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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a powerful show of political resolve, the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee today launched the Samvidhan Bachao Abhiyan protest at Azad Maidan, Panaji, rallying citizens from across the state to stand against what it described as the BJP government’s “systematic betrayal of Goa and its people.” Led by Goa Congress President Amit Patkar, the protest aimed to spotlight what the party claims are the core failures of the current administration—ranging from a deepening drug crisis and rising unemployment to rampant corruption and erosion of Goan identity. Addressing a gathering of supporters, Patkar said, “This is not just…

In the serene coastal landscape of South Goa, a simple board erected by the Betalbatim Gram Sabha Members has sparked a significant movement—and a serious debate. “Welcome to Village Panchayat of Betalbatim, Beware This Village has Exhausted Its Resources. The Carrying Capacity is Exceeded. BUILDERS, PROMOTERS, DEVELOPERS BUY LAND IN OUR VILLAGE AT YOUR OWN RISK. — from the members of Betalbatim Gram Panchayat” The sign, warning builders, promoters, and developers that Betalbatim has exhausted its resources and exceeded its carrying capacity, reflects the growing tension between rapid urbanization and environmental sustainability. With villages across Goa expressing solidarity and calling…

New Delhi: In a heartfelt speech delivered in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly following the devastating Pahalgam terror attack, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah declared that the whole of Kashmir stands united against terror. He stated that this tragic incident could mark the “beginning of the end of terror” in the region. The attack, which occurred on April 22, claimed the lives of 25 tourists and a local Kashmiri, leaving the entire nation in shock and mourning. Abdullah’s statement resonated beyond his own party, receiving praise even from the Opposition, a rare moment of camaraderie in the Assembly. BJP Leader of…

New Delhi: Virat Kohli delivered a crucial half-century to help Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secure a six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025, taking them to the top of the standings. Kohli’s composed 51 off 47 balls, which included four boundaries, was pivotal as RCB chased down a target of 163 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. His partnership with Krunal Pandya, which produced 100 runs, proved vital after RCB found themselves at a challenging 26/3. This half-century marked Kohli’s sixth of the season, pushing him to the forefront in the race for the Orange Cap with 443 runs from…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In the wake of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, Goa Police have intensified security operations across the state, conducting widespread verifications and checks. According to officials, a total of 4,198 individuals have been verified in the ongoing crackdown, including 78 persons from Kashmir. The police have also rounded up 563 individuals for further questioning and carried out checks on 177 foreign nationals. Authorities said the stepped-up measures are part of a preemptive strategy to ensure law and order and maintain peace across Goa, which sees a high influx of tourists from across the…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: A group of concerned citizens from Goa has written to Vivek Agarwal, Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, seeking urgent intervention to safeguard the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Goa, which they say is under severe threat due to unchecked development and heritage violations. The appeal, submitted by former bureaucrat Elvis Gomes, historian Prof. Prajal Sakhardande, and heritage activist Yogesh Nagvenkar under the banner of “Citizens for Democracy Goa,” highlights growing concerns over what they term “acts of omission” by state authorities responsible for heritage protection. The letter points out that despite Old Goa being granted…

Team Goemkarponn New Delhi: In a stunning turn of events, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has temporarily suspended the All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) decision regarding the I-League championship, ordering the federation to refrain from declaring a winner or conducting any medal ceremony until the arbitration process is completed. However, in a controversial move, the AIFF proceeded to award the I-League trophy to Churchill Brothers FC. According to documents reviewed by news agencies, CAS issued an interim order halting any further action on the I-League title dispute, following a challenge by a competing club. The order clearly directed…