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Team Goemkarponn Porvorim; The Goa Legislative Assembly on Tuesday erupted in uproar over the Mhadei river diversion issue, with the Opposition launching a scathing attack on the Pramod Sawant-led government for its alleged failure to act decisively against Karnataka’s continued attempts to divert the river’s waters. The heated debate exposed serious concerns over the government’s strategy and its lack of transparency, even as Karnataka pushes ahead with works within its territory. Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao accused the state government of being a “mute spectator” and warned of an impending water conflict within Goa itself. “The Goa government hasn’t acted…

New Delhi : Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has strongly responded to party colleague K Muraleedharan’s recent remarks suggesting that he would no longer be invited to party events in Kerala’s capital, Thiruvananthapuram, unless he changes his stance on national security issues. Tharoor questioned the authority and credibility behind Muraleedharan’s claim, stating, “First, tell me, what is the basis of this claim? Those who are saying such things—what position do they even hold in the party? Who are they?” Tharoor further asserted that such statements must be backed by valid reasoning, adding, “People saying this must also have a basis. Unless…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Panaji Police have arrested 40-year-old Sathish Subramanian from Tamil Nadu for allegedly vandalising a religious cross situated near the Portuguese Consulate on Fr. Agnelo Road, Altinho. The act was recorded by CCTV cameras, which captured the unidentified man damaging the religious symbol. Following his arrest, Sathish was produced before the court and subsequently referred to the Institute of Psychiatry and Human Behaviour (IPHB) for evaluation due to suspected mental illness. The police investigation is ongoing as authorities seek to understand the motives behind the vandalism and ensure community safety.

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Fatorda MLA and Goa Forward Party President Vijai Sardesai raised serious concerns in the Goa Legislative Assembly today, alleging that Goa is becoming a hub for international racketeering, illegal conversions, hawala operations, and extremist networks with links to foreign funding. Sardesai highlighted the recent arrest of a woman named Ayesha by the Uttar Pradesh Police under Mission Asmita, noting that this case is not the result of Goa Police action, but an outside investigation. Drawing connections, he referred to the earlier arrest of a man known as Changur Baba a.k.a. Jamaluddin, who had set up the…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Fatorda MLA and Goa Forward Party President Vijai Sardesai raised serious concerns in the Assembly over the import of PoP Ganesh idols, which he said are directly threatening the livelihood of Goan artisans and eroding Goa’s cultural traditions. Speaking to the Speaker, Sardesai highlighted that many local idol-makers have been forced to shut down their businesses due to a failure in enforcement by the government. “Our Goan artisans are giving up their craft because no one is protecting them,” he said. He called on the government to set up a dedicated market space for Goan…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The much-anticipated 10th, 11th, and 12th editions of the Goa State Film Festival (GSFF) will be held together from August 14 to 17, 2025. This four-day cinematic extravaganza will begin with the inauguration ceremony on August 14 and conclude with a closing event on August 17. Over the years, the festival has grown into one of Goa’s most awaited cultural events, celebrating excellence in filmmaking and spotlighting emerging talent. As part of GSFF 2025, the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG) will host an exciting “48 Hours Short Film Making Competition,” designed to discover and nurture new talent…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Residents of Chorao have demanded a reduction in ferry charges for locals and the deployment of additional ferries during rush hours on the Ribandar-Chorao route. The protestors have given the government a three-day deadline to address their concerns, warning that they will consider further action if their demands are not met. At a public gathering near the Chorao ferry point on Monday, local resident Tony Noronha stated that while two-wheelers currently travel free and should continue to do so, the fare for four-wheelers should be reduced from ₹30 to ₹10 for residents. He also criticised the limited…