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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The imposition of Section 163 and prohibitory orders in Panaji ahead of the proposed Mirabag protest triggered a sharp political row on Monday, with opposition leaders and villagers accusing the government of attempting to suppress democratic dissent. Acting on a report from the Superintendent of Police, North Goa, and in view of the Model Code of Conduct for the ongoing Ponda by-election, the North Goa Collector prohibited the assembly of five or more persons within the jurisdiction of Panaji Police Station, particularly at Azad Maidan and adjoining areas, where villagers had planned to stage a protest against…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant reiterated that the proposed bandhara project at Mirabag will not be taken up and appealed to protesters to call off their agitation. Sawant stated that the government has no plans to proceed with the project and assured residents that their concerns have been taken into consideration. He emphasised that his verbal assurance should be treated as equally binding as a written commitment. The Chief Minister further said he would take full responsibility if the project is ever pursued in the future, seeking to allay fears among villagers and activists opposing the proposal.

Team Goemkarponn SANCOALE: A well located within the premises of Our Lady of Health Church at Shindole, Sancoale, was found contaminated with fuel on Monday, raising concern among residents and prompting a joint inspection by authorities. The issue surfaced after parish priest Fr Kenneth Teles reported a persistent strong smell in the area over the past 15 days. The matter was brought to the attention of MLA Anton Vaz on Sunday, following which immediate steps were taken to assess the situation. During the inspection, Vaz, along with police and officials from concerned departments, examined the site and called for a…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) Mayor Rohit Monserrate has stated that the civic body is not in favour of digging up newly tarred roads for laying Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections, stressing that such works would inconvenience citizens and undo recent infrastructure efforts. Speaking on the issue, the Mayor highlighted that the roads were recently completed after significant effort and resources, and any decision to break them again would not be in the public interest. He underscored that the priority of the CCP remains the comfort and convenience of residents. Monserrate further said that if…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Rohit Monserrate has been re-elected as the Mayor of the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP), extending his tenure in a historic sixth term. With this, he continues his unprecedented run, having already completed five consecutive years in the top post. The mayoral election took place during the first meeting of the newly formed council on Monday at 11 am. As no other nominations were filed for the posts of Mayor and Deputy Mayor, Monserrate and Vasant Agshikar were elected unopposed. The proceedings followed the oath-taking ceremony of all newly elected corporators, marking the formal constitution…

New Delhi: Mumbai Indians began their Indian Premier League 2026 campaign with a record breaking win over Kolkata Knight Riders, successfully chasing down a target of 221 runs for a six wicket victory at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday night. Despite the impressive performance, attention quickly turned to the use of star batter Suryakumar Yadav as an Impact Substitute during the match. The T20 World Cup winning player did not take the field, prompting speculation among fans and observers. Addressing the issue after the match, MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene clarified that the decision was purely precautionary as Suryakumar was dealing…

New Delhi: Cricket Australia has clarified that Cameron Green is currently recovering from a lower back injury, responding to questions raised after the allrounder did not bowl in Kolkata Knight Riders’ defeat to Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League 2026 clash at Wankhede Stadium. Green, the most expensive overseas signing in the history of the league’s auction, came under scrutiny after failing to deliver with the ball in the high scoring match where KKR were unable to defend a total of 224. The situation sparked debate about the team’s decision to invest heavily in an allrounder who could not…