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FIFA: FIFA suspends the Indian Football Federation

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  World Football Governing Body (FIFA) on Monday suspended the All India Football Federation of India with immediate effect. FIFA took this decision due to undue interference from third parties and violation of rules. Now India will not be able to host the Under-17 Women's World Cup to be held in the country from October 11-30. On the other hand, the Durand Cup will start in Kolkata on Tuesday, 16 August. Bangalore FC will take on Jamshedpur FC on the second day. 11 Indian Super League (ISL) clubs will participate in the tournament. FIFA has suspended the Indian Football Federation , saying the suspension has been taken for a "serious violation of FIFA rules". The Under-17 Women's World Cup cannot be held as planned in India at present. Earlier this month, the World Football Governing Body (FIFA) threatened the suspension of the All India Football Federation. This warning was given after the Supreme Court's direction to hold federation elections. However, the Su