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Team Goemkarponn FATORDA: Goa Forward Party President and Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai has launched a scathing attack on the Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly, accusing him of acting in a blatantly partisan manner and compromising the neutrality of the Speaker’s office, after his reported participation in a BJP Legislative Party meeting held in a hotel to strategize for the upcoming Assembly session. “Yesterday, when the Speaker emerged from the BJP core committee meeting and was asked about him becoming a minister, he replied that ‘there will be news’. Today, he attended the BJP Legislative Party meeting. What are people…

By Irfan Iqbal Gheta Just a week ago, a troubling incident unfolded in Karnataka. A senior citizen visited her local Canara Bank branch to seek clarifications. The staff member attending her did not speak Kannada. She tried explaining in English, but the client didn’t understand the language. What should have been a routine interaction turned into a flashpoint. A video of the incident went viral, sparking outrage. Pro-Kannada groups quickly demanded that banks employ staff fluent in the local language. Canara Bank responded with a statement, echoing the sentiments of the Kannada-speaking community. This wasn’t an isolated case. In May,…

Goa is at a critical crossroads. In recent years, the coastal state — known for its vibrant culture, picturesque landscapes, and deep-rooted community traditions — has witnessed growing tensions over land use, especially regarding the age-old institution of Comunidade. The latest citizen-led movement under the banner “Save Comunidade, Save Goa” is more than a protest; it is a resounding call to preserve Goa’s identity, protect its land, and uphold a centuries-old community-based ownership system that is now under increasing threat. The Comunidade system is not just a relic of the past. It is a living, breathing institution rooted in collective…

Team Goemkarponn Mapusa: In a significant development in the Cunchelim Communidade land scam, Mapusa Police have arrested three more suspects — Raja Anthony, Raju Mandrekar, and Sumit Phadte — for their alleged role in fraudulently selling Communidade land to over 140 unsuspecting families. The trio was produced before the Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC), Mapusa, on Monday and has been remanded to two days of police custody for further interrogation. According to police sources, the accused were part of a larger syndicate involved in the illegal sale and transfer of Communidade land parcels, with several forged documents and bogus registrations…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a clear message aimed at strengthening internal unity, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leadership has directed its legislators to steer clear of engaging in public blame games within the party. The directive was issued during a meeting of the party’s state core committee held on Monday. State BJP President Damodar ‘Damu’ Naik, while briefing the media after the meeting, said that all ministers and MLAs have been firmly instructed to maintain party discipline going forward. “The party will not tolerate internal squabbling. Our focus must remain on governance and unity,” Naik said, underlining the leadership’s stand…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant has called upon sports associations in Goa to step up and take responsibility for maintaining sports grounds in the state, citing poor upkeep of existing infrastructure. “Even though Goa is a small state, we have developed good sports infrastructure. However, I have observed that the maintenance of this infrastructure is lacking. Some sports grounds remain abandoned,” Sawant said. The Chief Minister noted that several associations have approached the government seeking dedicated grounds. He stated that if these associations are willing to maintain the grounds, it would help the government officially allot specific…

Team Goemkarponn Margao: Margao Sports Club delivered a dominant performance to outclass Carmona Sports Club 6-0 and seal their spot in the quarterfinals of the 17th St. Anthony Festival Cup 2025, organized by St. Anthony Sports Club Assolda and played at the Moll Ground in Assolda. The match began under challenging conditions as persistent rain made ball control difficult for both teams. Despite the slippery surface, Margao found their rhythm early and broke the deadlock in the 16th minute through Alfred Noronha, who headed the ball into the net to give his team a 1-0 lead. Carmona nearly responded moments…