Author: Team Admin

New Delhi: Following the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan last week, India has initiated significant steps to enhance its water management and power generation capabilities in Jammu and Kashmir. The suspension came in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, marking the first round of measures in response to the attack. As part of these actions, the government has begun increasing reservoir storage capacities at two major hydroelectric projects in the region: the Salal and Baglihar dams. Last week, the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) carried out “reservoir flushing” — a process of removing sediment from the…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Annual General Body Meeting and Elections of the Goa Basketball Association (GBA) will take place on May 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Conference Hall, Goa International Centre, Dona Paula. These elections will determine the new Managing Committee for the term 2025–2029. As per the official election schedule, the last date for filing nominations is May 5, 2025, by 12 noon, with the scrutiny of nominations on May 8, and the final date for withdrawal on May 19. Advocate Ana Clara Ejipsy E. Remedios has been appointed as the Returning Officer to oversee the electoral…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Manohar International Airport in Goa has marked a significant milestone with the launch of its first mango export of the season. GMR Goa Air Cargo successfully facilitated the shipment of 3,368 kilograms of fresh Alphonso mangoes from Sindhudurg, located in the Konkan belt, to Sharjah, UAE. The consignment was sent via Air Arabia and coordinated by “ShivKonkan Farmer Producer Company Limited” in partnership with “Shreevali Agro.” This shipment marks the first-ever export of locally sourced mangoes from Goa to the UAE, opening a new international route for agricultural trade. Known for their rich flavor and aroma, Alphonso…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Shree Lairai Temple committee failed to implement directives issued by Goa Police to install CCTV cameras and ensure proper barricading ahead of the annual zatra, during which six people lost their lives in a stampede, an official said on Monday. Quoting the minutes of a meeting held just days before the festival, the official said the temple authorities had been instructed to make necessary security arrangements, including surveillance and crowd control measures. Six devotees were killed and over 70 others injured in the early hours of Saturday during a stampede at the temple premises in Shirgao…

New Delhi: Spain and Portugal’s recent massive power blackout may have shocked Europe, but for India, it’s a familiar reminder. In July 2012, over 400 million Indians were left without electricity after a major grid failure—one of the worst blackouts in history. Since then, India has focused on expanding energy access and boosting generation capacity. But as Spain’s experience shows, grid stability isn’t a one-time fix—it requires constant vigilance. India’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly. With a strong push toward solar and wind power, the country is transforming its electricity mix. In 2023, 85% of the 34 gigawatts of added…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: As Goa positions itself as India’s creative capital for technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship, the 12th edition of the First Friday Meetup brought together a dynamic mix of designers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and storytellers committed to shaping this evolving vision. Held at the Surendrababu Timblo Hall, GCCI, Panaji, the event was hosted by the Creative Community of Goa (CCG) in collaboration with the Association of Designers of India (ADI) – Goa Chapter, and supported by the Startup & IT Promotion Cell, Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Government of Goa. D. S. Prashant, CEO of the Startup and…

Team Goemkarponn CAMPAL: An LPG gas pipeline leak near Lake View Colony in Campal, Panaji, prompted a swift response from emergency teams, averting a potentially serious incident. Authorities acted quickly to contain the leak, and no injuries or fatalities were reported. Emergency personnel immediately secured the affected area to ensure public safety and worked efficiently to halt the leak. Their timely intervention played a key role in preventing the situation from escalating. As a precautionary measure, officials have urged local residents to remain alert and cooperate with ongoing safety checks. The cause of the leak is under investigation, with technical…