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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Vehicular movement across Patto Bridge came to a halt from 10:00 AM on April 11 through April 14, 2025, as authorities undertook crucial repairs on the bridge’s expansion joints. As a result, traffic heading into Panaji was rerouted near Kaju Darbar via the Old Patto Bridge, causing noticeable delays and congestion. This isn’t the first time the bridge has undergone maintenance. In a previous instance in November 2024, overnight closures were enforced for similar repairs, which led to long traffic jams during morning hours. Motorists are encouraged to monitor traffic updates and consider alternate routes during such…

Team Goemkarponn VALPOI: A 32-year-old man lost his life in an alleged shooting incident during a hunting trip in the forests of Sattari, marking the second such fatality in the area in recent months. The deceased has been identified as Hemant Desai, a resident of Advoi in Sattari. Hemant was reportedly on a hunting expedition accompanied by another individual, Abhijit Desai, when the incident occurred. Valpoi police have since detained Abhijit for questioning as part of their ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. This incident echoes a similar tragedy that took place in December last year, when another…

Team Goemkarponn Mandrem: In a shocking turn of events in Goa, a young woman’s trust was betrayed by a friend who allegedly committed forceful sexual intercourse under the guise of a future marriage. The incident, which occurred from June 2024 to December 2024 at a guest house in Mandrem, was reported to the Mandrem Police Station on April 10, 2025. The complainant, a 29-year-old, claimed that 25-year-old Avinash Vaydande, whom she befriended, took advantage of her trust and left her pregnant. The police have registered a case under relevant sections of law and are conducting further investigations under the supervision…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: In a bid to streamline traffic flow and tackle the persistent parking chaos in Vasco, the Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) has introduced a pay parking system in select key locations around the city. The new system covers areas near the MMC building and the Vasco post office, where both private and commercial four-wheelers — including rent-a-car and rent-a-bike vehicles — will now be charged Rs 20 for the first hour and Rs 15 for every subsequent hour. Speaking to reporters, MMC Chairperson Girish Borkar said the council had passed a resolution to implement pay parking around 10…

Team Goemkarponn SADA: Panic gripped the Institute of Maritime Studies in Sada after several students reportedly suffered food poisoning, allegedly after consuming chicken biryani served on campus. According to sources, the students began complaining of severe stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, and loose motions shortly after the meal. While some were rushed for medical checkups, others had to be admitted to a private hospital in Vasco. “The incident sparked alarm among students and parents. We have received complaints that biryani served in the institute could be the cause. Some students had to be hospitalised, but they are currently stable and under…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Police have booked a Siolim-based landlord for failing to report the stay of Israeli national Yaniv Benaim alias Atala, who was recently arrested with drugs worth ₹8.7 lakh. Param Varty (36), the landlord, allegedly rented out his studio apartment to Atala without submitting the mandatory ‘C’ form to the Anjuna Police — a legal requirement when accommodating foreign nationals. A complaint in this regard was lodged by Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) DySP Nerlon Albuquerque. According to DySP Albuquerque, all property owners, including those running hotels or guest houses, must inform the local police about the presence…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Shet Tanavade has confirmed that the Scheduled Tribes (ST) Bill will be tabled for discussion and approval during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament. Speaking on Thursday, Tanavade explained that the Bill could not be taken up in the recently concluded Parliament session due to a busy agenda, which included the passage of several significant legislations. Among them was the Waqf Board Bill, which was prioritized and passed as it dealt with pressing national concerns. “The ST Bill is no less important,” Tanavade emphasized. “There were no objections raised against it, and I…