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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has announced that the government will take strict action, including defamation notices, against individuals or entities attempting to tarnish Goa’s image. He highlighted a noticeable trend where global tourism destinations aim to misguide Indian tourists to other countries, recognizing Indians as significant spenders. Khaunte highlighted that Goa witnessed a robust increase in both domestic and international tourist arrivals. Speaking on the matter, he emphasized, “Goa, On this Parshuram Bhoomi, the tourism will never be reduced. The key lies in how we promote our destination. Our goan influencers and the Indian diaspora abroad have…

Team Goemkarponn MOBOR: The Colva police has registered an offence against a Romanian national after he was found in possession and using satellite phone of Thuraya make with one Orange SIM card. Since Orange SIM cards are prohibited in India, the police confiscated one from Calina Virgil, a Romanian national who lived in Bucharest, Romania, at a starred resort in Cavelossim-Mobor. Sections 6(1A) of the Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act of 1933 and Section 20 of the Indian Telegraph Act of 1885 have been used by the police to register an offense.

Team Goemkarponn MORJIM: The Anti Narcotic Cell conducted a narcotic raid at Morjim and have made their first arrest of the new year where in they have arrested a native of Kullu, Himachal Pradesh and have seized almost half kilogram of charas Worth Rs. 4.5 lakhs. The ANC sleuths received a tip off that a Himachal native will arrive in Goa with a consignment of charas in Morjim area after which the ANC officials maintained a discreet watch on the suspect and on Saturday night a trap was laid and successfully arrested the suspect and have seized 450 grams of…

Last Saturday, the bustling streets of Panaji were abuzz with an unexpected find—a solitary cannabis plant located near the popular Caculo Mall. The discovery sent shockwaves through Goa, a state often associated with sun-soaked beaches, vibrant nightlife, and, unfortunately, a growing drug culture. This incident stands out not only for its rarity but also for the implications it carries for the ongoing battle against drugs in the region. Historically, Goa has witnessed widespread government crackdowns on drug-related activities. Authorities have conducted numerous raids and arrests intended to dismantle the operations surrounding the possession and distribution of ganja, a term widely…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: In a decisive move to curb the illegal sale of fish, Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) Chairperson Girish Borker, along with MMC inspectors and Vasco police, conducted a surprise drive against fish wholesalers in Kharewado on the first day of the new year. The drive resulted in the seizure of fish from several outlets operating illegally in the area. Speaking to the media after the operation, Borker emphasized that the crackdown was necessary to protect the interests of vendors in the Vasco fish market, who have been struggling due to the burgeoning illegal trade in Kharewado. Illegal Operations…

Team Goemkarponn OLD GOA: The relics of St. Francis Xavier (SFX) have been revered by more than seven million devotees at the 18th Exposition at Se Cathedral in Old Goa, according to Fr. Henry Falcao, convenor of the Exposition Committee. “45 days have gone by so quickly,” stated Fr. Falcao. Today, January 4, is the final day of the devotion. There won’t be any adoration on January 5; instead, the relics will be taken to the Basilica of Bom Jesus on Sunday. On November 21st, we got began. The days have flown by. It was an amazing experience for me.…

Sydney: In a thrilling display of cricket at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), India has managed to take a significant 145-run lead over Australia at the end of the second day of the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This pivotal match saw India’s bowling attack, spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, dismantle the Australian batting lineup, while debutant Beau Webster’s half-century was not enough to stabilize the Australian innings. Main Body Section India’s dominance began early on the second day as they dismissed Australia for 181 runs, securing a slender four-run first innings lead. Jasprit Bumrah…