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New Delhi: Spain and Portugal’s recent massive power blackout may have shocked Europe, but for India, it’s a familiar reminder. In July 2012, over 400 million Indians were left without electricity after a major grid failure—one of the worst blackouts in history. Since then, India has focused on expanding energy access and boosting generation capacity. But as Spain’s experience shows, grid stability isn’t a one-time fix—it requires constant vigilance. India’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly. With a strong push toward solar and wind power, the country is transforming its electricity mix. In 2023, 85% of the 34 gigawatts of added…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: As Goa positions itself as India’s creative capital for technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship, the 12th edition of the First Friday Meetup brought together a dynamic mix of designers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and storytellers committed to shaping this evolving vision. Held at the Surendrababu Timblo Hall, GCCI, Panaji, the event was hosted by the Creative Community of Goa (CCG) in collaboration with the Association of Designers of India (ADI) – Goa Chapter, and supported by the Startup & IT Promotion Cell, Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Government of Goa. D. S. Prashant, CEO of the Startup and…

Team Goemkarponn CAMPAL: An LPG gas pipeline leak near Lake View Colony in Campal, Panaji, prompted a swift response from emergency teams, averting a potentially serious incident. Authorities acted quickly to contain the leak, and no injuries or fatalities were reported. Emergency personnel immediately secured the affected area to ensure public safety and worked efficiently to halt the leak. Their timely intervention played a key role in preventing the situation from escalating. As a precautionary measure, officials have urged local residents to remain alert and cooperate with ongoing safety checks. The cause of the leak is under investigation, with technical…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The Annual Traditional Feast of St. Anne was celebrated with great pomp and devotion at St. Anne’s Church in Agonda, Canacona, drawing hundreds of faithful. The Feast High Mass, concelebrated by five priests, was led by the main celebrant and newly appointed Provincial of the Society of Pilar, Fr. Joaquim Rebello, SFX. In his homily, Fr. Rebello called upon the faithful to embrace community living, emphasizing that Somudai (Small Christian Communities) are the backbone of peaceful coexistence and essential to living a fruitful life of faith. Festivities began early with a First Mass at 6:30 a.m., followed…

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea filed by Sultana Begum, claiming ownership of Delhi’s iconic Red Fort as a descendant of Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar II. The court termed the petition “misconceived,” and Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna even remarked in jest, “Why only Red Fort? Why not Fatehpur Sikri or the Taj Mahal?” Sultana Begum, who resides in Howrah near Kolkata, had approached the court seeking either possession of the 17th-century monument or financial compensation. She argued that the Red Fort, seized by the British after the 1857 revolt and the exile of Bahadur Shah…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Health officials and the Canacona Municipal Council (CMC) jointly inspected a stagnant rivulet at Kepe-Arkar, located between Patnem and Ponsulem, following complaints of foul odour and water contamination. The inspection was prompted after Councillor Shubham Komarpant raised concerns regarding the deteriorating water quality and the strong stench emanating from the site. Komarpant had formally reported the issue to both the CMC and the Canacona Health Officer, warning that the stagnant water posed a serious health risk to local residents. During the visit, Sanitary Inspector Pranay Naik identified several outlet pipes discharging into the water body. Preliminary findings…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Two roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) ferries commissioned by the River Navigation Department (RND) have commenced trial operations on the Zuari River, signaling progress toward strengthening riverine transport connectivity in Goa. These vessels are part of an initiative aimed at easing vehicular congestion on roads by offering an alternative mode of transport across the river. Currently in the final stages of testing, the ferries are undergoing technical fine-tuning to ensure readiness for public service. Once operational, the RoRo service is expected to facilitate smoother movement of vehicles and passengers across the Zuari, helping to reduce pressure on existing road infrastructure…