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New Delhi: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday sought to put to rest speculation about internal rifts within the state Congress, asserting a united front ahead of the upcoming Assembly session and 2028 elections. Meeting over breakfast, the two leaders emphasised that there are no differences between them and reaffirmed their commitment to following the directives of the party high command. Addressing a press conference after the informal breakfast meet, Siddaramaiah said the discussion was aimed at clearing “month-long confusion” and reviewing preparations for the 2028 Assembly elections and upcoming local body polls, which…

New Delhi: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, inaugurating the three-day 60th Directors General of Police/Inspectors General of Police (DGsP/IGsP) Conference in Raipur, asserted that India is on track to eliminate Naxalism nationwide before the next such conference. The event, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from November 28-30, focuses on security, policing innovation, and the vision of a Viksit Bharat. Addressing senior police officials, Shah highlighted the government’s sustained efforts against internal security threats. Under the Modi administration, 586 fortified police stations have been established over the last seven years, reducing Naxal-affected districts from 126 in 2014 to…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: MCC Knights earned a well-deserved 5-wicket win against MCC Thunder in their MCL 11 T20 encounter at the MCC Ground in Margao. Chasing a target of 167, the Knights displayed discipline and steady intent to cross the finish line in 19.3 overs. Batting first, MCC Thunder posted 166 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was shaped by key contributions from Dr Pawan Rane, who struck 39 off 23 balls, along with 29 runs each from Dr Rohan Badve and Ved Mahambre. Their efforts kept the scoreboard moving despite regular breakthroughs from the Knights. Shaunit…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa delivered a powerful all-round performance to secure a 52-run victory against Chandigarh in their Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy encounter at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Friday. The team combined resilient batting with disciplined bowling to register their first win of the season. Batting first, Goa put up 173 for 6 in 20 overs after recovering from a challenging start. The innings was shaped by a remarkable knock from Lalit Yadav, who struck 82 off 49 deliveries. His innings, filled with confident strokeplay, featured six boundaries and four sixes. Coming in when the team was struggling…

National: Swiggy’s “How India Eats” 2025 report, in partnership with Kearney, forecasts India’s food services market to cross $125 billion by 2030, with the organized segment growing 2x faster than the unorganized segment. The report highlights the evolving food habits of Indian consumers, with the organized segment expected to drive over 60% of the overall growth in food services and overtake the unorganized segment. The Indian consumer is experimenting more, with 20% growth in unique cuisines ordered per customer and 30% growth in restaurants ordered from per customer. Late-night meals are growing ~3x faster than dinner, with healthy meals growing…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, virtually participated in the B2B Tourism & Hospitality Networking Event organised by the Embassy of India in Romania on Thursday. The event brought together key stakeholders from both nations’ travel and hospitality sectors to strengthen bilateral cooperation and expand market linkages in tourism. Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte said the participation reflects Goa’s growing international outreach. “Goa continues to strengthen its position on the global tourism map through meaningful international partnerships. Engagements like the Romania B2B Networking Event allow us to showcase Goa’s cultural richness, regenerative tourism vision, and world-class…

Team Goenkarponn PANAJI: Goa Forward Party (GFP) chief and the party’s sole MLA, Vijai Sardesai, sought to contain the political fallout after drawing criticism for inducting former Congress MLA Isidore Fernandes into the party. Addressing the media in Panaji, Sardesai clarified that Fernandes would not be considered for a GFP ticket in the 2027 Assembly polls. He said the decision to welcome Fernandes was taken purely with an eye on strengthening the chances of GFP’s Zilla Panchayat candidate from Canacona, Prashant Naik. Despite the clarification, the induction has stirred a storm within the Opposition space. Both the Congress and the…