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New Delhi: A fresh chapter has unfolded in the ongoing leadership battle within the Trinamool Congress, with Mamata Banerjee moving swiftly to reaffirm her authority after a rebel faction announced her removal as party president. According to sources, Mamata Banerjee submitted a newly constituted National Working Committee list to the Election Commission of India on Monday, with the document naming her as Chairperson of the All India Trinamool Congress. The move is being viewed as a clear assertion of her continued control over the party’s official structure and organisation. The development came just a day after a rival group led…

New Delhi: The United States has announced a significant easing of restrictions on Iran’s oil sector, granting a 60 day waiver that allows the production, sale, transport and import of Iranian crude oil, petroleum products and petrochemicals until August 21. The move forms part of broader diplomatic efforts aimed at advancing negotiations with Tehran and restoring international nuclear inspections. The decision has attracted considerable attention in India, one of the world’s largest consumers and importers of crude oil. While the waiver does not immediately guarantee the return of Iranian oil to Indian refineries, it creates the possibility of renewed access…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) has broadened its investigation into pollution in the Mandovi estuary by deciding to review not only offshore casinos but also cruise vessels and sewage treatment facilities located along the riverfront. The decision follows concerns over water quality in the Mandovi and forms part of a wider effort to identify the sources contributing to contamination in one of Goa’s most important river systems. According to decisions taken at a recent Board meeting, the GSPCB will examine the compliance status of operational offshore casinos and cruise vessels functioning within the Mandovi estuary.…

New Delhi: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again proved his ability to deliver on the biggest stage, smashing a breathtaking 94 off just 29 balls to lead India A to a commanding 66 run victory over Sri Lanka A in the final of the tri-nation series. The explosive knock came after a challenging tournament for the 15 year old, who had struggled for runs in the earlier matches. Reflecting on his turnaround, Sooryavanshi revealed that a crucial conversation with India A coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar helped restore his confidence. With runs proving hard to come by, the young opener was encouraged to trust…

New Delhi: The 12th day of the FIFA World Cup 2026 delivered memorable moments, headlined by Lionel Messi’s record breaking performance as Argentina secured qualification for the Round of 32. France and Norway also confirmed their places in the knockout stage following convincing victories, while Algeria kept their campaign alive with a dramatic comeback win. Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Austria saw Messi become the highest goal scorer in FIFA World Cup history. Having already matched the previous record of 16 goals in the tournament, the Argentine captain surpassed it with a brace that took his tally to 18 World Cup…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has witnessed a rise in road accidents during the first half of 2026, with the total number of crashes surpassing figures recorded during the same period last year. Although deaths caused by road accidents have remained largely unchanged, the number of serious and minor mishaps has increased considerably. Data available till June shows that 1,255 road accidents have been reported across the State this year, compared to 1,151 during the corresponding period in 2025. This represents an increase of 104 cases. While overall accident numbers have gone up, fatal crashes have seen a slight decline. Authorities…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The proposed four-laning of the NH-66 stretch from Bendordem (Balli) to Polem in Canacona could result in the felling of up to 6,500 trees, although highway authorities have clarified that the final number may be significantly lower depending on the approved alignment. The ₹952-crore project, to be executed under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM), covers a 22.10-km section of NH-66 extending from Bendordem to the start of the Manohar Parrikar Canacona Bypass and from the end of the bypass to Polem near the Goa-Karnataka border. Speaking at a public presentation on the project alignment, Canacona MLA and…