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Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Government of Goa on Wednesday launched the Goa Startup Accelerator Programme, a structured initiative designed to support startups with mentorship, market access and investment opportunities, as part of efforts to deepen the state’s innovation ecosystem. The programme was launched by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Government of Goa, through the Startup and IT Promotion Cell, at a function held in Panaji. Addressing the gathering, IT Minister Rohan Khaunte said Goa was steadily building a strong and inclusive startup environment supported by forward-looking policies. “Goa has 734 DPIIT-registered startups today, with nearly half being…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa emerged champions of the Men’s Inter-Collegiate Handball Championship 2025–26, organised by Goa University, at the Goa University ground in Taleigao on February 10 and 11. In a high-scoring final, St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa defeated Rosary College of Commerce and Arts, Navelim 37–27 to lift the title. Earlier, in the semifinals, St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa outplayed Goa Medical College 16–5, while Rosary College of Commerce and Arts, Navelim secured their place in the final with a 31–20 win over VVM’s Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics, Margao. The Best Player (Men) award was…

“At the heart of the debate lies a familiar pattern. Political leaders trade allegations, make counterclaims, and draw red lines, but stop short of offering Goans what they want most: a clear, written, unambiguous assurance on the future of civil operations at Dabolim. Sardesai’s claims, including references to internal file notings and post-operation military plans, have added a sense of urgency and unease. Whether these allegations are fully accurate or politically amplified is beside the point. What matters is that they resonate with a long-standing fear among South Goa residents that Dabolim, once Goa’s only gateway, is being slowly sacrificed.”…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and BJP MLAs on Thursday strongly refuted claims regarding the future of Dabolim Airport, accusing South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes of making baseless allegations for political mileage ahead of elections. With elections nearing, the Chief Minister said the Opposition was attempting to manufacture issues. “Elections cannot be fought over Dabolim Airport alone,” Sawant said, accusing the MP of making statements outside Parliament to gain “weightage.” “Dabolim Airport will never be shut down. That is my clear statement,” the CM asserted, reiterating the assurance given on the floor of the House. Echoing similar…

Team Goemkarponn THIVIM: Revolutionary Goans Party (RGP) chief Manoj Parab has alleged irregularities in the functioning of the Thivim panchayat, claiming that it is being controlled not by the BJP but by former MLA Kiran Kandolkar. Addressing the media, Parab accused the panchayat secretary and members of granting permission to a mega project without conducting a mandatory site inspection. He termed the move as fraudulent and demanded that the approval be immediately revoked. Parab further stated that local villagers are strongly opposing the proposed project and warned that the RGP would support residents in their protest if corrective action is…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, has announced that Goa Carnaval 2026 will be celebrated on a grand scale across the State, bringing together colour, music, culture and community spirit from February 13 to 17. The official announcement was made in the presence of Managing Director, Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) Kuldeep Arolkar; Deputy Director of Tourism Dhiraj Wagle; Assistant Director, Department of Tourism Jayesh Kankonkar; General Manager GTDC Gavin Dias; Deputy General Manager (Hotels & Marketing) GTDC Deepak Narvekar; and King Momo Cedric Da Costa, who symbolically ushered in the festive spirit of Carnaval. Tourism…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has placed farmers and women at the forefront of his initial decisions following the inauguration of the new Seva Teerth office, signalling a clear emphasis on rural empowerment and inclusive development. In his first set of directives issued from the newly established facility, the prime minister prioritised schemes aimed at strengthening agricultural livelihoods and expanding opportunities for women across the country. Modi’s focus on farmers comes amid ongoing challenges in the agricultural sector, with calls for improved support systems, better access to credit and sustainable practices gaining traction across states. The decisions taken from…