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Panaji: The Goa Startup Accelerator (GSA) Programme, an initiative of the Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa, through the Startup & IT Promotion Cell (SITPC), has marked an important milestone, reflecting steady progress in strengthening the state’s startup ecosystem. Launched on February 12, 2026, the five-month structured accelerator programme has been designed to support startups through focused mentorship, market access and growth opportunities. The programme witnessed an encouraging response, with over 160 applications received, out of which 45 startups were shortlisted for the accelerator. Over the past few weeks, these startups have undergone a series…

New Delhi: Nirmala Sitharaman said India has sufficient fiscal space to respond to global challenges and support sectors affected by the escalating crisis in West Asia, highlighting the country’s financial resilience amid global economic uncertainty. Speaking at an event organised by the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy in New Delhi, the Finance Minister noted that the global economy is currently facing significant volatility, uncertainty and complexity. She pointed out that rising global public debt and geopolitical tensions have added further pressure on economic stability worldwide. Sitharaman said the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has moved beyond a…

New Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal appeared in person before the Delhi High Court seeking the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from hearing the petition filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation challenging the discharge of the AAP leader and other accused in the alleged liquor policy case. After waiting in court for nearly three hours, Kejriwal informed the bench that he intended to argue the recusal application himself. He requested the court to accept his plea on record, stating that as a litigant appearing in person he was unable to file the application through the court’s online system. Representing the…

New Delhi: Amit Shah launched a strong attack on Mallikarjun Kharge after the Congress president compared the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh to a “poisonous snake,” urging voters to respond decisively in the upcoming elections. Addressing a public rally in Patharkandi in Assam, the Union Home Minister criticised the remarks and said the people would give a fitting reply through their votes. He pointed to the large crowd present at the rally and said the enthusiasm of party workers and supporters reflected strong public support for the BJP. Shah also referred to the election scheduled on April…

New Delhi: Narendra Modi has said that increasing the strength of the Lok Sabha will benefit every state and ensure that no region loses parliamentary representation as the government moves ahead with plans to implement women’s reservation in legislatures. Speaking at a rally in Barpeta in Assam, the Prime Minister said women have waited long enough for representation in Parliament and state assemblies. He stated that the government aims to implement the one third reservation for women by the time of the 2029 general elections. To facilitate this reform, the government plans to increase the number of seats in Parliament…

New Delhi: Campbell Wilson has stepped down as the Chief Executive Officer of Air India, bringing an early end to his leadership tenure that was originally set to continue until July 2027. Wilson had been appointed CEO and Managing Director of the airline in 2022 on a five year contract following the airline’s transition to private ownership under the Tata Group. His resignation comes before the completion of that term, though the airline has not yet provided detailed reasons for his departure. A veteran of the aviation industry with more than three decades of experience, Wilson built much of his…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Lalit Modi has criticised the current structure of the Indian Premier League, claiming the tournament is missing out on nearly ₹2,400 crore in potential revenue because it no longer follows the complete home and away format originally planned for the league. The former IPL commissioner said the present system, introduced after the league expanded to ten teams in 2022, has significantly reduced the number of matches. Under the original concept, each team was expected to play every other team twice, once at home and once away. Such a format would result in around 90 league matches followed…