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“The political dimension has only sharpened the scrutiny. The accused’s link to a councillor has inevitably led to speculation about influence. Whether or not such influence exists, the perception alone is damaging. In sensitive cases, even a hint of delay feeds suspicion. Institutions must therefore operate with a sense of urgency that leaves no room for doubt. The charges invoked, including provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act, reflect the gravity of the allegations. But legal sections alone do not define justice.” The transfer of the Curchorem sex scandal probe to the Crime Branch Goa, is…

Team Goemkarponn CURCHOREM: The high-profile sex scandal in Curchorem has now been transferred from the local police to the Crime Branch, as scrutiny intensifies over the handling of the case. Police have arrested Soham Sushant Naik, who is accused of circulating explicit videos linked to the scandal. Investigators are currently conducting an in-depth interrogation of the accused, who is being treated as the prime suspect. Authorities are also questioning several other individuals believed to be connected to the case, with officials stating that those summoned have been cooperating so far. Superintendent of Police Santosh Desai personally visited the Curchorem police…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party over the alleged sex scandal reported from Curchorem, accusing the party of protecting the accused and failing to ensure safety for women and minors. Reacting strongly to the allegations that the son of a BJP councillor sexually exploited around 30 minor girls over a period of three years, filmed them and blackmailed them, Kejriwal termed the incident “extremely repulsive” and said such acts have created fear among people in Goa. “What kind of demons are there in the BJP? In Goa, an extremely…

Team Goemkarponn MUMBAI: The main accused in the Gulistan Masjid murder case has been detained by authorities at Mumbai Airport upon his arrival from abroad, officials said. A Goa Police team has left for Mumbai to take the accused into custody. Further details regarding the arrest and transit are awaited. Sources indicated that the accused is also wanted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with another case. The case pertains to the killing of 40-year-old Ali Khan, Vice-President of the Sunni Gulistan Masjid in Gogol, Margao, in January 2026. The incident had sent shockwaves across the region and triggered…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The High Court of Bombay at Goa heard two petitions challenging the Ponda by-election scheduled to be held on April 9, with petitioners contending that the by-election is not required as the elected MLA will not get the mandatory minimum term of one year as provided under the law. During the hearing, counsel representing the Election Commission of India and the Chief Electoral Officer sought time to file their responses to the pleas. The petitioners argued that conducting the by-election at this stage would defeat the legal provision, as the remaining tenure of the Assembly would be…

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has ruled that denying Permanent Commission to women officers serving under Short Service Commission in the armed forces amounted to systemic discrimination. Delivering a significant judgment, the court invoked its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution of India to ensure what it described as complete justice. The decision came while hearing a batch of petitions, including one filed by Sucheta Edan and other officers, who challenged the denial of Permanent Commission following policy changes introduced in 2019 and earlier rulings of the Armed Forces Tribunal. Permanent Commission in the armed forces…

New Delhi: The Union government has dismissed reports suggesting that oil marketing companies may begin supplying only 10 kilograms of cooking gas in standard 14.2 kilogram domestic LPG cylinders. Officials clarified that such claims are speculative and urged consumers not to believe rumours circulating amid concerns over supply disruptions. Responding to the reports, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas Sujata Sharma said there was no official decision or explanation regarding the proposal. She described the claims as “highly speculative” and assured that the supply of domestic LPG cylinders across the country remains stable. The clarification comes…