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New Delhi: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will once again spearhead India’s campaign at the Hong Kong Super 500 badminton tournament, starting Tuesday. The world No. 3 men’s doubles pair, fresh from their bronze medal finish at the World Championships in Paris, have been India’s most consistent performers this season with multiple semifinal appearances across India, Malaysia, China, and Singapore. The eighth seeds will kick off their campaign against Chinese Taipei’s Chiu Hsiang Chieh and Wang Chi-Lin. In women’s singles, two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu will look to build on her impressive performance at the Worlds, where she crushed…

New Delhi: The Indian men’s hockey team produced a scintillating display on Sunday, defeating defending champions South Korea 4-1 in the Asia Cup 2025 final at Rajgir, Bihar, to claim the prestigious title and book their place in the 2026 Hockey World Cup. India got off to a flying start with Sukhjeet Singh scoring in the first minute. Dilpreet Singh netted twice (28’, 45’), while Amit Rohidas added a fourth goal in the 50th minute to seal a comprehensive win. The victory marked India’s first Asia Cup triumph since 2017 and ended an eight-year wait for continental glory.…

Team Goemkarponn OLD GOA: The 171st annual solemn Mass, “Ponjekaranchi Romari”, in honor of St Francis Xavier was offered by the Panjimites Welfare Society (PWS) on behalf of the citizens of Panjim. The Eucharistic celebration was led by Fr Cipriano Da Silva, parish priest of the Immaculate Conception Church, Panjim, along with Fr Patricio Fernandes, Rector of Bom Jesus Basilica, Fr Haston Fernandes, Fr Seby Vaz, Fr Sukhdev Tirkey, and Fr Jacaie Albuquerque. As part of the observance, PWS also felicitated its senior and female members at the Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa.

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a major setback to Goa government, the Supreme Court on Monday stayed all developmental works in and around Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary. The Court, hearing the Mhadei tiger reserve matter, has directed the Central Empowered Committee to submit a report within two weeks after hearing all stakeholders, including the petitioner and the Goa government. The apex court will take up the case again in six weeks after considering the CEC’s findings. The case stems from a petition filed by the Goa government challenging the Bombay High Court’s July 24, 2023 order directing the State to…

New Delhi: T20 legend Chris Gayle has opened up about the circumstances that led to his sudden exit from the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2021, revealing that he felt “disrespected” by Punjab Kings and struggled with mental health issues during that period. Gayle, who remains one of the most iconic players in IPL history with 4,965 runs, 357 sixes, and memorable stints with Kolkata Knight Riders, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings, said his departure was painful and unceremonious. Speaking on Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, the “Universe Boss” recalled feeling undervalued despite his contribution to the league. “I…

New Delhi: At least one person was killed in Kathmandu on Sunday as violent clashes broke out between security forces and protesters opposing Nepal’s recent social media ban. The protests, led largely by Gen Z demonstrators, escalated into chaos as crowds stormed restricted areas and breached the Federal Parliament premises. Authorities responded by imposing a curfew in parts of the capital and deploying the army to restore order. The government’s controversial decision to ban social media platforms has triggered widespread outrage, with critics calling it an attack on freedom of expression and a diversion from mounting corruption allegations.…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: PWD Minister Digambar Kamat on Monday afternoon directed the Public Works Department (PWD) and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) that henceforth, no flyover or bridge works should begin in the state without the construction of a dedicated and proper service road for commuters. Kamat issued the order during a joint inspection of the pothole-ridden stretch near Vales Junction, which has drawn widespread criticism from residents, commuters and pedestrians. The situation turned graver after two people recently lost their lives due to the ongoing flyover works. The minister carried out the inspection along with Transport…