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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Young filmmakers from Goa are increasingly making their presence felt on the international stage, showcasing the state’s rich culture and creativity through their films. Among these emerging talents is Rameez Shaikh, a budding filmmaker from Mapusa, Goa, who is currently pursuing a Mass Communication degree at Don Bosco College, Panjim. Rameez has earned widespread recognition for his short film The Awakening, which tackles the theme of apathy and society’s disregard for pressing environmental issues. The film has received considerable acclaim, winning the South Asia Regional Winner Award at the Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival 2024, held…

Team Goemkarponn DONAPAULA: An elderly couple from a reputed business family in Dona Paula endured a terrifying ordeal early Sunday morning when three armed robbers broke into their bungalow, tied them up, and looted valuables from their home. The robbery occurred between 12:00 AM and 4:00 AM, police said. The intruders, armed with daggers, reportedly gained access to the property by assaulting the security guard stationed at the entrance. Once inside, the robbers entered the couple’s bedroom, where the 77-year-old man and his 71-year-old wife were asleep. They were tied to their bed while the suspects ransacked the house, fleeing…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Directorate of Fire & Emergency Services, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Porvorim, successfully organized the Goa Fire Run 2025 on the morning of 20th April 2025 at 06:30 hrs. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from citizens across Goa, reinforcing the importance of fitness, public safety awareness, and community engagement. The Goa Fire Run, now an annual event, aims to raise awareness about fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and the invaluable role of first responders. Participants included individuals from diverse backgrounds – students, professionals, senior citizens, athletes, and volunteers – all united by a shared commitment…

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, currently on a visit to the United States, has stirred political controversy back home after alleging that India’s Election Commission was “compromised” during the Maharashtra assembly elections. Speaking at an event in Boston, Gandhi claimed there were significant irregularities in the voter turnout figures, raising questions about the electoral process. “There’s something very wrong with the system,” Gandhi said while addressing members of the Indian diaspora. “More people voted in Maharashtra than the total number of people in the state. Between 5:30 and 7:30 pm, 65 lakh new votes were added, which is physically…

New Delhi Amid rising tensions between the judiciary and certain sections of the executive, the Supreme Court on Monday indirectly responded to recent critical remarks made by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and several BJP leaders. The court noted that it has been accused of overstepping its role and encroaching upon the domains of Parliament and the executive. The observation came during a hearing on a petition seeking the imposition of President’s Rule in West Bengal following incidents of political violence, including clashes in Murshidabad that reportedly led to several deaths and injuries. ‘Are We to Issue a Mandamus?’ – Justice…

New Delhi: As controversy brews over recent comments by BJP MPs targeting the Supreme Court, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has come out strongly in defense of the judiciary while accusing the Congress of a history of undermining judicial credibility. In a detailed post on X (formerly Twitter), Sarma countered the Opposition’s criticism by citing past instances where Congress leaders publicly attacked members of the judiciary. His statement came amid widespread backlash against BJP MPs Nishikant Dubey and Dinesh Sharma for their remarks on the Supreme Court’s recent verdicts, especially in the context of the Tamil Nadu Bills case.…

New Delhi: India is poised to finalize a landmark defense agreement with France for the acquisition of Rafale M (Marine) fighter jets on April 28, according to sources in the Ministry of Defence. The deal, already approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), is expected to significantly boost India’s maritime defense capabilities. The signing will take place during the upcoming visit of French Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu, who is scheduled to arrive in India on April 27. This high-level engagement underscores the growing strategic and defense partnership between the two nations. Strengthening India’s Naval Air Power The Indian Air…