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Mumbai: In a significant move to bolster economic growth, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised India’s real GDP growth forecast to 6.7% for the fiscal year 2025-26. This optimistic projection is underpinned by healthy rabi crop prospects and an anticipated recovery in industrial activity, as highlighted by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra. The decision comes on the heels of the first RBI policy meeting under Governor Malhotra and follows the presentation of the Union Budget 2025-26. The RBI’s revised GDP growth estimate for FY26 marks a slight improvement from the 6.4% growth anticipated for FY25. This growth is expected…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that Salt pan survey which is being undertaken by the Goa State Biodiversity Board will be completed in six months. MLA Viresh Borkar had questioned asking a detailed list of the Salt Pans owner/farmer/maker along with the areas/location all over the State of Goa along with the data of salt produced/ cultivated every year. “Salt pan survey is being undertaken by the Goa State Biodiversity Board, only 20 salt pans are left and we are exploring the industrial use of this salt,” said CM Sawant in reply to MLA Viresh Borkar…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Alleging that the BJP government is least bothered about the pending green cess amount from companies handling and transporting coal by road from Goa, Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao demanded that the Government should clarify when this huge amount will be collected. Heated arguments between Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Yuri Alemao were witnessed on Green Cess collection from companies handling coal and petroleum products. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that matter is before SC; State has so far collected 50% cess of Rs 352 cr and that balance will be recovered once…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: In a stern address, Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte emphasized the importance of respectful behavior among tourists, particularly in the wake of a recent incident in Sangolda. On Thursday, around 4:30 PM, a violent altercation near the Union Bank on Chogum Road in Sangolda was captured on video and went viral on social media. This incident has highlighted the need for tourists to adhere to local norms and respect the community. The altercation involved a car with the registration number GA03Y 2099, driven by Salvaram Salgaonkar from Anjuna, Goa, which collided with a Fascino scooter bearing the…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Yuri Alemao has responded to Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant’s remarks regarding protocol. Sawant had noted that for the first time, the LoP did not accompany the Governor out of the House after his speech. Alemao countered this by stating that he does not need lessons on protocol, especially when his actions are in the best interests of Goa and its people. Alemao emphasized, “What happened yesterday was in the best interests of Goa and Goans, so I don’t think anyone needs to teach me protocol.” He further added that the opposition…

New Delhi: In a scathing critique, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the Congress government for its draconian measures and suppression of freedom during the Emergency period in India. Addressing the Rajya Sabha, Modi highlighted the egregious actions taken by the Congress, which he argued undermined the very spirit of the Constitution. The Emergency, imposed by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on June 25, 1975, and lasting until March 21, 1977, remains a dark chapter in India’s democratic history. Modi emphasized how this period was marked by the blatant suppression of freedom of speech, the targeting of artists and journalists, and…

New Delhi: In a significant gathering that promises to shape the future of the energy sector, India Energy Week 2025 is set to host an impressive array of global leaders, including energy ministers from over 20 countries and 90 CEOs of Fortune 500 energy companies. This event, spanning 1 lakh square meters, will be the second-largest energy gathering globally, underscoring its pivotal role in addressing the industry’s most critical challenges and opportunities. India Energy Week 2025 will take place from February 11 to 14 at Yashobhoomi, India’s largest convention and exhibition centre in Delhi’s Dwarka. The event is organized under…