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Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Highlighting urgent local issues, a delegation from the Canacona Congress unit submitted a detailed list of demands to South Goa Member of Parliament Capt. Viriato Fernandes during a meeting held at the South Goa District Collectorate in Margao on Thursday. The demand memorandum focused on key concerns affecting the Canacona constituency, including the inadequate healthcare infrastructure at the Canacona Community Health Centre. Particular stress was laid on the plight of dialysis patients, who reportedly face major difficulties due to the lack of proper treatment facilities and support systems. In addition, the Congress team called for the provision…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A strong pitch for technology-driven governance and public safety, Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant on Friday cited the recent Pernem taxi assault case to stress the urgent need for implementing app-based taxi systems in Goa. Speaking at the inauguration of the new Directorate of Prosecution office in Panaji, Sawant said the attack on a taxi driver and subsequent vehicle theft could have been prevented—or the accused easily traced—if a digital booking and tracking platform had been in place. “Had there been a proper digital system such as a taxi booking app, it would have been much easier…

Team Goemkarponn PONDA: The All Goa Major Ranking Table Tennis Tournament got off to a thrilling start at the Sports Complex in Ponda, with Anaya Shukla and Shaurya Dessai making dominant runs to book their spots in the U11 Girls Singles final. Anaya delivered a flawless performance in her semi-final clash, brushing aside Sanaz Shaikh in straight sets (3-0). Shaurya matched that intensity, defeating Tvisha Kotkar with an identical 3-0 scoreline, setting the stage for an exciting final showdown between the two young talents. In the quarter-finals, Anaya had earlier eased past Radha Desai (3-0), while Sanaz overcame Claire George…

Team Goemkarponn BENAULIM: In a nail-biting semifinal of the Benaulim Villagers Cup, Betalbatim Sports Club edged past Maina Sports Club 4-2 in a dramatic penalty shootout after both teams were locked 1-1 at the end of regulation time. The match was played at the St John the Baptist Panchayat Ground, providing a picturesque backdrop for an intense clash. Maina SC took an early lead in the 11th minute through Joywin Carneiro, who rose above the defenders to head home a powerful goal off a well-delivered corner. However, Betalbatim responded almost immediately. Just two minutes later, Keith Rodrigues capitalized on a…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Minister and senior MGP leader Sudin Dhavalikar stated that late Manohar Parrikar brought significant and lasting changes to Goan politics, reshaping its landscape through visionary leadership and development-oriented governance. “His legacy continues to inspire us as we move forward,” Dhavalikar said. Speaking to the media, Dhavalikar announced that the Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP), as a trusted alliance partner of the BJP, will contest the upcoming Zilla Panchayat (ZP) elections. He emphasized the importance of unity and coordination in delivering results at the grassroots level. “In the spirit of the alliance and guided by the developmental vision set…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Alarm bells are ringing loud over the condition of the Saleri Bridge connecting Agonda and Khola villages in Canacona, as Non-Destructive Test (NDT) reports have returned alarming results, forcing authorities to carry out Destructive Tests (DT) through core-cutting for further laboratory analysis. The bridge, which spans the Saleri river and has stood for over five decades, is now at the centre of safety concerns. According to sources, the inspection team from the Mobile Bridge Inspection Unit (MBIU) has raised serious red flags regarding the structural integrity of the bridge. Following unconvincing and doubtful results from the initial…

Team Goemkarponn MIRAMAR: Students at V. M. Salgaocar College of Law, Miramar, celebrated a milestone on July 7, 2025, by hosting a dynamic Open Mic Competition. The event not only showcased the diverse talents of its students but also marked the two-year anniversary of the college’s innovative “Beyond the Syllabus” initiative. The Open Mic, aptly themed “Your Stage, Your Original Voice,” saw enthusiastic participation from students eager to share their creative expressions. The sole rule of the competition was “Originality”; performers delivered truly unique acts, drawing from their personal lives to craft original poetry, songs, monologues, and comedy sets. The…