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Team Goemkarponn Mandrem: Police at Mandrem registered an offence on Friday based on a complaint filed by Police Sub-Inspector Shri Jaydeep R. Palyekar, aged 33 years, attached to the Mandrem Police Station. According to police, during a routine patrol near Khalchawada, Arambol, Pernem, Goa around 1:00 PM, officers stopped a foreign national and asked her to produce her legal travel documents. The woman identified herself as Ms. Iana Igorevna Makeeba, 37 years old, a Russian national holding Passport No. 75 6509184. Upon verification, it was found that she was residing illegally in India/Goa without a valid visa, thereby violating Section…

Team Goemkarponn Valpoi: In a joint operation conducted today by the Valpoi Police and officers from the Veterinary Dispensary, Valpoi, two individuals were arrested for the illegal slaughter and sale of bovine meat in Nagem, Sattari. According to SDPO Jivba Dalvi, the inspection revealed multiple violations at the premises. Subsequently, an FIR was registered against Shaikh Cold Storage and Al Khan Storage under Section 325 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Section 8 of the Goa Animal Preservation Act, 1995, Section 11(1)(i) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and Section 3 of the Goa, Daman and Diu…

Goa, a world-renowned tourist destination, has always prided itself on its vibrant culture, peaceful environment, and welcoming spirit. Its beaches, heritage sites, and festivals draw millions of visitors from across India and the globe each year. However, this openness and constant influx of tourists also pose a serious security challenge. In today’s volatile global environment, no place can consider itself immune from the dangers of terrorism and organized crime. Recent history, as well as present realities, demand that Goa remains vigilant and proactive in safeguarding its people and its reputation. Disturbingly, Goa has, in the past, found itself on the…

Vatican City: The funeral of Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, began on Saturday in a solemn ceremony at St Peter’s Square. The beloved pontiff, who passed away on Monday at the age of 88 after suffering a stroke, was honoured in a 90-minute Mass attended by world leaders, dignitaries, and thousands of mourners. The wooden and zinc-lined coffin of Pope Francis was placed in front of St Peter’s Basilica for the service, which began at 1:30 PM IST and was led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of the College of Cardinals. A…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: FC Goa will take the field on Saturday night with high expectations as they face Punjab FC in the quarter-final of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025. With a place in the semi-finals at stake, the Gaurs head into the fixture with momentum firmly on their side. Fresh off a dominant 3-0 win against Gokulam Kerala FC in the Round of 16, FC Goa will be riding high on confidence. The star of the show was Spanish midfielder Iker Guarrotxena, who netted a stunning hat-trick and showcased the kind of form that could be a game-changer in the…

New Delhi: Legendary cricketer and former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has voiced strong concerns over the widening disparity between the Indian Premier League (IPL) and domestic tournaments like the Ranji Trophy, particularly when it comes to player recognition and financial rewards. In a column for Sportstar, Gavaskar acknowledged the IPL’s undeniable impact on Indian cricket, crediting it for nurturing talents such as Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul, Mohammed Siraj, and Yashasvi Jaiswal. He emphasized that the league has been instrumental in propelling many lesser-known players into national and global limelight. However, Gavaskar drew attention to the stark contrast in…

New Delhi: Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has called for a complete severing of ties with Pakistan in the wake of the devastating terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that left 26 civilians dead. Speaking to the media in Kolkata, Ganguly emphasized the urgent need for strong and decisive action. “This should absolutely be done. Enough is enough. These kinds of attacks cannot be allowed to happen year after year. Terrorism cannot be tolerated,” Ganguly said. Tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply escalated following the attack, which targeted tourists in the popular Baisaran Valley. While India holds…