India dominate Chile 6-0 to advance to Women's Nations Cup final India delivered a commanding performance to defeat Chile 6-0 in the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup semifinal on Saturday, securing their place in the final. The match, held in Auckland, saw the Indian team showcase their superiority with a clinical display of skill and precision, leaving Chile struggling to mount a meaningful challenge. The victory marked India’s fourth consecutive win in the tournament, further cementing their dominance. Navneet Kaur and Deepika were the standout performers, each scoring two goals. Navneet opened the scoring with a penalty corner conversion in the 6th minute, followed by a deflected shot in the 13th. Deepika added two goals, one from a penalty corner in the 14th minute and another from a set-piece in the 18th, which extended India’s lead to 4-0 at halftime. Captain Salima Tete, named player of the match, played a pivotal role in orchestrating India’s attack. Her surging run down the left flank in the 2nd minute led to a precise cross for Navneet, who scored the second goal. Tete’s all-round performance, including her defensive contributions, was crucial in maintaining India’s control throughout the match. India continued their dominance after halftime, with Neha converting a penalty corner in the 32nd minute to make it 5-0. Rutuja Dadaso Pisal added the sixth goal in the 39th minute with a reverse hit from open play, sealing the victory. Chile, despite creating a few chances in the final quarter, failed to break India’s resolve. Goalkeeper Savita made several crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet, ensuring India’s commanding lead. The win sets up a final showdown between India and the winner of the second semifinal, which features the USA and host nation New Zealand.#india #chile #deepika #navneet_kaur #salima_tete
Did the time change last night? Here's what happened on Daylight Saving Time 2026 Daylight Saving Time began on Sunday, March 7, 2026, when clocks were moved forward by one hour, causing most Americans to lose an hour of sleep. In Boston, sunrise occurred at 7:08 am on the day of the change, compared to 6:09 am the previous day, while sunset shifted from 5:41 pm to 6:42 pm. This adjustment, which has been observed annually since 2007, marks the start of the seasonal time shift. The practice will conclude on Sunday, November 1, 2026, when clocks are set back by one hour. Daylight Saving Time is the practice of advancing clocks by one hour during spring and retreating them in autumn to extend daylight hours. First implemented in the United States in 1918 as a measure to conserve energy during World War I, the policy was later used again during World War II. Despite its historical purpose, the practice remains a subject of debate. Critics argue that the frequent clock changes disrupt sleep patterns and create confusion, while proponents highlight the benefits of longer evenings. The U.S. is not the only region to observe the practice. Much of Canada and parts of Mexico near the U.S. border also participate. In 2026, British Columbia announced plans to adopt a permanent daylight time zone, renaming it “Pacific Time.” However, Hawaii and Arizona have opted out of the practice, as have several U.S. territories including American Samoa, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Globally, the observance of Daylight Saving Time varies. Countries such as Israel, Lebanon, Cyprus, and Egypt follow the practice, while most of Africa and Asia do not. In South America, only Chile and Paraguay observe the time shift, and no Central American nations participate. The debate over its relevance continues, with some leaders, like former U.S.#donald_trump #daylight_saving_time #boston #pacific_time #chile
