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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, convened a press conference today to address public concerns and provide clarity regarding the ongoing development project in Old Goa under the Central Scheme PRASHAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive). The conference was chaired by Director of Tourism, Shri. Kedar Naik; Dr. Kishore Raghubans, Assistant Superintending Archaeologist, ASI; Dr. M. P. Balan, Executive Engineer (North), Project cell, SPV, GTDC and others. During the conference, Director of Tourism, Shri Kedar Naik, clarified that no mall is being constructed in the area. The project focuses solely on enhancing visitor facilities, including…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa’s Dr Manju Khandeparker and the men’s doubles pair of Pradeep Dhond and Tanaji Sawant delivered commendable performances, securing bronze medals at the 47th Yonex Sunrise Indian Masters National Badminton Championships at Peddem. In the Women’s Singles 60+ semifinals, Dr Manju put up an intense fight but fell to top-seed Manjusha Sahasrabuddhe (Maharashtra) [1], 18-21, 4-21. Meanwhile, in the Men’s Doubles 70+ category, Pradeep Dhond and Tanaji Sawant bowed out against Kerala’s Abdul Latheef Kunju and Cleflend Mendez, losing 9-21, 12-21. The prestigious championship, organized by the Goa Badminton Association under the aegis of the Badminton Association…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The FIR against Shrimat Shivananda Saraswati Swami of Kavale Math in a case involving the purported fraudulent sale of property in Kavale-Ponda has been canceled by the High Court of Bombay in Goa, which is a major blow to the Goa police. Surgeon Dr. P S Ramani and another individual filed the complaint, alleging that Shrimat Swami had produced fraudulent paperwork about the Math family’s property rights. Manohar Adpaikar, Avadhut Shivram Kakodkar, and Shrimat Swami were accused of fraud, forgery, and impersonation in the real estate transaction. The Ponda police argued throughout the court against the FIR…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Hundreds of people from Agonda protested against sealing of their tourism establishments in the village, before submitting a memorandum to the Dy. Collector, Canacona. First over a thousand people gathered at Shivsmarak outside KTC Bus-stand and then in a silent march to the Dy. Collectorate in solidarity with the 67 tourism establishments being sealed at Agonda beach-coast. A memorandum is submitted to the Dy. Collector, Canacona against the PIL petitioner and their action which is against the people’s interest and villagers livelihood. Displayed slogans as ‘You robbed olur blood and sweat, now face the fire!’, you stole,…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: In a significant stride towards renewable energy, Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) is setting up Goa’s largest solar power plant, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. The ambitious 3MWp solar power project is part of MPA’s vision to transform into a 100% solar-powered port, setting a precedent for green initiatives across the state. MPA Leads the Way in Renewable Energy MPA Chairman Dr. N. Vinod Kumar emphasized the port’s proactive approach in adopting renewable energy solutions. “MPA has demolished unused residential quarters to create space for the installation of a 3MWp solar plant. This will be the largest solar…

Team Goemkarponn CORTALIM: Concerned over the surge in crime in the Cortalim constituency, the Goa Pradesh Youth Congress (GPYC) submitted a memorandum to the Police Inspector of Verna Police Station highlighting the need for immediate action to curb criminal activities. GPYC Working President Mahesh Nadar, along with other office bearers, met the police officials and stressed the urgency of addressing rising incidents of violent crimes, including murders and assaults. “We met the Police Inspector of Verna and expressed our concern over the increasing crime rate. The recent attack on two individuals, Anil Muthamajhi and Jhusaya Mandal, in which the former…

Team Goemkarponn BAINA: The much-awaited Purument Pop-Up Market, organized by Goa Sudharop in collaboration with Ravindra Bhavan, Baina Vasco, was inaugurated by MMC Councillor Shami Salkar in the presence of Ravindra Bhavan Chairman Jayant Jadhav and other esteemed dignitaries. The market, which will be open to the public from March 24 to March 28, 2025, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM, aims to promote local Goan entrepreneurs and traditional artisans. Visitors can explore an array of authentic Goan products, including coconut oil, vinegar, prawn moll, fish para, balchao, pickles, papads, homemade sweets, clothing, jewelry, artifacts, spices, handcrafted pottery, and more.…