Author: Team Admin

New Delhi: In a significant political maneuver, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has thrown his weight behind the newly formed AIADMK-BJP alliance in Tamil Nadu, vowing to unseat the ruling DMK government. This move is pivotal for both parties, as the AIADMK rejoins the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) following a brief separation. PM Modi’s optimism stems from the potential synergies between the AIADMK’s local stronghold and the BJP’s national influence, aiming to propel Tamil Nadu to greater heights of prosperity and preserve its cultural uniqueness. On April 12, PM Modi expressed his enthusiasm about the AIADMK’s decision to join the NDA.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a major crackdown on illegal betting, Panaji Police have busted an IPL betting racket, arresting four individuals involved in accepting bets on the ongoing IPL match between Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings. The operation unfolded in the early hours of April 12, 2025, at Hotel Fidalgo, Panaji, Goa, where the accused were caught red-handed. The arrested individuals have been identified as Manishkumar Krishnani (39), Gopalbai Kokra (45), Sandeep Panjwani (30), and Jitendra Karmani (36), all hailing from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The police seized six mobile phones, a laptop, and other accessories worth approximately ₹4.1 lakh from…

Kolkata: As the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 fuels nationwide unrest, West Bengal has emerged as a focal point of resistance against the legislation. In the Murshidabad district, a surge in violent protests has led to heightened security measures, underscoring the deepening divide over the new law. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, introduced in early April, has sparked widespread opposition from Muslim organizations across the country, with protests escalating into violent clashes in West Bengal. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill was recently tabled in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on April 2 and 3, respectively, and quickly gained momentum as it received…

Team Goemkarponn Bicholim: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has highlighted the growing popularity of rural tourism over traditional beach tourism, citing its ability to offer visitors mental peace, a natural environment, and meaningful experiences. He called on the youth to take initiative in transforming their ancestral lands into rural tourism hubs. “Tourism centred in rural areas is seeing greater demand among both Indian and foreign tourists. It offers calm, satisfaction, and an authentic connection with nature,” Sawant said. He encouraged young Goans to leverage government schemes and contribute to tourism-led development in villages, which he said would also create local employment…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: With local markets increasingly flooded by imported cashew nuts falsely marketed as Goan produce, the State government is hopeful of securing a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Goa’s native cashew nuts by next month—a move that could help protect the authenticity of the state’s iconic agricultural product. Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC) chairperson Deviya Rane said efforts are in full swing to obtain the GI tag, which would allow the government to clamp down on the misleading sale of non-Goan cashews as locally grown. Rane has been actively following up with the Department of Science and Technology…

New Delhi: A severe dust storm tore through Delhi on Friday evening, marking a chaotic end to the week at the city’s major airport. Hundreds of flights were impacted, highlighting the vulnerability of air travel to unpredictable weather conditions. The storm not only crippled flight operations but also left a trail of damage across the city, affecting power supplies and leading to the fall of trees and other debris. Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport experienced its most significant disruptions in recent months. Over 200 flights were delayed, and at least 50 were diverted due to the adverse weather conditions. This…

New Delhi: In a significant development in the quest for justice for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian national, is being interrogated by India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA). Rana, who has been extradited from the United States, is linked to Sajid Mir, a designated global terrorist involved in the 26/11 attacks. The interrogation marks a crucial step in unraveling the complex web of conspirators behind one of India’s deadliest terrorist attacks. The questioning of Rana unfolded in a high-security chamber at the NIA headquarters in Delhi, where he initially remained uncooperative. Rana hails from Chichawatni,…