Author: Team Admin

At long last, the political merry-go-round of Goa’s cabinet reshuffle has ground to a halt. After months of speculation, half-truths, and endless lobbying, the former Chief Minister, Digambar Kamat, and the former Speaker, Ramesh Tawadkar, joined the Pramod Sawant government. In contrast, Michael Lobo, Sankalp Amonkar, and Nilesh Cabral, who nursed ambitious hopes of making it into the council of ministers, have been shown the door. The musical chairs have stopped, the suspense has ended, but whether governance has gained anything from this political drama is a question that lingers uncomfortably. The exit of Aleixo Sequeira, citing “personal reasons,” was…

Key Developments… * Immediate Action: Deputy Collector took cognizance after reports of her unsafe living condition. * Medical Clearance: Dr. Seema Fondekar examined her and issued the necessary certificate for admission. * Safe Relocation: Administration arranged transport and a police escort to ensure dignity and security. * Shelter Provided: Admitted within 24 hours to Provedoria-run Old Age Home, Chinchinim. * Long-Term Support: Directorate of Social Welfare to process welfare entitlements for her rehabilitation. Panaji: An 80-year-old widow from Nirankal, Shiroda, who had been living in a crumbling house with no family support, has found relief and dignity after swift intervention…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The South Goa Marine Range, Galgibaga, in collaboration with St. Sebastian’s High School, Loliem, celebrated Vanamahotsav under the theme “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam – A Step Towards Greener Tomorrow” on Wednesday. As part of the initiative, 500 saplings were distributed, including 150 flowering plants, 50 crotons, and 300 fruit-bearing varieties. More than 200 saplings were planted on the school premises, while the remaining were handed over to students and parents to plant in their courtyards, ensuring the drive extended beyond the school campus. Range Forest Officer Rajesh Naik led the plantation programme, assisted by Forest Guard…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The Loliem-Polem Communidade has welcomed the Goa Regularisation of Unauthorised Construction Bill 2025, saying it will provide long-awaited relief to hundreds of local families residing in houses built on Communidade land. Addressing a press conference in Canacona, Communidade President Vishwajit Warik, Attorney Bhushan Prabhugaonkar, Treasurer Madhav Prabhu Shastri, and two assistants said the bill would ensure that only locals benefit, as no outsiders have encroached upon Loliem-Polem Communidade land. “We took a meeting of our Communidade and passed a resolution supporting the government’s decision. These houses belong to our own villagers. If it fits within the law…

Team Goemkarponn Valpoi: With Ganesh Chaturthi festivities set to begin, police officials have appealed to Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandals in Sattari taluka to strictly follow safety guidelines and ensure smooth conduct of programs without inconvenience to the public. In a special meeting held with the office bearers of Valpoi, Keri, and Thane Ganeshotsav Mandals, Police Inspector Videsh Shirodkar stressed that special care must be taken to avoid traffic congestion, overcrowding, and any incidents that could hurt public sentiments. “It is important to celebrate Ganeshotsav with enthusiasm but also responsibly. Public safety must remain a top priority,” Shirodkar said, assuring full cooperation…

Team Goemkarponn Valpoi: MLA Dr. Deviya Rane, has announced that beautification work of the revered Bhumika Devi Temple will begin shortly, with the inauguration scheduled in the coming days. She emphasized that temples are not only places of worship but also serve as centers of cultural and traditional unity, urging devotees to maintain harmony and cooperate in the temple’s development. Dr. Rane was speaking at a Ganesh Chaturthi food grains distribution program organized at Morle Hall, where all Ganesh devotees from Parye Panchayat were provided with essential supplies. She also highlighted her efforts in improving primary school infrastructure across the…

Team Goemkarponn VALPOI: Continuous heavy rains have caused extensive damage to betel nut plantations in Sattari taluka, leaving farmers in distress and struggling with mounting financial losses. Despite repeated pleas, producers allege that the government has failed to take adequate steps to protect their livelihood. Sattari is one of the state’s major betel nut-growing regions, where cultivation had expanded after the government’s Bandhara scheme encouraged use of fallow land for agriculture. With strong market demand and attractive prices, many farmers shifted focus to betel nut production. However, this season’s excessive rainfall has led to widespread fruit drop, devastating yields across…