Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for a visit to the United States on Wednesday. PM Modi and US President Joe Biden will meet on Friday for their first in-person discussion at the White House. The Indian PM will also address the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 25.

Modi-Biden meet: Both leaders to discuss trade, defence and clean energy

US President Joe Biden will host Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their first in-person bilateral meeting at the White House on September 24. WION brings you a quick recap of the friendship that the two leaders share.

The Modi-Biden Friendship: Biden will host Modi at the White House on September 24

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for a visit to the United States on Wednesday. During his trip from September 22-25, PM Modi will be meeting US President Joe Biden, Vice-President Kamala Harris, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, and Japanese Premier Yoshihide Suga.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins his US visit

India is trying to determine its place in the new world order. But, if India has to play the role of an influencer on the world stage, it will have to reinvent its approach. For that, India needs to define its allies and adversaries. Palki Sharma brings you a special report from Washington DC.

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US President Joe Biden will host Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House for their first bilateral meeting on September 24. Later on that day, Biden will host the first-ever in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit at the White House

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Indian PM Narendra Modi, Japanese PM Yoshihide Suga and Australian PM Scott Morrison heads to Washington, for the first in-person meeting of the Quad bloc on Friday. Watch this bulletin for more latest information.

UN General Assembly: Narendra Modi, Yoshihide Suga and Scott Morrison heads to Washington

US President Joe Biden will deliver his first speech on September 21 before the United Nations General Assembly since he took office. Biden is set to travel to New York City, home to the UN headquarters, on Tuesday.

WION-USA Direct: Joe Biden to deliver first UNGA speech as President on September 21

All eyes are on New York where world leaders will gather for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session. WION's Siddhant Sibbal explains Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's agenda and expectations from the high-level meeting.

WION-USA Direct: Indian PM Modi to address 76th session of the UNGA summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden will meet in-person for the first time this week for the Quad summit, along with leaders of Japan and Australia. The bilateral talks between Modi and Biden will focus more on Afghanistan, Pakistan and China.

WION-USA Direct: First in-person Modi-Biden bilateral meet

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with President Joe Biden during his visit to the United States. He will also participate in the first in-person QUAD leaders' summit in Washington on Sept 24th. On September 25, he will address the UN general debate of the UN General Assembly at its 76th session.

WION-USA Direct: Indian PM Modi to hold bilateral meeting with President Biden in Washington

India's PM Narendra Modi delivered a hard-hitting speech at the SCO summit saying that Afghanistan is proof that radicalisation is the biggest challenge to peace. But can anything concrete come out of the SCO? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

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Gravitas will be taking you to the United States for the upcoming Modi-Biden bilateral & the first-ever in-person QUAD summit. From Monday onwards, join Palki Sharma every evening at 9 PM IST & 3:30 PM GMT for live broadcasts from Washington DC & New York.

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The 21st meeting of the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) Council of Heads of State kickstarted in Dushanbe, Tajikistan in a hybrid format. Citing Afghanistan Crisis, Indian PM Narendra Modi spoke about the increasing radicalisation, which he said has become the biggest challenge to peace and security.

SCO Summit 2021: Indian PM Narendra Modi highlights threats to regional security

According to the Indian Foreign Ministry, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the first-ever in-person summit of Quad leaders in the US on September 24.

'PM Modi to attend first in-person Quad summit', says Indian Foreign Ministry

Afghanistan and expansion will be a key focus of the Shanghai Co-operation Organisation (SCO) that will take place on Friday (September 17). The summit, being hosted by Tajikistan, will take place in its capital Dushanbe in a hybrid mode.

SCO summit in Dushanbe expected to focus on Afghan crisis

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 13th BRICS summit via video conferencing along with Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chairs 13th BRICS summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday chaired the 13th annual summit of BRICS leaders via video conferencing. Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the meeting.

13th BRICS Summit: Leaders cover Afghanistan crisis, pandemic in speech

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 6th Eastern Economic Forum. He said that India will be a reliable partner of Moscow in realising its vision in developing the country's Far East region.

6th Eastern Economic Forum: 'India will be a reliable partner of Russia', says PM Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation or SCO heads of state summit virtually. The summit will take place from September 16 to 17 in Tajikistan's capital Dushanbe and will be in hybrid mode.

Indian PM Narendra Modi to attend SCO summit virtually

Before vs after: The renovated complex of Jallianwala Bagh memorial

During the 80th edition of Mann Ki Baat, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared his thoughts related to Sports Day. He also paid tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyanchand by remembering him on his birth anniversary.

PM Modi pays tribute to Indian Hockey player Major Dhyan Chand through 80th edition of Mann Ki Baat

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked former World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev and said that he has been a "constant source of inspiration for all sports lovers".</p>

<p>PM Modi, who was replying to Kapil Dev's tweet, further added, "All of us have to work together and ensure Indian sports reaches new heights in the times to come."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Kapil Dev took to Twitter to praise the Indian Prime Minister for&nbsp;his interaction with the medal winners at Tokyo Olympics 2020, which concluded on August 8 and Indian registered its best-ever medal haul at the Games.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Recently, PM Modi hosted the athletes at his official residence to have breakfast with him on Monday (August 16). He met and interacted with all the medal winners.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former skipper wrote, "Dear @narendramodiJi, Watched your interaction with Olympians and absolutely loved it. This will strike a chord with every sportsperson. aaj aapne puurii Sports Fraternity kaa dil jiit liyaa hai / jy hiNd! [You have won hearts of all sports fraternity, Jai Hind]"</p>

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<p>Badminton star PV Sindhu, Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, Mirabai Chanu, Bajrang Punia, boxer Lovlina Borgohain, wrestler Ravi Kumar Dahiya and Indian Men's hockey team were also present.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi in his Independence Day speech applauded the Indian Olympic athletes and said the country was proud of them for bringing glory to the nation and that their feat has inspired future generations.<br />
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked former World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev and said that he has been a "constant source of inspiration for all sports lovers".

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked former World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev and said that he has been a "constant source of inspiration for all sports lovers". PM Modi, who was replying to Kapil Dev's tweet, further added, "All of us have to work together and ensure Indian sports reaches new heights in the times to come." Earlier, Kapil Dev took to Twitter to praise the Indian Prime Minister for his interaction with the medal winners at Tokyo Olympics 2020, which concluded on August 8 and Indian registered its best-ever medal haul at the Games. IN PICS: India Independence - From Olympics to Cricket: When 'free India' shined in the world of Sports Recently, PM Modi hosted the athletes at his official residence to have breakfast with him on Monday (August 16). He met and interacted with all the medal winners. The former skipper wrote, "Dear @narendramodiJi, Watched your interaction with Olympians and absolutely loved it. This will strike a chord with every sportsperson. aaj aapne puurii Sports Fraternity kaa dil jiit liyaa hai / jy hiNd! [You have won hearts of all sports fraternity, Jai Hind]" ALSO READ | PM Narendra Modi fulfils promise, has ice cream with badminton star PV Sindhu - see pics Thank you @therealkapildev Ji for the kind words. You have been a constant source of inspiration for all sports lovers. All of us have to work together and ensure Indian sports reaches new heights in the times to come. https://t.co/gb1aifZBW0 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 18, 2021 × Badminton star PV Sindhu, Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, Mirabai Chanu, Bajrang Punia, boxer Lovlina Borgohain, wrestler Ravi Kumar Dahiya and Indian Men's hockey team were also present. PM Modi in his Independence Day speech applauded the Indian Olympic athletes and said the country was proud of them for bringing glory to the nation and that their feat has inspired future generations.

'All of us have to ensure Indian sports reaches new heights': PM Modi tells Kapil Dev

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level United Nations Security Council open debate on enhancing maritime security and the need for international cooperation in this field. PM Modi is the first Indian Prime Minister to preside over a UNSC open debate.

India chairs UNSC open debate, PM Modi lays roadmap for maritime security

Today, Narendra Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to chair a UN Security Council Debate. Prime Minister Modi shared a 5-point roadmap with world leaders to enhance maritime security. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Narendra Modi becomes 1st Indian PM to chair UNSC session, lays roadmap for maritime security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level United Nations Security Council open debate on enhancing maritime security and the need for international cooperation in this field. PM Modi is the first Indian Prime Minister to preside over a UNSC open debate.

India chairs UNSC debate; On the agenda: safe and secure maritime

Indian PM Modi chairs high-level debate at UNSC on enhancing maritime security

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tokyo-olympics-womens-hockey-team-goes-down-fighting-against-great-britain-in-bronze-medal-match-403301">women's hockey team</a> after they gave a spirited performance at Tokyo Olympics but&nbsp;missed a bronze medal narrowly. The Rani Rampal-led team went down fighting and lost the third-place match to Great Britain 3-4 on Friday (August 6). PM Modi said that the team reflected the "spirit of New India" and their "success" at Tokyo 2020 will motivate youngsters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We will always remember the great performance of our Women’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020. They gave their best throughout. Each and every member of the team is blessed with remarkable courage, skill and resilience. India is proud of this outstanding team," wrote PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team.</p>
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<p>He further added, "We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at #Tokyo2020 will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team."</p>

<p>Britain, who had won gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics, took a two-goal lead in the second quarter through goals by Elena Rayer and Sarah Robertson. India, who have never won an Olympic medal in women's hockey, pulled level after drag-flick specialist Gurjit Kaur scored twice off penalty corners. Britain then conceded another goal that gave India a 3-2 lead going into the break, but kept fighting to turn the tables in the final leg of their Tokyo campaign. Hollie Pearne-Webb equalised in the 35th minute, while Grace Balsdon scored Britain's winning goal from a penalty corner in the last quarter.</p>

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<p>Indian sports minister Anurag Thakur also praised the team, he wrote, "India’s daughters - our determined athletes; we are immensely proud of you! A giant leap of faith &amp; fighting spirit by our women’s hockey team; a legacy that will inspire us to do even better! You have shown us the way."</p>

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<p>India's run at the Tokyo Olympics had ups and downs as they were off to a disappointing start as they lost their first three games in the Pool stage. They then defeated Ireland and South Africa and then pulled off a stunning show against Australia in the knockout match to book a place in the semis. However, they lost the semis to Argentina.&nbsp;</p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the women's hockey team after they gave a spirited performance at Tokyo Olympics but missed a bronze medal narrowly. The Rani Rampal-led team went down fighting and lost the third-place match to Great Britain 3-4 on Friday (August 6).

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the women's hockey team after they gave a spirited performance at Tokyo Olympics but missed a bronze medal narrowly. The Rani Rampal-led team went down fighting and lost the third-place match to Great Britain 3-4 on Friday (August 6). PM Modi said that the team reflected the "spirit of New India" and their "success" at Tokyo 2020 will motivate youngsters. "We will always remember the great performance of our Women’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020. They gave their best throughout. Each and every member of the team is blessed with remarkable courage, skill and resilience. India is proud of this outstanding team," wrote PM Modi. We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at #Tokyo2020 will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 6, 2021 × ALSO READ | Tokyo Olympics wrestling: Bajrang Punia advances to semis after defeating Iran's Morteza Cheka Ghiasi We will always remember the great performance of our Women’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020. They gave their best throughout. Each and every member of the team is blessed with remarkable courage, skill and resilience. India is proud of this outstanding team. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 6, 2021 × He further added, "We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at #Tokyo2020 will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team." Britain, who had won gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics, took a two-goal lead in the second quarter through goals by Elena Rayer and Sarah Robertson. India, who have never won an Olympic medal in women's hockey, pulled level after drag-flick specialist Gurjit Kaur scored twice off penalty corners. Britain then conceded another goal that gave India a 3-2 lead going into the break, but kept fighting to turn the tables in the final leg of their Tokyo campaign. Hollie Pearne-Webb equalised in the 35th minute, while Grace Balsdon scored Britain's winning goal from a penalty corner in the last quarter. ALSO READ | Tokyo Olympics hockey: Belgium claim first gold after shootout win over Australia Indian sports minister Anurag Thakur also praised the team, he wrote, "India’s daughters - our determined athletes; we are immensely proud of you! A giant leap of faith & fighting spirit by our women’s hockey team; a legacy that will inspire us to do even better! You have shown us the way." India’s daughters - our determined athletes; we are immensely proud of you! A giant leap of faith & fighting spirit by our women’s hockey team; a legacy that will inspire us to do even better! You have shown us the way.#Tokyo2020 #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/XD9Dsqp9So — Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) August 6, 2021 × India's run at the Tokyo Olympics had ups and downs as they were off to a disappointing start as they lost their first three games in the Pool stage. They then defeated Ireland and South Africa and then pulled off a stunning show against Australia in the knockout match to book a place in the semis. However, they lost the semis to Argentina.

'India is proud': PM Modi praises women's hockey team for 'outstanding' run at Tokyo Olympics

<p>Indian women's hockey team broke down during a telephonic conversation with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-is-proud-pm-modi-praises-womens-hockey-team-for-outstanding-run-at-tokyo-olympics-403324">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> as he praised them&nbsp;for their performance at Tokyo Olympics. Despite&nbsp;giving fierce fight against Great Britain, India lost 3-4 in the bronze medal match on Friday (August 6), however, the Rani Rampal-led team has been hailed as they managed to record its best-ever finish at the Games.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The team had already scripted history by entering the semi-finals of the Games for the first time but a medal would have been a monumental moment for the team and also for the nation. After the pulsating bronze medal match ended, PM Modi congratulated the team for their efforts. He said that the team reflected the "spirit of New India" and their "success" at Tokyo 2020 will motivate youngsters.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Now, a video is going viral, where&nbsp;PM Modi can be seen speaking to the team. Some of the players broke down during the conversation.<strong> Watch the video here:</strong></p>

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<p>Earlier, PM Modi tweeted, "We will always remember the great performance of our Women’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020. They gave their best throughout. Each and every member of the team is blessed with remarkable courage, skill and resilience. India is proud of this outstanding team."</p>

<p>He&nbsp; added, "We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at #Tokyo2020 will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team.</p>
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1423488701728919557?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p>In the match, Britain took a two-goal lead in the second quarter through goals by Elena Rayer and Sarah Robertson. India pulled level after drag-flick specialist Gurjit Kaur scored twice off penalty corners. Britain then conceded another goal that gave India a 3-2 lead going into the break, but kept fighting to turn the tables in the final leg of their Tokyo campaign. Hollie Pearne-Webb equalised in the 35th minute, while Grace Balsdon scored Britain's winning goal from a penalty corner in the last quarter.</p>

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Time to go a step higher in the second period. 💪<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GBRvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GBRvIND</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HaiTayyar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HaiTayyar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndiaKaGame?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndiaKaGame</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TokyoTogether?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TokyoTogether</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StrongerTogether?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StrongerTogether</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HockeyInvites?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HockeyInvites</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeAreTeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeAreTeamIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/hockeybelgium?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#hockeybelgium</a> <a href="https://t.co/GHVEwqbia9">pic.twitter.com/GHVEwqbia9</a></p>
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Indian women's hockey team broke down during a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he praised them for their performance at Tokyo Olympics.

Indian women's hockey team broke down during a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he praised them for their performance at Tokyo Olympics. Despite giving fierce fight against Great Britain, India lost 3-4 in the bronze medal match on Friday (August 6), however, the Rani Rampal-led team has been hailed as they managed to record its best-ever finish at the Games. The team had already scripted history by entering the semi-finals of the Games for the first time but a medal would have been a monumental moment for the team and also for the nation. After the pulsating bronze medal match ended, PM Modi congratulated the team for their efforts. He said that the team reflected the "spirit of New India" and their "success" at Tokyo 2020 will motivate youngsters. IN PICS | Indian women's hockey team captures nation's imagination, here's a look at their fairytale run at Tokyo 2020 Now, a video is going viral, where PM Modi can be seen speaking to the team. Some of the players broke down during the conversation. Watch the video here: #WATCH | Indian Women's hockey team breaks down during telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He appreciates them for their performance at #Tokyo2020 pic.twitter.com/n2eWP9Omzj — ANI (@ANI) August 6, 2021 × Earlier, PM Modi tweeted, "We will always remember the great performance of our Women’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020. They gave their best throughout. Each and every member of the team is blessed with remarkable courage, skill and resilience. India is proud of this outstanding team." He added, "We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at #Tokyo2020 will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team." We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at #Tokyo2020 will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 6, 2021 × ALSO READ | Tokyo Olympics hockey: Belgium claim first gold after shootout win over Australia In the match, Britain took a two-goal lead in the second quarter through goals by Elena Rayer and Sarah Robertson. India pulled level after drag-flick specialist Gurjit Kaur scored twice off penalty corners. Britain then conceded another goal that gave India a 3-2 lead going into the break, but kept fighting to turn the tables in the final leg of their Tokyo campaign. Hollie Pearne-Webb equalised in the 35th minute, while Grace Balsdon scored Britain's winning goal from a penalty corner in the last quarter. What an inspiring first half this has been! 👏 Time to go a step higher in the second period. 💪#GBRvIND #HaiTayyar #IndiaKaGame #Tokyo2020 #TeamIndia #TokyoTogether #StrongerTogether #HockeyInvites #WeAreTeamIndia #hockeybelgium pic.twitter.com/GHVEwqbia9 — Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) August 6, 2021 ×

Tokyo Olympics: Indian women's hockey team breaks down during conversation with PM Modi - watch

<p>So close, yet so far! Indian women's hockey had a medal in their sight but they went down fighting against Great Britain in the bronze medal match at Tokyo Olympics and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tokyo-olympics-indian-womens-hockey-team-goes-down-fighting-against-great-britain-in-bronze-medal-match-403301">lost 3-4</a>. The team has, however, inspired millions with their sensational campaign at Tokyo 2020. Despite the loss, the team has been earning praises for their valiant efforts. From Bollywood celebrities to sporting icons to politicians, members of the Indian women's team are winning hearts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian President Ram Nath Kovind praised the team. &nbsp;"Indian women's hockey team excelled on the field and won the hearts of every Indian with their stellar performance," he tweeted.</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote, "We will always remember the great performance of our Women’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020. They gave their best throughout. Each and every member of the team is blessed with remarkable courage, skill and resilience. India is proud of this outstanding team."</p>

<p><strong>IN PICS |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/indian-womens-hockey-team-captures-nations-imagination-heres-a-look-at-their-fairytale-run-at-tokyo-2020-403368">Indian women's hockey team captures nation's imagination, here's a look at their fairytale run at Tokyo 2020</a></strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Indian Women's Hockey team excelled on the field and won the hearts of every Indian with their stellar performance. We are proud of you all.</p>
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) <a href="https://twitter.com/rashtrapatibhvn/status/1423498573975461891?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team.</p>
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1423488701728919557?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p>The British team won the bronze medal but it was not easy as the Women In Blue gave them a tough fight. Britain, who had won gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics, took a two-goal lead in the second quarter through goals by Elena Rayer and Sarah Robertson. The Indian women bounced back and pulled level after drag-flick specialist Gurjit Kaur scored twice off penalty corners.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bollywood Shah Rukh Khan wrote in a tweet, "Heartbreak!!! But all reasons to hold our heads high. Well played Indian Women’s Hockey Team. You all inspired everyone in India."</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tokyo-olympics-indian-womens-hockey-team-breaks-down-during-conversation-with-pm-modi-watch-403422">Tokyo Olympics: Indian women's hockey team breaks down during conversation with PM Modi - watch</a></strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Heartbreak!!! But all reasons to hold our heads high. Well played Indian Women’s Hockey Team. You all inspired everyone in India. That itself is a victory.</p>
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<p>Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag wrote, "Brilliant Effort girls. You must hold your heads up high for the magnificent effort and the spirit with which you fought. You have been instrumental in making the nation ho crazy for Hockey again".</p>

<p>Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar said, "Well done #TeamIndia on giving your best and fighting till the very end. &nbsp;You may have lost the match but you have won our hearts. We are all very proud of you."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Brilliant Effort girls. You must hold your heads up high for the magnificent effort and the spirit with which you fought. You have been instrumental in making the nation ho crazy for Hockey again <a href="https://twitter.com/TheHockeyIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheHockeyIndia</a> . <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndvsGBR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndvsGBR</a> <a href="https://t.co/b6RSXbp9rN">pic.twitter.com/b6RSXbp9rN</a></p>
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) <a href="https://twitter.com/virendersehwag/status/1423485159916015616?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Well done <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> on giving your best and fighting till the very end. 🏑<br />
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You may have lost the match but you have won our hearts. We are all very proud of you.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Hockey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Hockey</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Olympics?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Olympics</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> <a href="https://t.co/zf2QRM5EBE">pic.twitter.com/zf2QRM5EBE</a></p>
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt/status/1423500181081927682?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p>Indian sports minister Anurag Thakur also praised the team, he wrote, "India’s daughters - our determined athletes; we are immensely proud of you! A giant leap of faith &amp; fighting spirit by our women’s hockey team; a legacy that will inspire us to do even better! You have shown us the way."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">India’s daughters - our determined athletes; we are immensely proud of you!<br />
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A giant leap of faith &amp; fighting spirit by our women’s hockey team; a legacy that will inspire us to do even better!<br />
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You have shown us the way.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://t.co/XD9Dsqp9So">pic.twitter.com/XD9Dsqp9So</a></p>
— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) <a href="https://twitter.com/ianuragthakur/status/1423488689116565507?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p><strong>Read some of the encouraging reactions here:&nbsp;</strong></p>

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Modi ji speaks to our hockey heroes!<br />
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As Hon <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> ji says, you are our pride, inspiration for millions back home!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianHockeyMyPride?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianHockeyMyPride</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/womenhockeyindia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#womenhockeyindia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/womenempowerment?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#womenempowerment</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Hockey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Hockey</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Olympics?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Olympics</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Olympics2021?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Olympics2021</a> <a href="https://t.co/EUJ5IToWKn">pic.twitter.com/EUJ5IToWKn</a></p>
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dev_Fadnavis/status/1423568299363688450?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A memorable performance by the Women’s hockey team! You showed true fighting spirit and showed unwavering focus to create history. Know that the whole nation is proud of you and excited to see the Tigresses continue to excel in the future 👏🏽🇮🇳<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Hockey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Hockey</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Teamindia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Teamindia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Olympics?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Olympics</a> <a href="https://t.co/MKjZBw39Ly">pic.twitter.com/MKjZBw39Ly</a></p>
— Sardar Singh (@imsardarsingh8) <a href="https://twitter.com/imsardarsingh8/status/1423544999585611780?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">An incredible performance by our women’s hockey team! You all played well and gave it your best! You have made India proud<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://t.co/MBWrJ7jBCJ">pic.twitter.com/MBWrJ7jBCJ</a></p>
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) <a href="https://twitter.com/priyankagandhi/status/1423522157120741376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulate Indian Women's Hockey Team for putting up a brave fight against Great Britain at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a>. Keep your fighting spirit up and keep inspiring. Wish you all the very best for future. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cheer4India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Cheer4India</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/womenhockeyindia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#womenhockeyindia</a></p>
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) <a href="https://twitter.com/Naveen_Odisha/status/1423489804273000458?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Thank you - that's all there is to say to our courageous women on our hockey team. No medal will match the encouragement, the will to dream and the hope you have given the young boys and girls of this country. You are my heroes. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Hockey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Hockey</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a></p>
— Sunil Chhetri (@chetrisunil11) <a href="https://twitter.com/chetrisunil11/status/1423537325045391362?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2021</a></blockquote>
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So close, yet so far! Indian women's hockey had a medal in their sight but they went down fighting against Great Britain in the bronze medal match at Tokyo Olympics and lost 3-4.

So close, yet so far! Indian women's hockey had a medal in their sight but they went down fighting against Great Britain in the bronze medal match at Tokyo Olympics and lost 3-4. The team has, however, inspired millions with their sensational campaign at Tokyo 2020. Despite the loss, the team has been earning praises for their valiant efforts. From Bollywood celebrities to sporting icons to politicians, members of the Indian women's team are winning hearts. Indian President Ram Nath Kovind praised the team. "Indian women's hockey team excelled on the field and won the hearts of every Indian with their stellar performance," he tweeted. Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote, "We will always remember the great performance of our Women’s Hockey Team at #Tokyo2020. They gave their best throughout. Each and every member of the team is blessed with remarkable courage, skill and resilience. India is proud of this outstanding team." IN PICS | Indian women's hockey team captures nation's imagination, here's a look at their fairytale run at Tokyo 2020 Indian Women's Hockey team excelled on the field and won the hearts of every Indian with their stellar performance. We are proud of you all. — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 6, 2021 × We narrowly missed a medal in Women’s Hockey but this team reflects the spirit of New India- where we give our best and scale new frontiers. More importantly, their success at #Tokyo2020 will motivate young daughters of India to take up Hockey and excel in it. Proud of this team. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 6, 2021 × The British team won the bronze medal but it was not easy as the Women In Blue gave them a tough fight. Britain, who had won gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics, took a two-goal lead in the second quarter through goals by Elena Rayer and Sarah Robertson. The Indian women bounced back and pulled level after drag-flick specialist Gurjit Kaur scored twice off penalty corners. Bollywood Shah Rukh Khan wrote in a tweet, "Heartbreak!!! But all reasons to hold our heads high. Well played Indian Women’s Hockey Team. You all inspired everyone in India." ALSO READ | Tokyo Olympics: Indian women's hockey team breaks down during conversation with PM Modi - watch Heartbreak!!! But all reasons to hold our heads high. Well played Indian Women’s Hockey Team. You all inspired everyone in India. That itself is a victory. — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 6, 2021 × Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag wrote, "Brilliant Effort girls. You must hold your heads up high for the magnificent effort and the spirit with which you fought. You have been instrumental in making the nation ho crazy for Hockey again". Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar said, "Well done #TeamIndia on giving your best and fighting till the very end. You may have lost the match but you have won our hearts. We are all very proud of you." Brilliant Effort girls. You must hold your heads up high for the magnificent effort and the spirit with which you fought. You have been instrumental in making the nation ho crazy for Hockey again @TheHockeyIndia . #IndvsGBR pic.twitter.com/b6RSXbp9rN — Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) August 6, 2021 × Well done #TeamIndia on giving your best and fighting till the very end. 🏑 You may have lost the match but you have won our hearts. We are all very proud of you.#Hockey #Olympics #Tokyo2020 pic.twitter.com/zf2QRM5EBE — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 6, 2021 × Indian sports minister Anurag Thakur also praised the team, he wrote, "India’s daughters - our determined athletes; we are immensely proud of you! A giant leap of faith & fighting spirit by our women’s hockey team; a legacy that will inspire us to do even better! You have shown us the way." India’s daughters - our determined athletes; we are immensely proud of you! A giant leap of faith & fighting spirit by our women’s hockey team; a legacy that will inspire us to do even better! You have shown us the way.#Tokyo2020 #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/XD9Dsqp9So — Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) August 6, 2021 × Read some of the encouraging reactions here: Highly emotional moments! Modi ji speaks to our hockey heroes! Dear Women’s Hockey team, As Hon @narendramodi ji says, you are our pride, inspiration for millions back home!#IndianHockeyMyPride #womenhockeyindia #womenempowerment #Hockey #Tokyo2020 #Olympics #Olympics2021 pic.twitter.com/EUJ5IToWKn — Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) August 6, 2021 × A memorable performance by the Women’s hockey team! You showed true fighting spirit and showed unwavering focus to create history. Know that the whole nation is proud of you and excited to see the Tigresses continue to excel in the future 👏🏽🇮🇳#Hockey #Teamindia #Olympics pic.twitter.com/MKjZBw39Ly — Sardar Singh (@imsardarsingh8) August 6, 2021 × An incredible performance by our women’s hockey team! You all played well and gave it your best! You have made India proud#TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/MBWrJ7jBCJ — Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) August 6, 2021 × Congratulate Indian Women's Hockey Team for putting up a brave fight against Great Britain at #Tokyo2020. Keep your fighting spirit up and keep inspiring. Wish you all the very best for future. #Cheer4India#womenhockeyindia — Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) August 6, 2021 × Thank you - that's all there is to say to our courageous women on our hockey team. No medal will match the encouragement, the will to dream and the hope you have given the young boys and girls of this country. You are my heroes. #TeamIndia #Hockey #Tokyo2020 — Sunil Chhetri (@chetrisunil11) August 6, 2021 ×

Tokyo Olympics: From politicians to celebs, India praises 'remarkable courage' of women's hockey team

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation at 4.30 pm today to mark the first anniversary of the new National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This policy replaces the thirty-four-year-old National Policy on Education (NPE), 1986. PM Modi launched multiple key initiatives in the anniversary event.

PM Modi addresses nation to mark first anniversary of National Education Policy (NEP), 2020

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in New Delhi on a two-day India visit. On Wednesday, Blinken will hold extensive talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and meet National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. He is also scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi before leaving for Kuwait.

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