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New Delhi: In the heart of India’s economic landscape, February marked a significant moment for the manufacturing sector, as growth dipped to a 14-month low. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 56.3, down from January’s 57.7. Despite this decline, the sector remained firmly in expansionary territory, with a PMI reading above 50 indicating continued growth. The slowdown was attributed to softer increases in new orders and production, according to a monthly survey released in New Delhi. However, robust global demand continued to drive growth, with manufacturers capitalizing on strong international interest in their goods.…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: After tensions and protests, the authorities today at 3.30 am finally shifted Dev Khapreshwar’s idol to another location at Porvorim. Also works are underway to completely translocate 200-yr-old banyan tree to another location. The temple has also been demolished to make way for the Porvorim flyover. A huge crowd had gathered at the site, protesting against the demolition of the temple and the cutting of the centuries-old banyan tree for the expansion of the national highway since last night. Public and devotees objected to the fact that workers were removing the idol without performing the proper religious…

Team Goemkarponn DELHI: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant visited The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) in New Delhi and engaged in discussions with officials on potential collaborations. CM mentioned the discussion entailed exploration of opportunities for implementing projects in sustainable agriculture, habitat development, energy efficiency, environmental conservation, and resource optimization to benefit the people of Goa.

Team Goemkarponn MORJIM: Reacting to Khapreshwar temple demolition, Porvorim MLA and Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte said that politicizing the issue now will serve no purpose as consent was given by these same people in 2019. “Pure Political Drama!From 2019 to 2022, when I was in opposition, the same people now raising concerns had filed and agreed to the consent terms. You can check the government’s records to see who signed them,” said Khaunte He further said that these terms were approved by the Supreme Court, after which the project was tendered and executed. “At that time, the MLA had no…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: In a bid to promote lifelong learning and engagement among senior citizens, the Library of St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, has announced special access hours exclusively for elderly patrons. Starting from March 2025, the library will remain open every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Senior citizens can make use of the library’s extensive collection, including newspapers, periodicals, books, and bound volumes. The initiative aims to encourage intellectual stimulation and social interaction among elderly members of the community. For further details, interested individuals can contact the library at 0832-226-2356 or email librarian@xavierscollegegoa.ac.in.

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Health Minsiter Vishwajit Rane said that Goa is actively working towards TB elimination, aligning with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a TB Mukt Bharat. “Goa is actively working towards TB elimination, aligning with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a TB Mukt Bharat,” said Rane He further said that with 84% of the vulnerable population already screened, the state is prioritizing early detection and timely treatment. “Through awareness campaigns, targeted interventions and strategic collaborations, efforts are being intensified to ensure no individual is left undiagnosed or untreated,” he added As we move…

Team Goemkarponn KUNDAIM: Kundaim residents have petitioned the government to protect Coastal Regulation Zones (CRZ) and No-Development Zones (NDZs), citing concerns that unregulated unlawful construction, hill cutting, and mangrove degradation will negatively affect biodiversity and traditional fishing methods. Residents said that the panchayat had inspected unlawful structures in the CRZ area eight months prior, and they are now calling for action to be taken in response to the site inspection report. Concerns regarding building activities using substantial hill cutting in no-development zones have been voiced by farmers and locals. According to local resident Vijesh Naik, “hill cutting has started where…