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Team Goemkarponn FATORDA: A burglary has been reported at a residence in Borda, Salcete, where unknown culprits allegedly broke into a house and stole cash and gold ornaments. According to the complaint lodged by Ismail Shaikh, a resident of Living Space Castle, Borda, the theft took place between 3:00 pm on June 7, 2026, and 9:45 pm on June 8, 2026. During this period, the accused allegedly broke open the main door of the house, entered the bedrooms, and decamped with ₹50,000 in cash. The stolen valuables also included four gold bangles, four gold finger rings, and five pairs of…

Team Goemkarponn CURCHOREM: A Maruti Swift car driver was arrested by Curchorem Police for allegedly driving in a rash and negligent manner and causing an accident that injured two persons at Carriamoddi, Curchorem. According to police, the incident occurred on June 9, 2026, at around 3:26 pm, when the accused, Ravindra Gawali, a resident of near KTC Bus Stand, Fatorda, Margao and a native of Kolhapur, Maharashtra, was driving from Carriamoddi towards Pontemol. Upon reaching opposite Lotus Plaza building at Carriamoddi, he allegedly veered to the extreme right side of the road and collided with an oncoming Royal Enfield Bullet…

“Goa’s image as a prosperous tourism destination often masks a troubling reality. At traffic junctions, markets, religious sites, beaches and tourist hotspots, the same groups of beggars appear repeatedly, often transported from one location to another. Residents and tourists alike have observed patterns that suggest coordination rather than desperation alone. This does not mean every person seeking alms is part of a racket. Genuine poverty exists and deserves empathy. Yet it would be naïve to ignore the possibility that vulnerable individuals, including women, the elderly and even children, are being exploited by organised networks that profit from public sympathy. The…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI:The mysterious death of a young intern doctor from Goa Medical College (GMC), whose body was found at Hawaii Beach in Dona Paula on Wednesday evening, has triggered an intensive investigation, with police and forensic experts examining every possible angle to unravel the circumstances leading to the tragedy. The deceased, identified as 24-year-old Gauri Narayan, had completed her internship at GMC and was preparing to leave, hospital authorities said. Her identity was established after police found her wearing a doctor’s gown bearing her name. The discovery prompted an extensive search operation at the scene, with forensic experts and…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Union Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna has said that discussions are ongoing between the Chief Ministers of Goa, Maharashtra and Karnataka regarding the Mhadei River diversion issue, while assuring that the interests of all the concerned states will be protected. Speaking on the long-pending Mhadei issue, Somanna stated that Goa, Maharashtra and Karnataka are “one” and emphasized the need for a coordinated approach to resolve the matter. He said the Chief Ministers of the three states are engaged in discussions and expressed confidence that the concerns of every state would be safeguarded. The Union Minister…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A section of residents from Anjuna staged a protest outside the office of the Chief Engineer of the Electricity Department, demanding an inquiry into what they described as an alarming surge in electricity bills and seeking urgent intervention from the state government. The protesters claimed that several households had received bills far exceeding their usual monthly payments, raising concerns over the financial impact on consumers. They alleged that the sudden increase had caused distress among residents and called for immediate corrective measures. During discussions with the protesters, Electricity Department officials reportedly stated that the higher bills were…

New Delhi: England cricket has been rocked by controversy after star all-rounder Ben Stokes was removed as captain ahead of the second Test against New Zealand following an off-field disciplinary issue. The decision came after Stokes reportedly breached a team curfew and attended a nightclub in London after the opening Test. An alleged altercation involving a rugby player, Stokes and teammate Gus Atkinson prompted the England management to take action, resulting in the suspension of one of the country’s most influential cricketers. The development has sparked speculation about Stokes’ future, with discussions emerging over whether the England star could consider…