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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: With the Crime Branch taking custody of Gautam Khattar following the controversy over his remarks on St Francis Xavier, investigators are now widening the scope of the inquiry to include his previous public statements and activities. According to official sources, sleuths are expected to analyse whether Khattar’s earlier speeches, delivered across multiple states, provide a broader context to the present case and could influence any subsequent legal proceedings. The probe is likely to involve scrutiny of video recordings, transcripts, and other material from his past addresses. Khattar, who heads the Sanatan Mahasangh and often identifies…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao on Monday termed his summons at the Panaji Police Station as a “political witch hunt” by the Bharatiya Janata Party, alleging misuse of police machinery to silence dissent. Appearing before police in connection with a protest outside the residence of Vishwajit Rane at Dona Paula, Alemao said the BJP was targeting opposition leaders through legal action. He claimed that law and order in the state had collapsed, alleging that “police and ruling politicians are hand in glove with criminals,” while those disturbing social harmony were being allowed to operate freely.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Contract workers associated with the Public Works Department (PWD) have intensified their demand for regularisation, submitting a formal memorandum to PWD Minister Digambar Kamat and the Principal Chief Engineer (PCE). The workers, many of whom have spent years in temporary roles, say they continue to be deprived of full service benefits despite limited provisions under the 6th Pay Commission. Announcing their next step, the workers said a शांत and non-disruptive protest will be held at Azad Maidan on May 1, with participation expected from more than 300 employees. They emphasized that the demonstration will be…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Congress MLA Carlos Ferreira has taken a hardline position on remarks perceived to hurt religious sentiments, stating that such acts should be treated as threats to public order and national security rather than mere law-and-order violations. Referring to the controversy involving Gautam Khattar, Ferreira said individuals responsible for inciting religious discord should face detention under the National Security Act (NSA). Rejecting the idea of restricting entry as a sufficient measure, he argued that stronger legal intervention is necessary to deter attempts that could disturb communal harmony. Ferreira alleged that such statements are often aimed at creating…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Oxford delivered a commanding performance to secure a place in the final of the All Goa Under-17 Leather Ball Cricket Tournament, defeating Margao Cricket Club (MCC) by nine wickets in a one-sided semifinal at the NAPEX ground on Sunday. After winning the toss, Oxford captain Tanishq Naik opted to bowl first, a decision that proved decisive. The bowling unit executed its plans effectively, restricting MCC to 131 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. MCC skipper Vinit Kamat top-scored with a steady 52 off 45 balls, while Armaan Nadaf and Darsh Sawant contributed 22 runs…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chowgule Sports Club and Salgaocar Cricket Club delivered commanding performances in the final league round of the Goa Cricket Association Premier Division One-Day League, as the semi-final line-up was officially confirmed on Sunday. The first semi-final will see Geno Sports Club, who topped Group 1, take on Margao Cricket Club, the runners-up from Group 2, on the morning of April 29. Later in the day, Chowgule Sports Club will face Salgaocar Cricket Club in the second semi-final clash. At the GCA Academy ground in Porvorim, Chowgule Sports Club secured a convincing seven-wicket win over Dempo Cricket…

New Delhi: A major change in badminton’s scoring system has triggered strong reactions, with coach Vimal Kumar expressing sharp disappointment over the decision by the Badminton World Federation to introduce a 3×15 points format. The new system, approved at the federation’s annual meeting in Horsens, Denmark, will replace the existing 21-point format from January 2027. The proposal received the required majority support, but concerns have quickly surfaced regarding its effect on the sport. Vimal Kumar believes the change weakens the core essence of badminton, particularly in singles matches, which he described as the purest test of skill, stamina,…