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Team Goemkarponn OLD GOA: In a strong show of force aimed at maintaining law and order, Old Goa Police launched an intensive combing operation across multiple areas including Indiranagar-Chimbel, other parts of Chimbel, Merces, and Santa Cruz. As part of the operation, police rounded up 252 individuals. Of these, 21 were arrested under preventive sections, while 12 others were booked under the Stranger Roll and other preventive actions. The operation was conducted as a precautionary measure to counter potential threats and ensure the safety and security of residents in these areas. Senior police officials stated that such drives help in…

Team Goemkarponn ANJUNA: A 35-year-old unidentified man, referred to only as Ujwal, succumbed to injuries sustained in a hit-and-run incident that occurred in December last year near the Burger Factory, in front of Disco Singh Restaurant in Anjuna. According to police reports, the accident took place on the night of December 7, 2024, at approximately 10:43 PM. CCTV footage from the area shows that a two-wheeler—believed to be a Hero Honda Splendour—was speeding from Starco Junction towards Tito’s Anjuna when it struck the pedestrian who was crossing the road. The rider, who remains unidentified, fled the scene without reporting the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A specialized training program on animal cruelty laws and legal response mechanisms was successfully conducted by Meet Ashar, Cruelty Response Legal Advisor and Associate Director of PETA India, for the officers of the DSPCA South. The session aimed to enhance awareness and equip officers with legal tools to tackle cruelty cases effectively. The workshop saw the active participation of Executive Secretary Virginia Simoes, Mr. Amol Satoskar, Mr. Raj Pratik, Mr. Soham Naik, Miss Kelly Menezes, and Miss Darshana Wadekar. The initiative marks a significant step towards strengthening animal protection enforcement in the region.

Sandeep Heble The Vice President is wrong in this. The Supreme Court of India is spot on when it sets a deadline to the President to decide on the bills sent by the Governor. In any liberal, progressive, and truly democratic setup, there has to be a time limit for everything. Delays kill democracy. When matters are kept pending for months, and years, for no real reason at all, it shatters the very fabric of truth and justice. Not only does it directly affect lives, livelihood, progress and policies, but it even destroys them. But honestly, it’s high time deadlines…

As Goa inches closer to the 2027 Assembly elections, the political landscape is beginning to buzz with familiar faces and revived narratives. One such re-emergence is that of Manoj Parab, chief of the Revolutionary Goans Party (RGP), who has returned to the forefront after a conspicuous absence. Known for his fiery rhetoric on issues such as illegal constructions, the migrant influx, and the Mhadei river crisis, Parab is once again beating the drum of Goemkarponn. But while the issues he raises are legitimate, his sudden return raises questions of political timing and responsibility. To the attentive Goan voter, the concerns…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds in North and South Goa on 25th and 26th April 2025. The warning highlights the likelihood of wind gusts reaching speeds of 30-40 km/h, along with the potential for sudden thunderstorms in various parts of the state. Local authorities have advised residents and tourists to remain cautious, especially in coastal and low-lying areas. People are urged to avoid outdoor activities during the stormy conditions and to secure loose objects that could be affected by the strong winds. The IMD’s forecast emphasizes…

New Delhi: In the wake of the tragic Pahalgam terrorist attack, which resulted in the loss of 26 lives in Kashmir on April 22, reactions have poured in from all corners, including the sports world. The heinous attack, carried out by terrorists from a Lashkar-e-Taiba offshoot, targeted a group of unsuspecting tourists in the scenic meadows of Baisaran, making it one of the most horrific events in recent memory. Following the attack, cricket between India and Pakistan has once again come under scrutiny. For the past decade, India and Pakistan have only faced each other in ICC (International Cricket Council)…