Author: Team Admin

Team Goemkarponn BORIM: The Public Works Department (PWD), Goa, has announced a partial night-time closure of the Borim Bridge on National Highway 566 to facilitate crucial rehabilitation and strengthening works. The closure will be in effect from May 2 to May 20, 2025, during the night hours from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily. As per the order issued by the Executive Engineer, Works Division-XV (NH), PWD, Ponda, and Administrator of NH-566 from Km. 0/00 to Km. 12/200, one lane of the Borim Bridge will remain closed to all types of vehicular traffic during the specified hours. The measure is…

New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has called upon city officials to urgently address the widespread waterlogging that disrupted the capital following heavy rainfall on Friday morning. During a visit to the Majnu Ka Tila area, she described the situation as an “alarming” sign of systemic issues in the city’s drainage infrastructure. “There is waterlogging in several areas. Some areas don’t even have drains. Some areas have drains that are clogged. Delhi is in a very bad condition,” Gupta told reporters, emphasizing the need for immediate corrective measures. The Chief Minister has directed all relevant departments to expedite the…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: The Public Works Department (PWD), Goa, has announced that the Old Zuari Bridge located along National Highway 66 will be temporarily closed to all vehicular traffic on Sunday, May 4, 2025, between 6:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. The decision was issued by the Executive Engineer of Works Division-XIV (NH), PWD, Fatorda, to facilitate important engineering work on the aging bridge. According to officials, the closure is required to enable the recording of deck levels — a critical structural assessment activity aimed at ensuring the safety and longevity of the bridge. During the closure period, traffic will be…

Team Goemkarponn Shirgao: The village of Shirgao in North Goa is set to host the annual Lairai Devi Jatra, a significant cultural and religious event, today. This festival honors Goddess Lairai, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati, and is renowned for its unique fire-walking ritual. The highlight of the Jatra is the Agnidivya, where devotees, known as ‘dhonds,’ walk barefoot over burning embers as a testament to their devotion. This act symbolizes spiritual purification and resilience. Participants undergo strict fasting and penance before performing this ritual, which is a central feature of the festival. The event also includes traditional processions, devotional…

Thiruvananthapuram: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on Friday, marking a significant advancement in India’s maritime infrastructure. Developed by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) in partnership with the Kerala government under a public-private model, the port is poised to enhance India’s position in global shipping and trade routes. The project, with an investment of approximately ₹8,900 crore, received its commercial go-ahead in December last year after a successful trial phase. The deep-sea port is expected to significantly boost India’s presence in global shipping and trade routes. “Vizhinjam port will bring economic…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Dragon FC Margao staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Rosary Boys Zoriwaddo 5-3 in a penalty shootout, securing their place in the semifinals of the 18th Rebello Pandal All-Goa Open Football Tournament. The match, held at the St. Rita Church Ground in Maina-Curtorim, concluded in a 2-2 draw after regulation time. Rosary Boys took the lead with goals from Veron Fernandes and Prince Figueredo, while Dragon FC responded with equalizers from Rayman Fernandes and Velito Miranda. The match remained deadlocked, leading to a penalty shootout to determine the winner. In the ensuing shootout, Dragon FC’s Richard, Rayman…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a thrilling quarterfinal match of the 18th Rebello Pandal All-Goa Open Football Tournament, Carmel Boys Curtorim edged out Ambaulim Quepem Boys with a 1-0 victory, securing their spot in the semifinals. The match was held at the St. Rita Church Ground in Maina-Curtorim on Thursday. Both teams showcased attacking football, creating several scoring opportunities. However, it was Velroy Fernandes of Carmel Boys who broke the deadlock in the 24th minute with a powerful shot that found the back of the net. This solitary goal proved to be the match-winner, as neither team managed to score thereafter.…