Mexico steps up World Cup security

IANS | March 7, 2026 9:28 AM

Mexico City, March 7 (IANS) Mexico will deploy around 100,000 security personnel to ensure public safety during this year's FIFA World Cup, President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Saturday.

Hockey: Pakistan and England book World Cup tickets with semi-final wins

IANS | March 6, 2026 10:19 PM

Ismailia (Egypt), March 6 (IANS) Pakistan and England booked their tickets to the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 by winning their respective semi-finals at the qualifying tournament in Ismailia, Egypt, on Friday. England made sure of their spot with an emphatic 7-1 win over Malaysia, while Pakistan pulled off a last-gasp 4-3 victory over Japan. The winners will meet in the final on Saturday.