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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The T10 Tennis Ball Cricket Association of Goa has unveiled its Senior Men’s Federation Cup team ahead of the national championships, scheduled from November 28 to December 1, 2025, at Sujanpur Ground in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh. Goa Minister Shri Shubhas Shirodkar, St. Cruz MLA Rudolfo Fernandes, and Mahila Morcha North Goa General Secretary Gauri Kamat extended their best wishes to the players for a successful campaign. The team announcement was attended by Association President Dayesh Vengurlekar, Treasurer Saahil Sawant, Member Ramdas Varak, and coaches Santosh Zore and Sachin Kolekar. The squad will be led by Captain Ajay…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Two talented players from Goa, Lokvesh Gaonkar and Hrishikesh Gaonkar, have earned selection to the Indian Ball Badminton Team, set to compete in upcoming international events in Indonesia and Malaysia. The national selection trials were held from November 27 to 29 in New Delhi, where both players showcased exceptional skill and determination. Their strong performance during the trials earned them spots on the national squad, reflecting their dedication and hard work. The Gaonkar duo credited their success to the guidance of Mahesh Velip from Goa Ball Badminton, whose mentorship played a key role in preparing them for…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Forward Party (GFP) has expelled State Executive Member Frank Viegas from the party’s primary membership for violating party discipline. According to the party, a detailed review by GFP leadership found that Viegas engaged in actions inconsistent with the party’s principles and organizational discipline, undermining unity within the party. The decision was announced by Mohandas Lolienkar, General Secretary of the Goa Forward Party, emphasizing that the move was taken in the interest of maintaining cohesion and upholding the party’s core values in Goa.

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Ugem Rising Club secured their place in the final of the 3rd Late Uday Shirodkar Memorial Inter-Village Football Tournament after a determined 2-1 comeback victory against Margao Sports Club in the second semifinal held at the Subhash Chandra Bose Sports Complex in Karai, Shiroda. Margao SC took the initial lead, putting Ugem under early pressure. However, Ugem Rising Club responded with resilience, gradually taking control of the match and pushing forward with intent. Their sustained efforts paid off as they found the equaliser and continued to build momentum. With the game finely balanced, Ugem delivered the decisive…

New Delhi: Glenn Maxwell has decided to withdraw from the 2026 Indian Premier League auction, bringing a temporary halt to his long association with the tournament. The Australian all-rounder, who fractured his finger during the 2025 season, was not included in the longlist of players for the upcoming auction. In a message shared on social media, Maxwell said he chose not to participate in the auction this year, describing the decision as significant and filled with gratitude. He reflected on the opportunities and experiences the league has given him over the years, noting that the IPL played a key role…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: Margao Police have arrested two men from Uttar Pradesh who were allegedly operating a statewide cheating racket by impersonating air-conditioner technicians and duping residents during “servicing” visits. Investigators say the pair would visit homes under the pretext of routine AC maintenance and intentionally release the coolant gas. After completing a basic cleaning — for which they charged ₹650 — the suspects would claim the AC required an urgent gas refill and demand around ₹3,500 from customers. During interrogation, both accused reportedly confessed to using the same method to deceive more than a dozen households across Goa.

New Delhi: India’s continued slump in Test cricket has intensified scrutiny on head coach Gautam Gambhir, with former head coach Ravi Shastri openly stating that responsibility must be shared at every level. India have managed to win only one of five Test series since Gambhir took charge, with the lone victory coming against West Indies. Defeats to Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, along with a drawn series against England, have raised concerns about the team’s direction and consistency. Shastri, who led India through multiple high-pressure campaigns in the past, said that the current situation demands honesty rather than protection.…