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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa’s Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has reiterated the urgent need for a taxi aggregator platform in the state, stressing that embracing technology is essential to improving both tourism and local transport services. “There is a need for an aggregator. Taxi owners are the biggest ambassadors — they should support tourism,” said Khaunte, adding, “Those who say we don’t want technology regarding app-based taxis — I do not agree with them, and that’s my personal opinion. The world is adopting technology.” Highlighting the launch of the ‘Goa Taxi’ app as a step forward, the minister emphasized that the…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: In light of recurring drowning incidents during the monsoon season, the District Magistrate of South Goa has issued an order prohibiting swimming, bathing, or entering waterfalls, abandoned quarries, rivers, lakes, and other similar natural water bodies across the district with immediate effect and until further orders. The decision follows a series of fatal mishaps reported from these popular natural sites, which attract both locals and tourists, particularly during the rainy season. The administration has cited grave public safety concerns as the reason for enforcing the ban. Violators of the order will be liable for punishment under Section…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant on Monday received a cheque of ₹86.20 lakh as dividend and ₹4.35 crore as proceeds of interest on land acquisition from EDC Limited. The presentation took place in the presence of Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Shet Tanavade. Expressing appreciation, the Chief Minister congratulated EDC Limited and its entire staff for their continued growth and impactful contributions toward promoting entrepreneurship and economic development in Goa. He lauded the institution for playing a key role in transforming the lives of the youth by fostering a supportive ecosystem for business and innovation. EDC Limited, the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant attended and addressed the Sankalp Se Siddhi workshop held at the BJP Goa Headquarters to commemorate 11 successful years of the Modi Government. The event was graced by BJP National General Secretary Dushyant Kumar Gautam, BJP Goa President Damu Naik, Cabinet Ministers, Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Shet Tanavade, Narendra Sawaikar, MLAs, senior BJP office bearers, and dedicated karyakartas The workshop highlighted the remarkable achievements of the Double Engine Sarkar under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Discussions also focused on the roadmap to achieving the ambitious goals of Viksit Bharat…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Governor P. S. Sreedharan Pillai in his fourth round of “Khushal Kalyan Yatra” visited Parcem in Pernem, Kasarpal in Bicholim, Valpoi and Betim in Bardez taluka in North Goa today. First Lady of Goa Smt. Rita Sreedharan Pillai accompanied the Governor. The Governor began his yatra by visiting Shree Bhagwati Temple in Parcem Pernem. Shri Praveen Arlekar, MLA welcomed him. On behalf of Shree Bhagwati Temple, Shri Anand Rao Dessai, Treasurer and Manguish Desai, Shamsundar Naik Desai, Surendra Desai offered bouquet of flowers to the Governor. On arrival,  the Governor Shri P.S. Sreedharan Pillai and First…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has been ranked the number one state in the country in terms of citizens’ ability to report cybercrime, according to a recent survey by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The state’s top ranking is credited to a comprehensive and sustained cyber awareness initiative led by the Cyber Crime Police Station, Goa. Over the past year, more than one lakh people across Goa have been sensitized about various forms of cyber threats through targeted outreach programs. These sessions, conducted by cyber police and local station staff, covered topics such as online safety, OTP and UPI…

By Rahul Prabhu Mhambre The issue of introducing an app for taxicars in Goa has been simmering for years. It’s a complex matter, and there’s no simple answer to whether or not such an app should be implemented. What is indisputable, however, is the loyalty of Goa’s traditional taxi drivers. Over the years, they’ve built lasting relationships with their clientele, and notably, there have been no significant incidents reported that would suggest tourists are unsafe using their services. In fact, many tourists plan their travel around the availability of their trusted taxi drivers—a testament to the deep trust developed over…