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Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Tensions flared at the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) on Thursday after AAP Goa President Valmiki Naik was removed by police from the CCP premises, where he had arrived with supporters to raise concerns over the continued operation of casinos in the Mandovi River. The incident unfolded as a group of Panaji residents gathered at the CCP Conference Hall to voice their opposition to offshore casinos and seek clarity on the Corporation’s stand. The citizens had assembled to meet the Mayor and demand concrete action against casino activities in the river, which they claim are…

Team Goemkarponn Mapusa: The Mapusa Sessions Court today rejected the bail applications of Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra in connection with the Arpora fire tragedy at Birch by Romeo Lane, which occurred on the intervening night of December 6 and 7, 2025, claiming 25 lives. The two accused had sought bail in the case, but the court declined to grant relief after hearing the arguments. The fire incident, one of the deadliest in recent times in the State, had sent shockwaves across Goa and raised serious questions about safety compliance and accountability. Advocate Vishnu Joshi, appearing for the victims’ families, termed…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Global Romi Lipi Abhiyan (GRLA) has urged the Congress and Goa Forward Party (GFP) to spearhead the formation of a broad-based opposition alliance in Goa ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, asserting that only a united front can effectively challenge the BJP government. GRLA President Kennedy Afonso said Goa Congress chief Amit Patkar and Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao should impress upon the party’s central leadership the urgency of forging a pre-poll alliance in the state. According to Afonso, there is growing public sentiment in favour of opposition unity to provide a credible political alternative. Calling…

Team Goemkarponn Colva: Half a year after the High Court disposed of a Public Interest Litigation concerning sewage discharge into Colva creek, residents claim the water body has once again deteriorated, with darkened water and floating garbage visible in several stretches. The PIL had been filed by the Colva Civic and Consumer Forum, which raised concerns over untreated sewage and effluents contaminating the creek. While disposing of the petition, the High Court had expressed satisfaction with the measures reportedly undertaken by the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) to tackle waste disposal into the sea and specifically into Colva creek.…

New Delhi: Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus has raised concerns over the team’s preparation ahead of their T20 World Cup encounter against India, revealing that his side was not allotted a single night training session before their floodlit match. Namibia are set to face India under lights on Thursday, but their build up has unfolded entirely during daytime hours. After playing a day fixture against the Netherlands earlier this week, their subsequent practice sessions were also conducted in daylight. In contrast, India reportedly trained twice in the evening to prepare for the conditions. Erasmus admitted he was unsure why Namibia were…

New Delhi: Bangladesh’s absence from the T20 World Cup has taken a contentious turn after the country’s sports advisor, Asif Nazrul, attributed the decision to the cricket board and players, prompting strong disappointment within the squad. Bangladesh were removed from the tournament by the International Cricket Council after declining to travel to India. Initially, it was widely believed that the government had made the decision on security grounds. However, Nazrul recently stated that the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the cricketers themselves were reluctant to participate, suggesting they had chosen to step aside in the interest of national safety. The remarks…

New Delhi: India head coach Gautam Gambhir has underlined the emotional value of playing in New Delhi as his side prepares to face Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Calling home a place of peace and strength, Gambhir said returning to familiar surroundings provides balance in a demanding profession, particularly as India navigate fresh injury concerns during the T20 World Cup. The former opener shares a deep connection with the Delhi venue, having represented the city in domestic cricket, led the local IPL franchise and recorded his highest Test score there. He recently hosted the squad and support staff at…