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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: As part of its ongoing efforts to champion sustainable and climate-conscious urban development, Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Limited (IPSCDL) has installed 11 medium-sized benches crafted entirely from recycled plastic at the new public space near National Theatre–Café Bhosle. This initiative is a vital component of the comprehensive transformation of TB Cunha Road, designed to convert this iconic heritage corridor into a dynamic, safe and aesthetically appealing urban environment that serves both the local community and visiting tourists. Executed in partnership with the OneEarth Foundation, the installation exemplifies IPSCDL’s commitment to embracing circular economy practices—demonstrating how discarded…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: 40 Block Level Officers (BLOs) of Goa, one representing each assembly constituency have left for the Round 9 Training Programme for BLOs/BLO Supervisors of Goa, Gujarat and Kerala from June 2-3, 2025 at IIIDEM, Dwarka, New Delhi. They shall be imparted with training on different topics like roles and duties of BLO, regarding detailed information pertaining to different forms filled by them, its assessment and legal provisions on electoral role through role plays on various scenarios.

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Reacting strongly to the recent statement by former Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu, AAP Goa leader Francis Coelho has called upon Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant to oppose the proposed Vaibhavwadi-Kolhapur railway line, warning that it is a trojan horse for coal transport that threatens to devastate Goa’s environment, health, and future. “The Chief Minister must categorically reject this so-called proposal. Sawant was elected to protect Goans, not to serve corporate interests. No Goans have approached him to support this project, so why is he entertaining businessmen from Maharashtra regarding a project that will destroy Goa? This project…

Team Goemkarponn Velim: Velim MLA Cruz Silva on Thursday visited farmlands affected by recent unseasonal rains, which have caused extensive damage to crops across the constituency. He was accompanied by Zonal Agriculture Officer Shri Rajesh Da Costa and Assistant Shri Rangel during the inspection tour. According to officials, the unexpected weather event has impacted around 30 farmers, with estimated crop losses covering nearly 60,000 square metres. Many farmers have reported significant damage to their seasonal produce, raising concerns about income loss and food security in the region. Expressing serious concern over the situation, MLA Silva urged the government to provide…

At a time when the nation is gripped by the pride and emotional weight of Operation Sindoor—a successful military evacuation mission that rescued stranded Indian nationals from a conflict zone—the Congress party has once again chosen to play the role of the contrarian, seemingly more interested in undermining the government than in aligning with national sentiment. In doing so, it is not merely criticizing the Modi government, but inadvertently alienating itself from the very people it claims to represent. Operation Sindoor, executed with surgical precision by the Indian Air Force, stands as a testament to India’s growing stature on the…

Chris Fernandes The recent fatal assault at a casino in Goa is a chilling reminder that the state’s tourism model is at a crossroads. As violent incidents rise and gambling addiction quietly spreads, it’s imperative that Goa brings in global expertise before it descends into the same fate as Cambodia, Laos, the Philippines, and Laukkaing in Myanmar—regions where poorly regulated gambling has fuelled organized crime, human trafficking, and lawlessness. One of the most respected names in the field, Spectrum Gaming Group, has advised top-tier gambling destinations around the world. If Goa is serious about reforming its casino industry and restoring…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: Bus operators in Vasco have strongly criticized the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) contractor responsible for the ongoing flyover construction, citing dangerous road conditions that pose serious risks to commuters. Operators allege that the project has left roads riddled with potholes and lacking basic maintenance, making it increasingly hazardous for passenger buses to operate safely. Despite repeated representations to the concerned authorities, they claim no corrective action has been taken. “Passengers hold drivers accountable, but the real problem lies in the deteriorating condition of the roads,” said one of the operators. Demanding urgent intervention, the operators…