Goa witnessed a historic moment as CM Dr. Pramod Sawant made the ceremonial first move in the match between World Champion D. Gukesh and GM Kazybek Nogerbek, in the presence of chess legends Viswanathan Anand, GM Abhijeet Kunte, MLA Praveen Arlekar, and other dignitaries. The event marks a milestone for India in hosting prestigious global chess tournaments.
Category: Sports
Goa Has Sporting Talent but Needs the Right Guidance and Support: Mandar Rao Dessai
Former Indian national team footballer and Chennaiyin FC star Mandar Rao Dessai believes Goa continues to nurture incredible sporting talent but needs stronger support systems to help athletes reach their potential. Speaking at a sports kit distribution event in Arpora–Nagoa, Mandar emphasized that while infrastructure and opportunities have improved, young players still require mentorship, guidance, and community backing to succeed. He urged families, local bodies, and sports organizations to invest in nurturing youth talent early, highlighting discipline, dedication, and passion as keys to Goa’s sporting future.
9-Year-Old Amaira Dhumatker Shines at Goa Major Ranking Badminton Tournament
Goa’s young badminton prodigy Amaira Dhumatker, just nine years old, swept multiple honors at the All Goa Major Ranking Badminton Tournament held at Campal Indoor Stadium. She clinched Gold in Under-11 Girls Singles, Silver in Under-13 Girls Singles, and Silver in Under-13 Girls Doubles, along with the prestigious Outstanding Player of the Tournament award.
Jay Shah’s reformist vision ushers in a Golden Era for Cricket
Under Jay Shah’s transformative leadership as BCCI Secretary and now ICC Chairman, cricket has entered a new age of reform, equality, and expansion. From achieving pay parity and launching the Women’s Premier League to securing cricket’s return to the Olympics, his visionary policies have reshaped the sport’s global future.
Thrilling Start to PGML Season 5 as Auction Sparks Intense Bidding Battles
The Panjim Gymkhana Members League (PGML) Season 5 auction set the stage for another electrifying cricket season in Goa, with eight teams locking horns in fierce bidding wars. Harshad Gadekar emerged as the top pick, fetching a record 85 lakh points, while 15-year-old Arya Dublay made history as the league’s first female player.
