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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said that the new cancer hospital in Goa will be commissioned before December 2026. He said that efforts to establish AIIMS Hospital in Goa will continue, and 100 more seats will be added to Goa Medical College, both in undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Health Minister Vishwajit Rane claims that three to four specialists have been hired to do the analysis of the Goa Medical College (GMC) and the Super Specialty, while two senior physicians are conducting the gap analysis research of the State’s health and medical facilities hospital. According to Rane, the physicians…

The recent breach in the Tillari canal serves as a stark reminder of the persistent challenges Bardez taluka in North Goa is facing concerning its water supply. When the canal suffered a major breach on January 24, the impact was immediate: taps across Bardez dried up, leaving residents scrambling for clean water. This incident, while alarming, is not a singular occurrence; it highlights an ongoing crisis that resurfaces annually, with many families affected by intermittent water supply issues. Despite the completion of repairs to the Tillari canal, which were finalized on Monday, the repercussions of the breach lingered. The disruption…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: Despite repeated claims by the state government about improving accessibility for persons with disabilities, the harsh reality at railway stations in Goa tells a different story. While train services have reserved a single coach for disabled passengers, the lack of proper infrastructure—especially ramps—makes rail travel an arduous experience for wheelchair users. The issue came to the forefront when the Goa Wheelchair Cricket Team, which was selected for the first time to represent the state at the 4th National Wheelchair Cricket Tournament in Gwalior, faced severe difficulties while boarding their train from Vasco railway station on Sunday. Lack…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Government aims to provide free electricity to households by facilitating the installation of rooftop solar panels informed Minister for Power, New and Renewable Energy Resources, Ramkrishna alias SudinDhavlikar while addressing the gathering after inaugurating the 2- days training Programme on ‘PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana’ (Grid Connected Solar Rooftop systems) in Panaji. Speaking further he said that the scheme offers a subsidy of up to 40 percent to households, making renewable energy more affordable and accessible. The training Programme was organized by National Power Training Institute, Ministry of Power, Government of India. The Central Government…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, has taken strict action against unauthorized paramotor flying activities conducted at Keri Beach. As per Section 22 of the Goa Registration of Tourist Trade Act, 1982, a fine of ₹1,00,000/- has been imposed on the person engaged in unauthorized activity, to be paid within 30 days. Failure to comply will attract additional penalties, and the amount will be recovered as arrears of land revenue if unpaid. The Tourist Police Unit, Calangute, has been directed to monitor and ensure that the violator does not engage in unauthorized activities in the future.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Tourism Department has taken action against the respondent for operating an unauthorized and overloaded boat at Calangute Beach, resulting in a tragic incident on December 25, 2024. The boat capsized, injuring five and causing one fatality. An investigation revealed the lack of valid permissions and overloading. As a result, the respondent is barred from operating the vessel for three years, and all fees paid are forfeited. The Department is committed to enforcing safety and compliance in Goa’s watersports industry.

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: After evading arrest for a considerable period, Pundalik Verlekar alias Shekhar Verlekar (54), a resident of Mangor Hill, Vasco da Gama, was finally apprehended by Vasco Police on Monday in Belgavi, Karnataka. Verlekar had multiple Non-Bailable Warrants (NBWs) issued against him under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act by various courts in Goa. According to Vasco Police, Verlekar had been on the run, frequently moving between Sindhudurg (Maharashtra) and Belgavi (Karnataka) to avoid arrest. The accused was wanted in cases registered in Margao and Mapusa, with Vasco Police Station receiving one Standing Warrant and two NBWs…