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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The controversy over BJP leader Narendra Sawaikar’s “termites” remark continued on Tuesday, with the party refusing to issue an apology while Sawaikar insisted that his social media post had no political intent. Defending Sawaikar, BJP leader Siddharth Kunkalienkar said the party stood by his remarks and saw no reason to apologise. He argued that the reference to “termites” and “cockroaches” should not be viewed as offensive and rejected criticism over the statement. Kunkalienkar also raised questions about the behaviour of some participants at Sunday’s protest, alleging that a few youths smoked within the Goa Martyrs’ Memorial premises…

Team Goemkarponn BAMBOLIM: The Goa Association of Resident Doctors (GARD) has strongly condemned the reported use of force against resident doctors and medical students during recent protests seeking education reforms. In a press release issued on Monday, GARD described the visuals and reports emerging from the incident as “deeply distressing” and stated that healthcare professionals and medical students, who dedicate themselves to serving society, deserve an environment of safety, dignity, and respect. The association said any act of violence against doctors is unacceptable and undermines the values of a democratic society. It expressed solidarity with all resident doctors, interns, and…

NEW DELHI: The flood situation in Assam has worsened, with more than 3.62 lakh people affected across 16 districts as relentless rainfall and rising river levels continue to inundate large parts of the state. Rescue teams remain engaged in evacuating stranded residents, while authorities are closely monitoring rivers that are flowing above the danger mark. According to official figures, 3,62,933 people from 794 villages spread across 45 revenue circles have been impacted. The worst affected districts include Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Sonitpur, Biswanath, Golaghat, Dhemaji, Tinsukia, Nagaon, Karbi Anglong, Cachar, Udalguri, Chirang, Kamrup and Kamrup Metro. In Upper Assam, floodwaters…

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Tuesday approved the transfer of Ladakhi activist Sonam Wangchuk from Safdarjung Hospital to Medanta Hospital, observing that his concerns could not be ignored. The formal order is expected to be issued after the court completes the necessary proceedings. Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike in support of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) protests over the alleged NEET UG 2026 paper leak and examination irregularities. He has been demanding greater accountability from the government and has insisted that his fast will continue until protesting students and activists are allowed to meet Members…

NEW DELHI: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has strongly defended Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli amid growing speculation over the future of the two batting stalwarts, saying their achievements and immense popularity make them extremely difficult to leave out of the national team. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin said Rohit and Kohli remain untouchable as long as they are willing to play for India. He pointed to Rohit’s remarkable career record, which includes nearly 12,000 international runs, as one of the biggest reasons the selectors would find it difficult to move on from him. Ashwin also highlighted the duo’s…

NEW DELHI: India has announced a 20 member squad for next month’s FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup, with defender Harmanpreet Singh set to lead the side as it aims to end a long wait for World Cup success. The squad has been trimmed from the 24 players who featured in the European leg of the FIH Pro League, with defender Amandeep Lakra, midfielders Raj Kumar Pal and Rabichandra Singh Moirangthem, and forward Selvam Karthi missing out because of the tournament’s squad size restrictions. India will head into the World Cup looking to bounce back from a disappointing Pro League campaign,…

NEW DELHI: The Centre has clarified that it has no plans to increase ethanol blending in petrol beyond the current 20 per cent level, stating that any future decision will only be taken after detailed scientific and technical studies along with consultations with key stakeholders. Responding in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi said no decision has been made to raise ethanol blending above E20. He added that any proposal for a higher blend would be considered only after discussions with automobile manufacturers, oil marketing companies and research institutions. The government also defended…