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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Taking serious note of rising water pollution concerns, the High Court of Bombay at Goa has extended the ambit of its suo motu public interest litigation (PIL) on the Mala Lake fish mortality issue to include the River Mandovi. During the hearing, the Court expressed concern over significantly elevated levels of fecal coliform detected in the Mandovi, particularly in zones where offshore casinos and tourism-related vessels are stationed. Observing the potential health and environmental risks, the Court directed the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the river’s water quality. The GSPCB…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The North Goa Additional Sessions Court has refused bail to Saurabh Sahni, a 47-year-old from Lucknow, who was arrested by the Crime Branch for allegedly circulating a viral video showing the sexual harassment of a foreign woman. The case originated after the Goa Police’s Social Media Monitoring Cell flagged an objectionable clip that began spreading on Facebook. The video, said to have been shot in 2024 at Tito’s Lane in Baga, depicts a group of men surrounding a foreign national, making explicit advances and allegedly soliciting sexual services. Investigators carried out a technical probe which traced the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a major step towards inclusive urban development, the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) has proposed setting up a dedicated enrichment centre for neurodivergent children and young adults at Caranzalem Garden, with an estimated cost of ₹4 crore. The planned “Respite, Play and Enrichment Centre” is envisioned as a comprehensive support space catering to the developmental, recreational, and therapeutic needs of neurodivergent individuals. The facility will include specially designed sensory play zones, creative spaces for art and music activities, landscaped sensory gardens, and dedicated respite care rooms. In addition to recreational features, the centre will…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The long-awaited public consultation on Goa’s draft Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) 2019 has been delayed once again, with authorities citing incomplete submissions and lack of timely inputs from key departments. Officials indicated that several crucial components—required before the draft can be opened for public feedback—are still pending. These include detailed environmental management strategies for sensitive coastal regions, a comprehensive island management framework, and an eco-tourism plan. The responsibility for preparing these documents has been divided among different agencies. Scientific institutions have been tasked with environmental and island-related plans, while departments such as tourism and forests are…

New Delhi: A key international push to position India as a global innovation hub gained momentum with the Bharat Innovates roadshow held in Paris. The event serves as a precursor to the main Bharat Innovates 2026 summit scheduled to take place in June in Nice, bringing together startups, investors, and academic institutions from across the world. The initiative, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to showcase India’s rapidly growing deep tech ecosystem and strengthen global partnerships. The Paris roadshow saw participation from representatives of the Government of India, the Indian Embassy in France, industry bodies, and over 50 stakeholders…

New Delhi: India’s bronze medal performance at the Thomas Cup has sparked a wider conversation about recognition and promotion of the sport, after players expressed disappointment over the muted response to their achievement. Shortly after returning home, doubles star Satwiksairaj Rankireddy shared a social media post reflecting the team’s frustration over the lack of attention surrounding their campaign. His partner Chirag Shetty echoed the sentiment, amplifying concerns that such a major accomplishment had gone largely unnoticed. While acknowledging the support received from authorities over the years, senior shuttler HS Prannoy pointed out that the issue lies more with visibility and…

New Delhi: The race for the playoffs in Indian Premier League 2026 has taken a dramatic turn, with all ten teams still mathematically in contention as the league stage nears its conclusion. After a slow start, Chennai Super Kings have reignited their campaign, winning three of their last four matches to stay in the hunt. At the top of the table, Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru lead the standings with 13 and 12 points respectively, both having a game in hand over several rivals. Close behind are Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals, and Gujarat Titans, all tied on 12 points,…