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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Crime Branch investigation into the 2025 Dona Paula and Mapusa dacoity cases has uncovered a chilling modus operandi allegedly adopted by a Bangladesh-based gang that carried out detailed surveillance of residential areas before striking. Police revealed that the accused would stay in secluded jungle patches and isolated areas near targeted localities for up to two days, carefully observing residents’ sleeping habits, family movement patterns and possible entry points into homes before committing the crimes. According to investigators, the gang deliberately avoided the use of mobile phones and electronic communication to prevent police from tracing them…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Marking Labour Day celebrations in Goa, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Thursday announced a major expansion of welfare measures for workers, including enhanced compensation benefits for construction labourers and the launch of five new social support schemes. Addressing a Labour Day programme in Dona Paula, the Chief Minister said the Goa government is committed to strengthening the social security network for workers and ensuring better financial protection for labourers and their families. Under the Construction Welfare Board, the government will now provide compensation of ₹50,000 to the family of a worker in the event of death under…

“Goa occupies a unique place in India’s constitutional landscape. Unlike most states, it inherited a Portuguese civil law system that continued after liberation in 1961. Over the decades, this distinct framework has often been celebrated nationally, especially by those advocating for a Uniform Civil Code. Goa is repeatedly showcased as proof that a common civil law regime can function in a deeply diverse country. But beneath this political symbolism lies a far messier reality. The Portuguese Civil Code that survives in Goa is not a polished model crafted for modern India. It is a colonial era legal structure layered with…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Goa Medical College Students Association successfully hosted its annual sports festival, ADRENALIX 2.0, on April 30, 2026, at Atal Stadium. The full day event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students representing various medical and nursing institutes across Goa, competing in a wide range of sports and games. The tournament featured events such as cricket, football, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, chess, tug of war, and even esports like BGMI, showcasing both athletic and strategic talent among participants. The competition remained intense throughout the day, with institutes battling for top honours across categories. In cricket, Bhumika Nursing College secured…

New Delhi: India continues to stand out in the global job market, recording the highest average salary increase among major economies, with appraisals touching around 9 percent for 2026. According to a survey by Aon, this places India well ahead of countries like the United States, China, and the United Kingdom in terms of annual pay growth. The report highlights that sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, non banking financial companies, and automotive are expected to offer the most competitive salary hikes. These industries are seeing strong demand for skilled professionals, leading to higher increments compared to the overall average.…

New Delhi: India has introduced significant amendments to its citizenship framework, bringing major changes for Overseas Citizen of India cardholders. The reforms signal a clear shift towards a fully digital and more structured system aimed at simplifying procedures and strengthening administrative oversight. The updated rules, issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, are designed to streamline key processes such as registration, renunciation, and cancellation of OCI status. By reducing paperwork and standardising procedures, the changes are expected to make the system more efficient and user-friendly. A central feature of the overhaul is the transition to a completely online system. Applications…

New Delhi: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has dismissed exit poll predictions suggesting a strong showing by the Bharatiya Janata Party, asserting that her party is set for a decisive victory in the 2026 assembly elections. Speaking in Kolkata, Banerjee expressed unwavering confidence that the All India Trinamool Congress will secure more than 226 seats in the 294-member assembly. She even indicated that the tally could exceed 230, citing strong public support and record voter participation. The state recorded an unprecedented voter turnout of over 92 percent, which Banerjee credited as a sign of the electorate’s faith in her…