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Team Goemkarponn CURTORIM: In a significant crackdown on motorcycle theft, the Maina Curtorim police have successfully recovered three stolen Yamaha motorcycles and apprehended two suspects from Kirbhat-Nuvem and Ambaji-Margao. This operation unfolded following a complaint filed on March 27 by a resident of Rumbordem, Curtorim, who reported the theft of his Yamaha motorcycle, which had been parked near his house. Notably, a child in conflict with the law was also involved and has been sent to Apna Ghar in Merces for appropriate care. The investigation, led by PSI Sanket S. Naik under the guidance of PI Arun A. Gauns Dessai,…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Shree Mallikarjun Higher Secondary School of Science, Arts, and Commerce, Char Rasta, has achieved a remarkable success in the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) Class XII Examinations, reaffirming its reputation as a center of academic excellence. With an impressive 97% success rate in Science, a flawless 100% in Arts, and a commendable 96% in Commerce, the school has once again set high standards for education in the region. In the Science stream, where 61 students appeared and 59 passed, Anamika Kumari emerged as the topper with 85.66%, followed by Sujal Chandrakant Gaonkar (80.66%)…

Team Goemkarponn SANKHALI: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant highlighting the importance of organic manure appealed to the farmers to start investing in organic manure business. He said organic manure has numerous benefits for the environment, human health, and the economy. The Government will purchase organic manure and will supply again to needy farmers at subsidised rate said Chief Minister. Chief Minister was speaking after inaugurating Buyer Seller Meet 2025 at Ravindra Bhavan, Sankhali. The two days meet is organised by Directorate of Agriculture in association with Agricultural Technology Management Agency, North and Agriculture Office, Sankhali. Present on the occasion were…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services is implementing 30 days “Foot & Mouth Disease Control Programme (FMD-CP) under National Animal Disease Control Programme (6th Round)” a Government of India Scheme from April 01, 2025. The vaccination is to eradicate Foot & Mouth Disease which is highly contagious disease. It causes economic losses in milk production, draught power, growth and reproduction in animals The efforts are being made to vaccinate all the cattle and buffalo population including stray animals. Pre and post vaccination sera samples will be collected from selected villages, as per the list provided…

Team Goemkarponn Keri: In a bold move to combat animal cruelty and illegal transportation, the Valpoi Police have arrested two individuals for their involvement in smuggling buffaloes across the border. This incident unfolded on March 28, 2025, at 3:30 pm at the Keri Border Check Post, where alert police officers intercepted a suspicious vehicle, uncovering a shocking case of animal mistreatment. The operation, led by Shri Devanand Gawade and Home Guard Shailesh Gaonkar, successfully intercepted a white Tata DI Pickup bearing registration number KA-26-A-1792. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the vehicle was carrying two she-buffaloes, two she-calf buffaloes, and…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: The second meeting of the State Consumer Protection Council was held under the Chairmanship of Minister for Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Ravi Naik, at Mantralaya, Porvorim. Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, Secretary, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs underscored the collective responsibility in upholding and safeguarding consumer rights, emphasizing the need for every department to contribute actively in this endeavour. The meeting deliberated on the proposed initiatives to strengthen consumer protection in Goa wherein a range of valuable suggestions emerged during the meeting. One key focus area was the enacting of Goa State Consumer Protection Rules, to finalise direct…

Team Goemkarponn Margao: Margao witnessed a significant protest in front of the Margao Municipal Council (MMC) building, as citizens and traders gathered to voice their opposition to the proposed hike in taxes and fees. Led by Congress leader Savio Coutinho, the gathering included prominent figures from both the Congress and Goa Forward parties, such as Orville Rodrigues and Dilip Prabhudesai. The protest highlighted the widespread discontent over the allegedly misleading claims by MMC Chairperson Damodar Shirodkar that the increase was limited to 20%, when in reality, many residents face hikes ranging from 60% to 550%. Savio Coutinho sharply criticized the…