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New Delhi: In a significant development in the investigation into the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, authorities have successfully retrieved and accessed data from the black box of the ill-fated aircraft. Officials confirmed on Thursday that the memory module from the front black box of the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner has been successfully downloaded, providing critical flight data that could help determine the cause of the disaster. The crash occurred on June 12, when a London-bound Air India flight veered off course and plunged into a hostel complex shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, claiming 270…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI:The Goa Government has introduced the Goa Taxi Driver App to modernize the state’s transport system and support traditional taxi operators. This initiative aims to boost digital engagement among local drivers while offering passengers a more convenient and transparent travel experience. To encourage participation, the government has announced a limited-time incentive: the first 500 drivers who complete 50 rides via the app and remain active for 30 days (between 8 AM and 8 PM) will be rewarded with 25 litres of free fuel, tailored to their vehicle type—petrol, diesel, or CNG. Designed to simplify bookings and ensure fair…

New Delhi: The fifth edition of the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) is set to be held in Jaipur, Rajasthan, in November 2025, marking a significant moment for university-level sports in India. With over 4,000 student-athletes from more than 200 universities expected to participate, the event is poised to be one of the largest university sports competitions in the country. The Games will be jointly hosted by Poornima University and Rajasthan University, showcasing Jaipur as a new hub for national sporting excellence. As part of the Government of India’s continued push to strengthen grassroots and youth sports, the KIUG serves…

New Delhi: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has termed India’s narrow defeat in the first Test against England at Headingley as a “tough pill to swallow”, pointing to squandered chances and tail-end collapses as decisive factors in the five-wicket loss. Under the new leadership of head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill, India entered a new era in red-ball cricket, beginning their five-Test tour of England without the seasoned presence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. And while the fresh-look squad showed flashes of brilliance over four days, the match ultimately slipped out of their grasp on the…

New Delhi: Despite a commanding individual performance by Jasprit Bumrah, India fell short in the opening Test against England in Leeds, losing by a considerable margin and going 0-1 down in the five-match series. While the match saw several standout performances—including five centuries from Indian batters and a five-wicket haul by Bumrah—costly fielding errors and tactical missteps proved to be decisive. Captain Shubman Gill, on Test captaincy debut, impressed with the bat but faced criticism for his field placements and bowling rotations. India dropped as many as eight catches, and the bowling attack looked over-reliant on Bumrah, who bowled nearly…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Drug cartels are increasingly infiltrating student environments in Goa, with traffickers targeting school and college students as new consumers, Goa Police have warned. This evolving strategy has sparked alarm among law enforcement, prompting calls for tighter community vigilance and systemic intervention. Speaking at a youth awareness programme in Panaji, Superintendent of Police (Anti-Narcotic Cell) Sunita Sawant said recent cases suggest a deliberate focus by drug peddlers on exploiting emotional vulnerabilities among young people. “We’re seeing a pattern — young students are being lured in, often due to peer pressure and lack of maturity,” Sawant stated. “This is…

Team Goemkarponn Navelim: Goa’s young badminton talents delivered standout performances on Day 3 of the Yonex-Sunrise All India Sub Junior (U-13) Ranking Badminton Tournament 2025, with home favourite Pragya Audi stealing the spotlight. In a gripping Round of 32 encounter, Pragya pulled off the biggest upset of the day, stunning second seed Shanvi Nimma of Telangana 14-21, 21-17, 21-14 at the Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim. Backed by an enthusiastic local crowd, the 12-year-old displayed nerves of steel and remarkable resilience to book her spot in the Girls Singles Pre-Quarterfinals. Adding to Goa’s joy, the Girls Doubles pair of Avni…