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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Agriculture Department has cleared compensation claims for close to 3,000 farmers whose paddy crops were ravaged by the sudden, unseasonal showers that lashed the State in October soon after the monsoon retreated. The post-Diwali downpour flattened mature paddy ready for harvest, plunging cultivators into heavy financial losses across multiple talukas. According to Agriculture Director Sandeep Foldessai, 2,997 farmers will receive a total of ₹2.53 crore under the Shetkari Adhar Nidhi scheme. Field assessments confirmed that 577 hectares of paddy were damaged, with Bardez emerging as the worst-affected region. In Bardez alone, crops spread over 200 hectares,…

Team Goemkarponn ARAMBOL: The FDA team carried out an extensive inspection drive in Mandrem and Arambol, covering a total of 20 food establishments. Inspection notices were issued under Schedule 4 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, directing all inspected establishments to comply with mandatory hygiene and safety norms. During the drive, three establishments were ordered to immediately cease operations due to unhygienic conditions. The remaining establishments were granted 14 days to comply with the required standards, failing which they will face legal action. The FDA has reiterated that such enforcement measures will continue to ensure public health and…

Team Goemkarponn BAHRAIN: Goa Tourism successfully concluded its Bahrain Roadshow on November 25 with a strong turnout from the travel trade, media representatives, airline partners, and the Goan diaspora. The event was graced by His Excellency Vinod K. Jacob, Ambassador of India to Bahrain, and attended by Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte, GTDC Managing Director Kuldeep Arolkar, GTDC Marketing Manager Harish Satlekar, and Director of Tourism Kedar Naik. The team showcased Goa’s refreshed tourism positioning, highlighting themes such as Nocto Tourism, Jet-Setting, and CalmCation under the newly launched Feels Like Goa campaign, which emphasizes the State’s authenticity, emotion, and character.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Tourism inaugurated its pavilion at the Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2025 on November 25, marking a significant step in strengthening the State’s international tourism outreach. The pavilion was opened by Mr. Vipul, IFS, Indian Ambassador to Qatar, in the presence of Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte, Director of Tourism Kedar Naik, GTDC General Manager (Marketing) Gavin Dias, and OSD to the Tourism Minister Shawn Mendes, along with other dignitaries. The event set the tone for Goa’s strategic participation at one of the region’s most influential tourism platforms. Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte highlighted that Goa has…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa, held its 10th Expert Committee Meeting to evaluate fresh applications under the Startup Seed Fund Grant Scheme at its Conference Hall in Altinho–Panaji on November 25. Early-stage ventures from diverse sectors—including IT, AI/ML, healthcare, edtech, agritech, clean energy, fisheries, waste management, sports innovation, personal finance, media solutions, and aerospace & defence—presented their proposals for seed capital support. The committee conducted a rigorous assessment, examining innovation value, technical feasibility, scalability and prototype readiness, while several founders showcased solutions built and tested in Goa, underscoring growing confidence…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: SIDCGL Chairman and Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar on Tuesday morning launched the beautification and illumination works of the Laxminarayan Temple at Headland Sada, a long-pending demand of local residents. Councillor Shraddha Amonkar, temple committee members and locals were present for the commencement of the works taken up through the Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC). Speaking at the launch, Amonkar said he had instructed the contractor to carry out the work on a war footing to ensure timely completion. He stressed that the Laxminarayan Temple holds deep historical and cultural significance for the people of Sada, being one…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Authorities in Canacona have activated dedicated control rooms and issued extensive traffic regulations ahead of the 550th year celebrations of Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevotham Math and the proposed visit of the Hon’ble Prime Minister on November 28, 2025. The taluka, district and police control rooms will operate for real-time monitoring, incident response and public assistance, with citizens advised to use emergency number 112 or contact the Canacona Taluka Control Room (9272057863), District Control Room (0832-2794100) or Canacona Police Control Room (0832-2633357) for support during the event. The Collector and District Magistrate (South Goa) has also notified…