DEEPOTSAV HELD AT RAJIV GANDHI KALA MANDIR, PONDA

Panaji: October 30, 2017 …  ‘Deepotsav’, an illuminating decor with ‘pontyo’ (the Goan clay lamps), a taluka level Aakashkandil (lantern) Making Competition, and a musical program by local artistes was organised by Rajiv Gandhi Kala Mandir (RGKM), Ponda in their premises on October 27, 2017. Block Development Officer (BDO) of Ponda Shri. Prasiddha Naik and Police Inspector (PI) of Ponda Police station Shri. Sudesh Naik were the Chief Guest and Guest of Honor for the function.

             Stating that more and more people should participate in such traditional activities BDO Shri. Prasiddha Naik applauded the initiative by RGKM, Ponda. He also congratulated the staff and management council and urged them to organize such events on regular basis.

             PI Shri. Sudesh Naik thanked the management of RGKM, Ponda for the for giving an opportunity to the police staff an opportunity to participate as audience in the program. “Such cultural programs hone skills and gives a platform to young talent in the society,” he said.

              The dignitaries inaugurated the event by lighting the traditional lamp. They later had a look at the Aakashkandil displayed. It was for the first time Kala Mandir had organised a live competition unlike previous years in which 19 individuals participated on first come first serve basis. They were given a time limit of six hours to complete the Aakashkandil. The competition was judged by artists Shri. Vinod Tilve, Shri. Rajendra Mardolkar and Shri. Tanay Velingkar. Shri. Gajanan R. Gad Kerkar, Shri. Girish Kurtikar and Shri. Ramakant Satarkar begged the first, second and third prizes respectively while Smt. Suvarna Gaonkar and Ms. Sumita Kotkar begged the consolation prizes.

             Shri. Ajit G. S. Kerkar, vice president RGKM, Ponda gave the welcome address. Shri. Nitin Mardolkar compered the function while Smt. Nidhi Naik proposed vote of thanks. The event was followed by musical performances by local artistes.

India win 14 medals, six golds, in athletics

25-01-2014 … Panaji: Team Goa-India won a whopping 14 medals, including four golds, in the prestigious track and field events held at the on Friday as part of the Lusofonia Games 2014.

Goa-India won its four gold medals in the Men’s 400 mts, Women’s 100 mts hurdles, Women’s 5000 mts and the Women’s 4×100 mts events. The Sri Lankan athletics squad was next best, winning three golds in the Women’s 400 mts, Men’s Triple Jump and the Men’s 4×100 relay events.

India’s best performances came from Sumit Jagadishkumar Malik who came 1st with a timing of 48.82 secs in Men’s 400 mts race. Anchu Mundananichal Mamachan also put in a  power performance to come first in the Women’s 100 mts hurdles race with a timing of 14.21 secs, while Jayashri Shivshankar Boragi powered through the 5000 mts run to win a gold in the event.

Stellar team work by Bhagyashree Nanasaheb Shirke, Kirandeep Gurmit Kaur, Rengitha Chellah and

Neethu Mathew saw the team defeat their nearest rivals by 0.56 seconds with a timing of 47:11 seconds.

Goan Reporter: Sao Jose de Areal SC Defeats Goa Velha SC 3–0 in Anil Kamat Memorial Football Tournament

Sao Jose de Areal Sports Club delivered a dominant performance to defeat Goa Velha Sports Club 3–0 in a thrilling clash of the Anil Kamat Memorial Football Tournament, organized by Enfermos Sports Club.

The match kicked off with high intensity, and Sao Jose de Areal took an early lead in the 12th minute through a composed finish by Vanatel Travasso. Goa Velha responded quickly and came close to equalizing in the 21st minute, but Satish Kankonkar’s header narrowly missed the target.

Maintaining their attacking momentum, Sao Jose de Areal doubled their lead in the 24th minute with a clinical strike from Ashnoy Gomes, giving them a two-goal advantage at halftime.

Goa Velha came out with intent in the second half, creating several chances through Satish Kankonkar, Prasil Kankonkar, and Akash, but failed to convert. Sao Jose also kept up the pressure, with opportunities from Leo Gomindes, Tyson Carvalho, and Ashnoy Gomes.

The final goal came in the 52nd minute when Stalen Oliveira found the net, sealing a convincing 3–0 victory for Sao Jose de Areal SC.

After the match, Sao Jose de Areal SC captain Bersel Viegas received the match ball from one of the dignitaries present.

Goan Reporter: Fr Agnelo YSC Paroda Edge Past Arlem YA in Tiebreaker to Enter Cipriano Silva Memorial Final

Fr Agnelo YSC Paroda secured a 4-2 victory via the tiebreaker against Arlem Youth Association to book their spot in the finals of the Cipriano Silva Memorial Football Tournament, organized by Ambelim SC and played at the Chinchinim Church Ground on Wednesday. After a goalless full-time, the match was decided on penalties. Xavier Afonso, Melson Fernandes, Jesvan Fernandes, and Selton Fernandes converted their chances for Fr Agnelo Paroda, while only Luan Dias and Velroy Borges managed to score for Arlem YA. Fr Agnelo YSC Paroda will now face Ambelim SC in the tournament final. Ravil of Paroda was named Man of the Match and received the award from Mr. John Viegas, Ex-Executive Engineer of the Electricity Department, in the presence of Benjamin and Jacinto D’Silva.

India wins Gold in the Women’s Singles Final at the Lusofonia Games 2014

23-01-2014 … One medal isn’t enough for the outperforming dynamic Indian super squad. After the men battled against each other for the ‘Men’s doubles Bronze Medal’, an hour later the women found themselves fighting it out for the ‘Women’s Singles Gold’ title.

 It was a neck to neck game with both players determined to bag the Gold. Madhurika won the first set with a fierce motive. Self motivated and gushing with aggression Madhurika played with great intensity and skill. Shamini as her stature and game plan was composed and focused throughout. The match came down to a clenching nail biter as Shamini fought back with consistency in the last set beating her team mate with a final score of  4 – 2.

 Final score: 

5 – 11

11 – 5

11 – 7

5 – 11

11 – 7

11 – 3

 Madhurika Patkar and Shamini Kumaresan have represented India in the most prestigious championships in the world. Shamini had led the women’s squad in the Commonwealth Games 2010.

 Addressing the upcoming stars in India, The women’s singles champion Shamini said; “Work hard, give it all that you have and once you get to play for the country, you should play for the country more than yourself. Keep trying and don’t quit easily”. Inspiring and motivating words from the Gold medalist were absorbed with gratitude by the Indian youngsters.

 Honoured and proud to play for her country, Shamini Kumaresan said, “Table tennis is all about focus and concentration and i did that today. I aspire to be the best someday and be number one in India as well. I loved the support from the crowd. It was truly incredible, especially yesterday for the team matches. Hearing them cheer I felt like I had to play for THEM (India).

 When asked about her frame of mind and strategy while playing crucial games, Shamini said, “While playing table tennis you’re either in the composed or excited zone and if you’re excited it’s very difficult to get into the composed zone.  So it’s very important to maintain composure during the game.’

ARMY RECRUITMENT RALLY IN GOA FROM NOV.9 TO NOV. 11

panaji: September 10, 2016 … The candidates from the Goa aspiring to join the Indian Army can attend a recruitment rally from November 9 to November 11 at 3 Technical Training Regiment ground at Bambolim under the online registration system of recruitment. The rally will be conducted by Army Recruiting Officer, Kolhapur.

The recruitment will be for all categories, including soldier general duty (GD), Soldier technical, Soldier clerk/store keeper, Soldier technical  Nursing Assistant and Soldier Tradesmen.

 Age criteria for Soldier General is 17 ½  to 21 years as on 01 October 2016 while all other category the age limit is 17 ½  to 22 years as on 01 October 2016.

 The qualification for Soldier general duty is SSLC / Matric with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject. The qualification for Soldier technical is 10+2/Intermediate Exam pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, Maths and English with 50% marks in aggregate and 40% marks in each subject. For the post of Soldier clerk the qualification is 10+2 / Intermediate Exam pass in any stream (Arts, Commerce, Science) with 50% marks in aggregate and minimum 40% in each subject. Should have studied and passed English and Maths/Accts Book Keeping in Class X or Class XII with 40% marks in each subject. The qualification for Soldier technical (Nursing Assistant) is 10+2 / Intermediate Exam pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with Minimum 50% marks in aggregate and minimum 40% in each subject. In case the candidate has a BSc Degree with (Botany / Zoology / Bio-Science) and English, the stipulation of percentage in Class-XII is waived off. The qualification for Soldier tradesman is10th Simple Pass/ ITI (except Syce, Mess Keeper .

 Candidates should bring their certificates and documents in original and two Xerox copies of all documents duly attested by gazette officer along with Admit card as generated after online registration and application through army website.

 The eligible candidates have been asked to register and apply online atwww.joinindianarmy.nic.in. The registration will be open from September 9 onwards. Candidates who have registered earlier successfully are required to only apply again  with their existing user ID and password.

 The  basic pay for the post is Rs.6460.00, Grade pay Rs. 2000.00. Military  Service pay Rs. 2000.00 and other allowances as applicable.

Goan Reporter: Agxem SC Storm Into Semis with 5–2 Win Over Sporting Club Virabhat

Agxem Sports Club secured a commanding 5–2 victory against Sporting Club Virabhat to book their place in the semifinals of the 2nd Caniza Peixoto Memorial Football Tournament, organized by Black Arrow Boys Agxem and played at St. Alex Church Ground, Curtorim, on Tuesday. Maxiwal Castanha led the charge with a brace in the 22nd and 42nd minutes, while Agnelo Gomes (32’), Michael Paes (5’), and Prinson Martins (41’) added a goal each for Agxem SC. For Sporting Club Virabhat, Sydney Fernandes (44’) and Ryce Fernandes (30’) found the net. Jones Fernandes of Sporting Club Virabhat was named Man of the Match and received the award from Mario Gomes, Secretary of Agxem Sports Club.

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Goan Reporter News: Curtorim Gymkhana Edge Past Fr. Agnel YSC Paroda 2-1 to Enter Quarterfinals of 33rd Arlem Rolling Trophy

Curtorim Gymkhana secured a 2-1 victory over Fr. Agnel YSC Paroda to book their place in the quarterfinals of the 33rd Arlem Rolling Trophy, organised by Arlem Youth Association at Raia Panchayat ground on Tuesday.

Curtorim Gymkhana took the lead in the 12th minute through Aleewad Mascarenhas, but Fr. Agnel YSC Paroda quickly responded with an equaliser from Godwin Fernandes in the 14th minute. The match-winner came in the 48th minute, netted by Elton Mascarenhas of Curtorim Gymkhana.

Elton Mascarenhas was awarded the Man of the Match trophy at the hands of Johnson Cardoso.

Goan Reporter News: South Goa United and Vasco City Sports 1-1 Draw in GFA 2nd Division Play-Off