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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa’s vehicle scrappage policy has received a positive response, with as many as 1,366 old and unfit vehicles scrapped at authorised centres across the state over the past two years. Officials said the initiative is aimed at encouraging vehicle owners to phase out outdated and polluting vehicles in an environmentally responsible manner. The scheme has steadily gained traction as more people opt for regulated scrapping instead of continuing to use unfit vehicles. Under the policy, owners who scrap their old vehicles are issued a certificate of deposit, which enables them to avail incentives on the purchase of…

Team Goemkarponn DABOLIM: In a significant move to improve policing infrastructure at Dabolim Airport, the Goa Human Rights Commission (GHRC) has directed airport authorities to allocate additional space for the airport police station. The commission has ordered the handover of an extra 121 square metres of basement area to the police. This comes over and above the 190 square metres that had already been directed to be provided earlier. At present, the airport police station is operating from temporary porta cabins, which the commission noted are inadequate for efficient functioning. After reviewing the situation, GHRC observed that more space is…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) has granted environmental clearance to Chowgule & Company Pvt Ltd for handling iron ore dumps situated on private land outside the mining lease area at Pale village in Bicholim. The approval, issued under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), comes with a series of conditions aimed at controlling pollution and ensuring environmental safeguards. Acting on recommendations from the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB), the authority has directed the company to set up a minimum of three ambient air quality monitoring stations at the site to…

New Delhi: A fresh debate over player workload has emerged after Lalit Modi sharply criticised the Board of Control for Cricket in India for what he described as excessive scheduling that could harm players’ well being. The remarks came amid reports of unease within the Indian team setup ahead of a one off Test match against Afghanistan. Gautam Gambhir is believed to have raised concerns about the tight turnaround, with several players expected to feature in the Indian Premier League 2026 final on May 31 before quickly joining the national squad for the Test beginning June 6. This narrow window…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Public Works Department Minister Digambar Kamat highlighted the need for inclusive platforms to encourage women’s participation while inaugurating a new Pink Centre at the Margao Cricket Club ground in Margao. The facility, launched by the Goa Cricket Association, is designed to promote women’s cricket and provide a dedicated space for training and development. Senior officials and members of the cricketing body were present at the event, marking a significant step towards strengthening grassroots opportunities for women in the sport. Speaking at the inauguration, Kamat described the initiative as a progressive move that aligns with the broader vision…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The United Club of Utorda, in collaboration with the Goa Football Development Council, successfully conducted a Summer Football Camp that drew an enthusiastic response from young players in the region. A total of 148 trainees participated in the camp, underlining the growing passion for football among youth in Utorda. The closing ceremony saw the presence of key dignitaries, including GFDC Member Secretary Fransquinha Oliveira, club president Trinidade Fernandes, Utorda Sarpanch Celina Gomes, and Parish Priest of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Fr Arvino Fernandes. Addressing the gathering, Oliveira praised the organisers for the impressive turnout and emphasised…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa’s veteran cricket circuit has earned recognition at the national level, with three players from the Goa Veterans Cricket Association securing spots in the West Zone Veterans squad for the upcoming All India Veterans Cricket Tournament. Sahil Dhuri, Prasad Patil, and Basappa Madar have been selected to represent the West Zone team in the prestigious competition, which will be conducted under the aegis of the Board for Veteran Cricket in India. The tournament is scheduled to take place in Hyderabad from May 2 to May 4, 2026, at the Grand Arena, with matches set to be played…