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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant move to bolster cyber security, leverage artificial intelligence, and enhance traffic compliance, the Goa Police launched several innovative programs on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. The event, held in the presence of Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, and top police officials, marked a pivotal moment in the state’s efforts to integrate technology and community engagement into law enforcement. The initiatives include the establishment of a Dedicated Cyber Helpline Center (1930), the Cyber-Yoddha Programme, an AI-ML Lab, and the Quick Pass Mobile Application. The Cyber-Yoddha Programme, a cornerstone of the Cyber Surakshit Goem campaign,…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Contemporary India experienced the Golden Age of journalism after the Emergency ended in the late 1970s, said veteran journalist and president of the Editors Guild of India (EGI) Seema Mustafa at the recent MOG Sundays talk at the Museum of Goa, Pilerne. The first woman president of EGI, Mustafa’s career in journalism spans over four decades, and she is renowned for her reportage out of conflict zones like Beirut and for working with leading Indian publications like The Indian Express and The Telegraph. She also served as National Affairs Editor at News X. During the talk, titled ‘Seema Mustafa…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji/Margao: Women from various self-help groups (SHGs) engaged in the Mid-Day Meal Scheme met Goa Forward Party President and Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai to express their grievances over the non-payment of dues for the last six months and the government’s decision to replace them with Akshay Patra. GFP Chief Vijai Sardesai strongly condemned the government’s move, stating that the original intent of the Mid-Day Meal Scheme was to empower Goan women by allowing them to provide quality food to Goan students. However, instead of supporting these women, the government has failed to clear their pending payments and is…

Team Goemkarponn PERNEM: In a tragic incident that occurred near a petrol pump in Tuye, a head-on collision between a car and a motorcycle resulted in the immediate death of 25-year-old Raj Pednekar. The accident happened when the car, an Artica GA 11, T 16 72, was attempting to turn towards the petrol pump, which was closed at the time. According to the details, the car was making a turn towards the petrol pump to refuel, but since the pump was closed, the driver had to reverse direction. Meanwhile, Raj Pednekar was riding his motorcycle, GE Zero Three, AK 61…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), in collaboration with the Department of Tourism and the Directorate of Art & Culture, is set to host Shiv Mahotsav 2025 on February 25th, 2025, at Satpal Ground, Sacorda, Mollem, Dharbandora, Goa. This festival held in celebration of Maha Shivratri, will be a grand showcase of Goa’s rich spiritual traditions, culture, and artistic heritage. Chairman of GTDC, Dr. Ganesh Gaonkar announced that the grand festival will be inaugurated by Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant, in the presence of esteemed dignitaries, including Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy,…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant, launched the NAKSHA (National Geospatial Knowledge Based Land Survey of Urban Habitations) pilot project, a significant initiative under the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP). This project, fully funded by the Central Government, aims to revolutionize urban land records using advanced geospatial technologies. Dr. Sawant emphasized that the project will enhance urban planning, facilitate fair and seamless land dealings, and aid in disaster management. He highlighted that Goa, despite its small size, has been selected to participate in this nationwide initiative, with Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim being the chosen locations.…

Team Goemkarponn Cuncolim; In a thrilling inaugural match of the Vaidya Family Memorial Cup, Navelim Sporting Club secured a 2-1 victory over Don Bosco Oratory Fatorda. The match, organized by Cuncolim Union, was held at the school playground in Cuncolim on Monday. Velington Almeida of Navelim Sporting Club was named the Man of the Match, highlighting his pivotal role in the team’s success. This win marks a strong start for Navelim Sporting Club in the tournament. The match saw Navelim Sporting Club take an early lead when Velington Almeida scored a powerful goal in the 22nd minute, beating Fatorda’s goalkeeper…