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Team Goemkarponn XELVONA: In a coordinated crackdown, the Quepem Mamlatdar, Department of Mines, and Curchorem Police uncovered a major illegal sand extraction operation being run under the guise of a fisheries unit in Xelvona. The raid, conducted at the premises of Ocean Dew Fisheries Pvt. Ltd., revealed industrial sand mining activities in clear violation of environmental and mining regulations. Authorities found no signs of legitimate fishery operations. Instead, they discovered a fully functional sand extraction setup, including high-capacity industrial suction pumps. Officials suspect the racket had been operational for an extended period, masked by the company’s registration as a fisheries…

New Delhi: FC Goa are set to face Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the first semi-final of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, April 30, at 4:30 PM IST. Under the guidance of head coach Manolo Marquez, the Gaurs have demonstrated resilience and tactical discipline, notably in their comeback victory over Punjab FC in the quarter-finals. Marquez emphasized the importance of each match in the tournament, stating, “Everyone knows that you have to win four games to be the champion. Every game is very difficult. Winning a trophy is very important.” This mindset…

New Delhi: In a significant escalation, Pakistan’s military opened fire across the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pargawal sector late last night. This marks a rare instance of cross-border firing along the International Border, which is typically less volatile than the Line of Control (LoC). Indian defense sources confirmed that the Border Security Force (BSF) responded promptly and effectively to the unprovoked aggression. The incident follows a series of ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the LoC, including mortar shelling in sectors such as Arnia and Sia. These actions have heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, especially in the…

New Delhi: Pakistan’s Information Minister, Attaullah Tarar, has claimed that Islamabad possesses “credible intelligence” indicating that India may initiate military action within the next 24 to 36 hours. This assertion follows the recent Pahalgam terror attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians. Tarar characterized the potential Indian strike as a response to “baseless and fabricated allegations” concerning Pakistan’s involvement in the attack. He warned that any Indian military aggression would be met with a “certain and decisive” response, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to defending its sovereignty. The Pahalgam incident has significantly strained relations between the two…

New Delhi: Security agencies have identified Hashim Moosa, a former Pakistani Special Services Group (SSG) commando, as a central figure in the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, including 25 tourists and a local pony operator. Moosa, also known by the alias Suleiman, is believed to be hiding in the forests of south Kashmir. The Jammu and Kashmir Police have announced a ₹20 lakh reward for information leading to his capture, assuring that the informer’s identity will be kept confidential. Investigations reveal that Moosa, after his dismissal from the…

New Delhi: The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has confirmed that both cricket and mixed martial arts (MMA) will be featured in the 2026 Asian Games, scheduled to take place in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4, 2026. This announcement was made following the 41st meeting of the AINAGOC Board of Directors at Nagoya City Hall on April 28, 2025. Mixed martial arts will debut at the Asian Games as a full medal sport, joining the combat sports category alongside ju-jitsu and kurash. The inclusion of MMA marks a significant milestone in the sport’s recognition across Asia. Notably,…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened multiple high-level meetings today, including the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) and the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), in response to escalating tensions following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. This marks the first CCPA meeting since the 2019 Pulwama attack, underscoring the gravity of the current situation. The Pahalgam attack on April 22 resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, including 25 Indian nationals and one Nepalese tourist. The assailants, identified as members of the militant group Kashmir Resistance, reportedly demanded that victims recite Islamic verses before executing them, raising religious tensions.…