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Team Goemkarponn DABOLIM: A 57-year-old woman lost her life after being hit by a vehicle near the AAI Terminal building at Dabolim on Saturday. Vasco police have registered a case against the driver, who was later released on bail. According to police, the incident occurred on the morning of June 7 when the accused, identified as Manju Naiker (34), a resident of Quepem, was driving a Sumo Grand vehicle in a rash and negligent manner while proceeding from Shantinagar junction towards Vales junction. Near the AAI Terminal building, the vehicle reportedly struck pedestrian Anjana Adel, a resident of Shantinagar and…

I write to express deep concern over the ongoing environmental and public health crisis in Agassaim village, where illegal sewage discharge has contaminated nearly 60% of the agricultural fields. Residents are forced to live amidst a foul stench, and crops are being destroyed by the toxic wastewater—posing a direct threat to food safety and livelihoods. Even more alarming is that this untreated sewage eventually finds its way into the Zuari River, one of Goa’s most vital water bodies. This not only endangers marine life and fisheries but also has long-term implications for the broader ecosystem and drinking water sources downstream.…

As the Narendra Modi-led government marks one year of its third term, Goa has undoubtedly witnessed a new wave of developmental activity. Strategic infrastructure projects, renewed emphasis on connectivity, tourism revival, and digital innovation have reshaped the narrative of progress in the state. The Centre and the BJP-led state government have worked in tandem to fast-track several long-pending projects. Yet, beneath the surface of visible progress, critical and long-standing issues remain unresolved – issues that strike at the heart of Goa’s identity, ecology, and sustainable future. For Modi 3.0 to leave a lasting legacy in Goa, it must address these…

BAMBOLIM: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane, during a surprise visit to Goa Medical College (GMC) in Bambolim, ordered the immediate suspension of Chief Medical Officer Dr Rudresh Kuttikar for allegedly misbehaving with members of the public. The action underscores the government’s zero-tolerance approach towards negligence and misconduct in the health sector. “There needs to be a reshuffle of doctors,” Rane stated, expressing concern over the functioning of the hospital. He emphasized that patient care and public service must remain the top priority. The Minister also revealed plans to strengthen the healthcare system in Goa through a new deployment scheme. Under this…

New Delhi: India’s javelin ace and reigning world champion, Neeraj Chopra, is set to make a much-anticipated return to the Paris Diamond League 2025 on June 20 at the Stade Sebastien-Charlety, as per Olympics.com. This marks his second Diamond League appearance of the season, following his season-opener in Doha. Chopra last competed in the Paris leg of the prestigious series back in 2017, where he finished fifth with a throw of 84.67m. That event was won by Germany’s Johannes Vetter, who launched the javelin to 88.74m. Neeraj was expected to participate in the 2024 edition but opted out to focus…

New Delhi: What began as a historic celebration for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) following their maiden IPL title win turned into a tragedy, claiming 11 lives and injuring nearly 50 others. The massive crowd that gathered outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to welcome the team after their 18-year wait for the trophy was caught in a stampede, raising serious concerns about crowd management and event planning. In connection with the incident, Bengaluru police arrested four individuals, including Nikhil Sosale, a senior marketing official of RCB. Sosale was taken into custody early Thursday morning at Kempegowda International Airport while he was…

New Delhi: As India prepares to begin a new era in Test cricket under captain Shubman Gill, the team is set to face England starting June 20 at Headingley. This series marks India’s first major assignment following the retirements of iconic players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, with 25-year-old Gill stepping up as the new captain. Speaking ahead of the tour, Gill expressed both excitement and readiness for the responsibility. “When I came to know there was an opportunity to captain the Test team, it was overwhelming. Having said that, it’s a big responsibility. Looking forward to this great challenge…