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Jamshedpur FC sold for just ₹100: Tata Steel transfers club to Churchill Brothers

Tata Steel approved selling Jamshedpur FC to Churchill Brothers for a nominal ₹100. The deal includes the Indian Super League sporting license and player contracts. Churchill Brothers will assume these obligations starting September 2026. This exit follows Tata Steel's announcement of non-participation in the 2026-27 ISL season.

The Economic Times

India pull out of ASEAN Cup to prioritise Brazil friendly

India has withdrawn from the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup tournament. This decision prioritizes a high-profile friendly match against Brazil in October. The AIFF stated they cannot participate in both events simultaneously. India will now use the international window for other friendly matches. This move comes after earlier accepting the ASEAN…

The Economic Times

Please reconsider JFC's ISL withdrawal: AIFF chief Chaubey appeals to Tata group

AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey urged Tata to reconsider its Jamshedpur FC withdrawal. He believes Tata's decision was not purely financial, despite assurances. Chaubey respects Tata's long-standing contribution to grassroots football development. The AIFF hopes for Tata's continued presence in senior league football. The federation is ready to incorporate suggestions for…

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JFC's ISL exit is a long-planned strategic move, not linked to anything else: Tata Steel VP

Jamshedpur FC's withdrawal from the Indian Super League was a planned strategic decision. This move focuses on strengthening grassroots football development and nurturing young talent. The club's decision was independent of any league commercial future uncertainties. Tata Steel aims to return to its legacy of identifying and developing players. The…

The Economic Times

Brazil to face India in historic football friendly in Kolkata on October 3

Brazil's national football team will play India in a friendly match. This historic fixture is scheduled to take place in Kolkata on October 3. The match marks Brazil's first-ever game on Indian soil. India will face their highest-ranked opponent since 1992. This event revives Kolkata's deep connection with Brazilian football.

The Economic Times

‘Everyone is hooked on football’: Indian league seeks to ride World Cup wave

Club chiefs hope that a revitalised setup can help huge interest in this summer’s tournament translate into growth of the Indian domestic game

The Guardian - UK

Spain deserved World Cup win after neutralising Messi: Indian football legends

In a thrilling final, Spain triumphed over Argentina to seize the World Cup title, displaying unparalleled skill and precision. Legends from Indian football praised Spain's robust defensive strategy and high pressing game. Lionel Messi found himself effectively contained by Spain's dual-marking tactics. Despite Argentina's challenges, goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was instrumental…

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Not mandatory for ISL clubs to sign Overseas Citizen of India players: All India Football Federation

The All India Football Federation has clarified OCI player signings are optional. Clubs are encouraged but not mandated to enlist Overseas Citizen of India players. The federation also stated that an Indian striker requirement is now optional. This decision follows discussions with Indian Super League teams regarding league operations. AIFF…

The Economic Times

Indian Super League secures full season after clubs win rights deal

India's top football league will resume with a full season after a year of uncertainty. Clubs will now manage commercial operations, including sponsorship and marketing rights. The All India Football Federation will retain administrative authority over the Indian Super League. The 2026-27 season is scheduled to begin on September 4…

The Economic Times

Mohun Bagan pull out seven players from India squad for Unity Cup over pre-FIFA window concerns

The seven players, who were part of the 28-member India squad selected by coach Khalid Jamil for the four-nation tournament, were scheduled to fly to London from Bengaluru on Sunday. The camp was being held in Bengaluru.

The Economic Times

No games, no league and now no City Football Group: Indian football faces up to ‘global embarrassment’

CFG have ditched Mumbai City and losing the glamour will hurt the game in the world’s most populated nation

The Guardian - UK

The New Indian Football Season Kicks Off in December 2025

The Indian football season begins in December, and with it come new changes. Football fans across India will experience a revamped league calendar. This is a result of several meetings between the AIFF (All India Football Federation) and FSDL (Football Sports Development Limited) since the start of the year. Analysts…

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Firefly Stock Jumps As Nvidia Partnership Boosts AI-Driven EEG Technology For Neurological Care

Firefly Neuroscience (NASDAQ:AIFF) stock gained after it unveiled its CLEAR (CLeaning EEG ARtifacts) Platform on Tuesday. This next-generation system is designed to deliver electroencephalogram (EEG) data quality. Powered by Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) L40S GPU with Ada Lovelace architecture, the platform sets a new standard for signal fidelity while accelerating clinical innovation.

Benzinga

Indian Super League in turmoil with domestic game on brink of collapse

Dispute between governing body and commercial partner has forced top-flight clubs to suspend player salaries

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Bengaluru stops salaries as India’s Super League turmoil deepens

Indian Super League side Bengaluru has stopped player salaries amid ‘uncertainty’ around domestic football season.

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Indian FA fall victim to hoaxers after legendary former Barcelona duo 'apply' for national manager job

The Indian FA received 170 applications for the national team job and two will have really stood out

Sports Illustrated

Man City’s Pep Guardiola Tied Up in International ‘Hoax’

Former Barcelona boss Xavi Hernández was also involved in the same debacle.

The Guardian - UK

Indian FA confirms job applications from Xavi and Guardiola were hoaxes

The All India Football Federation has revealed that emails about the manager’s job, purportedly from Pep Guardiola and Xavi Hernández, were ‘not genuine’

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Indian football ‘hurt, scared’ as domestic game hits new low

Veteran India striker Sunil Chhetri warns football in the country is on the brink as new crisis looms.

Fortune

Runway's AI transformed films. The $3 billion startup's founders have a bold, new script: building immersive worlds

Runway, the $3 billion AI video startup, has hosted the AI Film Festival since 2023 to showcase short films made with AI. This year’s festival offered a view into the company’s future.

The Times of India

Kerala Blasters did no wrong: AIFF

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has told NorthEast United FC that Kerala Blasters cannot be punished for fielding Dusan Lagator, who had a pending suspension at the time of his transfer from Hungarian club Debreceni VSC to India.

The Times of India

With Sunil Chhetri returning from retirement, India aim to beat Maldives, Bangladesh with clean sheets

It will be a challenging task, but senior defender Sandesh Jhingan expressed on Saturday that the Indian football team aims to defeat Maldives and Bangladesh without conceding a goal in the upcoming international matches. India is set to host Maldives in an international friendly on March 19, followed by a…

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This Hidden-Gem Stock Is Skyrocketing on Nvidia News. Should You Buy It Now?

Firefly Neuroscience’s stock has skyrocketed over 200% in five days after joining Nvidia’s Partner Connect Program.

The Times of India

Ashalata Devi to become first Indian woman footballer to play 100 international matches

KATHMANDU: Captain Ashalata Devi will become the first Indian woman footballer to play 100 international matches when she takes the field in the SAFF Championship opening match against Pakistan on Thursday.

The Times of India

Exclusive | 'I could've played in Europe if...': Former Manchester City star Terry Phelan reveals Sunil Chhetri's honest admission

NEW DELHI: A few days back, Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri etched his name deeper into the history books by becoming the all-time highest goalscorer in the Indian Super League (ISL).

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