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Team Goemkarponn FARMAGUDI: Following his removal from the Goa cabinet in a politically charged move on Goa Revolution Day, MLA and former Art and Culture Minister Govind Gaude issued a sharp response, claiming he was “rewarded” for standing up for the marginalised. In a strongly-worded message posted on social media, Gaude remarked, “This decision, taken on Goa Revolution Day, is my reward for defending the rights of the downtrodden.” He thanked the ruling BJP and the state government, saying the development had helped him choose between “truth and power.” Known for his outspoken advocacy for tribal rights and rural upliftment,…

New Delhi:  In a move that blends sport, celebration, and community engagement, Kingfisher Premium Packaged Drinking Water, a brand under United Breweries Ltd and part of the global HEINEKEN Company, has announced a strategic partnership with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) as its Regional Sponsor in India. The announcement was made at a high-profile event held at the iconic River Plate Stadium in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Representing Kingfisher at the event was Mohit Raina, Category Head at Kingfisher, while the Argentine Football Association was represented by Leandro Petersen, Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer of AFA. This landmark partnership is aimed…

Ahmedabad: In a critical update to the investigation into the tragic crash of Air India flight AI171, officials have revealed that the aircraft’s black box sustained damage and may need to be sent to the United States for further analysis. Sources close to the probe indicate that the final decision will rest with the Indian government. The black box, a crucial tool in aviation crash investigations, is composed of two components: the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and the Flight Data Recorder (FDR). These devices are designed to capture key flight information and cockpit communications leading up to an incident. Flight…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: After achieving a world record for staging the play Ganv Zala Zantto seven times in a single day, Goa’s renowned cultural group Kala Chetana Volvoi is all set to enthrall audiences once again with their latest production — Kanni Novya Yugachi. This new drama introduces a unique theatrical format called ‘Tiyatak’, which creatively combines the musical and humorous elements of Tiyatra with the emotional storytelling of Natak, offering a refreshing take on Goan theatre. Kanni Novya Yugachi delivers a powerful message centered around the New Education Policy (NEP) through a modern reimagining of the classic fable “The…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: After over two years of delay, the long-awaited technical committee report probing alleged corruption and procedural lapses in the renovation of Kala Academy has been submitted to the Vigilance Department. The committee, set up in January 2023 with a two-month deadline, was tasked with investigating complaints related to “corruption,” “irregularities,” and “illegalities” in the ₹56-crore refurbishment project. It finally completed its work and handed over the report last month under the leadership of WRD Chief Engineer Pramod Badami, who assumed charge in March 2024. Confirming the development, Badami stated, “The report, with our observations and recommendations, has…

Team Goemkarponn London: An interfaith condolence and prayer meeting was held at the High Commission of India (HCI) in London on Monday to honour the memory of those who lost their lives in the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12. Among the faith leaders offering prayers was Fr Feroz Fernandes of the Pilar Society, who represented the Christian community at the solemn gathering. Held in the Gandhi Hall of India House, the memorial brought together religious leaders and members of the Indian diaspora, including several Goans. The hall was packed to capacity as attendees stood in…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: In a significant achievement, Delta Ports Mormugao Terminal Private Ltd (DMTPL), the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) operator at Mormugao Port Authority (MPA), Goa, set an all-time record by loading 30,581 metric tonnes (MT) of iron ore pellets in just 24 hours onto the vessel MV Vishva Chetna at Berth No. X. The vessel was berthed at the port on the evening of June 16 and is scheduled to load a total of 67,500 MT of iron ore pellets for Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Private Limited (MRPPL). Speaking on the achievement, MPA Chairman Dr N Vimodkumar said, “This milestone…