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Best 4 Star Hotels in Panaji Goa for a Comfortable and Stylish Stay

Panaji, the charming capital of Goa, offers a mix of beautiful beaches, Portuguese heritage, and vibrant culture. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly stay or a luxurious escape, the city has plenty of great hotel options.

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Panaji, the charming capital of Goa, offers a mix of luxury, comfort, and scenic beauty, making it an ideal destination for travelers. Whether you're looking for a premium stay with sea views or a cozy boutique experience, the city has something for everyone.

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At next year’s football World Cup, root for Indian-origin Sarpreet Singh

PANAJI: Given the state of football in the country, India may be still years away from making it to the World Cup but next year, when sport’s greatest spectacle kicks off in North America, we will have something to call our own and cheer for at home.

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Kerala Blasters did no wrong: AIFF

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has told NorthEast United FC that Kerala Blasters cannot be punished for fielding Dusan Lagator, who had a pending suspension at the time of his transfer from Hungarian club Debreceni VSC to India.

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In winless year for football, Dronacharya Award for Armando Colaco

PANAJI: Armando Colaco got the Dronacharya Award when he least expected it. Among Indian football’s most successful coaches, Colaco, had been applying for the highest recognition for coaches in India, for several years now.

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Qatar to host relaunched FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024, Real Madrid in final

PANAJI: France superstar Kylian Mbappe will return to Qatar, this time with his club Real Madrid, exactly two years after losing the 2022 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina.

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Players were concerned with Igor Stimac's coaching style and tactics: AIFF

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF), responding Monday to sacked coach Igor Stimac’s recent allegations against it, has brought to the fore the senior team players’ lack of faith in his methods.

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'Your football is imprisoned': Outgoing coach Igor Stimac tells India

PANAJI: Igor Stimac isn’t going down without a fight. Sacked earlier this week for a string of disappointing results that started with India finishing as the worst-performing among 24 teams at the AFC Asian Cup — no goals, no point — and missing out on qualification to the next stage…

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AIFF sack coach Igor Stimac, ready for legal battle over compensation

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is bracing itself for a legal battle after sacking Igor Stimac, ending his five-year reign as head coach of the senior men's national team.

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ISL likely to scrap Asian player rule, increase salary cap

PANAJI: Indian Super League (ISL) clubs have been told there will possibly be changes to the coach and player selection guidelines, with the Asian player signing now no longer a mandatory requirement.

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One final time: Nineteen years, 150 games, 94 goals later, Sunil Chhetri says Kuwait tie in June will be his last for India

PANAJI: Sunil Chhetri remembers the morning he was told by coach Sukhwinder Singh that he would make his senior debut for India. It was Sunday, June 12, 2005 in Quetta, Pakistan. Chhetri had played in Pakistan before; just over a year ago he had played for India's Under-23 side in…

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AIFF cancels I-League matches as teams from Manipur refuse to travel to Aizawl

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has cancelled the last two home games of Aizawl FC after both teams from Manipur – TRAU FC and Neroca FC – refused to travel to Mizoram citing security concerns.

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All India Football Federation plays it safe, backs coach Igor Stimac till June

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has assured national team coach Igor Stimac “all necessary support” for the final two group games of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers in June.

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AIFF suspends senior executive committee member Deepak Sharma in physical assault case

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has suspended its senior executive committee member Deepak Sharma “until further notice”, following his arrest in the alleged physical assault of two women footballers of Khad FC.

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Indian Super League: Two-window ban for Hyderabad FC

PANAJI: Hyderabad FC have been barred from registering new players for the next two windows after they were handed a transfer ban by the All India Football Federation'S player status committee. The Indian Super League (ISL) club has been punished for repeat offences after defaulting on salaries to several players…

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Kerala Blasters lose 'walkout' appeal at CAS, must pay fine of Rs 4 crore

PANAJI: Kerala Blasters FC have lost their appeal in the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and must now pay the AIFF Rs 4 crore for last season’s walkout against Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League.

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NorthEast United FC look to hose ISL ties in Shillong, Imphal in the future

PANAJI: NorthEast United FC’s plans to host matches outside Guwahati for the first time since inception of the Indian Super League (ISL) in 2014 may have to wait until next season.

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All India Football Federation makes exception for Gurmeet Singh's transfer

PANAJI: In a first for Indian football, the player status committee of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has allowed Gurmeet Singh to unilaterally terminate his contract with Hyderabad FC on a just cause and make a move outside the transfer window.

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AIFF cancels Imphal derby after fresh Manipur violence

PANAJI: Fresh violence in Manipur has forced the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to delay a much-awaited return of national-level club football to the north-eastern state.

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Asian Cup: Igor Stimac looks for stability

PANAJI: Given the number of Indian football fans in Qatar, national team coach Igor Stimac feels his team will " feel at home" for the AFC Asian Cup 2023, but he isn't putting any pressure on the team to deliver results at the continental tournament.

The Hindu

Congress, AAP demand action against Sunburn festival organisers for 'hurting' religious sentiments

The Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) have demanded action against the organisers of the Sunburn EDM festival, in Panaji, claiming that they insulted Lord Shiva.

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Injuries a major concern for coach Igor Stimac ahead of AFC Asian Cup

PANAJI: India coach Igor Stimac is struggling to confirm his final squad for the AFC Asian Cup with a growing list of injuries. The 26-member squad is expected to be announced on Saturday.

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Trevor Sinclair to join Igor Stimac's coaching set-up for Asian Cup

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has agreed to national coach Igor Stimac’s request and added former England World Cupper Trevor Sinclair to the coaching staff for the Asian Cup 2023.

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Igor Stimac names India probables for Asian Cup; Anwar Ali out, Jeakson Singh doubtful

PANAJI: India coach Igor Stimac has named 50 probables for the Asian Cup in Qatar early next year with defender Anwar Ali the big absentee.

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Delhi HC stays Shaji Prabhakaran's removal as All India Football Federation secretary

PANAJI: The Delhi High Court on Friday temporarily stayed the All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) decision to sack its secretary general Shaji Prabhakaran. When the petition came up for hearing on Friday, the AIFF did not have a representative in court, despite a prior notice being served.

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