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High Drama in Goa: Esipenko Clinches Third as Wei Yi and Sindarov March to Tiebreak Showdown


Andrey Esipenko secured third place at the 2025 FIDE World Cup with a commanding victory over Nodirbek Yakubboev, while Wei Yi and Javokhir Sindarov calmly drew their second classical game—setting the stage for a thrilling tiebreak finale to decide the champion.

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Mahesh Dessai Unveils Ambitious Vision to Transform Goan Cricket


Goa Cricket Association President Mahesh Dessai has outlined a bold and transparent roadmap to elevate Goan cricket with renewed professionalism, improved infrastructure, and a strong focus on youth and women’s development.

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GCCI Women’s Wing Organizes UdyamStree Loan Fair on Women Entrepreneurs Day


On Women Entrepreneurs Day, GCCI Women’s Wing, in collaboration with DRDA South, hosted the UdyamStree Loan Fair, bringing together leading banks and aspiring women business owners to facilitate access to finance, mentorship, and growth opportunities for women-led enterprises.

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P. Harikrishna Knocked Out in Round 5 Tiebreak at FIDE World Cup 2025


GM P Harikrishna was knocked out in the Round 5 tiebreaks of the FIDE World Cup 2025, leaving GM Arjun Erigaisi as India’s sole contender. Arjun now advances to the quarterfinals, where he will face China’s GM Wei Yi.

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Goa Beat Assam by 3 Wickets in Men’s U-23 State ‘A’ Trophy


Goa continued their strong start in the Men’s Under-23 State ‘A’ Trophy Elite One-Day Tournament with a three-wicket win over Assam, chasing down 216 with 67 balls to spare at the Kotambi Stadium ‘B’, Vadodara. Sanath Nevagi (85) and Chittem Jeevankumar (71) guided Goa to a convincing victory, while Anuj Yadav’s 4-wicket haul set up the win.