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Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: A Nagpuri youth cultural event organized on the premises of St. Xavier’s College and Higher Secondary School in Mapusa turned disorderly on the evening of April 20, after clashes erupted among attendees reportedly under the influence of alcohol. The event, hosted by a Jharkhand-based group with prior approval from the college authorities, was expected to draw a crowd between 1,000 and 3,000 people. However, according to sources, the permission granted did not authorize the consumption or distribution of alcohol on the campus. Despite this, several individuals were seen consuming alcohol during the programme. The situation spiraled into…

Team Goemkarponn BAGA: Calangute Police have registered a case against three individuals for allegedly engaging in illegal online betting during the T-20 IPL cricket match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans on April 22, 2025. The raid was carried out in the early hours between 12:35 AM and 2:45 AM at Flat No. 203, Arsh’s Nest, Saldana Kayle Garden, Baga, Calangute, Bardez. During the operation, police seized one laptop and seven mobile phones valued at approximately ₹1,10,000. The arrested individuals have been identified as Ankit Rathore (34) from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh; and Badal (32) and Ajay (32), both from…

New Delhi: Renowned cricket commentators Harsha Bhogle and Simon Doull have reportedly been excluded from the commentary panel for Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) home matches at Eden Gardens, following their public criticism of the pitch conditions in Kolkata. The controversy stems from comments made by the duo regarding the lack of spin-friendly surfaces at Eden Gardens this IPL season. Both Bhogle and Doull supported KKR’s captain and coach, who had expressed frustration over not receiving pitches suited to their spin-heavy bowling attack. The criticism didn’t sit well with the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), which is said to have written…

New Delhi: Legendary Australian captain Steve Waugh has urged Rohit Sharma to reflect on his commitment to Test cricket, as the Indian opener faces growing scrutiny over his form in the longest format. Rohit, who is nearing the twilight of his international career, has endured a lean patch in recent Test series. Over his last 15 innings, he has managed just one half-century, prompting questions about his future in the format. This poor run led to him being dropped from India’s playing XI during the Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy earlier this year, where India lost the series 1-3.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: FC Goa comfortably sailed into the quarter-finals of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 with an impressive 3-0 victory over Gokulam Kerala FC at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Monday. The standout performer for FC Goa was Iker Guarrotxena, who netted a brilliant hat-trick to seal his team’s place in the next round. The Spanish midfielder’s clinical finishing was the highlight of an otherwise dominant display from the Gaurs. The match kicked off with an early breakthrough for FC Goa in the 22nd minute. Dejan Drazic drove forward from the halfway line and was brought down inside…

New Delhi: Gold prices in India have surged to unprecedented levels, crossing the Rs 1 lakh per 10 grams mark amid rising global market uncertainties. As of now, 24-carat gold is priced above Rs 10,000 per gram in major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai, reflecting a robust rally for the yellow metal. In the U.S., gold futures experienced a significant jump of 1.7%, reaching $3,482.40 on Monday evening. This surge is attributed to rising concerns among investors following President Donald Trump’s criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, which has fueled anxieties over potential economic instability. As a…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. Vice President JD Vance took a significant step towards strengthening economic ties on Monday, announcing the Terms of Reference (TOR) for a bilateral trade agreement (BTA). The move marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to foster a results-driven, mutually beneficial partnership between India and the United States. The announcement came after the two leaders met in the national capital, where they discussed various aspects of the potential agreement. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer confirmed that the TOR, finalised between the U.S. Trade Representative’s office and India’s Ministry of Commerce and…