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Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: Opposition Leader Yuri Alemao has criticised the decision to curtail the Monsoon Session of the Goa Assembly, terming it a “murder of democracy”. Speaking about discussions at the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) meeting, Alemao said several issues, including alleged irregularities and corruption under the “double-engine government”, were raised. “We will not allow Goa to be sold, nor will we allow the BJP to win the 2027 Assembly elections,” Alemao said. The Opposition Leader also raised concerns over the growing sale of land in Goa, unemployment, rising prices and pollution. He alleged that the government has failed to…

Team Goemkarponn FARMAGUDI: The Directorate of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of Goa, organised an Apprenticeship Mela at Farmagudi Government ITI on August 19, bringing together aspiring candidates and industry representatives to expand access to apprenticeship and career opportunities. The Mela saw participation from more than 25 companies and establishments, offering over 450 apprenticeship vacancies across various trades and sectors. The initiative provided candidates with an opportunity to interact directly with industry representatives, understand industry requirements and explore career pathways suited to their qualifications and skills. The programme was attended by Akshay Shirwaikar, Principal (Senior Scale), Farmagudi Government ITI and…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Directorate of Transport, Government of Goa, has directed all government offices, departments, autonomous bodies, corporations, local bodies and other government establishments to ensure strict compliance with provisions of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, concerning reserved parking spaces for persons with disabilities (PwDs). The circular, dated August 13, 2026, was issued following a suo motu order dated July 17, 2026, by the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Goa. It calls for effective implementation of provisions relating to accessibility and reserved parking facilities for PwDs. As per the directions, parking spaces reserved exclusively for…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: PWD Minister Digambar Kamat inaugurated a special stall for persons with disabilities at the ongoing Damodar Saptah Fair in Vasco, in the presence of Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar, Siddesh Shripad Naik and other dignitaries. The initiative, facilitated by MLA Krishna Salkar, aims to ensure that persons with disabilities can participate in the Saptah festivities with dignity and without facing difficulties. The stall has been provided with necessary space and facilities, with Salkar personally bearing the expenses for the arrangements. Speaking on the occasion, Kamat appreciated Salkar’s efforts and said such initiatives were important to ensure that public…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: The religious rituals of the Akhand Damodar Bhajani Saptah concluded on Wednesday afternoon with the traditional Samapti rituals and immersion of the previous year’s anointed Shreefal (coconut) in the Arabian Sea at Kharewado. A large number of devotees from across Goa gathered at the temple premises to witness the culmination of the spiritual observance, which is marked by 24 hours of non-stop bhajan performances by various groups. The Samapti began with a grand procession carrying the Shreefal, led by Damodar Narvekar and his family, who have been entrusted with the immersion ritual for several years. Speaking to…

Team Goemkarponn MOIRA: Mapusa Police have solved the blind accident case at Moira that claimed the life of 34-year-old security guard Jony Anthonio, a resident of the area. Anthonio was allegedly hit by an unidentified vehicle while he was walking home in Moira. He sustained serious injuries and later succumbed to his injuries. Following the incident, Mapusa Police launched an investigation to trace the vehicle and identify the driver involved. Police have now arrested the accused driver allegedly involved in the fatal accident. Further investigation is underway.

Team Goemkarponn QUEPEM: Two persons sustained injuries after a Tata Nexon allegedly collided with a Honda Shine motorcycle at Kusman, Quepem, on August 15, 2026. According to the complaint filed by Sankalp Gaonkar of Quepem, the incident occurred around 12.30 pm when accused driver Vasant Lamani, a resident of Haveri, Karnataka, was driving the Tata Nexon from Guddi towards Quepem. Police said that upon reaching Kusman, Lamani allegedly drove the vehicle in a rash and negligent manner while overtaking another vehicle and dashed against the Honda Shine motorcycle being ridden by Sankalp Gaonkar, who was travelling with his father, Dilip…