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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a bid to revive Goa’s declining cashew industry, the Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC) has announced plans to rejuvenate 280 hectares of cashew plantations this year, with a larger goal of covering an additional 1,500 hectares over the next two years. GFDC Chairperson Deviya Rane said the initiative is crucial to boosting productivity and preserving the State’s rich cashew heritage. Cashew yields in Goa currently stand at approximately 430 kg per hectare, significantly below the national average of 750 kg. Rane attributed this downward trend to the erosion of traditional farming methods and a widespread lack…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A tourist suffered spinal injuries while boarding a tourist boat off Baina beach and was administered immediate medical attention, while a six-year-old Russian girl was provided first aid by lifesavers after she was scratched by a stray dog at Betalbatim beach over the long Easter weekend. The weekend saw two single rescues by Drishti Marine lifesavers, while they also administered medical assistance and first aid in five instances and reunited two missing children with their guardians. Baina beach: A male was boarding a tourist boat off the beach, when he injured his spine in the process. After…

By Sandeep Heble Let’s face it – Housie runs in our Goan blood. Whether it’s birthdays, weddings, family gatherings, church feasts, tiatrs, or those fun fundraising nights – it’s always there! All you need is one MC, a caller, some chart paper, lucky numbers… and just like that – the evening is lit! So why ban something that brings people together and raises money for a good cause? Even GFA President Caetano Fernandes had to step in when South Goa tried to ban it. He met the CM and explained how Housie helps football clubs keep going. It’s not gambling…

In recent years, Goa Police has garnered an alarming reputation due to the alleged involvement of some personnel in various drug-related controversies. The notorious police-politicians-drugs nexus, especially highlighted by the tragic case of British teenager Scarlett’s rape and murder in 2010-11, has raised significant questions regarding the integrity of the state’s law enforcement. Among the names that surfaced during these investigations is Police Inspector Sunil Gudlar, currently stationed at the Konkan Railway police station. His recent activities have reignited the public’s concern over the accountability and integrity of those sworn to protect the people. On Monday, Gudlar was caught by…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: In a major corruption bust, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) of the Goa Police raided the Konkan Railway (KR) police station after allegations of bribery surfaced. During the operation, ACB officials recovered Rs 25,000 from a police officer’s cabin. According to ACB sources, officers at the KR police station allegedly summoned a meat trader from Karnataka after seizing a consignment of beef. They reportedly demanded a bribe of Rs 2 lakh, claiming they had evidence linking the trader to the shipment. The officers told the trader that they would release him and allow him to continue his business…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a groundbreaking collaboration, Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida, USA, has partnered with Goa Medical College (GMC) to elevate cardiac care in the state. The partnership introduces advanced medical procedures, including Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), providing Goans with access to specialized heart treatments right at home. Previously, patients requiring such advanced procedures would have to travel outside Goa, incurring not only significant financial and time-related burdens but also emotional stress. With this partnership, these patients can now undergo world-class, minimally invasive cardiac procedures without the need for travel. “This partnership is a game-changer for the…

Team Goemkarponn GANGTOK: Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Shet Tanavade is currently on a study tour of Sikkim, engaging with key stakeholders and attending high-level discussions aimed at enhancing regulatory frameworks and development initiatives in the region. During his visit, Tanavade held meetings with representatives from the Power and Energy sector, local banks, the Tourism and Aviation departments, the Sikkim Renewable Energy Development Agency (SREDA), and officials from both the Government of India and the Government of Sikkim. The discussions focused on sectoral growth, challenges, and collaborative efforts for sustainable development. A significant highlight of the visit was his participation in…