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Team Goemkarponn Panaji: February 16: Kicking off the second edition of the Baale BPS Open 2025 with high octane on court performances, Arnam Ghosh qualified for the quarterfinals in the men’s open singles category, defeating his opponents in the second round and pre-quarterfinals with a score of 6-1. In the same category Prithvi Naik beat Kishor Metry 6-0, Anup Sardesai defeated Vihaan Prijeeth Krishnan 6-1, Saurish Naik vanquished Chetan Dattaram Rane 6-2, Rahul Pinto overpowered Saurabh Trivedi 6-3 and Joao Sousa one-upped Vinod Kumar 6-4 in the category’s other first round matches. Round two of the men’s open singles category…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: In a significant verdict, the Margao Principal District and Sessions Court in Goa has sentenced Vikat Bhagat to rigorous life imprisonment for the rape and murder of Danielle McLaughlin, a 28-year-old Irish-British backpacker. The crime, which shook the community, occurred on March 14, 2017, during the Holi celebrations in Canacona, a popular tourist area in Goa. Danielle McLaughlin, originally from Buncrana in County Donegal, Ireland, had travelled to India in February 2017 with an Australian friend. The two were staying in a beach hut and had participated in Holi festivities in a nearby village the night…

Team Goemkarponn Margao: Madgaon Royals registered a comprehensive 59-run victory over Canacona Mathagram United in the Alcon GSB Unity Cup T20 Cricket Tournament, organized by the Goa GSB Sports & Charitable Trust in collaboration with the Goa Saraswat Samaj at the MCC ground in Margao. Batting first after losing the toss, Madgaon Royals posted a strong total of 179/7 in 20 overs. Arsh Sardesai (40 off 23 balls), Sanat Prabhudesai (38 off 24), and Aditya Dalal (35 off 21) powered their innings with crucial contributions. Pranav Kamat (2/10) and Vrushab Kuncolienkar (2/32) were the pick of the bowlers for Canacona…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In the early hours of the morning, a mysterious incident unfolded in Ghatedhwar Nagar, Khorlim, where an unidentified vehicle collided with three parked vehicles before swiftly fleeing the scene. The incident, which occurred in an area under the jurisdiction of both Anjuna and Mapusa police, resulted in significant damage to a Maruti WagonR, a Maruti Van, and an Activa scooter. Fortunately, since the vehicles were unoccupied, no casualties were reported. The police from both Anjuna and Mapusa have arrived at the scene and initiated an investigation to identify the perpetrator and understand the circumstances surrounding the hit-and-run…

Team Goemkarponn BELAGAVI: Belagavi court remanded Amirsuhil Shakilsab Sanadi to 14 days of judicial custody. Sanadi was arrested in Death Case of former MLA Lavoo In a tragic incident that has shaken the political and social circles of Goa, former Ponda MLA Lavoo Mamledar lost his life following a violent altercation with an auto driver in Belagavi, Karnataka, on Saturday. The incident occurred around 1:30 PM near the Srinivas Residency Hotel in the Khade Bazaar area, a location Mamledar frequently visited. Mamledar, 68, who served as the MLA for Ponda from 2012 to 2017, was involved in a minor accident…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: In the picturesque village of Assagao, located in the heart of Goa, a growing sense of urgency has gripped the local community as they witness the rapid erosion of their forest cover. The Sunday Gram Sabha meeting served as a platform for villagers to voice their deep-seated concerns about unchecked deforestation and the surge in construction activities, which they believe could have catastrophic consequences on the village’s water supply. At the forefront of these concerns is the indiscriminate felling of trees, a practice that villagers argue is being facilitated by unscrupulous builders and lax forest officials. The…

Team Goemkarponn CALANGUTE: In a significant effort to enhance healthcare accessibility, a mega medical camp was organized by Calangute MLA Michael Lobo at the Candolim Health Centre, attracting a large number of beneficiaries. The event, on Sunday, provided a comprehensive range of free health services, including blood sugar and blood pressure checks, dental and eye examinations, and angynaecological consultations. Additionally, free medicines were distributed to those in need. MLA Michael Lobo expressed his satisfaction with the overwhelming response, stating, “Our goal is to ensure that everyone in Calangute and the surrounding areas has access to quality healthcare, regardless of their…