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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa’s Environment and Law Minister Aleixo Sequeira has been admitted to a hospital in Delhi, with family sources confirming that the visit is part of an “annual comprehensive health check-up.” However, the sudden nature of the hospitalisation and a quick visit by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Sunday have sparked speculation over the minister’s health condition within political circles in the state. While Sequeira’s family has maintained that there is no cause for concern and that the check-up was pre-planned, the Chief Minister’s unexpected trip to the national capital raised eyebrows, fueling rumours about the minister’s health…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out extensive search operations at nine locations across Delhi, Noida, and Goa as part of an ongoing investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The searches were conducted at the premises of M/s Bhasin Infotech and Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., M/s Grand Venezia Commercial Towers Pvt. Ltd., and their key personnel, ED officials confirmed. During the operation, the agency reportedly seized a significant amount of incriminating documents, digital evidence, bank locker keys, and ₹30 lakh in cash. Furthermore, several suspected bank accounts have been identified and frozen pending further investigation.…

NITIN V. RAIKER, DIRECTOR, Directorate of Fire & Emergency Services, Bsc, LLB, MA (Socio.), ADFE, NFSC(Nagpur), Gold Medallist, FI Fire (UK), TOT, USAR & MFR (UK). National Fire Service Day 2025 Emphasizes the Urgency of Fire Safety Awareness and Preparedness India observes National Fire Service Day every year on April 14th to pay tribute to the courageous firefighters who lost their lives in the Bombay Dock Explosion of 1944. This solemn day not only commemorates their valour but also serves as a powerful reminder of the critical importance of fire safety awareness, preparedness, and prevention strategies in today’s fast-evolving urban…

Team Goemkarponn CORLIM: TCP Minister Vishwajit Rane reaffirmed that no construction activity will be permitted within 200 metres of the heritage churches in Old Goa, asserting that a buffer zone has already been notified in the Regional Plan. Speaking at a large-scale medical camp at the ITI Montfort Institute in Corlim, Rane took a moment to address the Old Goa issue, saying the matter was brought to his department’s notice by MLA Rajesh Faldessai. “We have clearly demarcated and notified a 200-metre buffer zone around the churches. No private construction will be allowed in this area,” Rane stated, urging the…

SURAJ NANDREKAR As the monsoon season approaches in Goa, the anxiety levels among residents of Saligao are rising. Everyone remembers the chaos that unfolded last year during the 2024 monsoon, turning the picturesque village and its surroundings into a nightmare of flooded streets and traffic snarls. Unfortunately, as we move into 2025, it seems the situation is poised to worsen, largely due to the questionable planning of local authorities. For those unfamiliar with the geography of this charming Goan village, Saligao is nestled in the Bardez taluka, surrounded by lush greenery and serene landscapes. However, the beauty of Saligao is…

The rich cultural tapestry of Goa, woven with its unique heritage, is often showcased through the vibrant performances at Kala Academy, the state’s premier institution for the arts. However, recent events have cast a shadow over this beloved venue, particularly due to allegations of mismanagement and corruption in ongoing repair works costing nearly Rs 50 crore. While the state government and the appointed committee investigate these wrongdoings, immediate action is essential to restore the institution’s former glory and support the many Goan artists whose livelihoods are tied to its success. The incident that transpired last Sunday, where a power failure…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Government has issued an interim attachment order under the Goa Protection of Investors and Depositors Act, 2018, attaching 7 properties and multiple bank accounts belonging to Myron Rodrigues, his wife ex Sunita Rodrigues, and present wife Deepali Parab. This action is in connection with the alleged 100 crore investment scam wherein investors were duped of their hard earned money. The properties and bank accounts attached are suspected to be proceeds of crime, acquired through the alleged investment scam. The alleged investment scam involves collecting investments from various individuals and promising high returns. The attachment order…