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Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: Fatorda MLA and Goa Forward Party (GFP) president Vijai Sardesai has warned that the alleged “dadagiri” of Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) will not be tolerated, as the dispute over blocked access roads at Velsao continues to escalate. Sardesai, along with former GPCC chief Amit Patkar and residents of Velsao, has demanded that access roads allegedly blocked by RVNL be cleared before August 15. He warned that if the administration fails to intervene and remove the alleged obstruction, local residents may take matters into their own hands. The issue has also led to a confrontation over machinery…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Directorate of Education (DoE) has issued a show-cause notice to Deepvihar High School, Sada, Mormugao, seeking an explanation within three days over alleged lapses in the organisation and supervision of a school picnic during which a 17-year-old student drowned. The department has questioned the school’s safety arrangements, particularly the supervision of 301 students by only four teachers during the excursion. The incident has raised serious concerns over whether adequate safety measures and supervision were in place. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has stressed that the safety of students must be given the highest priority during school excursions.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The High Court of Bombay at Goa has expressed strong displeasure over the National Highways Authority of India’s (NHAI) failure to submit a compliance affidavit in a case concerning stray dog management, warning that a bailable warrant could be issued against its officer in charge in Goa. The Division Bench of Justice Valmiki Menezes and Justice Amit Jamsandekar noted that NHAI had already received two notices along with copies of the relevant court orders. The directions had also been sent to the authority by email, but the required affidavit was still not filed. The court said the…

New Delhi: Former India spinner Murali Kartik believes Shubman Gill faces one of the biggest tests of his captaincy as India prepare for the two match Test series against Sri Lanka, saying the skipper will always remain under intense scrutiny in Indian cricket. Gill has led India in nine Tests, recording five victories and three defeats, including a 2–0 series loss to South Africa. While his batting form has remained impressive, recurring injuries have disrupted his availability, raising concerns ahead of another important World Test Championship assignment. Kartik said he has no doubts about Gill’s ability with the bat, describing…

New Delhi: Indian hockey star Manpreet Singh has broken his silence on the controversy surrounding the national team’s new saffron and orange jersey, saying the decision was made collectively by players and team management and had no political influence. The two time Olympic medallist said the change from India’s iconic blue jersey was primarily based on practical considerations ahead of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. According to Manpreet, the blue playing kit created visibility challenges on modern blue synthetic turfs, making it harder for players to be clearly distinguished during matches. He explained that the team wanted to avoid…

New Delhi: Former India spinner Murali Kartik believes India face a defining Test series against Sri Lanka, warning that the absence of Jasprit Bumrah and the team’s ongoing transition make the upcoming contest crucial for both Gautam Gambhir and the World Test Championship campaign. India, led by Shubman Gill, currently sit fifth in the WTC 2025–27 standings with four wins and four defeats from nine matches. The two Test series begins on August 15 at the Galle International Stadium and could play a significant role in India’s bid to reach the World Test Championship final. Kartik said Gambhir’s immediate priority…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: FC Goa’s AFC Champions League Two campaign came to an early end after a 3–0 defeat against FK Arkadag in the 2026–27 Preliminary Stage at Arkadag Stadium on Wednesday. The loss sends the Gaurs into the group stage of the AFC Challenge League, with the draw scheduled for August 18 in Kuala Lumpur. The hosts controlled possession from the opening whistle and repeatedly tested Goa’s defence, but goalkeeper Bob Jackson Raj kept the Indian side in the contest with a series of impressive saves. He denied Begench Akmammedov from close range before producing another crucial stop to…