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Team Goemkarponn CHANDOR: A 35-year-old man from Karwar, identified as Siddesh Yeshwant Gaundi, died by suicide after jumping onto the tracks in front of an oncoming train between Chandor and Margao on Tuesday afternoon. According to Vasco Railway Police, the incident occurred around 12:37 pm and was reported by the Train Manager of the MRHER train to Vasco Station authorities at 1:10 pm. The body was found near the down line tracks during an inspection by the police. Investigations by PI Amarnath Passi and statements from the loco pilot and train manager confirmed that the deceased had jumped from the…

Team Goemkarponn SANCOALE: A 20-year-old student of the BITS Pilani campus at Zuarinagar was found dead by suicide, after allegedly hanging himself in the campus premises. The deceased has been identified as Krishna Kasera, a native of Lucknow. Verna Police received a call about the incident around 10:15 am and immediately reached the site to conduct a preliminary investigation and inquest panchanama. The body was later sent for postmortem examination. Verna Police have registered a case of unnatural death under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Further investigation is underway under the supervision of PI Anand Shirodkar and…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: On the occasion of International Labour Day, the Goa United Workers Union (GUWU) extended greetings to workers across the state, both in the formal and informal sectors. However, the union also voiced serious concerns over the implementation of the four new labour codes passed by the central government during the COVID-19 pandemic. GUWU President Olencio Simoes stated that although May Day is traditionally a celebration of workers, this year marks a “black day” for Goan employees. He warned that the four new codes — the Code on Wages, the Industrial Relations Code, the Code on Social Security,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a major crackdown on illegal matka gambling in the state, the Crime Branch of Goa Police has identified Mumbai-based woman Jaya Chadda as one of the main operators behind the betting syndicate. Chadda, along with two others—Chandubhai Thakkar alias D’sa and Ganeshyam Bhai, both residents of Ahmedabad, Gujarat—has been named in FIRs registered after a coordinated operation across several locations in Goa. The Crime Branch conducted multiple raids in Panjim, Mapusa, Porvorim, Margao, Vasco, Ponda, Mandrem, and Pernem, leading to the arrest of 12 local bookies and the seizure of cash and gambling paraphernalia. The arrested…

One of the most persistent issues tarnishing Goa’s otherwise stellar reputation as a tourist destination is the problem of taxi overcharging. For years, tourists and even locals have complained about exorbitant fares charged by unregulated taxi operators, especially at airports, railway stations, and popular tourist hubs. Despite repeated assurances and partial measures, the Goa government has struggled to implement a lasting solution. The time has come for firm, transparent, and technology-driven intervention to address this issue, which not only inconveniences visitors but also damages Goa’s image and economy in the long run. The problem stems largely from the absence of…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Government of Goa has suspended Rajesh J. Naik, the Chief Town Planner (Planning) in the Town and Country Planning Department, amid impending disciplinary proceedings. In an official order issued by the Directorate of Vigilance, the suspension was enacted under sub-rule (1) of Rule 10 of the Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1965. The order states that a disciplinary proceeding is being contemplated against Naik, necessitating his immediate suspension. As per the order, during the period of suspension, Naik’s headquarters will be the Department of Personnel at the Secretariat in Porvorim. He has been…

Team Goemkarponn SALIGAO: Saligao BJP MLA Kedar Naik has appealed to Chief Minister Pramod Sawant to induct Calangute MLA Michael Lobo into the state cabinet, stating that Lobo’s inclusion would greatly benefit the entire Bardez taluka. Naik, who is currently not holding any ministerial portfolio, expressed his contentment with his present position. “I am happy where I am. Instead of me, Michael Lobo should be made a minister. If he is given a ministerial post, it will benefit the whole of Bardez,” Naik said. The statement has triggered political discussions in North Goa, with many seeing it as a strategic…