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New Delhi: Hardik Pandya announced his return to international cricket with a commanding display that shaped India’s 101-run victory over South Africa in the opening T20I in Cuttack. After nearly six months away due to a quadriceps injury, the all-rounder stepped back into the national side with clarity of purpose and delivered a match-winning performance that highlighted both his resilience and value in high-pressure situations. Coming in at a difficult moment with India needing stability and momentum, he produced a fluent 59 from 28 deliveries. His innings combined clean timing, calculated risk and sharp awareness of the pitch, transforming India’s…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa’s emerging badminton prodigy Amaira Dhumatker has delivered another impressive campaign, securing her place in the quarterfinals of the Yonex Sunrise 4th Mini National Badminton Championships 2025 in Vadodara. Competing in the under 11 category, the nine year old displayed remarkable control, consistency and maturity well beyond her age as she navigated through a demanding draw at the Sama Sports Complex. Her journey began with a commanding performance in the Round of 64 against Pranjal Kumari Dharkar of Rajasthan. Amaira set the tone early, maintaining a fast pace and keeping her opponent on the defensive throughout both…

Team Goemkarponn NEW VADDEM: A bizarre and disturbing late-night incident has left New Vaddem residents shocked after St Anthony’s Chapel was found vandalised, with its donation box broken and the statue of St Anthony damaged in the early hours of Wednesday. The vandalism came to light when local residents opened the chapel in the morning and saw the desecration. According to residents, CCTV footage from the chapel area captured a middle-aged man roaming outside around 1.15 am wearing only women’s underwear and a bra. He is suspected to have broken open the donation box and taken the cash before damaging…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: In a decisive move prompted by mounting safety fears, the South Goa District Magistrate has issued a 60-day ban on the use of indoor fireworks and pyrotechnic devices across all tourist and entertainment establishments in the district. The order, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, comes into force from December 9, 2025. The directive follows a report submitted by the Superintendent of Police (South), highlighting the “serious and imminent risk” posed by the use of fireworks, sparklers, flame/smoke effects, and similar devices inside enclosed venues such as nightclubs, bars, restaurants, hotels,…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: The recruitment process for Lower Division Clerk (LDC) posts by the Margao Municipal Council (MMC) has come under scrutiny after complaints from candidates and citizens alleging serious irregularities. The Director of Municipal Administration, Brijesh Manerkar, has directed the Chief Officer of MMC to submit an action taken report within three days in response to the complaints. Candidates and citizens alleged that nearly 50% of eligible applicants were excluded from the written examination held on August 23rd and 24th, 2025, due to lapses in communication regarding admit cards and exam details. They claimed that the examination, conducted internally…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, on Tuesday carried out enforcement action against an unauthorized structure operating under the name “Romeo Lane” at Vagator beach. The action pertained to an encroachment identified within the Department’s jurisdiction. Upon inspection, officials confirmed that the structure violated applicable regulations, prompting demolition in strict accordance with the law. It is noteworthy that the same structure had been subjected to demolition in 2024 for similar violations. Despite prior enforcement, the unauthorized portion was reconstructed without approval, necessitating fresh action by the authorities. The Department clarified that while it serves as the…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: In a major boost to the city’s urban development, PWD Minister and Margao MLA Digambar Kamat on Wednesday inaugurated a series of crucial public infrastructure projects aimed at upgrading connectivity and modernising key market hubs. Kamat launched the construction of a new promenade linking the rear section of the Margao Railway Station to the Power House Circle junction. The project is expected to significantly improve pedestrian access and streamline connectivity in the busy transit zone. At the Margao Municipal Market, the minister unveiled several improvement works, including the laying of new pipelines, installation of a fire-hydrant system,…