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New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has uncovered evidence linking The Resistance Front (TRF), a Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy, to a hawala network routed through Malaysia, with suspects allegedly raising over Rs 9 lakh to fund the outfit. The probe, initiated after TRF initially claimed responsibility for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack before withdrawing the claim, has gained momentum following leads from a Srinagar-based individual’s mobile phone containing over 450 contacts. Several of these contacts are being investigated for their role in funding the TRF, with some linked to other terror cases. The NIA’s investigation revealed that one suspect,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a move that could speed up the long-awaited resumption of iron ore mining in Goa, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change’s (MoEF&CC) Advisory Committee has approved the transfer of forest clearances from former leaseholders to new allottees without insisting on fresh permissions. The decision, taken at the Committee’s meeting on July 25, addresses a key hurdle in the restart of mining operations. Goa’s mining sector has remained shut since the Supreme Court scrapped 88 leases, which are now being reallocated through auctions. Of these, 12 mineral blocks have already been awarded, while…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Senior Congress leader turned BJP MLA Digambar Kamat on Wednesday formally took charge as Minister for Public Works Department (PWD), Legal Metrology, and Captain of Ports (CoP) in the Pramod Sawant-led cabinet. Kamat, who was inducted into the cabinet on August 21, stressed that addressing Goa’s road conditions will be his immediate priority. Speaking after assuming office, Kamat said the PWD ministry plays a crucial role in infrastructure development, particularly in the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges. “First, I will review the entire system with the Chief Engineer and others, and then decide my…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: MLA and Chairman of Goa Handicrafts, Rural and Small Scale Industries Development Corporation (GHRSSIDC), Pravin Arlekar, has reiterated the government’s commitment to phasing out Plaster of Paris (POP) Ganesh idols in the state. Arlekar said several initiatives have been introduced to support clay idol makers, including the provision of clay machines and other facilities to artisans. “I have taken many initiatives to stop the use of POP Ganesh idols. Now it is in the people’s hands — they should stop using them,” he stated. The MLA emphasised that an immediate ban is not possible, but progress…

New Delhi: India’s booming services sector is set to cushion the blow from US tariffs on exports, with the country’s services trade surplus projected to touch an all-time high of $205–207 billion in FY26, according to a report released on Wednesday by ICRA. The report highlights that India’s current account deficit (CAD) narrowed sharply to $2.4 billion (0.2% of GDP) in Q1 FY26, far below the $8.6 billion deficit (0.9% of GDP) recorded in the same quarter last year and well below ICRA’s earlier forecast of 0.7% of GDP. The improvement was primarily driven by stronger remittances and…

Team Goemkarponn Cumbarjua: Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho on Tuesday joined devotees and locals at the vibrant Sangodotsav (Sangod Festival) held at the scenic Cumbarjua Canal. The festival was celebrated in the presence of Cumbharjua MLA Rajesh Faldessai, social worker from the constituency, and Mayem MLA Premendra Vishnu Shet, who together marked the occasion with the local community. Sangodotsav, a traditional celebration unique to Goa, witnessed colourful festivities, drawing large participation from residents and visitors alike.

TEAM GOEMKARPONN VASCO: Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao on Wednesday accused the BJP-led government of pushing Vasco towards becoming a “ghost town” by encouraging large-scale coal handling and transportation, similar to how Dabolim lost prominence after the new airport. Addressing a press conference in Vasco, Alemao alleged that the “double engine government” stood for “double dhoka, only for khoka,” claiming it was deceiving Goans while serving corporate interests. He pointed out that despite assurances in 2020 that coal handling in Goa would be capped, the Centre had since cleared several expansion projects — including the increase of JSW’s…