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New Delhi: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has firmly denied allegations that he attempted to form an alliance with the BJP in exchange for the restoration of statehood. His response came after opposition leader Sunil Sharma repeated accusations that Abdullah approached BJP leaders in Delhi earlier this year with an offer to partner for government formation. In a social media post, Abdullah dismissed the claims and insisted he had never approached the ruling party at the Centre for any political arrangement. He criticised Sharma for spreading what he described as deliberate falsehoods and said the allegations…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Uttarakhand’s 25th foundation year by unveiling a commemorative postal stamp and launching a wide range of development projects worth over Rs 8,140 crore. The announcements were made during the state’s Silver Jubilee celebrations held at the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun. The Prime Minister inaugurated projects valued at more than Rs 930 crore and laid the foundation stones for works exceeding Rs 7,210 crore. The initiatives span essential sectors such as water supply, irrigation, energy, urban infrastructure, technical education, sports facilities, and skill development. A key highlight was the release of…

New Delhi: A routine investigation in Srinagar has uncovered a radicalised network of medical professionals operating across multiple states, culminating in the recovery of assault rifles and nearly 350 kilograms of ammonium nitrate from Faridabad. The case unfolded after a poster surfaced in Nowgam warning local traders against engaging with central authorities. CCTV tracking identified the person behind the act as Dr Adeel, a Kashmiri-origin doctor working in Saharanpur. Once detained, Dr Adeel revealed the existence of a wider circle of associates in Srinagar who had been undergoing radicalisation since 2021. Investigators found that the group initially operated…

Politicians Tejasvi Surya and K. Annamalai also crossed the finish line, joining global athletes in Goa’s premier endurance race Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Uzbekistan’s Konstantin Belousov and the United Kingdom’s Ellie Garrett claimed the top titles at IRONMAN 70.3 Goa 2025, delivering standout performances in the fifth edition of India’s premier endurance race. The event began at sunrise on Miramar Beach, where senior officials, race organisers, and ambassadors set the athletes on their way. More than 1300 participants from 31 countries took on the challenge, strengthening Goa’s growing reputation as a leading destination for long-distance triathlon in Asia. Belousov dominated…

“The consequences of these policies are visible and measurable. Fishermen along the Baina and Kharewaddo coasts have complained of declining catches, siltation, and pollution since dredging began at MPT. The dust from coal handling coats homes, roads, and lungs. The health implications are devastating — respiratory diseases, skin ailments, and contamination of coastal waters are already on the rise. Yet, environmental clearances are being granted at record speed. What makes this betrayal even more glaring is Goa’s unique vulnerability. Unlike industrial states with large hinterlands, Goa’s small size and ecological sensitivity leave no room for error. Every hill cut, every…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: In a significant development for Goa’s maritime sector, Mormugao Port is set to restart its container handling operations after a gap of seven years. The first container vessel, SCI Mumbai, is expected to dock at the port on November 20, announced Vishnu Prasad, Senior Business Development Manager at Delta Ports’ Mormugao Terminal. The revival of container services marks an important step in enhancing the port’s trade efficiency and competitiveness. Officials believe the move will attract new business opportunities, improve cargo movement, and strengthen Mormugao’s position as a key logistics hub within India’s maritime network. With upgraded…

Team Goemkarponn SANVORDEM: An unidentified male, aged around 40 years, was found lying dead on the platform of Sanvordem Railway Station shortly after midnight on Sunday. Police were alerted at around 12:08 am by the Deputy Station Manager of Vasco-da-Gama. Upon receiving the information, officers from the Vasco Railway Police visited the site and conducted the scene of unnatural death (UD) panchanama. The deceased, suspected to be a beggar or rag picker, is believed to have died due to illness. The body has been preserved at the South Goa District Hospital, Margao, for medico-legal examination and identification. Further investigation…