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SURAJ NANDREKAR The tragic death of 20-year-old Krishna Kasera, a second-year student at BITS Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus, has once again brought the issue of student mental health into stark focus. Found dead by suicide within the campus premises, Krishna’s passing is not just a personal loss to his family and friends, but also a jarring reminder of the silent crisis unfolding in our academic institutions. Verna Police have registered a case of unnatural death. However, beyond the legal procedures and inquiries lies a deeper societal question: What pressures are our students facing that they are driven to…

As of May 1, 2025, the Goa government has officially ended the “zero bill scheme”—a policy introduced in August 2021 that exempted households using under 16,000 litres of water per month from paying any water bill. Nearly half of Goa’s households benefited from this initiative, which helped families manage their finances during a time of uncertainty and economic strain. While the end of this scheme was not unexpected, what remains troubling is the lack of improvement in the one thing citizens truly need: a regular and clean water supply. Freebies were never the goal. Goans, like all Indians, are pragmatic.…

New Delhi: In a significant escalation of hostilities, India has closed its airspace to all Pakistani-owned and operated aircraft, including military flights, effective until 11:59 PM UTC on May 23 (5:29 AM IST on May 24). This move mirrors Pakistan’s earlier decision to shut its airspace to Indian carriers, resulting in a reciprocal airspace blockade between the two nations . The airspace closure follows the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 28 people, predominantly Hindu tourists, were killed by militants using AK-47s and M4 carbines. The Resistance Front, a proxy of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, initially claimed responsibility…

Team Goemkarponn BICHOLIM: In a commendable eco-friendly initiative, students and teachers of the Government Primary School in Bicholim, Goa, organized a paper bag distribution drive during the Lairai Jatra. With the aim of promoting a “Zero Plastic” environment and spreading awareness about the harmful effects of plastic, the school team distributed handmade paper bags to flower vendors, food stalls, and sweet sellers at the fair. The young students took the lead in encouraging vendors and visitors to say no to plastic and adopt eco-friendly alternatives, reinforcing the message of environmental conservation and responsible festivity.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the inaugural World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 on May 1 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The four-day summit aims to position India as a global hub for creativity, storytelling, and entertainment innovation. PM Modi emphasized India’s rich cultural heritage, stating, “Every street in India has a story, every mountain a song, every river hums a tune.” He invited creators to make India their playground and share its untold stories with the world. “Create in India, create for the world,” he urged. Highlighting the economic potential of the…

New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has petitioned a Delhi court for the extended custody of Tahawwur Rana, a Pakistani-born Canadian businessman accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The agency asserts that Rana’s interrogation could provide critical insights into Lashkar-e-Taiba’s future operations and Hafiz Saeed’s role in orchestrating attacks against India. Rana, 64, was extradited from the United States to India earlier this month following the U.S. Supreme Court’s rejection of his appeal against the extradition. The NIA contends that Rana’s non-cooperation and his extensive international connections make his continued custody essential for a thorough investigation.…

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has issued a stern warning to terrorists responsible for the deadly Pahalgam attack, stating that the fight against terrorism is far from over and that every individual involved will be relentlessly pursued and brought to justice. Addressing an event in Assam on Thursday, Shah emphasized that the terrorists should not believe they have won after the tragic loss of 28 innocent lives in the Pahalgam massacre. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to eradicating terrorism from the region. “The fight is not yet over. They should not think that after killing our 28 people,…