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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant milestone for Indian football, India Khelo Football (IKF) launched the TYGER-IKF Season 5 trials in Goa, marking a substantial expansion in the country’s grassroots football landscape. The inaugural event, held at the Sesa Academy Ground on Sunday, saw an enthusiastic participation of over 200 young footballers, highlighting the vibrant football culture and community enthusiasm in Goa. IKF’s ambitious plans include covering over 125 cities across India and extending its reach to five neighbouring countries, providing a unique platform for Indian expatriates to showcase their football skills. This initiative is set to transform the Indian…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa’s young badminton star, Aarush Pawaskar, made the state proud by securing a silver medal at the prestigious France Open U17 Badminton Tournament, held in Aire-sur-la-Lys, France, from February 13 to 15, 2025. Aarush displayed remarkable skill and determination, defeating top-ranked opponents en route to the final. His journey included victories over England’s Joel Joby (21-18, 21-14), European No. 6 and tournament top seed Santiago Araujo of Switzerland (21-13, 20-22, 21-11), and Quentin Boschung of Switzerland (21-18, 21-9). In the quarterfinals, he triumphed over France’s No. 2, Victor Le-Roux (21-9, 14-21, 21-17), followed by a hard-fought semifinal…

Team Goemkarponn Margao: Margao-based tennis veteran Nishad Shevde stormed into the quarterfinals of the ongoing Baale BPS Open 2025 tennis tournament defeating Sujit Sahoo in a one-sided pre-quarterfinal match in the open men’s singles category, held at the iconic B.P.S. Sports Club courts in Margao. Shevde, a runner-up in the tournament’s maiden edition last year, trounced Sujit 6-0, while Akhil Shirwaikar defeated Dmitry Smirnov 6-4 in another pre-quarterfinal encounter 6-4. The second edition of the Baale BPS Open 2025, supported by the Goa State Tennis Association and the Baale Resort Goa, is currently underway at the B.P.S Sports Club, Margao.…

THE US VISA SCAM — 23-year-old Advincent Mascarenhas from Sarzora and Gladson Souza from Panchawadi, Shiroda, filed complaints against Stanley George of Captain George Consultancy, based in New Vaddem, Vasco. — Both victims were promised jobs in hotels or restaurants in the US but were instead illegally sent to Mexico with instructions to cross into the US. — However, they were apprehended by US border officials and subsequently deported back to India. — The police investigation has uncovered that Captain George Consultancy was operating without a valid license from the Protector of Emigrants Team Goemkarponn VASCO: In a shocking revelation,…

“As development continues to encroach upon the village’s natural resources, locals worry about the ramifications for their water table and the potential for increased soil erosion, with many predicting a looming drinking water crisis. The sentiment was palpable during the gram sabha, where residents pointed fingers at builders, accusing them of recklessly destroying the greenery that defines Assagao. There was a strong sense of betrayal among community members, who felt that forest officials had succumbed to the influence of powerful lobbies, issuing licenses for tree cutting without appropriate scrutiny or accountability. ” Nestled within the enchanting landscape of Goa,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a testament to dedication and self-study, Piyush Manohar Shirodkar, a student from Harmal Panchkroshi Higher Secondary School in Vidhya Sankul, Harmal, Goa, has scored an impressive 81.58% in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) held on January 22, 2025. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as Piyush managed to excel without the aid of any coaching classes. Piyush, a resident of Manshiwada Korgao Pernem, attributes his success to the guidance of his teachers and his own rigorous self-study. According to Piyush, the efforts of his educators and the blessings of God played a significant role in his achievement.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In the sacred city of Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, a significant gathering of global temple leaders is underway from February 17 to 19, 2025. The International Temple Convention & Expo, dubbed ‘Mandir Ka Mahakumbh,’ has brought together esteemed dignitaries and representatives from over 1,500 temples worldwide. Among the notable attendees is Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, who shared the stage with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and other prominent figures. Dr. Sawant extended his heartfelt congratulations to the organizers of the event, Temple Connect, led by Prasad Lad and Girish…