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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A cruise vessel anchored on the Mandovi River mysteriously sank during heavy rains, sparking concerns over river safety and maritime preparedness in Goa’s monsoon season. Officials believe that continuous downpours over the last two days may have led to waterlogging and instability, causing the vessel to sink. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported. Maritime authorities have initiated an inquiry to ascertain the exact cause of the incident and evaluate the damage caused. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: After a suspected cholera case was recently reported at Goa Medical College, 19 cases have now been detected at Cutbona Jetty, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane confirmed on Thursday. The Directorate of Health Services (DHS) has launched a series of preventive measures, including screening of workers, water testing, cleaning of tanks, stocking of essential medicines, and holding awareness campaigns. To ensure coordinated action, DHS is working in collaboration with the Fisheries Department, local Panchayat, Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), Sulabh Souchalaya, the Deputy Collector, and boat owners’ associations. “These collective efforts are focused on improving sanitation at the…

Team Goemkarponn VALPOI: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane announced that the state’s upcoming Cancer Hospital, being established in collaboration with Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, is expected to be operational before 2027. Speaking at a public meeting in Nagargao, Valpoi, Rane said the initiative is part of the Pramod Sawant-led government’s mission to make quality healthcare accessible to every Goan. “The cancer hospital will mark a milestone in the state’s health infrastructure,” he said. Highlighting other health initiatives, the minister said that new model sub-health centres will soon be set up in remote villages like Kodal and Satre, along with doorstep diagnostic…

At long last, the political merry-go-round of Goa’s cabinet reshuffle has ground to a halt. After months of speculation, half-truths, and endless lobbying, the former Chief Minister, Digambar Kamat, and the former Speaker, Ramesh Tawadkar, joined the Pramod Sawant government. In contrast, Michael Lobo, Sankalp Amonkar, and Nilesh Cabral, who nursed ambitious hopes of making it into the council of ministers, have been shown the door. The musical chairs have stopped, the suspense has ended, but whether governance has gained anything from this political drama is a question that lingers uncomfortably. The exit of Aleixo Sequeira, citing “personal reasons,” was…

Key Developments… * Immediate Action: Deputy Collector took cognizance after reports of her unsafe living condition. * Medical Clearance: Dr. Seema Fondekar examined her and issued the necessary certificate for admission. * Safe Relocation: Administration arranged transport and a police escort to ensure dignity and security. * Shelter Provided: Admitted within 24 hours to Provedoria-run Old Age Home, Chinchinim. * Long-Term Support: Directorate of Social Welfare to process welfare entitlements for her rehabilitation. Panaji: An 80-year-old widow from Nirankal, Shiroda, who had been living in a crumbling house with no family support, has found relief and dignity after swift intervention…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The South Goa Marine Range, Galgibaga, in collaboration with St. Sebastian’s High School, Loliem, celebrated Vanamahotsav under the theme “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam – A Step Towards Greener Tomorrow” on Wednesday. As part of the initiative, 500 saplings were distributed, including 150 flowering plants, 50 crotons, and 300 fruit-bearing varieties. More than 200 saplings were planted on the school premises, while the remaining were handed over to students and parents to plant in their courtyards, ensuring the drive extended beyond the school campus. Range Forest Officer Rajesh Naik led the plantation programme, assisted by Forest Guard…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The Loliem-Polem Communidade has welcomed the Goa Regularisation of Unauthorised Construction Bill 2025, saying it will provide long-awaited relief to hundreds of local families residing in houses built on Communidade land. Addressing a press conference in Canacona, Communidade President Vishwajit Warik, Attorney Bhushan Prabhugaonkar, Treasurer Madhav Prabhu Shastri, and two assistants said the bill would ensure that only locals benefit, as no outsiders have encroached upon Loliem-Polem Communidade land. “We took a meeting of our Communidade and passed a resolution supporting the government’s decision. These houses belong to our own villagers. If it fits within the law…