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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has reported just one confirmed case of COVID-19, and there is currently no indication of a rise in infections across the state, according to Dr. Utkarsh Betodkar, Deputy Director of the Directorate of Health Services (Non-Communicable Diseases). The lone case involves a 70-year-old patient admitted to the Goa Medical College (GMC). Health authorities have confirmed that the patient is receiving appropriate medical care and is under close observation. “We are actively monitoring the situation. So far, there is no surge or cluster of cases, and surveillance continues across the state,” Dr. Betodkar said. He added that…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the Rising North East Investors Summit at Bharat Mandapam in the capital, emphasizing the Northeast region’s unique identity and vital role in shaping a Viksit Bharat (Developed India). Addressing the gathering, PM Modi described the Northeast as the most culturally and economically diverse part of the country, saying, “From trade to tradition, from textiles to tourism — the Northeast embodies the true spirit of India’s diversity.” Highlighting the region’s untapped potential, he said, “Northeast means bio-economy and bamboo, it means tea and petroleum, sports and skill, organic farming and ecotourism. It…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for Goa, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall at many places, accompanied by wind speeds of 50–60 km/h, gusting up to 70 km/h, over the next 24 hours. This warning pertains to both North and South Goa districts. The adverse weather conditions are attributed to Cyclone Shakti, which is influencing the region’s atmospheric patterns. Residents are advised to remain indoors, avoid travel during peak rainfall periods, and stay away from flood-prone areas. Fishermen are cautioned against venturing into the sea due to the anticipated rough conditions. Local…

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday lauded the Indian Armed Forces for the swift and effective execution of Operation Sindoor, calling it a strong and justified response to decades of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. Speaking at the Border Security Force (BSF) Investiture Ceremony during the Rustamji Memorial Lecture, Shah sharply criticized Pakistan for its continued support of terror groups, including its army’s reported involvement in the funerals of slain terrorists. “Pakistan stands exposed before the world. Their army officers were seen at the funerals of known terrorists — carrying coffins and offering prayers. This makes their support undeniable,” Shah…

New Delhi: In a pointed rebuke of Pakistan’s role in terrorism, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar accused Islamabad and its military of openly backing and sheltering notorious terrorist groups. In an interview with Dutch daily De Volkskrant, Jaishankar dismissed claims that the Pakistani government was unaware of terrorist activities within its borders. “The most notorious terrorists on the UN sanctions list are based in Pakistan. They operate in major cities, in broad daylight. Their locations and activities are well known,” Jaishankar said, highlighting what he described as the Pakistani state’s deep-rooted involvement in cross-border terrorism. He added, “Let’s not…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Canacona MLA and Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly, Ramesh Tawadkar, on Friday attended the traditional “Pagir Maar… Nuste Kaad” fishing competition, held as part of the Sagar Kala Manthan – Melava 2025, commemorating 40 years of the Akhil Goa Kshatriya Pagui Samaj (AGKPS). The event, hosted at Rajbhag beach, celebrated Goa’s coastal heritage and rich fishing traditions. Organized in the presence of AGKPS President Divakar Pagi, Secretary Rudresh Namshikar, Treasurer Sameer Kankonkar, Central Committee Member Ratnakar Dhuri, and several social workers, the event marked the start of a three-day celebration of the community’s foundation day. Tawadkar…

Team Goemkarponn VELIM: Velim MLA Cruz Silva of the Aam Aadmi Party has reiterated his strong demand for political reservation for the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community in the Goa Legislative Assembly. Highlighting the long-standing injustice faced by the ST community, officially recognized in 2003, Silva stressed the urgent need for reserved representation ahead of the 2027 state elections. Referring to the Readjustment of Representation of Scheduled Tribes in Assembly Constituencies of the State of Goa Bill, 2024, introduced in the Lok Sabha last August, Silva called for its speedy passage and implementation. “This is a fundamental democratic right guaranteed by…