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Team Goemkarponn BICHOLIM: In a visit to the Assonora Bypass project site, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant emphasized his government’s commitment to addressing local concerns while improving the region’s infrastructure. The bypass is designed to ease traffic congestion, a long-standing issue in the area. The project, valued at approximately ₹130 crore, is part of broader efforts to enhance connectivity and reduce travel times between Bardez and Bicholim talukas. At the site inspection, accompanied by Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Minister Nilkant Halarnkar, Principal Chief Engineer of PWD, local Sarpanch, and other officials, CM Sawant directed the Public Works Department (PWD) to engage…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: This year, 95.35 per cent of students cleared the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination conducted by the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE). In 2023, 92.38 per cent of students had cleared Board exams, while in 2024, it was 92.38 per cent. This year, a total of 18,838 regular students appeared for the Goa SSC examinations. Out of these, 9,280 were boys and 9,558 were girls. As an annual trend, the results saw girls outshining boys with an overall passing percentage of 95.71 per cent. On the other hand, 8814 boys cleared the assessment…

New Delhi: The price of cooking gas or domestic LPG cylinder has been hiked by Rs 50 per cylinder, Union Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Monday. The price has been increased for both subsidised and general category customers. “The price of 14.2 kg LPG will go on to increase from 500 to 550 under Ujwala and from 803 to 853 for non-Ujwala users,” said Mr Puri. Last week, the prices of commercial LPG gas cylinders were reduced by Rs 41. The price revision impacted restaurants, hotels and other commercial establishments that use these cylinders for daily operations. Earlier…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a recent review meeting chaired by the Chief Minister (CM), significant challenges facing the mining sector were discussed, with particular focus on the legal sand mining issue and the pending environmental clearances (ECs) for laterite mining projects. One of the primary concerns highlighted during the meeting was the legal sand mining issue, which remains stalled due to delays in obtaining the necessary Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance. The CM directed relevant departments to expedite the clearance process to ensure that sand mining activities can continue in compliance with environmental norms. Another critical issue brought up during…

Team Goemkarponn Margao: Whils launching Hotmixing of roads at Chandor on Monday, Cuncolim MLA Yuri Alemao assured the locals to make development pristinely. Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao said that hotmixing work at Chandor will mark a significant step towards enhancing transportation infrastructure. “This asphalting work will provide a safe and smooth ride for vehicular traffic, improving overall connectivity and facilitating easier travel. We are carrying out these works across the constituency, so people will not face issues during monsoon,” Alemao said. He said that Chandor has special importance and developing it as a heritage village will showcase Goa’s rich…

In a thrilling display of resilience and skill, Bengaluru FC secured a place in the Indian Super League (ISL) final for a record fourth time. This achievement came after a nail-biting semi-final tie against FC Goa, which the Blues won on aggregate despite losing the second leg 2-1. The turning point of the match was a stunning late header by Sunil Chhetri in added time, cementing his legendary status in Indian football. Bengaluru FC’s path to the final began with a crucial 2-0 win in the first leg, which ultimately decided the tie in their favor. However, it was the…

New Delhi: In a momentous occasion for Indian boxing, Hitesh scripted history by becoming the first Indian to clinch a gold medal at the World Boxing Cup in Brazil 2025. The achievement marked a significant milestone as the Indian boxing team secured a total of six medals, including one silver, in their debut at the Elite level international meet. The World Boxing Cup, held in Foz Do Iguacu, Brazil, witnessed a remarkable turn of events as Hitesh rose to the challenge in the 70kg category. His opponent, Odel Kamara of England, was unfortunately unable to compete due to injury, which…