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Goemakrponn desk PANAJI: FC Goa’s Odei Onaindia, who has been a vital cog in their brilliant run in the Indian Super League (ISL) this season, will be an excited man when he arrives in Hyderabad on February 1 for the first game of the league’s second phase. The Spaniard, who stood tall at the heart of the Nawabs’ defence for two seasons (2020-21, 2022-23) is coming back to take on his former club, Hyderabad FC, at the Maidaan in Gachibowli for the first time since he departed last summer. Speaking ahead of the game, Onaindia seemed a little wistful about…

 ~ Smol Block, a toy company in Goa renowned for crafting sustainable wooden toys, will be showcasing and launching products at the upcoming Nuremberg Toy Fair 2024. ~ Aaron D’Costa, co-founder of Smol Block, is eager to establish connections with multinational toy companies to introduce Smol Block in international markets and gain global recognition for Goa in the toys and games sector. Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Smol Block, a niche toy company in Goa that manufactures eco-friendly and sustainable wooden toys, is set to showcase its products and launch its new range of toys at the upcoming edition of the world’s…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Seven days after the inauguration of Bharat Parv at the hands of Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi thousands of people, particularly Delhities, are thronging at Red Fort, New Delhi, the venue for Bharat Parv being organized by the Ministry of Tourism. The 9 days event is being organized as part of the 75th Republic Day Celebrations to celebrate the spirit of India i.e. unity in Diversity. This Mega Event being held annually since 2016 aims at generating patriotic fervor and showcasing the rich and varied cultural diversity of the Country. This year, the Bharat Parv commenced…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Four persons involved in two separate kayak mishaps were rescued off Agonda beach over the weekend, which also saw four children who went missing on Goa’s beaches, reunited with their parents. At Agonda beach, a Pune-based couple aged between 26 to 32 years, who were kayaking off Agonda were at risk of drowning after their kayak overturned in the sea. A vigilant lifeguard observed the duo in distress and promptly alerted a nearby lifesaver, who set off on a rescue mission with a jetski and brought the couple to shore. In another similar incident, also reported off…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: VM Salgaocar College of Law, Miramar, in collaboration with the National Commission for Women, organized a one-day Regional consultative Western India workshop on the Rights of Women under Property Law on 27th January 2024 at the college premises. The organizing committee for the said event was constituted of the Principal, Dr. G. Shaber Ali; Vice Principal, Dr. Kim Couto – Coordinator; Asst Prof Disha Sardesai- Co-Coordinator; Ms. Bhavika Sharma- JTE legal, Legal cell, National Commission for Women, New Delhi. The consultative workshop had 30 expert panelists from the states of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Goa.…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Sixty-two-year-old medical professional Dr Manoj Chandiramani won the finals in the men’s singles 60+ veteran category in the ongoing Gadre Gaspar Dias Open 2024, defeating Rafik Khotu (6-2) (6-0), even as the tournament’s open category matches also got underway in the state capital on Monday. Chandiramani, a former state and national level tennis player, had previously won the men’s singles title in the 60+ category in 2021. He easily brushed aside his opponent’s challenge, losing just two games in the straight-set victory. Other title winners in the tournament’s veteran’s category are Sumant Paul and Jaydeep Wakankar who…

Goemkarponn desk MARGAO: Goa has won one silver and five bronze medals on the third day of the West Zone Khelo India Women’s Wushu League, organised by the Indian Wushu Association, Goa Wushu Association and Sports Authority of India at Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim, on Monday. While Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra won gold medals, Gujarat won silver medals. Sanda competitions took place till the semifinals in all categories. All the finals of Sanda will be held on Tuesday. Honourable MLA Shri Ullas Tuenkar graced with his presence and honoured some athletes. On Tuesday, the closing ceremony of the competition…