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New Delhi:Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia have intensified, with deadly border clashes entering a third day and the death toll climbing to 32. The latest flare-up in the long-standing territorial dispute has forced over 80,000 people from both countries to flee their homes, sparking fears of a prolonged conflict. The United Nations Security Council held a closed-door emergency session on Friday in New York to discuss the crisis. While no official statement was released, a council diplomat revealed that all 15 member states urged both nations to deescalate, exercise restraint, and resolve the dispute through peaceful dialogue. The council also…

New Delhi: In a significant boost to India’s defence self-reliance efforts, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted flight trials of the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3. The test was carried out at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, showcasing India’s growing expertise in advanced weaponry. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the successful trial, calling it a “major boost” to India’s missile capabilities. He emphasized that the achievement reflects the domestic industry’s increasing capacity to absorb and produce critical defence technologies. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Singh congratulated DRDO and its industry partners—including…

New Delhi: India’s hopes in the ongoing Manchester Test took a serious hit as star pacer Jasprit Bumrah was seen limping while climbing the stairs to the dressing room at Old Trafford on Day 3, sparking fresh concerns over his fitness amid a growing injury list for the visitors. Bumrah, who had been instrumental in India’s bowling attack throughout the series, was notably absent for a large part of the first two sessions after reportedly twisting his ankle on the stadium stairs. His early exit from the field raised eyebrows, especially as he failed to return for a second spell…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Pidadigal marched into the semifinals of the 2nd Caniza Peixoto Memorial Football Tournament with a resounding 4-1 victory over Batora United. The tournament is being organized by Black Arrow Boys Agxem Sports Club and is currently underway at the St. Alex Church Ground in Curtorim. Batora United took an early lead in the 6th minute when Granville Barretto found the back of the net with a precise strike. Pidadigal responded swiftly, with James Fernandes coming close in the 10th minute. He made amends just eight minutes later, heading in the equalizer with a perfectly timed glancing effort.…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa Forward Party President and Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai has demanded a clear clarification from the Chief Minister of Goa on the teaching of Konkani in the Roman script in schools. Sardesai stated that the matter is not about “conducting government in Konkani,” but about ensuring that students, especially from the Catholic community, are taught the language in a script that reflects their cultural identity. He pointed out that while the CM recently claimed the issue was settled in 1962, he also cited a new NEP committee decision. Sardesai questioned this contradiction and asked the CM to…

Team Goemkarponn Valpoi: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant has assured that the process to withdraw police cases filed in connection with last year’s unrest in Parye, Sattari, will begin within a month. The assurance came after around 1,000 citizens staged a protest at Valpoi police station on Thursday, demanding the withdrawal of cases filed against 37 individuals. The protest stems from tensions that flared between the Mahajans of the Sakhaleshwar and Bhumika Devasthan temples during religious rituals in December last year. The situation escalated into stone-pelting, clashes, and a blockade of the Goa-Belgaum highway, following early morning religious…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Goa government has admitted that extreme weather conditions such as heatwaves, unseasonal rains, cyclones, and floods have significantly impacted the State’s agricultural output over the past few years. However, the Department of Agriculture has not conducted or commissioned any special study into the matter since 2022, it was revealed in the Legislative Assembly. Responding to a question by Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai, Agriculture Minister Ravi Naik listed the effects of climatic extremes on major crops. Mango, coconut, and cashew have suffered from reduced flowering and fruit setting due to heatwaves, while unseasonal rains have damaged paddy…