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PANAJI: Union Minister and North Goa MP Shripad Naik strongly defended the naming of the newly launched RoRo ferries Gangotri and Dwarka, calling them symbols of Indian culture and heritage. Responding to criticism allegedly made by the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) President, Naik said, “Gangotri and Dwarka are respected worldwide, not just in India. These are not outsider names; they belong to our own Hindustan.” Naik further added that if the GPCC President considers such names to be “outsider,” then “he’s not worth calling an Indian.” The remarks come amid political friction following the launch of the two zero-emission…

Team Goemkarponn CHODAN: In a major push toward modernizing Goa’s inland water transport system, Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant launched two modern Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) ferries—Gangotri and Dwarka—on the Chorao–Ribandar route, and announced an ambitious plan to replace all conventional ferries across the state with RoRo vessels. “We have planned to start RoRo ferry services on all remaining routes in the future,” Sawant declared, adding that Goa is proud to be the first state in the country to introduce RoRo services. “These vessels are not just about comfort and efficiency—they are zero carbon emission ferries, reflecting our commitment to green mobility.”…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In response to remarks made by AICC leader Girish Chodankar raising alarm over the law and order situation in Goa, particularly recent incidents in Calangute and Parra, the Goa Police has asserted that it has been responding swiftly and effectively to all reported crimes. Chodankar, in a social media post, expressed concern over what he described as a “spiraling” law and order situation in the state, citing incidents of stabbing, taxi driver assault, vehicle thefts, and a recent murder in Parra involving migrants. He alleged that the police response has been slow and questioned whether Chief Minister…

Team Goemkarponn SANCOALE: A tragic railway accident was reported on Monday morning near Sancoale, where a 23-year-old man lost his life after being hit by a running train while walking on the tracks with earphones on. According to a wireless message issued by the Vasco Railway Police Station, the incident occurred around 8:00 am between Cansaulim and Sankval, at kilometre 99/5-6. A memo from the Deputy Station Master of Vasco Railway Station informed that a person was seen walking on the tracks, wearing headphones and talking on his mobile phone, when he was dashed by an oncoming train. The police,…

New Delhi: hubman Gill, India’s youngest Test captain in the 21st century, is fast emerging as a dynamic leader, with his bold decisions and sharp cricketing instincts drawing comparisons to one of India’s greatest captains — Sourav Ganguly. As India inches closer to a potential victory at Lord’s, former cricketer Mohammad Kaif hailed Gill’s leadership, likening it to Ganguly’s famous captaincy that inspired a generation. On Day 4 of the third Test at Lord’s, India put up a dominant bowling performance, dismissing England for just 192. With only 135 runs needed on Day 5 and six wickets in hand, India…

New Delhi: India’s top badminton duo, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, will be aiming to break their title drought and continue their consistent run as they lead India’s challenge at the Japan Open Super 750 tournament, which kicks off in Tokyo on Tuesday. The world No. 15 pair, who were once ranked No. 1, have reached three semifinals this season, including strong showings at the Malaysia and India Opens in January. After missing a stretch of tournaments due to Satwik’s health concerns and Chirag’s back injury, they returned to form with a semifinal finish at the Singapore Open and a…

New Delhi: India’s pace spearhead Mohammed Siraj has been officially reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for breaching the Code of Conduct during the ongoing third Test against England at Lord’s. The incident occurred on Sunday, July 13, during the sixth over of England’s second innings, where Siraj celebrated England opener Ben Duckett’s dismissal in close proximity to the batter — an act deemed unsportsmanlike by match officials. As a consequence, Siraj has been fined 15% of his match fee and handed one demerit point. This marks his second disciplinary offence within two years, raising his tally of demerit…