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New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to streamline the Indian men’s cricket team’s support staff by likely removing assistant coach Abhishek Nayar, fielding coach T. Dilip, and strength and conditioning coach Soham Desai. This decision follows internal discussions within the BCCI about the size and effectiveness of the coaching group, particularly in light of India’s disappointing Test series defeat in Australia. Abhishek Nayar joined the Indian team as assistant coach in July 2024 after his tenure with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). T. Dilip and Soham Desai have been integral parts of the setup…

Team Goemlarponn Panaji: The Public Relations Council of India (PRCI), Goa Chapter, in collaboration with the Goa Marathi Patrakar Sangh, is pleased to announce a special event to commemorate National Public Relations Day by honouring senior journalists who have made significant contributions to the field of journalism and public relations in Goa. The National PR Day celebrations and Felicitation Ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 11:00 am at the 4th Floor, Miramar Residency Hall, Miramar, Panaji. The event will be graced by the presence of Hon’ble Union Minister of State for the Ministry of Power and…

Team Goemkarponn DABOLIM: A major water pipeline burst occurred at Dabolim after a contractor, engaged in road widening work near the highway flyover, reportedly damaged the line, leading to the wastage of thousands of litres of drinking water. The incident disrupted water supply to surrounding areas and caused traffic congestion after a huge fountain of water erupted from the damaged line. Videos of the scene quickly went viral on social media. PWD officials blamed the contractor for negligence, stating that despite repeated warnings, safety norms around utility lines were not followed. “The contractor excavated the area around the pipeline without…

Team Goemkarponn SANCOALE: Two Shiva Lingas were discovered in a Khazan water body at Sancoale on Wednesday morning, prompting immediate action by the Archeology Department. According to sources, workers from a nearby service station had gone to the water body for defecation when they stumbled upon the two Lingas submerged in the water. The labourers reportedly removed and cleaned the stone idols before informing local residents. Taken aback by the unexpected discovery, the locals alerted the Archeology Department, whose officials arrived at the site and took possession of the Shiva Lingas. The department has now initiated an investigation to determine…

Team Goemkarponn PONDA: A heart-wrenching tragedy occurred earlier today when a 1.5-year-old child was attacked and killed by a pack of stray dogs in a residential area in Durgabhat Ponda. The incident unfolded in the morning when the child was playing outside and briefly left unattended. The stray dogs, which have been an increasing concern in the locality, surrounded the child and launched a brutal attack, leaving the child with fatal injuries. Despite being rushed to the hospital, the child succumbed to the injuries sustained during the attack. The CCTV footage from a nearby camera, which has now been shared…

The recent announcement by the Goa government to ban Housie has ignited a heated debate across the state. The government argues that this popular game, often played during football matches and entertainment events, constitutes a form of gambling. However, many residents, including members of the local football community, are questioning the rationale behind the ban, suggesting that it could have unjust consequences for entertainment and community engagement. For those unfamiliar with House, it is a game where participants purchase number slips and await the announcement of numbers from a host. The excitement builds as players mark off their numbers, hoping…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: The Office of Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Mormugao Taluka, successfully concluded its Consumer Rights Awareness Fortnight Programme with a grand function held on Thursday, 17th April 2025 at Ravindra Bhavan Hall, Baina, Vasco, Goa. The programme was aimed at spreading awareness about consumer rights across Mormugao Taluka. The culmination ceremony was held on the occasion of World Consumer Rights Day, with the theme “A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles.” The event witnessed the presence of several dignitaries. The Chief Guest for the occasion was Shri Krishna Salkar, Hon’ble MLA of Vasco Constituency. The function also had…