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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a move aimed at improving sanitation and promoting efficient waste handling, the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) has announced the rollout of the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026, introducing tighter norms for residents, institutions and commercial establishments in the capital. The updated regulations, issued by the Union Ministry of Environment on January 27, will take effect from April 1, 2026. The framework is expected to bring in a more structured and technology-backed approach to waste management across the city. One of the major highlights of the new rules is compulsory segregation of waste…

Team Goemkarponn NAVELIM: Senior officials conducted an inspection at the Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim, in connection with preparations for the bye-election to the 21 Ponda Assembly Constituency. The inspection was carried out in the presence of IGP Goa Police Keshav Ram Chaurasia, District Election Officer South Goa Egna Cleetus, SP South Goa, SP (Election) and nodal officers. During the visit, the team reviewed arrangements for the strong room, control rooms and counting hall to ensure all necessary preparations are in place for the counting process. Officials assessed security measures and logistical arrangements at the venue and emphasized adherence to…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: Chief Electoral Officer Sanjay Goel and South Goa Collector & District Election Officer Egna Cleetus convened a meeting with nodal officers to review law and order and overall preparedness for the bye-election to the 21-Ponda Assembly Constituency. The meeting, attended by senior officials including ADM (Law & Order), SP South, SP (Election), DySP and representatives of various departments, was informed that adequate security arrangements are in place. Two Additional District Magistrates have already been appointed, while Flying Squad Teams, Static Surveillance Teams and Sector Magistrates have been deployed. Officials also stated that no vulnerable or critical polling…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Minister Nilkanth Halarnkar inaugurated the Mission Rabies Model Village Project at Colvale, launching a targeted initiative aimed at sustaining Goa’s near rabies-free status through community-driven interventions. The project seeks to create replicable, humane and scientific models for rabies prevention and animal welfare by transforming selected villages into rabies-safe and animal-friendly communities. Authorities said the initiative focuses on community ownership, dog population management and long-term behavioural change to prevent the fatal but avoidable zoonotic disease. Two panchayats — Colvale in North Goa and Velim in South Goa — have been selected for the pilot…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has reconstituted the State-level Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) following directions of the Supreme Court of India. As per the order, the Chief Electoral Officer will serve as Chairman of the committee. Members will include Director (M&C), PIB; IIS officer Nana Meshram; any observer appointed by the Election Commission of India; Deputy Director (News), Doordarshan Kendra; Shashin Rai as an independent citizen/journalist nominated by the Press Council of India; and Managing Director of Info Tech Corporation Ltd., Panaji, Praveen Volvotkar, as intermediary/social media expert. The Additional CEO/Joint CEO…

Team Goemkarponn DABOLIM: Residents of Prabhu Violetta in Dabolim continue to face hardship as fresh water supply cuts have further disrupted daily life in the already troubled residential complex, where a diarrhoea outbreak has forced many families to vacate their flats. The latest setback comes after the building management issued a notice on Tuesday announcing temporary suspension of water supply during specific hours to manage sewage overflow concerns. As per the notice issued by Prabhu Realtors , water supply is being cut from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM and again from 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM, leaving residents struggling to…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on World TB Day virtually joined the national launch of the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan – 100 Days Campaign led by Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda and reiterated Goa’s commitment to eliminating tuberculosis. Sawant said the campaign’s focus on early screening, timely diagnosis, complete treatment and Jan Bhagidari is a strong step towards achieving a TB-free India. He emphasized that Goa will actively contribute to the mission through intensified early detection, patient-centric care, awareness drives and strengthening of healthcare services. The Chief Minister also highlighted that provisions in the Goa Budget 2026–27…