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NEW DELHI: With the Asia Cup serving as the final gateway to secure qualification for next year’s Men’s Hockey World Cup, Indian team chief coach Craig Fulton has declared that his side is “putting everything on the line” in the continental championship. India will open their campaign against China on Friday. Having endured a disappointing European leg in the FIH Pro League, where India failed to seal automatic qualification, the Asia Cup now carries heightened significance. The World Cup is scheduled to be jointly hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands from August 14 to 30, 2026. “This is our flagship…

NEW DELHI: India’s shooting campaign at the Asian Shooting Championship in Kazakhstan witnessed both triumph and heartbreak on Thursday, as ace shooter Manu Bhaker wrapped up her tournament with three bronze medals, while veteran Gurpreet Singh clinched double gold in style. The 37-year-old Gurpreet emerged as the star of the day, topping the men’s 25m standard pistol event with a score of 572, including 18 inner tens, to edge out compatriot Amanpreet Singh, who also scored 572 but fell behind with 11 inner tens. China’s Su Lianbofan settled for bronze with 570 (15x), ensuring an Indian-dominated podium. Adding to the…

NEW DELHI: Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu produced one of her finest performances in recent months, stunning World No. 2 Wang Zhi Yi of China in straight games to storm into the quarterfinals of the BWF World Championships on Thursday. The 15th-seeded Indian ace, who clinched the world crown in Basel in 2019, took just 48 minutes to outclass Wang 21-19, 21-15 in the pre-quarterfinals. The victory also tilted her head-to-head record against the Chinese to 3-2. Sindhu will now face Indonesia’s World No. 9 Putri Kusuma Wardani for a place in the semifinals and a record-equalling sixth…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa will play host to one of the country’s most prestigious healthcare gatherings—HIFAA 2025 (Healthcare Iconic Fashion and Awards)—scheduled for August 30 and 31 at the luxurious Taj Convention Center, Dona Paula. The landmark event is expected to bring together more than 500 renowned doctors and medical professionals from across India, cutting across diverse fields such as naturopathy, acupuncture, chiropractic care, modern medicine, and wellness therapies. HIFAA 2025 goes beyond the traditional award ceremony. It is envisioned as a platform of innovation, collaboration, and recognition that honors excellence in the medical field while sparking discussions on…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: Vasco was gripped by alarm on Friday morning when two balconies of Happy Apartments came crashing down, an incident linked to the ongoing monsoon fury that has left several ageing structures across the State vulnerable. While no injuries were reported, a two-wheeler parked in the basement of the building was damaged. The collapse once again highlighted the dangerous condition of old residential complexes in the port town, particularly as heavy rains continue to batter Goa. Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar, accompanied by councillor Shami Salkar, rushed to the site soon after the mishap. The Mamlatdar, Traffic…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The mysterious death of 21-year-old Kushagra Jain, a BITS Pilani Goa student found in his hostel room on August 17, has taken a new turn after forensic screening ruled out narcotics use but detected traces of a commonly prescribed blood pressure drug. Police confirmed that the Randox Multistat test showed no presence of illegal substances. Instead, it indicated the use of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, a drug class typically prescribed for hypertension and diabetes patients. “Nothing narcotic has been detected. The only substance found is a prescribed drug, possibly consumed in excess. We are still awaiting the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The festive mood of Ganesh Chaturthi in Goa has been dampened as heavy downpours lashed the state for the third consecutive day, causing widespread disruption to celebrations and routine life. Several parts of Margao, Salcete and other low-lying belts were inundated, restricting people indoors and leading to sparse crowds in usually bustling festival markets. Traders reported a sharp dip in business, with some saying their earnings had dropped to nearly half of what they expected. The persistent rain also left roads battered, worsening potholes and flooding key routes, making commuting hazardous. Residents complained of long delays and…