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New Delhi: As the nation grapples with the implications of delimitation, a crucial issue that threatens to redraw the political landscape of India, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has sounded a clarion call. He has requested a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the potential consequences of delimitation on parliamentary seats, a concern shared by many opposition parties. The fear is palpable that southern states, which have successfully controlled their population growth, may find their representation in parliament diminished—a scenario that could significantly alter the balance of power in India’s legislative bodies. The backdrop of this appeal…

New Delhi: In a remarkable display of regional solidarity and rapid response, India has launched Operation Brahma, a comprehensive humanitarian effort aimed at supporting earthquake-stricken Myanmar. Following the devastating earthquake on March 28, India swiftly activated its emergency response mechanisms, mobilizing an impressive fleet of six aircraft and five naval ships to deliver a staggering 625 metric tonnes of humanitarian aid to Myanmar. This operation embodies India’s commitment to serving as a “first responder” in the region, providing crucial assistance in the form of Search and Rescue (SAR) missions, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and medical support to those affected. Operation…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: With the continuation of pre-monsoon showers, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Goa has issued a Yellow Alert, predicting light to very light rainfall over the next two days. Despite the rain, heat persisted in Goa, with Panaji registering a maximum temperature of 34.2°C on Tuesday. The feels-like temperature reached 44°C, while Mormugao recorded a slightly lower maximum temperature of 33.4°C. The minimum temperatures across both districts fell to around 26°C. Ponda experienced approximately 9 mm of light rainfall, while Sanquelim and Panaji recorded 1.8 mm and 1.2 mm, respectively, classified as very light rain. The IMD…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a thrilling kickoff to the 18th Rebello Pandal All Goa Football tournament, Ambaulim Quepem secured a decisive 3-1 victory over JK Caterers Maina. This inaugural match set the stage for an exciting tournament, showcasing the skills of both teams at the St. Rita Church ground, Maina. The tournament, organized by Rebello Pandal Maina, began on a high note with intense competition between the two teams. Ambaulim Quepem’s early lead was crucial, as Selton Fernandes struck the first goal in the 5th minute with a powerful shot that left JK Caterers’ goalkeeper helpless. This initial success did…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Bombay High Court in Goa has closed a case brought by the All Goa Internet Service Providers Association that contested the Electricity Department’s “unjust” severing of fibre optic cables. The association decided to withdraw the case after reaching an agreement, which was communicated to Justices Bharati Dangre and Nivedita Mehta during the final proceedings. The court allowed the withdrawal and concluded the matter. The association claimed that, despite following the proper procedures, the Electricity Department acted in an arbitrary manner. It pointed out that its application for Right of Way (RoW), submitted on November 22, 2023,…

In a baffling turn of events, the CEO of Smart City, Sanjit Rodrigues, has stated that critical thoroughfares in Panaji—AB Road, 18 June Road, and Pandurang Pissurlekar Road—will not be included in the ongoing Smart City Mission. This announcement came just after the deadline of March 31, marking the completion of various projects under the initiative. During a recent press conference, Rodrigues emphasized that these roads could not be developed as part of the Smart City Mission due to the presence of central drains running beneath them. His remarks raised eyebrows, provoking questions about the rationale behind sidelining the very…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) has granted environmental clearance (EC) to previous mining leaseholders for managing iron ore dumps located outside their lease boundaries. In a recent meeting, SEIAA decided to issue an EC to Chowgule and Company Pvt Ltd for a five-year term, following the recommendations of the Goa State Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC), for the handling of ore dumps on a private property situated in Sirigao village in Bicholim taluka. The authority has instructed the Project Proponent to adhere to the State government’s dump policy, established on September 13, 2023, which sets…