to India in doubt after Pahalgam terror attack

April 25, 2025 12:36 PM

Pakistan Hockey Team’s Asia Cup tour to India in doubt after Pahalgam terror attack

The Pakistan men's hockey team’s scheduled visit to India for the upcoming Asia Cup in Rajgir is under serious doubt following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives. The attack, perpetrated by terrorists with "cross-border linkages," has sparked outrage across India. In response, the Indian government has revoked visas issued to all Pakistani nationals, casting uncertainty over Pakistan’s participation in the Asia Cup, set to take place in Bihar’s Rajgir from August...

Matter of pride for Bihar to host Asia Cup in historic city of Rajgir: Nitish Kumar

April 1, 2025 12:12 PM

Matter of pride for Bihar to host Asia Cup in historic city of Rajgir: Nitish Kumar

Rajgir, Bihar's historic city, will host the Asia Cup 2025 following a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Hockey India and the Bihar State Sports Authority on Monday. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar called it a proud moment for the state. "Hosting the Asia Cup in Rajgir is a matter of immense pride and honour for Bihar. This event is more than just a sporting spectacle—it signifies our dedication to fostering sports and enhancing world-class infrastructure in the state. Rajgir...