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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In the wake of the deadly blast in Delhi, Goa Police intensified security measures across the state late Monday night, conducting widespread checks and patrols as a precautionary step. North Goa Superintendent of Police Rahul Gupta said police teams have been directed to maintain a heightened level of alertness. “Checking and patrolling are being carried out across North Goa. All police inspectors have been instructed to stay on the ground,” he stated. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, expressing sorrow over the incident in Delhi, said, “Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in a blast in Delhi. My…

New Delhi: Head coach Gautam Gambhir outlined India’s evolving T20 strategy, addressed concerns over Jasprit Bumrah’s workload in death overs, and opened up on the difficult selection calls made during recent series as the team prepares for next year’s T20 World Cup. Speaking in an interview released on Monday, Gambhir said the squad is still short of the fitness and sharpness required for the global event, but the players have enough time to reach the desired level. Gambhir said fitness remains a priority, emphasising that physical strength directly influences mental toughness, especially during high pressure matches. With the tournament set…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Members of Goa’s film community have called on the Entertainment Society of Goa to restore credibility to the state’s film ecosystem by releasing long pending financial support, honouring Goan cinema at IFFI 2025 and recognising the contributions of senior film personalities. The demands were raised at a press conference addressed by National Award-winning director Laxmikant Shetgaonkar, film artist Saiesh Palondicar and former ESG member Vishal Pai Cacode. Shetgaonkar criticised the prolonged delays in the Goa Film Finance Scheme, arguing that repeated assurances from the government before every edition of IFFI have not translated into actual support for…

New Delhi: A potential blockbuster trade involving Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran is moving toward finalisation, with reports indicating that all three players have agreed to the swap. If completed, the deal would rank among the most dramatic in IPL history, sending Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings while Jadeja and Curran move to Rajasthan. According to reports, all three players have signed the required documents, and the Expression of Interest process has begun. Franchise officials cited in the report said the trade could be completed within the next 48 hours, though the procedural steps…

New Delhi: The government is exploring a major redevelopment of the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium site, aiming to convert the 102-acre complex into a full-fledged sports city that brings elite training, community participation and modern broadcast capabilities under one campus. While the concept has gained momentum within the sports ministry, officials emphasise that no timeline has been set for breaking ground or completing the project. According to ministry sources, the goal is to create a multi-sport environment with indoor arenas, outdoor pitches, athlete housing and commercial spaces, supported by an on-site broadcast studio. Teams studying the proposal are closely examining examples…

New Delhi: Indian shooter Samrat Rana produced a stunning performance to win the men’s 10m air pistol gold medal at the ISSF World Championships in Cairo, becoming the first Indian pistol shooter to claim a world title in an Olympic discipline. The 20-year-old from Karnal delivered a composed and decisive final, scoring 243.7 to edge past China’s Hu Kai by a narrow 0.4 margin. India’s Varun Tomar added to the historic outing by taking bronze with 221.7, marking the first time two Indians have medalled in the same event at the World Championships. Samrat’s victory also secured India the team…

New Delhi: Indian footballers have issued a united public appeal urging the revival of the Indian Super League after the AIFF announced that it received no bids for the league’s commercial rights following the October 16 Request for Proposal. The situation has left the upcoming season in limbo, prompting growing frustration among players, coaches and clubs. In a video shared on social media, national team defender Sandesh Jhingan said the sport had reached a standstill rather than a delay, adding that the uncertainty was affecting everyone connected to the league. He said players had sacrificed too much to watch a…