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CM’s DAY OUT…. 11 AM: Chaired key meetings at the Secretariat. 12.30 PM: Led a meeting with industry leaders; warned against youth exploitation. 4 PM: Attended MLA Michael Lobo’s birthday in Parra; shared light-hearted banter. 7 PM: Shock move — recommended Minister Govind Gaude’s sacking, accepted by Governor. 8 PM : Seen singing bhajans at a Hari Path in Sanquelim, unfazed by political drama. SURAJ NANDREKAR Panaji: It was just another day at the office – at least on the surface – for Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant. Meetings, photo ops, policy discussions, and even a birthday bash for a…

New Delhi: India men’s cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir has rejoined the national squad in Leeds, England, ahead of the first Test against England starting on June 20. Gambhir had flown back to India last week due to a family emergency, after reports emerged that his mother had been hospitalised with health complications. In his absence, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate took temporary charge of the team during an intra-squad practice match in Beckenham. Gambhir’s return comes at a crucial moment, with India set to begin a new chapter in Test cricket under a fresh leadership setup. Gambhir’s coaching…

New Delhi: With the much-anticipated Test series between India and England around the corner, vice-captain Rishabh Pant has put an end to speculation over India’s middle-order composition by confirming that Shubman Gill will bat at No. 4, filling the crucial role left vacant after Virat Kohli’s retirement. Pant himself will follow at No. 5, bringing clarity to a batting order that had been under intense scrutiny. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Pant said, “I think there is still discussion going on about who is going to play No. 3. But 4 and 5 are definitely fixed. Shubman is going to…

New Delhi: As anticipation builds for the upcoming five-match Test series between India and England, England captain Ben Stokes has issued a strong message, making it clear that his team harbours no fear of star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Speaking to the media ahead of the series opener on Friday, Stokes acknowledged Bumrah’s class but downplayed the notion that the Indian spearhead could single-handedly decide the outcome of the series. “No fear. In international cricket, you come up against quality opposition all the time. We know his class and what he brings to any team he plays for, but in…

New Delhi: In a significant development that raises serious concerns about judicial accountability, a three-member inquiry committee has recommended initiating removal proceedings against Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court. The recommendation, based on both direct and electronic evidence, follows a letter dated March 22, 2025, from the Chief Justice of India that flagged serious allegations against the judge. The committee concluded that the charges had merit and the misconduct proven was grave enough to warrant his ouster. One of the most striking findings in the report was the discovery of unaccounted cash at Justice Varma’s official residence at…

Team Goemkarponn Morjim: The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) carried out a surveillance drive in Morjim on Wednesday, inspecting 21 food business premises across areas including Vittaldas Wado, Mardewada, and Madlawada. During the inspection, four establishments were ordered to shut down due to unhygienic conditions, while all remaining premises were served improvement notices and directed to rectify deficiencies within 14 days. The FDA team also compounded two cases, imposing fines of ₹2,000 and ₹3,000 respectively for the use of newspapers in wrapping food items, a violation of food safety regulations. Officials noted that frequent surprise checks have led to increased…

New Delhi: Despite rising global uncertainties and geopolitical tensions, India continues to shine as a rare “bright spot” in the world economy, Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran said, crediting the country’s steady economic performance and fiscal discipline. Speaking to PTI, Nageswaran acknowledged the increasingly complex global environment, shaped by military conflicts, economic disruptions, and security concerns. He pointed out that since 2022, global conditions have become far more unpredictable, with events such as the Ukraine-Russia war, rising tensions in West Asia, trade conflicts, and even regional friction between India and Pakistan contributing to the volatility. “You could say…