A little bit of hunger is good for you," says Serge Pizzorno. "Keeps you going. The Kasabian frontman is describing a typical day in his home recording studio. Snacks and phones are banned, but he might screen a film in the background (typically something by David Lynch) while he tinkers with his
Three killed in separate wall collapse incidents in Odisha amid heavy rainfallOdisha recorded 1,154.3 mm of rainfall between June 1 and August 31 against its normal seasonal rainfall of 1,150.2 mm Updated on: Sep 2, 2026, 07:49:44 IST By Debabrata Mohanty Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link
Vaishnavi Patil, 26, was supposed to share the stage with Rahul Gandhi at a Congress party event for women in Pune last month. She could not address the crowd because of time constraints but was far from disappointed. “This was the first event where a political party head was talking about
ICTS 2026: Centre says Delhi set to get comprehensive road-grid plan within 3-4 monthsThe Capital is set to get a comprehensive road-grid plan within months as the Centre moves to implement the city’s new master plan, a senior Union housing and urban affairs ministry official said on Tuesday
Fact check: Is Dollywood closing permanently after a fire? Could Disney buy the park for $200 billion?Rumors that Dollywood burned down and is permanently closing are false. The park remains open. While, Disney takeover claims are also untrue. Published on: Sep 2, 2026
As India moves from AI experimentation to real-world application, the ET AI Awards 2027 recognise organisations, teams and leaders driving AI innovation, business transformation and measurable impact. Across AI startups, SMEs and enterprises, the awards spotlight excellence in AI products
Erin Piacenti’s killer posted about ‘stabbing others for no reason’ months before attackMonths before killing Bank of America VP Erin Piacenti, Pamela Cisneros shared a series of posts where she rambled about religion, the meaning of life and more Updated on: Sep 2, 2026
Ariana Grande made an emotional exit on Tuesday night, as she wrapped up her Eternal Sunshine tour, and prepared to step back from public life. The singer was occasionally close to tears - most notably during One Last Time, the song that took on extra meaning as an anthem for survivors of the 2017
Aditi Chauhan Revives She Kicks Football League: 'Idea Is To Provide A Platform For Girls Who Aspire To Go Professional'
Aditi Chauhan Revives She Kicks Football League: 'Idea Is To Provide A Platform For Girls Who Aspire To Go Professional'
Former India captain Aditi Chauhan has relaunched the She Kicks Football League (SKFL), a multi-city competition dedicated exclusively to women.
SKFL began its 2025 season in Bengaluru on September 7 and will now travel to Kolkata, Delhi and Mumbai.
Chauhan, who has been at the forefront of developing the women's game in India, in an exclusive interaction with News18 Sports, explained why this league is so significant.
“I think it's been amazing. I was there last Sunday when we started this league here in Bangalore. This is the first time we're doing this league in multiple cities. It was a nervous moment for me, but I'm really happy with the way the first day went," she said.
According to her, the initiative is not just about competition, but about building pathways. “The vision behind doing the league and conducting this tournament was to provide a platform for the youngsters, for the girls who aspire to reach the next level or aspire to go to the national team or beyond and play professionally. Based on the feedback and the level of competition, I think we are achieving that purpose."
The SKFL league features a diverse mix of professional, semi-professional, and amateur teams, providing a platform for both established and emerging players. Beyond the football pitch, the league has committed to donating 15% of its net profits to the Aditi Chauhan Foundation, ensuring grassroots development remains a priority.
But why start in metros like Bengaluru, Kolkata, Delhi and Mumbai rather than football “hotspots", Chauhan is clear: “We've done Delhi before, we've done Mumbai before, but not multiple cities at once. For us, starting from metro cities made sense because we knew there is participation, and the pool of players is bigger. The idea in the future is to grow bigger and go deeper into Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. But for that, we need resources and finances. Even with these four cities, it has been hard to find sponsors."
She also pointed out that talent today is no longer confined to traditional hubs. “If you had said this a couple of years ago, I would have agreed with you that Manipur or Haryana are hotspots. But that's not the story now. Women's football has grown all around the country. You have players from Bangalore, Maharashtra and Delhi. So the reality is much wider than what's visible at first," Chauhan said.
Accessibility, she stressed, is not just about location but also affordability. “Even in metro cities, not all girls have resources. Some come from smaller or underserved communities. We've even sponsored a few teams that couldn't pay the participation fees. So this league really has a mix of all kinds of players," she said.
Looking ahead, SKFL's schedule will see matches in Kolkata in October, Delhi in November and Mumbai in December. Chauhan acknowledged the challenges in some centres.
“In Kolkata, players are usually paid to play small tournaments, so getting teams to pay and play here is difficult. We're burning out of our own pocket, but we've committed ourselves because there is so much talent and culture of football there," she said.
Swipe Left For Next Video
For Chauhan, SKFL is about filling gaps in the system: “Yes, there are state leagues everywhere, but not everyone gets the opportunity. A lot of our participants are under-17 girls who don't always get the chance to play in state leagues. They train at academies, but need competitive minutes to prove themselves. That's what She Kicks is providing."
As the league expands, she hopes its impact will stretch beyond the pitch. “We believe in our vision, but we do need support. We can't do everything on our own. I hope what we deliver this year brings more sponsors and more support in the future," Chauhan concluded.
Source: News18
Related Posts: Bridal Mantra by The Hindu relaunched Former India women’s cricket team captain Jhulan Goswami summoned for hearing under SIR Former Indian Cricketer Backs KL Rahul As India’s ODI Captain Former India Cricketer Explains What Shubman Gill Must Fix As Captain Aditi Rao Hydari Flags Fake WhatsApp Account Impersonating Her Aditi Rao Hydari on rise of negative PR Aditi Rao Hydari warns fans about impostor contacting photographers on WhatsApp Meet Aditi Govitrikar Step inside Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth's first home in Chennai Ishan Kishan’s rumoured girlfriend Aditi Hundia’s summer wardrobe decoded
About a century ago, long before environmental degradation became the crisis of our times, Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore had sounded early warning bells about the destruction of forests. Though Tagore was born in the city of Kolkata, he had a deep and abiding contact with nature from childhood
6 hours ago
Editorial independence is core to our work. Some links may earn us a commission, without influencing our opinions.The joy of drawing anywhere starts with the right tablet, and these six options make a strong case for leaving the deskLarge canvases
6 hours ago
Cops quiz witnesses to form ‘watertight’ case over Greater Noida-Delhi bus gangrapeA police officer associated with the probe said that they have written to the Forensic Science Laboratory to expedite the report. Updated on: Sep 2, 2026, 07:21:59 IST By Hemani Bhandari Prefer HTon Google Share
6 hours ago
The Supreme Court quashed several first information reports against protesters. It invoked constitutional powers to ensure complete justice for young participants. The court also directed that similar cases in other states shall not be pursued
6 hours ago
Orry reveals he went to Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 without informing his parents: ‘Not fragile Barbie doll people paint me’Orry has impressed one and all with his performance in multiple stunts on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. Updated on: Sep 2, 2026, 06:15:26 IST By Santanu Das Prefer HTon Google Share
6 hours ago
Manchester City have completed the signing of Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for a joint-British transfer record £125m. The Fernandez deal takes City's spending to a Premier League record £458m for a single transfer window, surpassing Liverpool's £415m from last summer
6 hours ago
Gurgaon woman busts myth of ‘lavish corporate life’, says salary disappears after paydayA Gurgaon woman shared how bills and daily expenses left her with little of her salary soon after payday. Published on: Sep 1, 2026, 14:24:23 IST By Mahipal Singh Chouhan Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy
1 days ago
A 25 groove philosophy: John Ternus built his way to Apple’s top jobThe parts nobody sees are exactly the ones worth getting right. That has always been Apple’s approach. That is also the John Ternus way Published on: Sep 1, 2026, 12:11:04 IST By Vishal Mathur Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy
1 days ago
US army secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after reported tensions with Pete HegsethDan Driscoll's departure is the latest high-profile exit at the US defense department under defense secretary Pete Hegseth. Updated on: Sep 1, 2026, 14:18:54 IST Bloomberg Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link US Army
1 days ago
Who is Hannah Israel? Heartbroken owner speaks out after beloved donkey HeeHaw is killed by cop: ‘He was my son!’Hannah Israel, the owner of a donkey, HeeHaw, was left heartbroken after a Cedartown police officer allegedly shot the animal dead in Polk County. Published on: Sep 1, 2026
1 days ago
India is preparing a framework that would let AI agents make small digital payments without approval for every transaction, three sources familiar with the matter said, potentially making UPI one of the world's largest networks with agentic payments
1 days ago
The Delhi High Court sought a response from the Wrestling Federation of India. Olympian Vinesh Phogat challenged two show-cause notices issued against her. She alleges arbitrary and discriminatory disciplinary actions by the federation. Phogat also seeks a fair framework for women athletes
1 days ago
Mirzapur: The Movie, starring Ali Fazal and Pankaj Tripathi, is all set to hit theatres on September 4, and fans of the popular web series are eagerly waiting to see the Mirzapur universe expand to the big screen. The film has been passed with an ‘A’ certificate by the CBFC and has a runtime of
1 days ago
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday once again appealed to Indians not to travel abroad and refrain from buying gold. “Avoid organising destination weddings in foreign countries,” said Modi in a video posted from Kyrgyzstan. The prime minister is in the country for the Shanghai Cooperation
1 days ago
A dark wall appears from behind the buildings at Gyirong, on the Chinese side of the Nepal-Tibet border. At first, it looks almost like a black cloud. Then it gathers shape and speed: water, mud, boulders, ice and rock surging down the valley
1 days ago
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said the BJP’s 10-day ‘Ballari Chalo’ padayatra gives Congress an opportunity to counter the opposition and that his party will plan a response. He also discussed drought assessment across Karnataka and criticised the FIR against Rahul Gandhi as
1 days ago
A content creator from China attempted to experience life as a woman in Delhi, but it took an unsettling turn after he started getting unwanted attention from men. Dressed in women’s clothing and walking through the city, the blogger claimed that several men approached him
1 days ago
Founder who survived on bread, water at 18 thinks everyone should go ‘completely broke’ onceA Mumbai-based founder claimed that surviving on bread and water at 18 removed his fear of startup failure and financial losses. Updated on: Sep 1, 2026
1 days ago
What the robots are telling usWhile setting their own athletic records at the robot Olympics, humanoid robots underline a visible shift from an engineering spectacle to being a commercial and trade leverage Published on: Sep 1, 2026, 11:48:03 IST By Vishal Mathur Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy
1 days ago
Sleeping until 9 am is often linked with laziness or a lack of discipline in Indian homes. But Gurgaon-based entrepreneur Jasveer Singh believes the idea needs to be questioned. The co-founder and CEO of Knot Dating said waking up early should not be treated as an achievement
1 days ago
Did you know the term 'Artificial Intelligence' was coined 71 years ago?The term “Artificial Intelligence” was coined by computer scientist in 1955, when he used it in a proposal for a summer research project at Dartmouth College. Updated on: Sep 1, 2026
1 days ago
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 22 states sued Amazon on Monday for allegedly "manipulating" online auctions for digital advertising, resulting in more than $20 billion in overcharges for 1.2 million customers. Amazon "has secretly and systematically overcharged its approximately 1
1 days ago
The death toll in Nepal from devastating floods on the border with Tibet has crossed 1,000, according to the country's disaster agency. More than 3,900 people remain missing - of whom more than 600 are workers believed to be trapped in a vast network of mud-filled tunnels at hydropower sites along
1 days ago
‘Prove my role, I’ll retire’: Karanataka minister Priyank Kharge challenges HD Kumaraswamy over KPSC rowKarnataka minister Priyank Kharge claimed Kumaraswamy was asked by the RSS or Amit Shah to target him. Updated on: Sep 1, 2026, 14:28:17 IST PTI Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link
1 days ago
Always looking for a sweet treat after dinner? Fitness coach Eric Roberts shares 3 reasons for late-night sugar cravings Published on: Sep 1, 2026, 14:09:20 IST By Eshana Saha Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link Read more to find out why your sugar cravings intensify at the end of the day!
1 days ago
3-year-old kidnapped from Delhi found 1,000 km away in Bihar; accused woman had 6 daughters, wanted a sonThe child went missing while he was playing near his mother, who had gone to the hospital to collect medicines, police said. Updated on: Sep 1, 2026
1 days ago
63-year-old grandmother shares 1 exercise senior citizens must do to stay independent as they age: 'Knee pain is tricky' Published on: Sep 1, 2026, 14:05:05 IST By Sanya Panwar Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link Think you should skip squats due to knee pain? This 63-year-old fitness coach says
1 days ago
