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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: WAVES International Short Film Festival 2025 organized by Shree Mudra and supported by Department of Information and Publicity will be held from January 17th to 19th, 2025, at the Entertainment Society of Goa, Panaji. This year, the festival received an impressive 214 films from across the globe, with 93 films selected for screening over the three-day event. The lineup includes short films, music videos, short documentaries, animated shorts, and entries from the 60 Hours Film Making Challenge 4.0-a unique competition that challenges filmmakers to create a film within 60 hours from concept to submission. This festival serves…

Goa, the jewel of the Indian coastline, is famed for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and laid-back lifestyle. However, beneath the allure lies a growing concern that threatens its charm: severe traffic congestion. Major highways and internal roads throughout the state often resemble a standstill during peak hours, causing frustration for locals and tourists alike. The current state of public transportation is also far from ideal. The Kadamba Transport Corporation (KTC) services, which are the backbone of Goa’s bus transport, frequently encounter breakdowns, leaving commuters stranded and unable to rely on this essential service. To tackle these pressing issues, the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Accepting contention of petitioner Girish Chodankar, the High Court of Bombay at Goa has upheld the decision of Speaker of Goa Legislative Assembly dismissing disqualification petition against G-8 MLAs. The HC also has disposed Girish Chodankar’s petition on line of High Court’s earlier judgment related to previous G10 MLAs merger into BJP. Advocate Abhijit Gosavi, speaking on behalf of Chodankar, argued in favor of dismissing the case at Wednesday’s hearing before the Division Bench of Justices Makarand Subhash Karnik and Nivedita Mehta, pointing out that the High Court had already rendered a decision on a case that…

Team Goemkarponn PONDA: With 55,000 stray dogs counted so far around the state, Goa is facing a stunning reality amid the mounting worry over stray dog attacks. It is anticipated that the survey will be finished next month. The Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services initiated a house-to-house survey of owned dogs in November 2024 as an extension of the 21st National Livestock Census, and this data is part of the ongoing livestock census. A committed group of about 110 enumerators has been sent out to carry out the survey and gather information online. According to AHVS Director V…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: BJP National General Secretary Sunil Bansal is anticipated to go to Goa to preside over the eagerly anticipated Party President election. On Saturday, a new Goa State President will be named. At a press conference today, BJP spokesperson Premanand Mhambrey stated that 59 voters, including two Members of Parliament (MPs) and 10% of BJP MLAs, will cast ballots in tomorrow’s election. He added that seven shortlisted names had been forwarded to the BJP central leadership for approval, and that the new state president would be unveiled on Saturday. The names of previous ministers Dayanand Mandrekar, Dilip Parulekar,…

New Delhi: In a dazzling display of batting prowess, Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal have set a new benchmark for Indian women’s cricket, leading their team to a resounding 304-run victory over Ireland in the third ODI. This win not only completed a 3-0 series sweep but also marked India’s highest-ever total in ODIs, setting the stage for a promising year as the country prepares to host the women’s ODI World Cup later in 2025. Mandhana’s blistering 135 runs off just 80 deliveries, including 12 fours and seven sixes, was a highlight of the match. Her century, achieved in a…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a heart-stopping semifinal match of the Fr. Agnelo YSC Soccer tournament on Wednesday, Fr. Agnelo YSC Paroda edged out Navelim Villagers Union in a dramatic tiebreaker, advancing to the finals. The match, characterized by an aggressive and fast-paced brand of soccer, ended in a 1-1 draw after full time, necessitating a decisive penalty shootout. The scoring began early, with Savio Vales of Fr. Agnelo YSC Paroda striking the first goal in the 12th minute. His powerful shot from the edge of the box left the Navelim goalkeeper with no chance to react. Navelim Villagers Union leveled…