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Team Goemkarponn Navelim: Sixth seed Sudhanshu Maini of Delhi dominated his quarterfinal match against third seed Divyaj Rajkhowa Roy of Assam in the U17 Boys singles category at the UTT National Ranking Championships held at the Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim, Goa. Despite resistance from the Assam boy, Sudhanshu quickly shook off a narrow loss in the third game and surged ahead, showcasing superior skills and game awareness. In the other quarterfinals, the favourites performed as expected. Sarthak Arya from Delhi faced stiff opposition but secured a 3-0 victory over S. Sriram. Punit Biswas of West Bengal also triumphed, defeating…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: The second phase of the underground cabling project was officially launched in Vasco on Wednesday morning. The inauguration took place at the hands of Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar, with the presence of Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) Chairperson Girish Borker, City Ward Councillor Shami Salkar, officials from the electricity department, and other dignitaries. Speaking at the event, MLA Krishna Salkar outlined the scope of the second phase, which will focus on the St. Joseph Vaz road. He provided an update on the progress of the overall project, stating, “We have completed the first phase of Swatantra Path, and…

DELHI: Nearly three lakh pilgrims from India have visited the Gurudwara Shri Darbar Sahib Kartarpur in Pakistan since a corridor was opened on the border nearly five years ago, but each one of them had to pay a $ 20 (Rs 1,681.51) fee. This is the amount that Pakistan has steadfastly charged from each Indian pilgrim as fee, despite India raising it multiple times that the amount should be waived off in deference to the wishes of the pilgrims. The writer of this report also paid the fee when he visited the Gurudwara in 2022. Pakistan has earned nearly Rs…

PANAJI: Goa’s Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho and BJP MLA Nilesh Cabral have been targeted by cyber fraudsters who have allegedly created their fake profiles on WhatsApp and have been asking for money from people. BJP leader Godinho said a police complaint has been lodged in connection with his fake WhatsApp account. In a post on his Facebook page late Wednesday evening, Mr Godinho said a false message has been circulated using his name and image on WhatsApp requesting for money through an Amazon Pay e-gift card. “The message is fraudulent and I strongly condemn such malicious activities,” he said. The…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: On the occasion of the 76th birth anniversary of late Matanhy Saldanha, Goencho Raponkaracho Ekvott and MP Capt. Viriato Fernandes voiced strong criticism against the BJP government for its environmental policies and negligence towards Goa’s fishing community. They highlighted the rampant destruction of natural ecosystems and the adverse effects on traditional fishing livelihoods. During the garlanding ceremony at Cansaulim Market Circle, both groups reiterated their commitment to protect Goa’s environment and its coastal heritage, calling for greater accountability and sustainable development measures to safeguard the interests of the state’s fishermen.

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: Mormugao Port Authority has received global recognition for its environmental initiatives, becoming the first port in India to offer Green Ship Incentives through the prestigious Environment Ship Index (ESI) portal. This accomplishment places the port on the international stage, acknowledged by the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) for promoting environmentally friendly practices among seagoing vessels. The incentive scheme, named ‘Harit Shrey’, was launched in October 2023. The program offers discounts on port charges based on the ESI scores of commercial vessels, encouraging ships to reduce their emissions and comply with international environmental standards. Vessels with…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a concerted effort to enhance law and order in the district, the North Goa Police has intensified its focus on criminal elements over the last week. A series of proactive measures have been implemented to curb criminal activities and maintain public safety. History Sheeters checked: In the past seven days, approximately 85 history sheets have been thoroughly checked. This is part of a broader effort to keep a close watch on individuals with a criminal past and ensure that their activities are being monitored. Surprise Night Checks: Duty Officers have been instructed to carry out surprise…