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By Suraj Nandrekar | Panaji The tragic death of seven-year-old Prabhas Kalangutkar in Anjuna last August still haunts the state. Mauled by a Pitbull while accompanying his mother to her employer’s home in Pequen-Peddem, Prabhas succumbed to grievous injuries to his face and neck. The horror of the incident reverberated across Goa, igniting public outrage and demands for immediate action. While such cases have occurred before, this one struck a raw nerve—making it clear to many that the state could no longer afford inaction. Over the last two years, Goa has witnessed a sharp rise in dog attacks. Official data…

By Vaman S. Sankhalker (The writer is a young faculty member at a Polytechnic in Goa) In a country as rich and complex as India, language is often both a bond and a battleground. It carries culture, emotion, and identity — but it can also stir unrest. Recent linguistic flare-ups in Maharashtra and Karnataka, and even subtle tensions in usually serene Goa, remind us that words can either wound or heal, depending on how we use them. Goa, however, quietly offers a different narrative. Here, Konkani and Marathi live side by side — not in conflict, but in comfort. Konkani,…

Looking to escape the ordinary and dive into something thrilling this monsoon? White water river rafting in Goa offers an unforgettable adventure that blends natural beauty with heart-pounding excitement. It’s one of the most invigorating ways to explore the state’s vibrant hinterlands while experiencing the untamed power of its monsoon-fed rivers. The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), in collaboration with Southern River Adventures and Sports Pvt. Ltd. has launched this season’s white water rafting experience on the Mhadei River in Valpoi, reigniting an adventure that draws thousands of nature and thrill enthusiasts to Goa’s lush hinterland every year. Set in…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has clarified that Balrath buses are meant strictly for high school students residing within a 3 km radius of their schools. He warned that some schools were misusing the service for longer routes of 15–20 km, which goes against the scheme’s purpose. “The government is giving full grants for these buses, but they must be used correctly,” Sawant said. He added that a new scheme is in the works to expand the Balrath fleet and improve student transport facilities.

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Goa Badminton Association (GBA), in collaboration with its affiliated clubs, has announced a packed schedule of State Major Ranking Badminton Tournaments for July and August 2025. The tournaments will cover a wide range of categories, providing a competitive platform for players across age groups. The action kicks off with the U13 and U19 categories from July 18 to 20, hosted by Mapusa Shuttlers at the Peddem Badminton Hall, Mapusa. This will be followed by the U15 and U17 competitions from July 21 to 23, organised by Radiant Sports Club at the Ponda Sports Complex. The concluding…

Team Goemkarponn Ponda: The All Goa Major Ranking Table Tennis Tournament, hosted by Ponda TT Sports Club under the aegis of the Goa Table Tennis Association at the Ponda Sports Complex, delivered a thrilling day of upsets and rivalries as the finalists for the U11 Boys and U13 Girls singles categories were decided. In the U11 Boys singles, familiar foes Ishaan Colaso and Ashank Dalvi are all set to face off in a highly anticipated title clash. Top seed Ishaan showcased clinical form, easing past Kavin Hasija 3-0 in the quarterfinals and repeating the scoreline against Aarish Shaikh in the…

New Delhi: India’s premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah chose caution over controversy as he addressed the frequent ball change incidents during the second day of the third Test match against England at Lord’s. The ongoing Test series has seen the Dukes ball come under intense scrutiny, with several instances of the ball going out of shape and needing replacement — a situation that stirred visible frustration among players. The latest episode unfolded just a few overs into Day 2 when India raised concerns about the condition of the ball, which was barely ten overs old. The umpires attempted the standard hoop…