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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has announced that Goa’s traditional Konkani stage art, Tiatr, is on track to receive national recognition. Highlighting the art form’s popularity across 28 countries, Sawant said that efforts are being made to ensure it gets the cultural importance it deserves at the national level. He also noted that Goa University is currently conducting in-depth research into the history and evolution of Tiatr. Alongside promoting the state’s cultural heritage, the government is moving ahead with plans to establish dedicated Goa Bhavans at major religious destinations outside the state. In Ayodhya, land has already…

New Delhi: India’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has issued a strong message to Pakistan, asserting that the Indian Armed Forces must be prepared to respond decisively to any act of violence, whether carried out by state or non-state actors. Speaking at the inaugural edition of the Annual Trident Lecture Series, Gen Chauhan outlined a new strategic vision for India’s defence posture amid evolving regional threats. “We must understand this new norm—that we have to be prepared to respond to any act of aggression from Pakistan, whether it originates from their military or terrorist proxies,” said…

Rio de Janeiro: In a sharp diplomatic response, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s open offer for dialogue, saying he would rather call leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss global trade and cooperation. This comes in the wake of escalating tensions between the US and Brazil following Washington’s imposition of steep 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods. Speaking at an event in Brasilia, Lula strongly criticized the tariff move and labelled it “the most regrettable moment” in the history of US-Brazil relations. “We will resort…

Mumbai: In a widely expected move, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept the key repo rate unchanged at 5.5%, citing persistent global uncertainties and evolving tariff-related risks. The decision was announced following the bi-monthly Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held earlier today. The RBI’s decision comes amid renewed concerns over international trade, triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump’s fresh threat to hike tariffs on Indian goods — a move that led to the rupee slipping by 16 paise on Monday. With global economic cues still uncertain, the central bank opted for a “wait-and-watch” approach. “We have…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has cautioned Goan residents to ensure proper verification of their tenants, warning that failure to do so could result in the landlords being held accountable if their tenants are involved in criminal activities. Speaking during the Assembly discussion on budgetary demands for the Home, Police, Jails, and Prosecution departments, Sawant stressed that tenant verification plays a key role in helping law enforcement track down criminals. He said unverified tenants pose a risk to public safety and that responsibility will lie with property owners in such cases. The Opposition, meanwhile, came down heavily…

“The Bill’s passage comes after repeated delays. Introduced in August 2024, it remained stalled through two successive sessions — the Winter Session of December 2024 and the Budget Session ending in April 2025. The sudden passage of the Bill, amid protests and disruptions, highlights the power of sustained public pressure. Civil society organisations like the United Tribals Association Alliance (UTAA) and Mission Political Reservation for Scheduled Tribes of Goa, along with leaders such as Adv John Fernandes and Capt Viriato Fernandes, have played a crucial role in keeping the issue alive in public consciousness and political discourse.” In a…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Goa government has come out in strong support of the Excise Department, citing a remarkable increase in revenue collection, which has more than doubled to over ₹900 crore since 2020. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said the department is performing efficiently and forecasted even higher earnings in the ongoing financial year. The statement comes amid opposition criticism over alleged links between excise officials and illegal liquor operations. Sawant acknowledged that while one officer has been suspended, disciplinary proceedings have been initiated against 17 others. To combat smuggling and unauthorised liquor sales, the government plans to implement…