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JAKARTA: India’s challenge ended at the Indonesia Open Super 1000 tournament with star shuttler Lakshya Sen bowing out in the quarterfinals of the men’s singles event in Jakarta on Friday. India’s challenge ended at the Indonesia Open Super 1000 tournament with star shuttler Lakshya Sen bowing out in the quarterfinals of the men’s singles event in Jakarta on Friday. Sen, ranked 14th in the world, fought hard before going down 22-24 18-21 against world no.5 Anders Antonsen of Denmark in a match that lasted one hour and one minute. Antonsen now enjoys a 3-2 head-to-head record against the Indian. It…

NEW YORK: For the second time in as many games, a low-scoring match was played in the 2024 T20 World Cup at New York. After Sri Lanka were bowled out for 77 by South Africa, India’s bowlers were fearsome and relentless in bundling out Ireland for 96. The nature of the pitch in New York once again became a huge talking point – there was excessive movement and variable bounce kept the batters guessing, though some like India captain Rohit Sharma took blows in a rather comfortable eight-wicket win for the side. Vikram Rathour, India’s batting coach, admitted the pitch…

Goemkarponn Desk MAJORDA: South Western Railway has on Saturday issued a public warning notice regarding speed trial run on New Doubling track between Majorda and Cansualim. “The commissioner of Railway safety , Southern circle ,Bengaluru will conduct statutory inspection and speed trial run on New Doubling track between Majorda and Cansaulim section in South Goa as part of Tinaighat- Vasco double line on the 10thJune 2024. Public are hereby advised to be cautious and not to trespass or cross the Railway track , which may endanger the lives. Trespassers are also liable for prosecution, which may please be noted .…

NEW YORK: Ahead of the highly anticipated blockbuster clash against arch-rival Pakistan, India captain Rohit Sharma sustained a blow to his left thumb while batting in the net session however the skipper resumed practice after receiving medical assistance from the side’s medical team. The match between India and Pakistan will take place at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. During a net session, the 37-year-old captain was smacked on the thumb, prompting rapid care from the team’s medical staff. After the ball hit Rohit on the thumb he took off the glove to access the blow and the…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: FC Goa are delighted to announce that Odei Onaindia has extended his contract with the Club, committing to remain with the Gaurs for the upcoming season. The Spanish centre-back, who joined the Men in Orange last summer, played a pivotal role in the team’s defensive solidity and leadership throughout the 2023-24 season. Onaindia’s impressive performances saw him make 32 appearances across all competitions, missing just one game under head coach Manolo Marquez and starting in every match he played. His presence was instrumental as FC Goa reached the semi-finals of the Durand Cup 2023 and the ISL…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Limited (IPSCDL) is close to completing  its  Smart Conversion of Overhead to Underground Electrical Network (SCOUGEN) project in Panaji and Ribandar. This significant milestone in the Panaji Smart City initiative aims to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the region’s power infrastructure. The SCOUGEN project, envisaged by the Goa Electricity Department, addresses frequent power failures and modernizes outdated electrical equipment. By converting the remaining overhead network to an underground system, the project seeks to deliver a more stable and resilient power supply to the citizens of Panaji and Ribandar. At Ribandar, initially,…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Eight Goan children with disabilities were trained in water-based survival skills, thanks to Drishti Marine’s ongoing ‘Learn to Float’ initiative, a life-saving programme that aims to teach children the essential skill of floating, enhancing their water safety and providing a foundation for confidence and independence in aquatic environments. The state-appointed lifesaver agency, Drishti Marine, has tailored its free-of-cost ‘Learn to Float’ programme under the aegis of the Marine Drishti Coastal Foundation and Goa-based Special Rescue Training Academy (SRTA), to cater to the needs of children with disabilities, imparting to them vital survival skills in water. It is…