LUCKNOW, Oct. 26 -- The Indian women's handball team brought glory to the nation by winning the IHF Women's Trophy (Asia Zone II) in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. In the final, the Indian team defeated the hosts, Bangladesh, with a score of 28-16 to clinch the gold medal. With this victory, India also qualified for the upcoming Asian Women's Handball Championship. Commander RK Srivastava, director general of Hockey India, has been conferred the prestigious FIH Order of Merit at the 50th Congress of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) in Doha, Qatar. FIH President Tayyab Ikram presented the award, with Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh among those present. The FIH Order of Merit honours individuals with at least 10 years of notable service to hockey or exceptional contributions to the international game. Lucknow's Commander Srivastava was recognised for his dedication to developing hockey in India and advancing the sport globally. Expressing gratitude, Commander Srivastava said the recognition reflected the collective efforts of everyone working to strengthen hockey. Bhola Nath Singh as well as UP Hockey's chief RP Singh congratulated him, calling the honour a matter of pride for Hockey India. The Lucknow District Kho-Kho Association is organizing a two-day Junior Kho-Kho Tournament at the KD Singh 'Babu' Stadium, starting from October 26....