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New Delhi: Nepal witnessed fresh waves of protests on Tuesday, with demonstrators resorting to stone-pelting and street marches for the second consecutive day, prompting authorities to impose curfews in several parts of the country, including the capital Kathmandu. The unrest follows the KP Sharma Oli government’s decision to lift a ban on social media, which has sparked widespread dissent. Tensions deepened as two cabinet ministers resigned since Monday, amid growing calls for the Prime Minister’s ouster. In a major flashpoint, protestors vandalised the residence of former Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, popularly known as Prachanda, further intensifying the political crisis.

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Janardhan Bhandari has been unanimously re-elected as president of the Canacona Sports & Cultural Club (CSCC) of Canacona Sports Academy for the fifth consecutive term. The election took place at the 24th Annual General Meeting of the Academy held on September 7 at Shradhanand Vidyalaya, Painginim. Bhandari, who will serve a three-year term from 2025 to 2028, was chosen unopposed as members reposed faith in his leadership and the work carried out under his guidance. Established 24 years ago, CSCC has been instrumental in nurturing sporting talent from the remote taluka of Canacona, producing over 65 players…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: The Goa Department of Personnel has issued a stern advisory to senior officers and heads of departments, warning them against proceeding on leave or official tours without prior permission from the competent authority. In a circular dated September 2, 2025, the department highlighted that some senior officials had been undertaking leave and tours without sanction, in violation of the Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972, and related norms. Signed by Under Secretary (Personnel-II) Durga Kinlekar, the circular stated that such actions hamper the smooth functioning of government departments and will not be tolerated. The order makes it…

Team Goemkarponn CUNCOLIM: The Cuncolim Municipal Council has unanimously opposed the proposed setting up of a fish meal plant in the area, with Opposition Leader and Cuncolim MLA Yuri Alemao backing the council’s stand and warning against polluting industries that endanger public health. Alemao expressed shock that the Investment Promotion Board (IPB) cleared the project despite its rejection in Barcem village, Quepem. “When efforts are underway to shut down the existing fish meal plant at the Cuncolim Industrial Estate, attempts are being made to set up a second one in Cuncolim. As long as I represent Cuncolim, I will ensure…

Team Goemkarponn DELHI:  Rajya Sabha MP from Goa, Sadanand Shet Tanavade, cast his vote in the Vice Presidential election held in New Delhi on Tuesday, joining Union Ministers and fellow parliamentarians in the polling process. Speaking after exercising his franchise, Tanavade expressed confidence that NDA nominee C. P. Radhakrishnan would register a resounding victory. He lauded Radhakrishnan’s long years of political experience and commitment to public service, saying his leadership would further strengthen India’s democratic fabric and benefit the nation. Tanavade also extended advance congratulations to Radhakrishnan on his likely election as the next Vice President of India.

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today defended the proposed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Goa project, urging citizens not to oppose it “just for the sake of it.” He argued that in a state with 100% literacy, people should welcome a project of national importance that, he said, would bring long-term educational and economic benefits. “Let people tell me why they are opposing IIT. Someone is instigating them. This is a project in national interest and Goa is going to benefit from it,” Sawant said, reacting to mounting opposition from Codar residents. However, on the same…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: Artist and former member of the Goa State Cultural Development Committee, Vishal Pai Cacode, has alleged that repair works at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, have been initiated without mandatory expenditure sanction or work orders. Cacode said that Ravindra Bhavan Chairman Rajendra Talak himself admitted to allowing the works to begin without the required financial and administrative clearances. He described the move as “irresponsible, dictatorial and arrogant,” claiming that the institution meant to nurture artists was instead being reduced to “a playground of reckless decisions.” “Rules are not optional; they are safeguards to ensure transparency and protect public…