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New Delhi: Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Tuesday said his force’s aggressive posturing during Operation Sindoor in May forced Pakistan Navy to remain close to their ports. In his annual press conference, Admiral Tripathi also said that the Indian Navy maintained a high operational readiness, including in the Western Arabian sea, in the last seven-eight months following the hostilities with Pakistan. The Navy chief, without elaborating, said Operation Sindoor “remains in progress”. “The aggressive posturing and immediate action during Operation Sindoor, including deployment of the carrier battle group forced Pakistan Navy to remain close to their ports or…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goan filmmaker, legal historian and public advocate Dr Abhijit B. Patil has issued a strong condemnation of Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh over his controversial remarks referencing Chamunda Devi during the closing ceremony of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. Dr Patil accused the actor of insulting a revered deity and hurting the sentiments of the Hindu community, saying Singh’s conduct on stage was unacceptable. “Art is not a license to insult. Stardom is not immunity from accountability. We will not tolerate the mockery of our deities. We stand for Dharma. We stand for Devi,”…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The T10 Tennis Ball Cricket Association of Goa has unveiled its Senior Men’s Federation Cup team ahead of the national championships, scheduled from November 28 to December 1, 2025, at Sujanpur Ground in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh. Goa Minister Shri Shubhas Shirodkar, St. Cruz MLA Rudolfo Fernandes, and Mahila Morcha North Goa General Secretary Gauri Kamat extended their best wishes to the players for a successful campaign. The team announcement was attended by Association President Dayesh Vengurlekar, Treasurer Saahil Sawant, Member Ramdas Varak, and coaches Santosh Zore and Sachin Kolekar. The squad will be led by Captain Ajay…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Two talented players from Goa, Lokvesh Gaonkar and Hrishikesh Gaonkar, have earned selection to the Indian Ball Badminton Team, set to compete in upcoming international events in Indonesia and Malaysia. The national selection trials were held from November 27 to 29 in New Delhi, where both players showcased exceptional skill and determination. Their strong performance during the trials earned them spots on the national squad, reflecting their dedication and hard work. The Gaonkar duo credited their success to the guidance of Mahesh Velip from Goa Ball Badminton, whose mentorship played a key role in preparing them for…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Forward Party (GFP) has expelled State Executive Member Frank Viegas from the party’s primary membership for violating party discipline. According to the party, a detailed review by GFP leadership found that Viegas engaged in actions inconsistent with the party’s principles and organizational discipline, undermining unity within the party. The decision was announced by Mohandas Lolienkar, General Secretary of the Goa Forward Party, emphasizing that the move was taken in the interest of maintaining cohesion and upholding the party’s core values in Goa.

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Ugem Rising Club secured their place in the final of the 3rd Late Uday Shirodkar Memorial Inter-Village Football Tournament after a determined 2-1 comeback victory against Margao Sports Club in the second semifinal held at the Subhash Chandra Bose Sports Complex in Karai, Shiroda. Margao SC took the initial lead, putting Ugem under early pressure. However, Ugem Rising Club responded with resilience, gradually taking control of the match and pushing forward with intent. Their sustained efforts paid off as they found the equaliser and continued to build momentum. With the game finely balanced, Ugem delivered the decisive…

New Delhi: Glenn Maxwell has decided to withdraw from the 2026 Indian Premier League auction, bringing a temporary halt to his long association with the tournament. The Australian all-rounder, who fractured his finger during the 2025 season, was not included in the longlist of players for the upcoming auction. In a message shared on social media, Maxwell said he chose not to participate in the auction this year, describing the decision as significant and filled with gratitude. He reflected on the opportunities and experiences the league has given him over the years, noting that the IPL played a key role…