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New Delhi: India is stepping up efforts to safeguard its space infrastructure by encouraging private startups to develop specialised “bodyguard satellites” designed to protect critical spacecraft from potential threats in orbit. The initiative is being pursued as part of a broader national security strategy amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing concerns about the vulnerability of satellites used for surveillance, communication and defence operations. Discussions between government agencies and private space companies have reportedly reached an advanced stage, with the first experimental satellite expected to be launched during the first half of this year. These satellites are intended to…

New Delhi: India are set to face England in the second semi final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on March 5 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, with both teams aiming to secure a spot in the final in Ahmedabad. Ahead of the crucial encounter, India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel cautioned that England cannot be taken lightly despite India’s dominant victory over them in their previous meeting in February 2025. In that match, India had registered a massive 150 run win. Speaking before the game, Morkel described England as a street smart side with significant depth and…

New Delhi: New Zealand opener Finn Allen credited a pre tournament series against India national cricket team for helping his side adapt to challenging conditions after his stunning century guided New Zealand national cricket team into the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Allen delivered a sensational unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls as New Zealand secured a commanding nine wicket victory over South Africa national cricket team in the semifinal at Eden Gardens. His explosive innings, filled with towering sixes and crisp boundaries, helped the team chase down a target of 170 in only 12.5…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Compassion must play a central role in international decision making if the world hopes to reduce conflict in an increasingly uncertain global environment, Prof. Varun Sahni said while inaugurating the exhibition Refuge, Rights & Resilience: The Tibetan Story at the Museum of Goa. The exhibition has been jointly curated by the Tibet Museum and the Museum of Goa as part of the larger initiative The Infinite Ripple – 90 Years of Compassion. The event also featured a keynote address titled “Compassion in a Complex and Often Cruel World.” During the talk, Sahni reflected on the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Panaji witnessed a lively sporting atmosphere as the Panjim Gymkhana successfully conducted the first edition of its Members Carrom Tournament, drawing strong participation and competitive enthusiasm from club members. The week long event marked a promising beginning for the club’s indoor sports calendar and highlighted the growing interest in traditional board games among members. A total of 17 participants took part in the inaugural competition, which was formally opened by Sameer Kakodkar, who declared the tournament open and encouraged players to compete with dedication while maintaining the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship. The tournament was…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The State Judo Championships 2025–26, organised by the Goa Judo Association, concluded successfully after a competitive tournament featuring junior and senior athletes in both men’s and women’s categories. Participants from several clubs and training centres across the state competed in the event, reflecting the growing popularity and improving standard of the sport in Goa. In the Junior Men division, Pawn Patel of RCC Ponda secured gold in the below 55 kg category, while Sido Murmu from RCC Panaji finished first in the below 60 kg event. Rishu Yadav of SAI STC Ponda claimed the top…

New Delhi: Himanta Biswa Sarma said the Bharatiya Janata Party has entered the final stage of selecting candidates for the upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly election, with the party confident of fielding strong contenders across all constituencies. The chief minister made the remarks while addressing the media after attending an official programme in Guwahati. Earlier in the day, Sarma ceremonially handed over appointment letters to newly selected officers of the Assam Civil Service and other allied services at the Damodardeva International Auditorium. During the event, the state government also inducted 143 new vehicles into the fleet of the Assam…