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NEw Delhi: India’s space capabilities received a major boost with the successful launch of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite—the most expensive civilian Earth observation satellite ever built, valued at $1.3 billion. The satellite was launched aboard India’s GSLV F-16 rocket from Sriharikota, marking a landmark moment in Indo-US space collaboration. ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan described the mission as a “highly satisfying and exciting moment”, reflecting on both the technical achievement and the emotional journey that led to liftoff. “Each launch is important, and since it was a new vehicle configuration for us, I was a little tense.…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a major step towards investor protection, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in collaboration with the National Stock Exchange (NSE), has launched a nationwide investor awareness campaign titled #SEBIvsSCAM. The initiative is designed to educate retail investors about financial scams and promote safer investment practices, reinforcing SEBI’s commitment to safeguarding the interests of the investing public. The campaign comes at a time when digital financial frauds are growing in complexity and frequency. Fraudsters are leveraging advanced technologies such as deepfake videos, fake trading apps, and deceptive social media tips to lure investors. Common scams…

The order said that goods from all other countries not listed in an annex would be subject to a 10 per cent US tariff rate. New Delhi: In a sweeping move to reshape global trade in favor of American businesses, former U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order imposing revised import tariffs on dozens of countries. The updated list raises duties as high as 50% on certain goods, with India retaining a 25% tariff while Pakistan sees a significant reduction—from 29% to 19%. The new tariff rates, which range from 10% to 50%, will take effect in…

New Delhi: India has reportedly shelved plans to purchase advanced F-35 stealth fighter jets from the United States following former President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on Indian exports. Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter, stated that New Delhi is now unlikely to proceed with any major defence procurements from the US in the near future. The development comes after Trump declared that India would face steep tariffs starting August 1, accusing the country of maintaining excessively high tariffs and non-monetary trade barriers. “India is our friend, but their trade practices have made business very difficult.…

The passage of the Goa Land Revenue Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, marks a major turning point in the state’s long and often contentious history of land rights. By introducing Section 38A, the government has attempted to provide long-awaited legal relief to thousands of Goan families who have built homes on government or granted land before February 28, 2014. On paper, the intent is commendable: to regularise homes that have stood for decades, offering legal protection to families who might otherwise be living in bureaucratic limbo. However, while the legislation provides much-needed clarity and security, it also raises important questions…

— Rane stated that during his tenure as TCP Minister, approximately 16-17 lakh square meters of land have been converted. In comparison, he highlighted that prior to his term, around 1.50 crore square meters were converted, including 9.5 crore square meters during the tenure of the previous Congress government Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Town and Country Planning (TCP) Minister Vishwajit Rane on Wednesday announced that the government will soon release a white paper detailing land conversions carried out in the state. Rane stated that during his tenure as TCP Minister, approximately 16-17 lakh square meters of land have been converted.…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa’s healthcare system has seen a transformative shift under the leadership of Health Minister Vishwajit Rane, who on Thursday outlined a series of significant milestones and initiatives that have positioned the state as a pioneer in digital, preventive, and inclusive healthcare delivery. The Minister proudly declared Corlim PHC as India’s first fully digitised Primary Health Centre, setting a national precedent for electronic medical records, teleconsultation, and streamlined services at the grassroots. “This is a milestone for primary care in the country,” he said. In emergency healthcare, Goa has saved over 1.38 lakh lives with its enhanced ambulance…