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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Goa Badminton Association (GBA) has responded to recent complaints of three players (Floyd Araujo, Aryaman Saraf and Yash Halarnkar) in the selection of players for the upcoming 37th National Games, and clarify the rationale behind our selection process. “First and foremost, the 37th National Games are a matter of great pride for all of us in Goa. We understand the significance of this event, and it is our collective goal to ensure that Goa’s performance is held in high esteem,” said a statement released by GBA here. It said the recent criticism alleging unfair selection processes,…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane today said that since the inception of cardiac cath lab facilities in 2014, Goa Medical College (GMC) has successfully conducted 35,000 cardiac surgeries till date. “Since the inception of cardiac cath lab facilities in 2014, Goa Medical College (GMC) has successfully conducted 35,000 cardiac surgeries till date, instilling hope in patients for survival and a fresh lease on life,” said Rane. He further said that with the addition of these new advanced Cath Labs the waiting times for patients will reduce providing them with comprehensive medical care in one place. “I am delighted…

Goemkarponn desk TALIGAO: Two persons were injured, one among them seriously, after a bull attacked them at Taleigao. Panaji police have arrested the bull owner Newton Azavedo from Taleigao for failing to take proper precautions to tie the bull. The incident happened in Taleigao’s Cardoz Waddo. The accused, according to the police, acted carelessly and neglected to take the necessary procedures to tether the bull. Near their home, an aggressive bull traveled for over a kilometer before striking Faiyaz Shaikh and his wife Rizwana with serious injuries. Police were informed that Faiyaz had underwent surgery and was admitted to the…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Shri Pramod Sawant on said that the long-term investment made to create sports infrastructure for the 37th National Games will help athletes. He was addressing reporters along with Sports Minister Shri Govind Gaude following a review of the Games that will be officially inaugurated on 26 October at PJN Stadium, Fatorda. “The advantage of hosting such a multi-faced event is that we are making a long-term investment to develop sports infrastructure. A sports ecosystem is being developed. The infrastructure will be put to good use. This will help promote various athletes. Students will be motivated…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Hosts Goa rode on a superb team effort to upset Telangana 86-56 and keep alive their hopes of reaching the semi-finals in the men’s basketball 5×5 competition of the 37th National Games on Tuesday. Gaurav Chandel and Jesjua Pinto scores 21 points each while the experienced Mahipal Singh Bhati contributed 17 points to the tally as the home team gave their fans at the Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium in Navelim something to cheer for. The home team knew that they needed a win to stay alive in the competition, having lost their opening Pool A clash against…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The National Games Sports Village was officially inaugurated this morning at Campal Ground, Goa, marking a historic moment in the realm of multi-sporting events. Following this grand opening, the weightlifting event for the national games was also launched, setting the stage for a remarkable series of competitions. The National Games Sports Village is an innovative concept designed to bring athletes and cultures from all corners of the nation together. It serves as a hub for unity and camaraderie, where participants from diverse states and backgrounds converge to celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship. At the weightlifting competition inauguration,…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Sports like Lagori and Gatka have been traditionally played in the bylanes of villages and small towns or in fairs and are fairly popular. These sports will now get a far bigger platform as they are set to make their national debut as “demonstration sports” in the 37th National Games being played across Goa from October 26-November 9, 2023. The prestigious event, which has attracted over 7000 sportspersons from across all states and Union Territories have also included new sports like Beach Football, Roll Ball, Golf, Sepak takraw, Squay Martial Arts, Kaliyapattu and Pencak Silat as medal…