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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has appealed to labour unions in the state to prioritize dialogue over demonstrations as a means of resolving workplace concerns. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Sawant reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting labour rights and addressing workers’ grievances through constructive engagement. “Dialogue, not disruption, is the way forward,” he stated, encouraging unions to work collaboratively with the administration. He assured that his government remains attentive to the welfare of workers and is prepared to act swiftly on any genuine and lawful demands brought to its attention. The Chief Minister’s remarks come…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: A tense atmosphere gripped the commercial hub of Chaudi in Canacona early Friday morning after two Pakistani flags were found painted on roads at two prominent locations. The incident, which has raised concerns of deliberate provocation, was first noticed by early morning walkers. One flag was discovered on the road to Ponsulem, just across the main Chaudi junction near the old bus stand opposite Krishna Café. The second was found near the Chatrapathi Shivaji Smarak at the entrance of the KTC Bus Terminus in Chaudi. Both flags were reportedly painted using oil paints and placed in high-visibility…

Team Goemkarponn OLD GOA: Eight new priests were ordained for the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman at Se Cathedral, Old Goa, on 30th April 2024 at 3:30 PM by Auxiliary Bishop Simiao Fernandes. The joyous celebration was attended by over 100 priests and numerous lay faithful. The eight deacons ordained were Slater Alemao from Chinchinim, Valfern Barbosa from Raia, Malcolm Palmer Colaco from Navelim, Sheldon Michael D’Souza from Salvador do Mundo, Benny Fernandes from Siroda, Jason Keith Fernandes from Dona Paula (Caranzalem), Jason Cajetan Travasso from Nagoa, Bardez, and Frazer Xavier Vaz from Vasco da Gama. During his homily, Bishop…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: In a significant step towards strengthening wildlife conservation, the Goa government has announced plans to set up dedicated wildlife rescue centres across the state in partnership with Wildlife SOS, a leading wildlife conservation NGO. Forest Minister Vishwajit Rane confirmed the initiative, emphasizing that the new centres will play a key role in addressing wildlife emergencies and rehabilitating injured animals. “We are moving ahead with establishing wildlife rescue centres in collaboration with Wildlife SOS, which will enhance our ability to respond swiftly to wildlife emergencies and provide crucial care for injured animals,” Rane said. He added that the…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: Tensions flared between Goa’s liquor trade community and Gujarat law enforcement after a Gujarat Police team arrested Saiesh Sawant, a liquor shop owner from Mapusa, late Wednesday in connection with an alleged bootlegging case. The arrest has drawn sharp criticism from the Goa Liquor Traders Association, which has denounced the move as an overreach and demanded state intervention. According to Gujarat authorities, Sawant is accused of supplying alcohol to an individual who was later caught illegally transporting it into Gujarat, where alcohol is banned under strict prohibition laws. However, Goa Liquor Traders Association President Dattaprasad Naik insisted…

Team Goemkarponn FATORDA: A 38-year-old man, Krishna Roy, was arrested by Fatorda police for the alleged murder of his wife, 28-year-old Karishma Roy, following a suspected domestic dispute that ended in tragedy. According to police, the couple had a heated argument at their residence, which reportedly escalated into a violent altercation. Investigators believe the confrontation led to Karishma’s death. Karishma’s body has been sent to the morgue for preservation, and a postmortem examination will be conducted to determine the exact cause and time of death. Police say the autopsy findings will be key to advancing the investigation. The accused is…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Warning his detractors that people will throw Cow-dung on them (who are opposing for the sake of opposing him), Speaker and Canacona MLA Ramesh Tawadkar warned his detractors that his consistent prioritization of Canacona needs will be to strengthen core infrastructure in enhancing the quality of life for the residents will go on undeterred. Speaker Ramesh Tawadkar was speaking after inaugurating a new 200 KVA Electricity Transformer at Chaudi, near Ruby Residency on Tuesday. ‘Underground Electricity Cabling will be completed in the coastal areas in the next two years at a cost of Rs 20 crore. Previously,…