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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Even as online fraud complaints continue to rise in Goa, cyber police have intensified enforcement, blocking 442 web links, 168 social media accounts, and 866 mobile numbers linked to fraudulent activities. Replying to a starred question tabled by MLA Govind Gaude in the Assembly, Chief Minister and Home Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant said complaints related to online banking frauds, investment scams, and impersonation cases have increased in the state. He attributed the rise to improved awareness and reporting by citizens following sustained outreach by Goa Police. To tackle the growing cyber threat, the Cyber Crime Police Station…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Bharatiya Janata Party Goa unit has congratulated leaders of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on their emphatic victory in the Rajya Sabha elections from Bihar. In a statement, BJP Goa extended felicitations to party National President Nitin Nabin and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on their election to the Upper House of Parliament. The party stated that their elevation would strengthen Bihar’s representation in Parliament and contribute to advancing Narendra Modi’s vision of a “Viksit Bharat.” Highlighting the results, BJP Goa noted that the NDA’s clean sweep of all five Rajya Sabha seats in Bihar reflects…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: A review meeting with Nodal Officers and Liaison Officers for the upcoming bye-election to the 21 Ponda Assembly Constituency was chaired by the Collector and District Election Officer, South Goa. The meeting focused on assessing election preparedness, with key discussions on randomization of polling personnel, strengthening inter-departmental coordination, and ensuring availability of logistics. Officials also stressed strict adherence to guidelines laid down by the Election Commission of India to facilitate a smooth and transparent electoral process. Authorities reiterated their commitment to conducting free and fair elections, with all necessary arrangements being streamlined in advance. The bye-election to…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A new edition of the novel Foler Rakhnno by late author Reginald Fernandes was officially released on March 16 by New Age Printers, the printing press of the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman. The book was launched by chief guest Tomazinho Cardozo, noted writer and former Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly, in the presence of guest of honour Rev. Dr. Fr. Socorro Mendes, Parish Priest of St. Anthony Church, Siolim. Other dignitaries included Fr. Myron Jeson Barreto, Fausto V. Da Costa, editor of Gulab magazine, and Salvador Fernandes, son of the late author. Originally published in…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Directorate of Education has made it mandatory for all government, aided, and unaided schools across Goa to prominently display the Child Helpline number 1098 on their premises. Officials stated that directions have already been issued to all school heads to ensure that the helpline number is displayed at visible locations within school campuses. Authorities have also urged that the number be placed at other prominent public places to increase awareness and accessibility. The move comes in the backdrop of the Supreme Court of India taking suo motu cognizance of the alarming rise in child rape cases…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Goa unit held a grand felicitation ceremony in Panaji on March 17 to honour party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal following his discharge in the alleged liquor policy case, while launching a sharp political attack on the BJP. The event saw participation from party leaders, volunteers, and supporters across Goa. AAP also felicitated its first CCP corporator Jack Sukhija and Zilla Panchayat winner Antonio Leao Fernandes for their recent electoral victories. Addressing the gathering, Kejriwal termed the case an “agnipariksha” for the party and claimed that despite allegations of ₹100 crore corruption, no…

Team Goemkarponn COLLEM: A violent assault involving a group of eight persons has been reported in Collem, allegedly stemming from previous enmity. According to a complaint filed by Monoj Velip, a resident of Shigao, the incident occurred on March 15, 2026, between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm. The complainant, along with Raviraj Velip and Prajay Gaonkar, was travelling on an Activa scooter from Voldem to Shigao when they were intercepted by the accused. Police stated that the accused—identified as Amir Gaonkar and Gopal Gaonkar, both residents of Voldem, Collem, along with six other unidentified individuals—formed an unlawful assembly and wrongfully…