Malaysia

India delivered a disciplined and tactically refined performance to overcome hosts Malaysia in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup, reinforcing their stature as one of the tournament’s most resilient contenders. The match showcased India’s improved coordination, sharper execution in the midfield, and well-timed offensive transitions. Despite Malaysia’s home advantage and energetic crowd support, India maintained control through sustained possession and decisive finishes. The result strengthens India's momentum at a crucial stage of the competition and signals a renewed confidence within the squad.

In a landmark move for sustainable fashion and Indian innovation, VKC, a leading footwear manufacturer, unveiled its new eco-conscious product line—Go Planet-D by Debongo—at an international event in Malaysia. Touted as the world's first 100% recyclable footwear brand, the initiative sets a global benchmark for sustainability in the footwear industry. With approximately 23 billion pairs of shoes produced annually and 22 billion discarded, often in landfills, VKC's solution offers a closed-loop recycling model.