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CANACONA: Signalling a return to active politics after a prolonged lull, former Deputy Speaker and ex-Canacona MLA Isidore Fernandes has begun mobilising his grassroots network in preparation for the upcoming Zilla Panchayat (ZP) and municipal elections. In his first such meeting since the last Assembly and Lok Sabha polls, Fernandes on Tuesday evening gathered dedicated cadres from Gaondongrim and Khotigao at his Pedem-Loliem residence to chart a political roadmap for Canacona taluka. Party sources said Fernandes is exploring the possibility of fielding strong candidates in both of Canacona’s ZP seats — Khola and Poinguinim — as well as contesting all…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: As part of its milestone centenary celebrations, Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias, Miramar, is set to host the much-anticipated ‘Centenary Quiz’ for Higher Secondary School students from across Goa on Saturday, August 16, 2025, starting at 9:00 am. The event will take place at the club’s Estela Hall on the ground floor and will be conducted by noted quiz master Arch. Rajiv D’Silva, known for his engaging style and challenging questions. Teams comprising two participants each will represent various Higher Secondary schools in a spirited general knowledge contest that promises to test wit, awareness, and quick thinking.…

Team Goemkarponn Taleigao: Goa University has announced the schedule for its selection trials to form the Men’s teams in Chess and Basketball for the upcoming Inter-University Championship 2025-26. The Chess Men team trials will be held on August 25, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Sports Section of Goa University. Interested students are required to report by 9:30 a.m. with their college identity card, Aadhaar card, birth certificate, and playing kit. For the Basketball Men team, selection-cum-screening trials will be conducted from players participating in the Goa University Inter-College Basketball Men’s Championship, scheduled from August 19 to 22, 2025. Players…

Team Goemkarponn Panjim: The engines are revving for the Goa Auto Show 2025, which will roar into the iconic Kala Academy, Darya Sangam, Panjim, from September 26 to 28, 2025. Billed as India’s premier mobility, innovation, and lifestyle showcase, the three-day extravaganza will unite the best in automobiles, electric mobility, biking culture, automotive technology, and lifestyle experiences—right in the heart of Goa’s vibrant tourism capital. Organised by India Intercon and marketed by Indus Media, the event is curated by Satish Menon, a veteran with over two decades of experience in global automotive shows, including the prestigious Dubai International Motor Show.…

Bengaluru: Ride-hailing platform Rapido has made a bold move into India’s competitive food delivery market with the launch of Ownly, a stand-alone app focused on affordability. The service, now operational in Koramangala, HSR Layout, and BTM Layout in Bengaluru, promises everyday meals at budget-friendly prices—most dishes priced around ₹150, and staples like chapati, rice, and eggs available for under ₹100. Currently, Ownly features menus from popular brands like Faasos, Krispy Kreme, Wow! Momo, and EatFit, NDTV Profit reported. Unlike rivals Zomato and Swiggy, which charge restaurants commissions ranging from 16% to 30%, Rapido is pushing a zero-commission model for its…

Mumbai: Starting October 4, 2025, bank customers will no longer have to wait up to two working days for cheque clearance. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is introducing a faster, continuous clearing system under which cheques will be scanned, presented, and settled within hours during business hours. Currently, the Cheque Truncation System (CTS) follows a T+1 batch-processing cycle, meaning it can take up to two days for funds to be credited. The RBI’s new system—Continuous Clearing and Settlement on Realisation—will replace batch processing with real-time settlement, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce settlement risks, and enhance customer experience. The rollout…

New Delhi: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is optimistic about recovering its Olympic Solidarity grant  worth around ₹15 crore  that was frozen by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) last year amid internal infighting. The grant, meant for athlete development programmes, was withheld in October 2024 after the IOC’s Executive Board took note of a bitter rift within the IOA, including a contentious September 26 meeting in which 12 Executive Council members opposed the appointment of Raghuram Iyer as CEO. With a truce reached on July 24 between IOA President P.T. Usha and the rebel EC members, the association conducted a…