Author: Team Admin

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: On February 19, 2025, the Shivsmarak Cultural and Sports Club in Chaudi, Canacona, will host a grand celebration to commemorate the birth anniversary of the legendary Maratha king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. This event, which promises to be a vibrant tribute to Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy, will kick off at 9 am with the worship of his statue, followed by the lighting of the Shivjyot and the distribution of holy offerings at the Shrismarak, Chaudi KTC Bus Stand. The festivities will include a grand procession starting from Chaudi and winding its way through Nagarcem, Char-Rasta, Cleopatra, Sawantada School, Devki…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: In a swift response to a distress call, the Canacona police arrested a man suspected of secretly recording a woman while she was bathing in a bungalow late last night. The incident unfolded in a residential area of Canacona, where an elderly couple resides. The woman, who was taking a bath, became aware of suspicious movements through the bathroom ventilator and immediately alerted her husband. The couple, suspecting someone’s presence behind their bungalow, contacted the police and reported the incident. By the time the police arrived, the suspect had already fled the scene. Police investigators collected CCTV…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: In the heart of Colomb ward, a crippling water crisis has gripped the lives of its residents, who are struggling to access even the most basic necessity – water. Despite the urgency of the situation, the Public Works Department (Water Supply) has yet to deliver a reliable and consistent water supply, leaving villagers in a state of perpetual hardship. The erratic water supply has become a daily nightmare for the residents, particularly the elderly, women, and children. Maintaining personal hygiene and sanitation has become a daunting task, with many residents expressing their frustration and despair. “The…

Team Goemkarponn PERNEM: In the early hours of Tuesday, a dramatic incident unfolded at Mahakhajan Dhargal, near the bridge, when an ambulance suddenly caught fire. The incident occurred around 3:00 AM, highlighting the critical importance of swift emergency responses. The ambulance, bearing the registration number MH 14 CL 0554, was en route to the Goa Medical College (GMC) with a patient when a short circuit in the vehicle triggered the fire. The driver, acting swiftly, managed to pull the ambulance to the side and safely evacuate the patients before calling for another ambulance from Goa. Pernem fire officer Jairam Shetgaonkar,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (SOTTO) Goa Medical College successfully hosted a state-level Ad Film and reel-making competition on the theme of organ donation. This initiative aimed to inspire filmmakers and content creators in Goa to explore the concept of organ donation and convey this vital message to a broader audience through their creative talents. The competition, announced in mid-January, garnered an impressive response with 25 Ad Films and 8 Reels submitted. A distinguished panel of judges, comprising Dr. Preeti Varghese, Joint Director, SOTTO Goa, Mr. Sachin Chatte, Film Reviewer of Goa, and Ms. Shraddha…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant move to address the issue of unauthorized dance bars in Calangute, the High Court has ordered a fresh site inspection to be conducted by the Deputy Town Planner of Mapusa-Bardez. This directive comes ahead of a scheduled hearing on February 20, where both the applicant seeking to deseal the premises and the original petitioners, Sudesh Mayekar and another, will be informed. The Deputy Town Planner has been tasked with preparing a comprehensive report based on the rival claims by March 3. This report will be crucial in determining the legitimacy of the structures used…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant move to bolster its real estate sector, the Goa Rehabilitation Board and Goa Housing Board have extended an invitation to NAREDCO Maharashtra, a prominent real estate developers’ body, to explore vast investment opportunities in Goa. This initiative was highlighted during NAREDCO Maharashtra’s Annual Members Meet 2025, held in Panjim, Goa, marking a decade of the organization’s Maharashtra Chapter. Goa, known for its vibrant tourism industry, is now emerging as a hub for business expansion, including real estate development. Aleixo Da Costa, Secretary of the Goa Rehabilitation Board, emphasized that Goa offers exponential potential for…