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DELHI: India’s indigenous air defence systems have proven their effectiveness in neutralizing numerous waves of drone and unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) attacks, according to Air Marshal AK Bharti. The systems, including both soft and hard kill counter-UAS technologies, successfully countered threats from Pakistan, thanks to the expertise of well-trained Indian Air Defence personnel. Speaking about the success of these systems, Air Marshal Bharti said, “Our battle-proven systems stood the test of time and faced these challenges head-on.” He specifically praised the stellar performance of the Akash air defence system, which has been instrumental in strengthening India’s aerial defense capabilities.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has recorded a notable drop in grassland and wildland fire incidents in 2025, signaling progress in curbing seasonal blazes that have plagued the state in recent years. However, fire officials caution that the threat remains due to persistent human activity and climatic conditions that favor fire outbreaks. Recent figures from the Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) show that the number of grass and field fires has fallen to 631 so far in 2025, a marked decline from 1,231 in 2024 and a high of 2,408 cases in 2023. Similarly, wildland fires decreased to 86…

New Delhi: In the wake of India’s precision airstrikes under Operation Sindoor, Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir has reportedly been relocated to a fortified bunker within the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, citing high-level sources, revealed that this move follows the Indian Air Force’s targeted strike on the strategically vital Nur Khan Airbase near Islamabad. The relocation is being interpreted not just as a tactical decision, but also a reflection of the psychological impact India’s long-range strike capabilities have had on Pakistan’s military leadership. Sources indicated that Munir’s operational command may now be shifted to a more secure location…

New Delhi: Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has strongly defended Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri amid a surge of online abuse targeting the top diplomat following the announcement of a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Tharoor condemned the trolling as “preposterous” and praised Misri for his composed and capable handling of one of the most volatile episodes in recent India-Pakistan relations. “I think young Vikram Misri has done an outstanding job. He’s worked long hours and has been a tireless, effective voice for India,” Tharoor said. He also applauded Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofia Qureshi, who addressed the press…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Leader of the Opposition, Yuri Alemao, has strongly criticized the BJP-led Goa government for allotting 3.33 lakh square meters of CADA-notified farmland in Dhargal, Pernem, to Delta Corp Ltd for the establishment of an “Integrated Resort Development Project,” which includes casino operations. Alemao alleged that the government, which once promised to double farmers’ income, has instead “snatched” their land and handed it over to casino operators. “This move is a betrayal of farmers and a glaring example of crony capitalism,” he said. He further condemned the decision, stating, “The BJP has already turned Panaji into a sin…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a crucial high-level meeting at his residence in New Delhi on Monday amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, which claimed 26 lives. The meeting was attended by key government and security officials including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, and the three service chiefs—General Upendra Dwivedi, Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, and Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh. Also present were National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Intelligence Bureau…

New Delhi: The cricket world has bid farewell to one of its brightest stars as Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket on Monday, marking the end of an illustrious 14-year career. Kohli’s departure from the longest format of the game has left fans and cricketing bodies reflecting on his remarkable contributions. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the International Cricket Council (ICC) both expressed their gratitude and admiration for Kohli’s Test career. The BCCI took to social media, posting, “Thank You, Virat Kohli! An era ends in Test cricket, but the legacy will continue…