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Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa’s Junior Boys badminton team put up a spirited fight at the ongoing Yonex-Sunrise West Zone Inter-State Badminton Championships 2025, held at the Indoor Stadium, Campal, Panaji, from September 3–6. On the opening day, the Goan boys stormed into the semi-finals with a thrilling 2-0 victory over Madhya Pradesh. Arjun Bhagat clinched a hard-fought singles match, while the doubles pair of Aswin Mannambalath and Shaheen Cherkala Kunjutty held their nerve in a nail-biting three-game battle to seal the tie. However, their campaign ended in the last four after going down 0-2 to Chhattisgarh, despite a commendable…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: The Bombay High Court at Goa has pulled up the state government after the Goa Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) sealed the historic Lyceum premises at Altinho, Panaji, without seeking the court’s consent. The bench directed that the locks be removed before the day ended, stressing that the property remains under the High Court’s possession despite the shift to the new Porvorim complex in 2021. The Lyceum buildings had served as the High Court’s home for nearly 20 years. Although the state has repeatedly sought custody of the premises, formal possession has not yet been handed over…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Water supply in Goa is set for a major upgrade, with Public Works Minister Subhash Phal Dessai announcing that within six months, 40% of the state’s population will receive an average of 18 hours of water daily. Another 40% will get 12 hours of supply, he said. Currently, just 24% of households enjoy 24×7 water, 45% receive around eight hours, while 9% get less than four hours. The minister said the government will put 325 MLD of water into circulation soon, ensuring longer and more reliable supply across the state. Phal Dessai said the initiative is…

Team Goemkarponn Panjim: Goa Tourism is set to make a vibrant mark at OTDYKH Leisure 2025, one of the world’s premier international travel and tourism exhibitions, scheduled from September 10–12 at the Timiryazev Exhibition Center, Moscow. The Goa Tourism Pavilion, located at B13, will spotlight the theme “Sunshine and More in Goa,” offering a holistic showcase of the state’s diverse tourism offerings. Hon’ble Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte said the participation reaffirms Goa’s position as a sought-after global destination. “Through the theme ‘Sunshine and More in Goa,’ we want to highlight the multifaceted experiences our state offers — from…

New Delh: India’s finishing woes came back to haunt them as they squandered a flurry of chances and settled for a 2-2 draw against defending champions Korea in their opening Super 4 match of the Men’s Asia Cup Hockey Tournament on Wednesday. Despite dominating possession and creating multiple opportunities, the Indian forwards failed to find the killer touch, allowing Korea to escape with a point. After a 50-minute rain delay, India made a strong start and deservedly took the lead in the 8th minute through Hardik Singh, who dazzled with a solo run from midfield before slotting past the…

New Delhi: Veteran India leg-spinner Amit Mishra has announced his retirement from all forms of professional cricket, ending a career that spanned over 25 years. Mishra, known for his sharp variations and control, represented India in 22 Tests, 36 ODIs and 10 T20Is, claiming 156 international wickets. Debuting in 2003, Mishra’s highlights include a five-wicket haul on Test debut against Australia, equalling Javagal Srinath’s world record of 18 wickets in an ODI series in Zimbabwe (2013), and a memorable 2014 T20 World Cup campaign. In the IPL, he stands as the seventh-highest wicket-taker with 174 scalps and remains…

New Delhi: Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has put the ball firmly in the selectors’ court when asked about his return to international cricket. The 35-year-old, who last represented India in November 2022, said that despite giving his 100% in domestic cricket, selection decisions are beyond his control. “The selectors will answer this question,” Bhuvneshwar told Dainik Jagran. “My job is to perform whenever I play—be it in the UP League, Mushtaq Ali, Ranji or one-day tournaments. I focus on fitness, line and length. Sometimes even good performances don’t guarantee opportunities, as luck also plays a role.” The swing specialist,…