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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In the suo motu PIL concerning illegal structures in Goa, the High Court has come down heavily on village panchayats for failing to submit compliance reports as directed earlier, and has ordered disciplinary action against erring officials. Taking serious note of the lapse, the Court directed an inquiry and called for appropriate disciplinary action under service rules against panchayat secretaries for dereliction of duty. The action pertains to their failure to file compliance reports as mandated by the High Court in its order dated March 6, 2025. During the hearing, the Division Bench of Justice Suman Shyam…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A political row has erupted within the BJP after Minister Mauvin Godinho publicly invited Mandrem MLA Jit Arolkar to join the party and contest the next Assembly election on a BJP ticket. Addressing the media, Godinho said that Arolkar would “certainly win” if he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party and contested from Mandrem on its ticket. “We want you to be in our party, and if you contest on our party ticket, then you will certainly win the election in Mandrem,” Godinho stated, extending an open offer to the MGP legislator. Responding cautiously, Mandrem MLA Jit Arolkar…

Team Goemkarponn KADSHI: A wild elephant, identified as Omkar, reportedly caused damage to a van owned by local resident Umesh Gad near Mopa, sparking fear among villagers. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident. The elephant is believed to have wandered close to human settlements, highlighting growing concerns over wildlife encounters in parts of North Goa. Residents expressed anxiety following the event, while forest officials are monitoring the situation to ensure safety for both people and the animal. Authorities have advised locals to stay cautious and avoid approaching the elephant as measures continue to prevent further incidents.

New Delhi: The All India Football Federation is likely to postpone its scheduled elections by three months after receiving a “no objection” from FIFA, allowing the governing body more time to align its constitution with the new National Sports Governance Act 2025. According to reports, the elections, initially expected to take place around September 2026, may now be held in December. The extension is intended to give the federation sufficient time to incorporate structural changes required under the new sports governance law and its accompanying regulations. Current AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey was elected on September 2, 2022, for a four…

New Delhi: Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami emphasised the importance of regular domestic cricket and maintaining peak fitness after delivering a standout performance that helped Lucknow Super Giants secure a crucial win in the Indian Premier League 2026. Speaking after the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad, Shami said staying connected with the game through domestic competitions had helped him maintain rhythm and sharpness. He explained that consistent match practice and physical fitness are essential for players to refine their skills and perform at the highest level. The experienced pacer delivered a clinical spell, finishing with impressive figures of two…

New Delhi: Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has questioned the planning of Chennai Super Kings after the team suffered its third consecutive defeat in the Indian Premier League 2026 season. CSK went down by 43 runs to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a match played in Bengaluru on Sunday night. The loss extended the Chennai franchise’s poor start to the tournament, with two of their three defeats coming by heavy margins. Analysing the match, Finch suggested that the issue went beyond execution and pointed to problems in the team’s overall strategy. He explained that captains can accept poor execution if the…

New Delhi: India’s top men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have withdrawn from the Badminton Asia Championships due to a shoulder injury to Rankireddy, leaving India to rely on its singles stars to lead the campaign. The duo, who clinched the continental title in 2023, decided to skip the tournament as Rankireddy continues to recover from a recurring shoulder problem. The pair had earlier pulled out of the Swiss Open before their quarterfinal match because of the same injury concern. With the withdrawal of the top ranked doubles team, India’s challenge will now be spearheaded by Lakshya Sen…