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NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill has emerged as the centerpiece of India’s batting order in the ongoing Test series against England, prompting comparisons with legends like Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. Former England opener and current commentator Mark Butcher believes Gill has seamlessly stepped into the iconic No. 4 role, thriving under pressure and scrutiny few athletes ever face. “There aren’t many jobs in world sport that come with the kind of pressure and scrutiny as being India’s Test captain,” said Butcher in an interview with PTI. “Now imagine doing that while filling the shoes of Virat Kohli — or even…

Team Goemkarponn Raia: In a thrilling encounter at the Raia Panchayat Ground, Calangute Association stormed into the quarterfinals of the 52nd Custodio Memorial Football Tournament with a commanding 3–1 victory over Curtorim Gymkhana, thanks to a sensational hat-trick by Richard Cardoso — the first of the tournament. The match, played under persistent rain, drew over 2,000 enthusiastic fans, undeterred by the weather, creating an electric atmosphere throughout the game. Both teams displayed high-energy football, but it was Cardoso’s clinical finishing that proved to be the difference. Calangute Association got off to a flying start when Cardoso tapped in the opener…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Government of Goa has announced the opening of online applications for its Free Laptop Scheme aimed at promoting digital education among meritorious students from the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities. The initiative, spearheaded by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (DITE&C) under the leadership of Hon’ble Minister Shri Rohan A. Khaunte, is being implemented through the Info Tech Corporation of Goa Ltd. (ITG). It seeks to provide laptops to deserving Class X students from the academic year 2024–2025, encouraging academic excellence and bridging the digital divide. As part of the scheme,…

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a bold new vision for BRICS as India prepares to assume its chairmanship of the global grouping. Speaking at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, PM Modi said that under India’s leadership, BRICS will be redefined as “Building Resilience and Innovation for Cooperation and Sustainability.” “Under India’s BRICS Chairmanship, we will define BRICS in a new form. It will stand for Building Resilience and Innovation for Cooperation and Sustainability,” PM Modi said, outlining India’s thematic focus for the year ahead. The summit witnessed participation from the heads of all…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: In a deeply disturbing development, Mapusa Police have apprehended a father-son duo, identified as Satya Nabarangpura (50) and his son Thabir (31), both migrant workers hailing from Odisha, in connection with the brutal murder of a fellow labourer. The victim’s body was discovered at a construction site in Parra, bearing severe injuries including deep slashes to the head and neck, and the horrific mutilation of genitals, suggesting an act of extreme violence and possible torture. The gruesome discovery sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting immediate and decisive action from the Mapusa Police. A team led by…

NEW DELHI: In a major pre-election announcement, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has declared 35% reservation for women in all state government jobs and services. The decision, seen as a significant step toward gender inclusivity and empowerment, comes just months before the state is scheduled to go to polls in October-November. The announcement was made following a Cabinet meeting, where the proposal received unanimous approval. The reservation will apply to all direct recruitment processes in the state’s government departments and will benefit women who are original residents of Bihar. “This decision will open up greater opportunities for women and is…

NEW DELHI: Himachal Pradesh continues to reel under the devastating impact of the ongoing monsoon, with heavy rains triggering landslides, flash floods, and widespread destruction across the state. According to the latest report by the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), the death toll since June 20 has climbed to 80. Of these, 52 deaths have been directly linked to rain-related disasters such as landslides, cloudbursts, and flash floods, while the remaining 28 fatalities have occurred due to secondary causes including road accidents, electrocution, and snake bites. The worst-affected districts include Mandi, Kangra, Kullu, and Shimla, with Mandi alone reporting 17…