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Gill confident India can still qualify for WTC final despite early struggles

Indian captain Shubman Gill has acknowledged the challenges of adjusting to his new leadership role. Despite the frustrations, Gill remains optimistic following a series win that yielded several positives for the team. He believes India still have a realistic chance of qualifying for the World Test Championship final. Gill is targeting strong performances in the upcoming series against New Zealand and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia early next year.

Hawaii launches multi-year drive to remove invasive red mangroves from Kailua wetlands

Environmental teams in Hawaii are planning a large-scale effort to eradicate invasive red mangroves across nearly two miles of waterways in Kailua. The project aims to protect endangered native waterbirds and reverse environmental degradation caused by the non-native species. Community volunteers and local organizations will play a key role in carrying out the extensive removal work. The initiative is backed by national foundation funding and is scheduled to begin in September 2026.

India beat Germany 3-1 at Hockey World Cup, claim best finish in 52 years

India defeated Germany 3-1 in the fifth-place playoff at the 2026 Women's Hockey World Cup, securing their best tournament finish since 1974. The first half ended goalless before India broke through with a goal from Ishika. Navneet Kaur then scored twice in quick succession to extend India's lead to 3-0. Germany reduced the deficit late in the match through Krings, but India held on to seal the result. The victory marks a historic milestone for Indian women's hockey after more than five decades.

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