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Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Monday assured the people of Bhoma that the proposed highway project will not endanger the village temple, houses, or the pond, addressing concerns that had sparked unrest among residents in recent days. Speaking after an on-site presentation of the highway alignment to the villagers, Sawant said, “The people of Bhoma have been misled by someone. The temple, most houses, and the village pond are completely safe. Only four houses need to be removed for the project, and the government will provide land and assistance to rebuild for those affected.” He further added…

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, during her visit to San Francisco, reaffirmed India’s commitment to reducing its fiscal deficit to below 4.5% by 2026. Speaking to the Indian diaspora in the US, Sitharaman outlined the government’s ongoing efforts to manage the fiscal deficit, which had increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We set clear targets in 2021 to manage our fiscal deficit, and since then, we have consistently followed year-on-year goals. Our aim is to bring it down below 4.5% by 2026, and we are on track to achieve this,” said Sitharaman. She also highlighted the recognition India is receiving…

New Delhi: Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Hardik Pandya was straightforward in his assessment after his team’s dominant win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK), calling the target of 175-180 “below-par.” Pandya praised the match-winning partnership between Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, whose explosive performances helped MI cruise to a nine-wicket victory. With the win, MI moved up to sixth place in the points table. “We knew it was going to be a high-scoring game, and we took calculated risks. The way Rohit and Surya batted was a relief for all of us. You don’t have to worry about Rohit’s form. When…

New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed its annual central contracts for the Indian men’s cricket team for the 2024-25 season, with several key players retaining their positions in the top categories. Despite their retirement from T20Is last year, senior cricketers Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja have been retained in the highest grade, A+. Jasprit Bumrah joins the trio in this prestigious category, with the BCCI handing contracts to a total of 34 players for the upcoming season. The Grade A category sees the inclusion of six players: KL Rahul, Mohammed Siraj,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Young filmmakers from Goa are increasingly making their presence felt on the international stage, showcasing the state’s rich culture and creativity through their films. Among these emerging talents is Rameez Shaikh, a budding filmmaker from Mapusa, Goa, who is currently pursuing a Mass Communication degree at Don Bosco College, Panjim. Rameez has earned widespread recognition for his short film The Awakening, which tackles the theme of apathy and society’s disregard for pressing environmental issues. The film has received considerable acclaim, winning the South Asia Regional Winner Award at the Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival 2024, held…

Team Goemkarponn DONAPAULA: An elderly couple from a reputed business family in Dona Paula endured a terrifying ordeal early Sunday morning when three armed robbers broke into their bungalow, tied them up, and looted valuables from their home. The robbery occurred between 12:00 AM and 4:00 AM, police said. The intruders, armed with daggers, reportedly gained access to the property by assaulting the security guard stationed at the entrance. Once inside, the robbers entered the couple’s bedroom, where the 77-year-old man and his 71-year-old wife were asleep. They were tied to their bed while the suspects ransacked the house, fleeing…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Directorate of Fire & Emergency Services, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Porvorim, successfully organized the Goa Fire Run 2025 on the morning of 20th April 2025 at 06:30 hrs. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from citizens across Goa, reinforcing the importance of fitness, public safety awareness, and community engagement. The Goa Fire Run, now an annual event, aims to raise awareness about fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and the invaluable role of first responders. Participants included individuals from diverse backgrounds – students, professionals, senior citizens, athletes, and volunteers – all united by a shared commitment…