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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a move to facilitate the construction of a service road on the existing Ribander bypass, the Executive Engineer, Work Division – VII (NH) PWD, Panaji, has announced the closure of the Left-Hand Side (LHS) Main Carriageway (MCW) of NH-748. The closure, which will affect all types of vehicular traffic, is scheduled to take place from April 9, 2025, to May 23, 2025. During this period, vehicles traveling from Ponda towards Panaji will be diverted onto the Right-Hand Side (RHSMCW) of NH-748 for a short distance. The diversion is aimed at ensuring the smooth and efficient completion…

Piyush Goyal assured the businesspersons that the government is “keeping India’s interests at the forefront” and expressed hope that the bilateral trade agreement will “power” the economy towards Viksit Bharat 2047. Mumbai: Union Minister Piyush Goyal has reaffirmed the Indian government’s commitment to prioritizing the nation’s interests in the ongoing discussions surrounding a bilateral trade agreement with the United States. Amid escalating tensions due to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, Goyal expressed optimism that this trade pact will significantly propel India’s economy toward the ambitious goal of Viksit Bharat 2047. Goyal emphasized that the negotiations are a continuation of…

Team Goemkarponn PONDA: Goa’s only zoological park, located within the Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, has been temporarily closed to the public following a suspected viral outbreak that led to the deaths of three civet cats and two jungle cats. The fatalities occurred between March 6 and 9, but the official quarantine order for the zoo was only issued on March 30. As a result, the zoo has been closed to visitors since April 1. In accordance with the Central Zoo Authority’s guidelines, precautionary measures, including a 15-day quarantine, must be implemented when more than one animal death is reported. Despite the…

New Delhi: After years of legal battles, Tahawwur Rana, a key figure accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, is finally being extradited to India. This development comes on the heels of the US Supreme Court’s rejection of Rana’s plea to stay his extradition, marking the end of his lengthy fight against deportation. Rana’s extradition represents a significant milestone in the pursuit of justice for the families of the victims of the brutal Mumbai attacks that left hundreds dead and many more injured. In a dramatic turn of events, Rana is being flown to India on a special plane. The…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant revealed that the Goa government is considering issuing an ordinance to legalize irregular land holdings, with the condition of strict adherence to the High Court’s guidelines. Speaking after a high-level meeting with ministers, officials, and the chief secretary regarding the court’s demolition order, Sawant made it clear that illegal constructions, including those on government land, would not be tolerated. “We are looking into the possibility of an ordinance to regularize irregular land holdings, but this will be done strictly as per the directions of the High Court,” the Chief Minister stated. He emphasized…

New Delhi: In a bid to mitigate the impact of President Donald Trump’s newly imposed tariffs, India is proactively engaging with the US administration to address trade issues. This diplomatic effort comes as the Reserve Bank of India announced a crucial 25 basis point cut in the repo rate to 6 percent, part of a broader strategy to stabilize the economy amidst escalating global trade tensions. The move underscores India’s efforts to balance internal growth with external pressures. At the heart of India’s monetary policy stance is a cautious optimism. The Monetary Policy Committee, comprising three RBI and three external…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: In a significant development following the deadly gunpowder storage fire and explosion in Naqueri on March 20, South Goa District Collector, Egna Cleetus, IAS, has revoked the No Objection Certificate (NOC) granted to Ms Hughes Precision Manufacturing Pvt Ltd, effective immediately. The decision follows a detailed inquiry into the incident and a report received from the Petroleum & Explosives Safety Organization (PESO), Mumbai. The Collector’s order highlights serious deficiencies in the company’s adherence to safety protocols, security standards, and regulatory transparency, citing systemic failures on part of the company. The revocation is also based on a letter…