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New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has suspended the implementation of sanctions and tariffs linked to Russian exports that threatened to impose duties of up to 100% on imports from India and other major buyers of Russian crude oil. The decision provides temporary relief to New Delhi, with the measures due to take effect on October 18. In an executive order issued on Friday, Trump said the waiver was in the national interest of the United States. The decision suspends the immediate implementation of the proposed restrictions but does not permanently remove the possibility of imposing them in the future.…

New Delhi: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has criticised the national selection committee for leaving Yashasvi Jaiswal out of India’s squad for the ODI series against New Zealand, describing the decision as unfair and unfortunate. He believes the young opener should have been considered for the final two matches, particularly with Shubman Gill being rested. With India preparing for the 2027 ODI World Cup, opportunities to assess players and strengthen the squad have become increasingly important. Jaiswal’s continued absence from limited overs cricket has raised questions about his role in India’s plans, especially as the team looks to build depth…

New Delhi: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is abolishing 12 permanent committees as part of a major governance restructuring aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs. The move will leave the organisation with 19 committees, with expert panels and temporary working groups expected to handle specific issues when required. The restructuring comes under IOC President Kirsty Coventry, who has increasingly relied on smaller working groups to address key policy matters during her second year in the role. The revised approach is intended to provide greater flexibility in dealing with strategic priorities and developing policies. Among the committees being discontinued is…

Mumbai: Ai+ Smartphone is strengthening its customer-first approach by incorporating real user feedback into product and service improvements. Drawing insights from customer reviews, everyday device usage and after-sales interactions, the brand is addressing concerns related to camera stability, connectivity and performance through software updates, enhanced testing and more responsive customer support. This approach reflects Ai+ Smartphone’s commitment to building not just for its users, but with them. Across its smartphone portfolio, customers have appreciated Ai+Smartphone for its design, camera capabilities, battery life, performance and value for money. The Nova 2 Neo 5G has received positive feedback for its battery performance…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce (DITC), in coordination with the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, will organise a state level workshop on “Leveraging Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)” on October 19, 2026, in Panaji. The workshop will be held from 10 am to 5.30 pm at Terminal Banquets, Caculo Enclave, St. Inez. The programme is part of a nationwide outreach initiative aimed at increasing awareness about the opportunities available under India’s Free Trade Agreements and encouraging businesses to make greater use of preferential access to international markets.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa University secured third place at the All India University (AIU) West Zone Inter-University Women’s Chess Championship 2026-27, held at Shri Jagdishprasad Jhabarmal Tibrewala University in Chudela, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, from October 12 to 16. Goa University delivered a consistent performance throughout the eight-round tournament, finishing with six wins, one draw and one defeat to collect 13 match points. The team finished behind Ahmedabad University, which topped the standings with a perfect record of eight victories, and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, which secured second place. Goa University began its campaign strongly, registering convincing 4-0 victories against Hemchandracharya…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa ended their Women’s Under-19 T20 Trophy Elite campaign without a victory after suffering a 53 run defeat against Himachal Pradesh at Alur Cricket Stadium 2 in Bengaluru on Friday. Batting first, Himachal Pradesh posted an imposing 184 for nine in their allotted 20 overs, powered by an outstanding innings from Ahana Sharma. She smashed 88 off just 44 balls, hitting 12 fours and five sixes to put Goa’s bowlers under pressure. Archana Thakur provided valuable support with 44 off 31 deliveries, including six fours and a six. Goa’s bowling attack managed to pick up wickets at…