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An unidentified person died on the spot after being hit by a train at Curchorem railway station on Thursday. Railway Police and Curchorem Police reached the spot and initiated an investigation. The deceased’s identity is yet to be ascertained. A 108 ambulance remained at the station for around four hours as police completed formalities. • An independent audit of the Goa Cricket Association’s affairs, accounts and financial records for April 1, 2024, to December 26, 2025, has issued an adverse opinion, citing pervasive concerns over governance, internal controls, procurement, expenditure records, appointments and asset management. The report classifies several findings as critical, including sports equipment purchases, floodlight projects, travel and hotel bookings, and consultancy agreements. An unidentified person died on the spot after being hit by a train at Curchorem railway station on Thursday. Railway Police and Curchorem Police reached the spot and initiated an investigation. The deceased’s identity is yet to be ascertained. A 108 ambulance remained at the station for around four hours as police completed formalities. • An independent audit of the Goa Cricket Association’s affairs, accounts and financial records for April 1, 2024, to December 26, 2025, has issued an adverse opinion, citing pervasive concerns over governance, internal controls, procurement, expenditure records, appointments and asset management. The report classifies several findings as critical, including sports equipment purchases, floodlight projects, travel and hotel bookings, and consultancy agreements.

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Goa Holds Tiranga Rally, Vande Mataram Exhibition in Panaji

Ahead of Independence Day, the Goa government organised a Tiranga Rally in Panaji, with citizens participating in the patriotic event carryi

11th Aug 2026 • 426 views

Ahead of Independence Day, the Goa government organised a Tiranga Rally in Panaji, with citizens participating in the patriotic event carrying the national flag.

The celebrations also marked 150 years of Vande Mataram, with an exhibition on the history and significance of the iconic patriotic song organised at Azad Maidan.

The exhibition highlights the journey of Vande Mataram and its enduring place in India’s freedom struggle and national identity.

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