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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a major development, the Goa government has handed over the investigation of the ₹5 crore Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) fraud case to the Crime Branch. The case, which was being investigated by Porvorim police, involves large-scale misappropriation of Central funds meant for primary education. Sources confirmed that the Crime Branch has been officially assigned the case, and Porvorim police have been instructed to transfer all related documents and evidence. The scam came to light following an investigation by The Goan, which revealed that government funds under SSA were illegally diverted from the official bank account. So…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Governor of Goa P.S. Sreedharan Pillai and Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant extended warm wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakri Id), a festival celebrated by Muslims across the world to commemorate the spirit of sacrifice and devotion. In his message, Governor Pillai said that the festival, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, is marked with great enthusiasm and traditional fervour. It stands as a reminder of values such as forgiveness, compassion, and charity, and plays a vital role in promoting harmony and brotherhood among all communities. He called upon…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on highlighted Goa’s outstanding performance in key development indicators, asserting that the state has surpassed others in per capita income, GDP, and literacy rates. Speaking at the Regional Rural Workshop 2025 organized under the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awas Yojana in Panaji, Sawant said Goa’s progress extends well beyond its traditional reputation as a destination for “Sun, Sand, and Sea.” “We have introduced a fourth ‘S’ to our tourism identity—Spirituality. Goa is now actively promoting spiritual tourism as part of its evolving brand,” the Chief Minister remarked. Despite being one of the smallest states…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: In a significant judgment, the Mapusa court has convicted former Sarpanch and current panch of Salvador do Mundo panchayat, Vijay Dalvi, along with Sweta Kandolkar and Shrikant Arlekar, for outraging the modesty of Dr. Meenakshi Martin in a case dating back to 2017. The incident was reportedly linked to a property dispute, during which Dr. Martin was subjected to verbal abuse and physical assault. Her mobile phone was also damaged in the altercation. The court has sentenced all three accused to undergo simple imprisonment for three months. Additionally, each has been directed to pay a compensation of…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: In a proactive step towards environmental cleanliness, the Canacona Municipal Council conducted a garbage collection drive at the merchant shops of Chaudi on World Environment Day, Thursday. The initiative aimed to promote awareness about waste management and maintain cleanliness in the municipal area. Different types of waste were collected from various business establishments as part of the campaign. Several key municipal officials and councilors, including Ramakant Naik Gaunkar, Hemant Naik Gaunkar, Narsisco (Nadin) Fernandes, Neetu Desai, Municipal Inspector Yeso Desai, and Municipal Supervisor Kanya Desai, actively participated in the effort. During the event, the municipal officers and…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant political development, the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) has announced the launch of a state-wide campaign titled *“Samvidhan Bachao Yatra” aimed at defending democratic values and engaging directly with the people of Goa. The campaign is set to begin on June 8, starting from the Mandrem constituency, and will cover all 40 assembly constituencies in the state. The Yatra will be led by prominent Congress leaders, including GPCC President Amit Patkar, Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao, MLAs Adv. Carlos Alvares Ferreira and Altone D’Costa, and South Goa MP Viriato Fernandes, along with several senior…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA:  In a continued effort to ensure safe and hygienic food for every citizen of Goa, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) carried out an early morning surveillance drive at the Mapusa Interstate Bus Stand. The operation focused on inspecting and verifying the safety of food articles arriving from other states, as part of the department’s ongoing food safety initiative. According to FDA officials, there was a marked improvement in compliance compared to earlier inspections. Several Food Business Operators (FBOs) were found to be maintaining proper cold-chain protocols and displaying accurate product labelling, reflecting increased awareness and adherence…