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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has uncovered a massive land scam in Goa, leading to the seizure of property documents and assets valued at over Rs. 1,600 Crore. On April 24 and 25, 2025, ED officials carried out search operations across multiple locations in the state under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, targeting individuals involved in a large-scale conspiracy to illegally appropriate land. The investigation pinpointed Rohan Harmalkar as the key mastermind of the scam. Harmalkar, along with several associates, orchestrated a complex scheme to illegally acquire land from rightful owners using fraudulent tactics…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a decisive move to ensure public health and uphold food safety standards, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) conducted rigorous inspections across Bardez and Pernem talukas in Goa. The inspections resulted in immediate action against several businesses involved in unhygienic practices and violations of food safety regulations. Two snack manufacturing units and a bakery were ordered to shut down due to unsanitary conditions and non-compliance with food safety norms. Additionally, a restaurant in Parra was directed to suspend its operations pending further investigations. One of the most significant findings during the inspections was the discovery of…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a move aimed at strengthening its grassroots presence, the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) on Friday announced the appointment of five new Block Presidents for North Goa. The appointments were approved by the GPCC President as part of the party’s broader organizational restructuring initiative. According to a press release issued by the GPCC, this step is intended to energize the party’s base and enhance its outreach at the block level. “We extend our best wishes to the newly appointed Block Presidents. We are confident they will uphold the values of the Indian National Congress and work…

Team Goemkarponn OLD GOA: In a major drug bust, Old Goa Police arrested two individuals on Friday evening near the Railway Over Bridge at Mollar, Corlim in Tiswadi, Goa. The arrests were made following a tip-off about illegal drug possession in the area. The accused have been identified as Niraj Kumar (38) originally from Haspura, Aurangabad in Bihar and currently residing at a hotel in Marcel, and Upendra Ram (40), a resident of Bicholim, native of Saran Jalapur, Bihar. Police caught the duo red-handed with a combined 2.035 kilograms of Ganja—1.020 kg with Kumar and 1.015 kg with Ram—valued at…

Team Goemkarponn OLD GOA: In a strong show of force aimed at maintaining law and order, Old Goa Police launched an intensive combing operation across multiple areas including Indiranagar-Chimbel, other parts of Chimbel, Merces, and Santa Cruz. As part of the operation, police rounded up 252 individuals. Of these, 21 were arrested under preventive sections, while 12 others were booked under the Stranger Roll and other preventive actions. The operation was conducted as a precautionary measure to counter potential threats and ensure the safety and security of residents in these areas. Senior police officials stated that such drives help in…

Team Goemkarponn ANJUNA: A 35-year-old unidentified man, referred to only as Ujwal, succumbed to injuries sustained in a hit-and-run incident that occurred in December last year near the Burger Factory, in front of Disco Singh Restaurant in Anjuna. According to police reports, the accident took place on the night of December 7, 2024, at approximately 10:43 PM. CCTV footage from the area shows that a two-wheeler—believed to be a Hero Honda Splendour—was speeding from Starco Junction towards Tito’s Anjuna when it struck the pedestrian who was crossing the road. The rider, who remains unidentified, fled the scene without reporting the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A specialized training program on animal cruelty laws and legal response mechanisms was successfully conducted by Meet Ashar, Cruelty Response Legal Advisor and Associate Director of PETA India, for the officers of the DSPCA South. The session aimed to enhance awareness and equip officers with legal tools to tackle cruelty cases effectively. The workshop saw the active participation of Executive Secretary Virginia Simoes, Mr. Amol Satoskar, Mr. Raj Pratik, Mr. Soham Naik, Miss Kelly Menezes, and Miss Darshana Wadekar. The initiative marks a significant step towards strengthening animal protection enforcement in the region.