Author: Team Admin

“The problem is not just law enforcement. It is the casual normalisation of disorder in high-tourist zones. Loud arguments, intimidation, minor scuffles. These are often dismissed as routine. Until one day, they are not. Beach shacks are not peripheral to Goa’s image. They are its most visible face. If that face turns hostile, the damage travels far beyond a single incident. Visitors do not separate one shack from another. They carry back a single impression of Goa. There is also a deeper failure at play. Regulation exists, but largely on paper. Monitoring is reactive. Action comes after violence, not before…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Petrol pumps across Goa witnessed an unusual surge in demand, with long queues forming as residents rushed to refuel amid fears of a possible fuel shortage linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. At a fuel station near Caranzalem beach, daily footfall—typically around 200 vehicles—doubled to nearly 400 within just a few hours of the day. Similar scenes were reported from other parts of Panaji and beyond, with motorists lining up in large numbers. Fuel station staff clarified that there has been no change in fuel prices, with petrol being sold at Rs 96 per litre…

Team Goemkarponn MULGAON: Villagers of Mulgaon have issued a stern warning of a mass agitation against the proposed Vedanta mining project, giving the Bicholim Deputy Collector a seven-day deadline to correct the official minutes of a key meeting held with Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant on March 12. A crucial meeting of villagers was held at the Shridevi Kelbai Temple in Mulgaon on Wednesday evening, where strong resentment was expressed over the alleged failure of authorities to record the Chief Minister’s directives in the meeting minutes. The villagers said the omission undermines their concerns and demands discussed during the interaction.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Terming the Curchorem scandal as “very sensitive,” Goa Director General of Police Alok Kumar said the case has been handed over to the Crime Branch to ensure a professional probe. He stated that protecting the identity of the minor victim remains the top priority, adding that the Crime Branch has the required expertise and resources to handle the investigation effectively and with due sensitivity. Alok Kumar said the transfer of the case aims to ensure a thorough and confidential investigation, considering the seriousness of the matter. He assured that the probe will be conducted in a professional…

Team Goemkarponn FATORDA: Goa Forward Chief Questions Change From Proposed 27 Wards, Seeks Transparency In Poll Process Margao: Goa Forward Party chief Vijai Sardesai has raised concerns over the reduction in the number of wards in the Margao Municipal Council, alleging misuse of power by the government. Referring to a recent gazetted notification, Sardesai pointed out that the number of wards has been brought down to 24 from the existing 25, despite an earlier decision to increase them to 27. He questioned the rationale behind the sudden change and accused the government of taking unilateral decisions without keeping the opposition…

Team Goemkarponn OLDGOA: The Basilica of Bom Jesus will remain closed for tourists and other visitors from the morning of April 2 until 11 am on April 5 on account of religious services during the Holy Week Triduum. In a statement, Rector Fr Patricio Fernandes, SJ, said liturgical services for the Catholic community will be conducted during the sacred Paschal Triduum, and all services will be held in English. On Maundy Thursday (April 2), the Lord’s Supper liturgical service will begin at 5 pm. On Good Friday (April 3), the Passion of the Lord service will begin at 3 pm.…

New Delhi: Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi is responding well to treatment and remains under medical observation at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, according to hospital authorities on Thursday. The 79 year old leader was admitted to the hospital late on the night of March 24 after developing a fever. Doctors later diagnosed her with a systemic infection and began treatment with antibiotics. Hospital chairman Dr Ajay Swaroop said Gandhi is responding positively to the therapy and her condition is being closely monitored by a team of senior doctors. Medical staff are continuing to observe her health as a precaution. Sources…