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Team Goemkarponn BICHOLIM: In a major development linked to the ongoing controversy surrounding the Lodha project at Sarvan village, the Goa Police registered a criminal case against 11 persons and others for allegedly forming an unlawful assembly, wrongfully confining, intimidating and obstructing the Acting Sarpanch inside the Karapur-Sarvan Village Panchayat office. According to police, Bicholim Police Station registered Crime No. 61/2026 under Sections 189(2), 191(2), 127(2), 132 read with 190 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita on May 12 at around 10.55 pm. The complaint states that on May 12, from around 11 am till the end of a meeting held…

New Delhi: In a major decision affecting lakhs of medical aspirants across the country, the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday cancelled the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 following allegations that the examination paper had been leaked before the test was conducted on May 3. The entrance examination, which is mandatory for admission to undergraduate medical courses across India, will now be conducted again on fresh dates to be announced separately by the agency. The cancellation comes amid mounting controversy over the credibility of the examination process after reports emerged alleging that the NEET UG question…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Officials connected to Goa’s petroleum supply chain have dismissed concerns over any immediate fuel shortage in the State, assuring that petrol and diesel supplies remain stable despite growing public speculation following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal for fuel conservation. Concerns over fuel availability gained momentum on social media and among sections of the public after the Prime Minister urged citizens to reduce dependence on fuel and adopt alternative modes of transport amid rising global tensions. The remarks triggered fears of a possible fuel shortage, leading to discussions and speculation in several parts of the State. However,…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Goa Human Rights Commission (GHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of the State government’s smart electricity meter rollout following concerns over the alleged mandatory installation of smart prepaid meters across Goa. The Commission acted on a media report published in O Heraldo and has issued a notice to the Chief Electrical Engineer seeking a response in the matter by June 2. Consumer groups and activists have raised objections to the implementation process, claiming that smart prepaid meters are being imposed on consumers despite clarifications from the Centre that such installations are optional. Citizens for Democracy convenor…

Team Goemkarponn Margao, May 12: Police conducted an inspection and cleared beggars from the Pimpalkatta area in Margao following a complaint lodged by Margao New Market Traders Association Chairman Gopal Naik. According to the complaint submitted to the Police Inspector on Monday, a large number of beggars had allegedly occupied the Pimpalkatta area and were refusing to vacate the spot despite repeated requests from traders and locals. Naik also raised concerns over roadside vendors setting up stalls during morning hours on roads surrounding the market area, allegedly creating obstruction for commuters and customers. He stated that the congestion had become…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Old Goa Police have arrested a 40-year-old resident of St Cruz in connection with the alleged assault on government employee Kashinath Shetye during an inspection of suspected illegal land-filling activities in Merces last week. The accused, identified as Yogesh Tigade, has been booked under charges of attempt to murder, police said. According to investigators, the incident took place when Shetye, who was part of an inspection team, had visited the Merces area to verify complaints related to alleged illegal land-filling activities. During the inspection, Shetye was allegedly assaulted, resulting in injuries. The incident had triggered strong reactions…

New Delhi: Delhi-NCR has introduced its first barrier free toll collection system, marking a major shift in highway travel and traffic management. The new Multi Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system was inaugurated by Nitin Gadkari at the Mundka-Bakkarwala toll plaza on the Urban Extension Road II corridor. The technology driven system removes the need for physical barriers, toll booths and manual operators, allowing vehicles to move through toll lanes without stopping. Authorities believe the move will significantly reduce congestion, fuel consumption and delays commonly experienced at toll plazas. The MLFF system works using a combination of Automatic Number Plate…