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Sydney: On the first day of the fifth India-Australia Test in Sydney, a rare glimpse of Jasprit Bumrah’s aggressive side was on full display. The star Indian fast bowler, who tops the ICC Test bowler’s rankings, engaged in a heated argument with Australian batter Sam Konstas during the final hour of play on January 3. This intense exchange was followed by Bumrah’s dramatic celebration after dismissing Usman Khawaja on the last ball of the day. Bumrah’s charged-up behavior was a departure from his typically calm demeanor, catching the attention of fans and experts alike. In a recent interview, Bumrah elaborated…

Team Goemkarponn MAJORDA: Custodio Faria, the Panchayat Secretary of Majorda-Utorda-Calata Village Panchayat, was fined Rs 22,500 by the Goa State Information Commission (GSIC) in a historic decision for not providing information within the legally required timeframes set forth by the Right to Information (RTI) Act. Accountability is emphasized by the Commission’s order, which requires the Directorate of Panchayats to produce a compliance report within two working days and to collect the penalty within ten days of receiving it. It has also stipulated that Faria must pay for any legal fees she incurs in this case herself rather than using public…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Health Minister Vishwjit Rane said that Goa is taking bold steps in the fight against tuberculosis with a comprehensive approach that includes awareness, screenings and timely action. “Goa is taking bold steps in the fight against tuberculosis with a comprehensive approach that includes awareness, screenings and timely action,” said Rane Through initiatives like Nikshay Vahan and BCG vaccinations,Rane said the state is not only providing essential care but also actively working to reduce stigma and promote a TB-free environment. “The Satellite OPD at RMD Usgao recently marked a significant step in strengthening Goa’s healthcare outreach, reaffirming the…

New Delhi: In a significant move to enhance data privacy, the Indian government has released draft rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, which require social media platforms and other online services to obtain verifiable parental consent before processing the personal data of children. This development, announced on Friday, sets a new standard for protecting the digital rights of minors in India. The draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, emphasize the importance of parental consent for children under 18 who wish to open social media accounts or use other online services. Data Fiduciaries, entities responsible for determining…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: North Goa SP Akshat Kaushal has urged beach shack owners to inform the police right away if there are any attacks on domestic visitors at their establishments and to avoid taking matters into their own hands. About fifty shack owners from the Calangute-Candolim belt attended a meeting at the Porvorim Police Station on Friday night where the command was given. The purpose of the roughly 40-minute meeting was to discuss the growing number of violent altercations between shack employees and visitors. At first, SP Kaushal had told shack owners to shut down at 12 am in an…

New Delhi: Headline: India Receives Extradition Request for Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, Response Uncertain In the midst of strained bilateral relations, India has confirmed receiving a formal request from Bangladesh to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been residing in India since her ouster in August. This development follows a massive student-led protest that ended Hasina’s 15-year rule in Bangladesh. The request, sent through a note verbale by the Bangladesh high commission in New Delhi to India’s Ministry of External Affairs on December 23, has put India in a diplomatic quandary. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal acknowledged the…

New Delhi: In a significant move to underscore the government’s commitment to rural development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. This six-day event, running from January 4 to 9, 2025, is a celebration of rural India’s resilience and innovation under the theme ‘Building a Resilient Rural India for Viksit Bharat 2047’. PM Modi’s address highlighted the government’s robust policies and decisions aimed at transforming rural areas into vibrant centers of growth and opportunity. He emphasized that the prosperity of villages is pivotal for the nation’s overall development, stating, “The…