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New Delhi: China has strongly criticised US President Donald Trump’s latest tariff measures, with its envoy to India accusing Washington of using trade duties as a tool of intimidation. The remarks come after the US imposed steep 50% tariffs on Indian goods, citing the country’s imports of Russian oil — while sparing China and other major buyers. In a post on X, Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong said, “Give the bully an inch, and he will take a mile.” He accused the US of weaponising tariffs to “suppress other countries,” warning that such actions violate the UN…

Uttarkashi: Rescue efforts entered their second day on Thursday in Uttarakhand’s high-altitude Dharali village after a devastating cloudburst triggered flash floods in the Kheer Ganga river’s catchment area on August 6. The disaster has claimed at least six lives, with dozens still missing, including 30–31 tourists from Maharashtra. The calamity swept through Dharali and Harsil villages, washing away homes, roads, and bridges, and leaving a trail of destruction across Uttarkashi district. Nearly 274 people have been rescued so far, while around 180–200 tourists remain stranded in Gangotri, where they are receiving food, shelter, and medical aid from the armed…

Team Goemkarponn Pernem: The Mopa Airport Police has registered an FIR (No. 42/2025) against a driver and the management of cab aggregator Uber for allegedly operating in Goa without the required state transport permits. According to the complaint filed by the Assistant Director of Transport, Vasco City, South Goa, the accused—Devendra Satardekar, driver of vehicle GA-06-T-8723—was found picking up passengers through the Uber mobile app at Manohar International Airport, Mopa on March 5, 2025, around 12:45 pm. The FIR, registered on August 8 at 9:21 am, states that the driver acted in connivance with the management of Uber, which…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant clarified that no new cab aggregator like Uber has been granted permission to operate in Goa. He assured the House that allegations of Uber cabs plying illegally will be verified. The issue was raised by AAP MLA Venzy Veigas, who informed that a police complaint has already been filed at Colva Police Station.

New Delhi: Several major US retailers — including Walmart, Amazon, Target, and Gap — have halted orders from India following the United States’ decision to impose a steep 50% tariff on Indian goods. The move has sparked concerns of significant losses for India’s textile and apparel exporters, who are now facing cancelled shipments and rising costs. Exporters have reportedly received letters and emails from American buyers instructing them to pause apparel and textile deliveries until further notice. The buyers are unwilling to share the cost burden, leaving exporters to absorb the additional expenses. Industry estimates suggest the higher…

New Delhi: Amid escalating trade tensions, US President Donald Trump has made it clear that negotiations with India will not resume until the ongoing tariff dispute is settled. This follows Washington’s decision to double tariffs on Indian imports, raising the levy from 25% to 50%. An Executive Order issued this week cited national security and foreign policy concerns, specifically pointing to India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. The order stated that such imports pose an “unusual and extraordinary threat” to the United States, warranting emergency economic measures. Under the directive, the additional 25% tariff will take effect in 21…

Team Goemkarponn Fatorda: The 37th V.M. Salgaocar Major Ranking Table Tennis Tournament, held at the Multipurpose Stadium, Fatorda, turned into a showcase of emerging talent and seasoned dominance as Vedant Wagle, Gianna George, Ishita Colaso, Dhruva Kamat, Ishaan Colaso, and Ashank Dalvi claimed top honours across categories. Organised by Cortalim Gymkhana under the aegis of the Goa Table Tennis Association, the tournament drew the state’s finest young paddlers for a thrilling display of skill and grit. In the U13 Boys final, debut finalist Vedant Wagle announced his arrival on Goa’s competitive scene with a commanding 3-0 victory (11-8, 11-7,…