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Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: A meeting between the Goa government led by Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant and taxi operators on Thursday ended without a final decision on the proposed digital taxi policy, with both sides agreeing to continue discussions through a committee that will examine the concerns raised by taxi associations. The meeting focused on the government’s proposal to introduce a digital taxi framework aimed at bringing uniformity and transparency in fares across the state. However, several taxi operators expressed reservations over the possible introduction of a third taxi application and insisted that existing apps be scrapped before any…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Taxi union leader Yogesh Govekar, popularly known as “Mogambo,” has strongly opposed the introduction of app-based taxi services in Goa, stating that taxi operators are not ready to shift to digital platforms and want to continue their traditional mode of business. Govekar said taxi operators were earlier regarded as “brand ambassadors of the tourism industry,” but were later labelled as a “taxi mafia” when the government began pushing for app-based taxi services. “We were called taxi mafia since the time the government started dreaming about the taxi app. Before that we were termed as brand ambassadors…

Team Goemkarponn Berlin: Goa and its tourism leadership received global recognition at the PATWA International Travel Awards 2026 held on the sidelines of ITB Berlin, one of the world’s leading travel trade exhibitions. Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte was conferred the “Tourism Minister of the Year – Innovation (Asia)” award by the Pacific Area Travel Writers Association in recognition of his leadership and initiatives aimed at transforming Goa’s tourism landscape. Accepting the award, Khaunte said the recognition belonged to the people of Goa. “Tourism in Goa is not just about destinations, it is about our communities, culture and environment.…

New Delhi: India is stepping up efforts to safeguard its space infrastructure by encouraging private startups to develop specialised “bodyguard satellites” designed to protect critical spacecraft from potential threats in orbit. The initiative is being pursued as part of a broader national security strategy amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing concerns about the vulnerability of satellites used for surveillance, communication and defence operations. Discussions between government agencies and private space companies have reportedly reached an advanced stage, with the first experimental satellite expected to be launched during the first half of this year. These satellites are intended to…

New Delhi: India are set to face England in the second semi final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on March 5 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, with both teams aiming to secure a spot in the final in Ahmedabad. Ahead of the crucial encounter, India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel cautioned that England cannot be taken lightly despite India’s dominant victory over them in their previous meeting in February 2025. In that match, India had registered a massive 150 run win. Speaking before the game, Morkel described England as a street smart side with significant depth and…

New Delhi: New Zealand opener Finn Allen credited a pre tournament series against India national cricket team for helping his side adapt to challenging conditions after his stunning century guided New Zealand national cricket team into the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Allen delivered a sensational unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls as New Zealand secured a commanding nine wicket victory over South Africa national cricket team in the semifinal at Eden Gardens. His explosive innings, filled with towering sixes and crisp boundaries, helped the team chase down a target of 170 in only 12.5…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Compassion must play a central role in international decision making if the world hopes to reduce conflict in an increasingly uncertain global environment, Prof. Varun Sahni said while inaugurating the exhibition Refuge, Rights & Resilience: The Tibetan Story at the Museum of Goa. The exhibition has been jointly curated by the Tibet Museum and the Museum of Goa as part of the larger initiative The Infinite Ripple – 90 Years of Compassion. The event also featured a keynote address titled “Compassion in a Complex and Often Cruel World.” During the talk, Sahni reflected on the…