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New Delhi: A fresh clarification regarding the status of passports has reignited discussions on how Indian citizens legally establish their nationality and whether the country needs a single document that conclusively proves citizenship. The clarification reiterated that a passport is primarily a travel document and should not be treated as definitive proof of Indian citizenship. Officials stressed that this position is not new and has remained unchanged under successive governments. At present, India does not issue a universal citizenship card that can independently establish a person’s status as an Indian citizen. Instead, citizenship is determined through a combination of factors…

New Delhi: The investigation into the alleged misappropriation of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has intensified, with eight individuals arrested in connection with the case following the submission of a preliminary report by a Special Investigation Team. The controversy first surfaced earlier this month, when allegations emerged regarding irregularities in the handling of cash and valuables offered by devotees at the temple. Initial responses from authorities and temple officials rejected the claims and maintained that the donation process was subject to regular audits and strict oversight. However, as concerns grew, the Uttar Pradesh government constituted a Special…

New Delhi: More than four decades after the destruction of Air India Flight 182, Canada’s intelligence agency has officially acknowledged that Canada based Khalistani extremists were responsible for carrying out the bombing that claimed the lives of all 329 people on board. The attack, now recognised as the deadliest act of terrorism in Canadian history, took place on June 23, 1985, when an explosive device hidden inside checked baggage detonated aboard the aircraft as it flew over the Atlantic Ocean near the coast of Ireland. The flight, popularly known as the Kanishka, was travelling from Montreal to New Delhi with…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Concerned over the growing prevalence of cannabis-related offences, Goa Police have urged the Centre to review the quantity limits that determine stricter punishment under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, arguing that existing provisions are being exploited by drug peddlers. The demand comes amid a sustained anti-drug drive that saw police arrest 116 suspected peddlers and seize more than 66 kg of narcotic substances worth nearly ₹4 crore between January and June 21 this year. Senior police officials said ganja continues to account for the overwhelming majority of narcotics recovered in the State, representing more…

New Delhi: For the first time, the Government of India has officially disclosed the names of six military personnel who lost their lives during Operation Sindoor, India’s military response following the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The April 22 attack in the Baisaran Valley claimed the lives of 26 people, including 25 tourists and a local pony operator, after terrorists opened fire on visitors in one of the region’s popular destinations. The names of the fallen soldiers will now be permanently engraved on granite plaques at the National War Memorial near India Gate in New Delhi, ensuring…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The opening day of the 2nd All Goa Major Ranking Table Tennis Tournament witnessed exciting contests and impressive performances as the race for titles gathered momentum at the Sports Complex, Ponda. In the Girls Under 11 category, Anaya Shukla, Shaurya Dessai, Tvisha Kotkar and Vanlalhriapuii secured their places in the semi-finals after producing commanding displays in the quarter-final stage. Anaya delivered a dominant performance to defeat Sanaz Shaikh in straight games with a 3-0 victory. Shaurya was pushed to the limit by Claire George before emerging with a hard fought 3-2 win. Tvisha also survived a close…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Bombay High Court at Goa has declined to intervene in a case involving a village panchayat official penalised under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, holding that his conduct during the proceedings showed a lack of seriousness towards statutory duties and citizens’ right to information. The petition was filed by Yogesh Fatarpekar, Secretary and Public Information Officer (PIO) of the Majorda-Utorda-Calata Village Panchayat, challenging an order of the Goa State Information Commission that imposed a monetary penalty on him for not furnishing information sought by an RTI applicant. While dismissing the plea, Justice Dr Neela Gokhale…