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New Delhi: As global trade tensions escalate with the imposition of U.S. tariffs, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has moved to bolster economic stability by cutting the repo rate to 6%. This strategic decision is set to make borrowing more affordable, particularly for those seeking home loans, amidst a backdrop of rising uncertainties in international trade. At the heart of this move is the RBI’s aim to inject liquidity into the economy and foster growth. The reduction of 25 basis points to 6% marks the second time this year the central bank has lowered the key rate, following a…

New Delhi: As the global trade landscape continues to evolve, India’s robust domestic demand is emerging as a beacon of growth, attracting foreign investment and international manufacturing. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently underscored this resilience in London, emphasizing how India’s economic strength lies in its ability to harness domestic efficiencies and competitiveness amidst global challenges. Sitharaman’s remarks at the High Commission of India highlighted India’s economic durability, particularly its status as the fastest-growing major economy over the past five years. This growth trajectory is largely supported by domestic consumption patterns and a demand for high-quality products, which have been fueled…

Team Goemkarponn PERNEM: In the picturesque setting of Pernem, a controversy has unfolded around the Tuem Hospital, a facility built with an investment exceeding ₹80 crore. The Tuem Hospital Action Committee is at the forefront of this issue, opposing the potential relocation of the existing Community Health Centre (CHC) to the new hospital premises and its proposed upgrade to a sub-district hospital. Their concerns arose after Health Minister Vishwajit Rane announced plans to relocate the CHC, which the committee argues undermines the original purpose of the hospital—providing enhanced health services linked to the Goa Medical College. The committee emphasizes that…

Team Goemkarponn MORJIM: Pernem Police has booked a Bangalore resident for rash driving and operating an uninsured vehicle after the video went viral on social media. On Tuesday, around 5 pm at Morjim, Pernem, a video surfaced on social media showing the accused performing dangerous stunts in a Fortuner car (HR-29-AE-8020), with occupants hanging out of the vehicle. One Sayed Riyan (25 yrs, R/o Bangalore) was booked under Sec 184(f) & 196 of the MV Act for rash driving and operating an uninsured vehicle. The vehicle and the accused were traced at Calangute by Calangute PS staff. During the inquiry,…

Guwahati: In the heart of Tibet, a monumental hydropower project is unfolding, one that promises to be the world’s largest dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River. This megastructure, heralded as a potential game-changer in renewable energy, has ignited a firestorm of concerns in India and Bangladesh. The fears are not unfounded; experts warn that the dam could unleash devastating floods or drastically reduce water flow, threatening the livelihoods of millions downstream. BJP MP Tapir Gao from Arunachal Pradesh has voiced these concerns vociferously, likening the dam to a “water bomb” poised to wreak havoc on the region. His warnings highlight…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The agricultural sector in the State contributes significantly to the economy, providing employment, generating income, and driving economic development, especially in rural areas said a young progressive farmer from Dharbandora Varad Samant today. On the directions of the Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant the Taluka Nodal Officers and Swayampurna Mitras under the Swayampurna Goa Programme visited Shri Varad Samant farm in Dharbandora to study the farming methods and technologies used by Shri Samant in his farm. This will help to disseminate the information and knowledge to other farmers so that they may adopt effective ways of enhancing…

Team Goemkarponn SANKHALI: Government College of Art, Science and Commerce, Sakhalim, recently hosted a series of enriching extracurricular activities designed to provide students with hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of their academic subjects. Political Science Department Organizes Educational Trips. The Department of Political Science organized two notable study trips for its students. The first was a visit to a local TV Channel, offering students an opportunity to observe media operations closely. This trip was a part of the practical component of the syllabus, bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. Shri Ajit Ghadi and Ms. Shruti Naik, Assistant Professors in…