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Team Goemkarponn Margao: In a nerve-wracking finish at the MCC, Margao, the VMCL HUSTLERS clinched a narrow 2-run victory over the VMCL SCORPIONS in the final of the Ferdinand Coelho Memorial VMCL-3, a 20-over contest played on Friday night. Winning the toss and opting to bat first, the Hustlers posted a total of 139 runs for the loss of 9 wickets. Venkatesh Nevagi (37 runs off 34 balls) and Sachin Kenkre (35 off 32 balls) top-scored with key contributions. Despite early setbacks, the team managed to build momentum through the middle overs before quick wickets slowed their progress. Anil Mashelkar…

Team Goemkarponn Mapusa: In 2020, three major linear infrastructure projects were proposed to pass through two of Goa’s most critical Protected Areas — Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary and Mollem National Park. These included a highway expansion, double-tracking of a railway line, and a power transmission line. In response, the Amche Mollem campaign was launched, combining art, science, citizen activism, and legal action to oppose these developments and safeguard Goa’s largest Protected Area. The campaign mobilised communities across the state, documenting not just the rich biodiversity of Mollem’s forests but also capturing the deep cultural and emotional ties locals share with…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: FC Goa staged a thrilling late comeback to defeat Punjab FC 2-1 in the quarter-finals of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. The dramatic win propelled the Gaurs into the semi-finals of the competition. The match began with both teams battling for control, but the first half ended in a goalless draw, largely due to an exceptional diving save by FC Goa goalkeeper Hrithik Tiwari, who denied a powerful effort from Nikhil Prabhu. It was Punjab FC who broke the deadlock in the 56th minute. Muhammad Suhail’s shot from the right…

New Delhi: New Delhi, April 28, 2025 — In a significant boost to its maritime capabilities, India is all set to sign a monumental Rs 63,000 crore deal with France for the procurement of 26 Rafale-M fighter jets. The deal, expected to be finalized today, will strengthen the Indian Navy’s fleet and enhance its defense capabilities in the Indian Ocean. The Rafale-M, regarded as one of the most advanced and capable fighter jets in its class, is currently operated exclusively by the French Navy. The new acquisition will be deployed aboard India’s aircraft carriers, INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya, replacing…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: A public nuisance incident involving two women allegedly under the influence of alcohol caused chaos in Colvale and later in Mapusa, leading to police intervention and traffic disruptions. According to eyewitness accounts, the women were first spotted on the service road near the Central Jail in Colvale, where they sat in the middle of the road drinking and obstructing vehicles. The situation escalated when one of them reportedly smashed a bottle, prompting bystanders to alert the police and emergency medical services. Mapusa police rushed to the scene and shifted both women to the North District Hospital in…

New Delhi: Washington, April 28, 2025 — Following the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians, the United States has urged both India and Pakistan to work towards a “responsible resolution” of their escalating tensions. The US State Department issued a statement on Sunday, emphasizing its ongoing communication with both nations while urging them to resolve their differences in a responsible manner. While publicly supporting India in the wake of the attack, the US government has refrained from directly criticizing Pakistan. India has blamed Pakistan for the attack on April 22, which targeted civilians, but Pakistan denies…

New Delhi: In the aftermath of the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 civilian lives, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reaffirmed the country’s firm stance on terrorism during a phone call with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The two leaders discussed the “cross-border” nature of the attack, with Jaishankar strongly emphasizing India’s policy of “zero tolerance for terrorism.” The conversation came amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, as New Delhi holds Islamabad-linked terror outfits responsible for the April 22 massacre at Baisaran meadow in Jammu and Kashmir. According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, Lammy also held a…