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Goemkarponn desk MARGAO: During the high-level meeting chaired by Additional Collector Srinet Kotwale, various critical issues concerning traffic and parking in the heart of Margao town were discussed. The meeting focused on implementing both temporary and permanent measures to ease traffic congestion during peak school hours. Attendees included Margao MLA Digambar Kamat, stakeholders, and officials from various agencies such as RTO, Traffic police, and Margao Municipality, along with representatives from Loyola High School and Fatima Convent School. One major point of discussion was the traffic management plan for the city centre, particularly around the schools. A collaborative effort between the…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: To attract tourists to the coastal state and connect them with nature, the Goa government will launch its ‘Monsoon Trekking’ initiative from June 23, a senior official said on Wednesday. The General Manager of Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), Laxmikant Vaingankar, said that the annual ‘Monsoon Trekking’ programme will begin from Tambdi Surla-Mollem in South Goa to attract tourists to the hinterland areas. “Along with domestic and foreign tourists, local people also participate in Monsoon Trekking, which is gaining popularity. Around 30 to 40 per cent of tourists participate in this and we are hoping to increase the…

MUMBAI: Former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir, until Monday, was not just the frontrunner to replace Rahul Dravid for the head coach role in the Indian men’s cricket team, but also was the only Indian contender for the role. There were reports clearly hinting that BCCI had already reached a deal with Gambhir, with the official announcement expected to be later this month, following the end of India’s campaign in the ongoing 2024 T20 World Cup. But the former India opener found a fresh competitor from the very experienced WV Raman, who was also interviewed by BCCI’s Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) on Tuesday. Raman, a veteran…

MUMBAI: Germany, who had started their campaign with a 5-1 win against Scotland, registered their second win in the four-team Group A and stormed into the knockout stages of the competition. They now have six points from two matches with Switzerland on four, Scotland on 1 and Hungary yet to open their account. Germany found it a more difficult evening than their 5-1 win against Scotland in Matchday 1. Julian Nagelsmann’s side had enough about them to get the three points, which ensured they would at least finish as the best third-place team in the group stage. After an even…

LONDON: In a dramatic turn of events, Xherdan Shaqiri, fondly known as ‘Shaq,’ has once again proven his unparalleled prowess on the soccer field. At 32, having left top-flight European soccer to play in MLS, Shaqiri’s stunning first-half strike secured a 1-1 draw for Switzerland against Scotland at Euro 2024 on Wednesday. This remarkable feat marks his sixth consecutive major international tournament with a goal, dating back to the 2014 World Cup, making him the first player to achieve such a record, according to UEFA. His curling effort from 20 meters out exemplified his enduring skill, leaving fans and pundits…

NEW DELHI: Former India head coach Igor Stimac has finally spoken up after his sudden sacking from the national side’s managerial duties through a post on his official social media handle. In his post, the Croatian thanked the Indian football fans and the team management for their support throughout his struggle-filled 5-year tenure with the side. After an important virtual meeting between head officials at the All India Football Federation (AIFF) on June 17, the board came up with the decision to close Stimac’s chapter with the Indian team after a string of lacklustre performances. Igor Stimac’s tenure as the…

NEW DELHI: India has reported more than 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases and over 100 deaths this summer amid a prolonged heatwave. Temperatures in northern India have soared to nearly 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit), one of the longest heatwave spells recorded. Birds have fallen from the sky due to extreme heat, and hospitals have seen an influx of heat-affected patients. The health ministry has instructed federal and state institutions to prioritise patient care, and hospitals in Delhi are increasing bed availability to cope with the crisis. Official statistics A health ministry official confirmed over 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases and…