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Harare: India fast bowler Mayank Yadav has spoken candidly about the emotional and physical challenges of battling multiple injuries over the past two years, saying the difficult phase tested him at a young age but strengthened his determination to return and perform for the national team. Mayank announced his comeback in style with a match winning performance against Zimbabwe in the T20I in Harare on Thursday. The 24 year old was named Player of the Match after producing an impressive spell of 2 for 18 in four overs, reassuring fans that he had retained both his pace and intensity after…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: A three day Hockey India Coaching Educational Pathway Workshop began in Goa on Wednesday, bringing together hockey coaches, physical education teachers and aspiring trainers to enhance their technical knowledge and coaching skills. Organised by Goans Hockey in collaboration with Hockey India, the workshop is being held from July 23 to 25 with the objective of improving coaching standards and supporting the long term development of hockey in the state. The programme was inaugurated by Dr Ajay Gaude, Director of Sports and Executive Director of the Sports Authority of Goa, who attended as the chief guest. Also present…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The State Level Civil Services Carrom Tournament 2026-27 concluded successfully after three days of competitive action, bringing together government employees from departments across Goa in a celebration of sportsmanship and fitness. Organised by the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Goa, the tournament was held from July 21 to 23 and witnessed enthusiastic participation from civil servants competing in multiple categories. The closing ceremony was attended by Dr Ajay R. Gaude, Director of the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs and Executive Director of the Sports Authority of Goa, along with senior officials, participants and…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The World Trade Center (WTC) Goa has announced the launch of a new Export Facilitation Centre to help local exporters and small businesses access global markets, marking a significant step towards strengthening Goa’s international trade ecosystem. The announcement was made during an international seminar titled ‘Dubai: The Business Gateway to Global Trade’ held at Caculo Mall in Panaji. The event brought together entrepreneurs, exporters, industry experts and business leaders to discuss opportunities for expanding Goan businesses into overseas markets through Dubai. The newly established Export Facilitation Centre will assist exporters with documentation, regulatory guidance and coordination with…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI/DELHI: The Union Government has informed the Karnataka Government that it will not process the pending forest and wildlife clearances required for the proposed diversion of water from the Mhadei river until the Supreme Court delivers its final judgment in the interstate river dispute. The communication effectively pauses progress on the Kalasa and Banduri components of the project, which Karnataka has proposed to divert water from the Mhadei basin to the Malaprabha river to improve drinking water supply in several districts of the state. According to the Centre, granting statutory environmental approvals while the matter is under consideration…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) conducted a surveillance drive at Calangute targeting dum biryani outlets, leading to the suspension of operations at six of the seven food businesses inspected for violating food safety norms. The inspections were carried out after the FDA took cognisance of inputs received through social media. During the drive, officials found that six establishments did not have valid sanitary/health cards for their food handlers and lacked water filtration facilities. As none of the food handlers at the six outlets possessed the mandatory health cards, the FDA directed the establishments to immediately suspend…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: An adult female leopard that accidentally fell into an open well at Loliem in Canacona was successfully rescued by the South Goa Forest Division and safely released back into its natural habitat after undergoing a veterinary examination. According to the Forest Department, the rescue operation was launched immediately after the incident was reported. Using specialised rescue equipment and under the supervision of veterinary experts, the team safely extricated the leopard from the well. The animal was examined by veterinarians and found to be uninjured before being released into the forest within a few hours. The successful operation…