Salgaocar News
They had won their maiden crown in 2013-14 season and had finished second last season (2014-15) behind Mohun Bagan.
With four points behind leaders Mohun Bagan, East Bengal are placed third with 17 points.
The win takes Mohun Bagan four points clear of East Bengal as they lead the table with 21 points from 9 matches.
East Bengal have 17 points with five wins, two draws and a defeat.
Salgaocar went into the lead in the 44th minute through Darry Duffy and were crusing well on the way to victory before Malsawntluanga restored a parity from a penalty kick to frustrate Salgaocar.
The winners and runners-up of last year's edition got off to a dream start this term.
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