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In recent days, Goa has witnessed a troubling escalation in conflicts between taxi operators from Mopa/Pernem and those from established tourist hotspots like Calangute and Candolim. The cause of this discord stems from a circular issued by the Goa government, which prohibits rent-a-car and rent-a-cab services at the state’s airports. This directive has sparked fierce debates over customer rights and territorial privileges in the lucrative tourism sector, effectively locking tourists in a battlefield of conflicting taxi unions. The Mopa taxi operators are understandably frustrated. With the recent cessation of airport-based rent-a-car services, they anticipated an influx of clients eager to…

Team Goemkarponn DABOLIM: Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho categorically denied speculation regarding the closure of Dabolim Airport, calling it a deliberate misinformation campaign orchestrated by the opposition. “There was a major negative propaganda by the opposition claiming that Dabolim airport would shut down. But we are witnessing heavy air traffic and maximum flight movement from Dabolim,” Godinho said while addressing media on the sidelines of an event commemorating Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s birth anniversary. He emphasized that ongoing infrastructure developments at the airport directly contradict the closure rumours. “Expansion works are ongoing and we may soon inaugurate new aero bridges. How can…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Directorate of Fire & Emergency Services, Goa, observed National Fire Service Day on Monday, April 14, 2025, with a solemn tribute to martyrs, a ceremonial parade, and the launch of Fire Prevention Week under the national theme: “Unite to Ignite, A Fire Safe India.” The commemorative event took place at the Fire Force Training Ground in Panaji, where wreaths were laid at the Martyrs Memorial Column by Chief Minister Dr. Pramod P. Sawant, Chief Secretary Dr. V. Candavelou, IAS, Director of Fire & Emergency Services Shri Nitin V. Raiker, and other senior officials and personnel. A…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Eight individuals were rescued from drowning across various beaches in Goa over the weekend, including two kayakers from Karnataka, as Drishti Marine lifesavers carried out a series of quick and coordinated rescue operations. Additionally, lifesavers provided first aid in two separate incidents and reunited three missing children with their families. The most dramatic rescue unfolded off Palolem beach, where two kayakers from Karwar and Bengaluru capsized while paddling in open waters. Drishti lifesaver Parashuram Tari responded immediately, using a jet ski to bring the duo safely ashore. At Anjuna beach, two 21-year-old male tourists from Chandigarh, who…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant push to strengthen the healthcare infrastructure in the State, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane announced that specialised medical services, including Neurology and Cardiology, will soon be launched at the South Goa District Hospital. Rane said the initiative is aimed at ensuring that residents of South Goa have access to advanced and essential healthcare services without needing to travel long distances. “I am committed to enhancing Goa’s healthcare infrastructure. The introduction of Neurology, Cardiology, and other vital departments at the South Goa District Hospital is a step towards delivering justice and quality healthcare to all,” Rane…

Team Goemkarponn CHICALIM: Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho reassured Goans that there will be no mass demolitions of homes in the wake of a recent High Court directive concerning illegal constructions. Speaking at a function held to commemorate the 134th birth anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar at Chicalim, Godinho strongly refuted claims of widespread demolition, calling it “unnecessary fear-mongering” and “negative propaganda.” “There is panic among people that all houses will be demolished after the High Court order. I want to assure everyone that the Government is concerned about its people,” he said. “Only structures that encroach upon highways and roads—mainly…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced that the State government will soon float a fresh tender to revive the Sanjivani sugar factory in Dharbandora, which has remained shut since 2019. Speaking to the media, Sawant said the tender document has already been processed by the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) cell, and the government is set to issue the tender shortly. The factory’s redevelopment will follow the PPP model, in a renewed bid to attract potential investors. Previous attempts to revive the factory through tenders issued in October 2022 and January 2024 failed to draw suitable bidders. The closure of…