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Team Goemkarponn ALTHINO: According to Minister for Waste Management Atanasio “Babush” Monserrate, who stated that all the procedures needed to establish a waste treatment facility at Bainguinim in Old Goa have been finished, a new tender will be issued shortly. Monserrate stated that the waste treatment plant would benefit the entire Tiswadi taluka and that “plant work shall begin before August 2025.” BJP MLA from Cumbarjua Rajesh Faldessai pushed the minister to begin construction on the plant during his current term shortly after Monserrate’s declaration. Following the Supreme Court’s approval, Monseratte informed the media that the process of releasing an…

Pune: In a poignant address during the 77th Army Day celebrations at the Bombay Engineering Group and Centre in Khadki, Pune, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh underscored the evolving nature of warfare and the imperative need for a robust military to ensure national development. On Wednesday, Singh emphasized that the future of conflicts will be marked by unprecedented violence and unpredictability, driven by the rise of non-state actors and the escalating use of unconventional warfare tactics. Singh’s remarks were delivered at ‘Gaurav Gatha’, a dynamic event featuring lights, sounds, and live re-enactments of warfare, highlighting the critical role of the military…

New Delhi: In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the entertainment industry, Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was brutally stabbed six times by an intruder at his Mumbai residence in the early hours of January 16. The attack, which occurred around 2:30 AM, resulted in severe injuries, including a stab wound near his spine, highlighting the vulnerability even high-profile individuals face to violent crime. Saif Ali Khan’s heroic attempt to protect his home and family led to the confrontation, which has left the industry and his fans in a state of shock. Here is a detailed account of…

Team Goemkarponn PONDA: After seeing food contaminated with maggots being served, students from the Ponda Education Society (PES) in Farmagudi, together with the student council and ABVP, compelled the college administration to close the cafeteria. Until a new organization can be found to manage the facility, canteen operations have been halted as of Thursday. Students have been complaining about food provided at the canteen being contaminated with maggots for a number of months. The student council wrote to the principal in December 2024, requesting that the canteen operator be held accountable. About 300 students signed the letter, which claimed that…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Waste Management Corporation (GWMC) Board, led by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, approved the State’s E-Waste Policy 2024. In an effort to train the stakeholders on waste management, the Board also chose to introduce a Massive Online Open Courseware (MOOC). CM Chaired a meeting of the Goa Waste Management Corporation (GWMC) at Mahalaxmi, Altinho, Panaji in the presence of Revenue Minister, and the Board Members of GWMC. The meeting facilitated productive discussions and key decisions to strengthen waste management initiatives in Goa. Outcomes included the approval of the E-Waste Policy, reaffirming the state’s commitment to sustainable waste…

Team Goemkarponn CORTALIM: Cortalim MLA Anton Vas held discussions with Railway officials on Wednesday to address concerns raised by residents of Velsao regarding the construction of a retaining wall that has blocked traditional pathways to several houses. The meeting followed a memorandum submitted by social worker Roquezinho D’Souza, highlighting the challenges faced by locals due to ongoing double-tracking works. Speaking to the media, Vas revealed that the Railways have agreed to cooperate with affected residents. “The retaining walls have blocked access to several homes, and the residents need a 4-meter road to accommodate emergency vehicles. The Railways have assured us…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar, accompanied by Deputy Collector, Mamlatdar, Traffic, and other officials, carried out the final inspection of the newly constructed Railway Over Bridge near Tanya Hotel on Wednesday. The bridge is set to be commissioned soon, with officials addressing key concerns regarding its functionality and potential challenges. Speaking to reporters after the inspection, Salkar emphasized the importance of the new bridge in facilitating emergency services and improving connectivity. “This bridge was the need of the hour. We proposed and got it sanctioned, and it is now almost ready. However, being in a low-lying area, the…