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Team Goemkarponn PONDA: A 36-year-old man from Shiroda, identified as Nushish Naik, succumbed to injuries sustained in a self-accident that occurred at Khandepar. The incident came to light after casualty police at Goa Medical College (GMC), Bambolim, informed authorities of the patient’s death in Ward No. 108. According to police, the deceased was initially shifted to the Sub District Hospital in Ponda following the accident and was later referred to GMC Bambolim for further treatment. However, he passed away while undergoing medical care. An inquest panchanama was conducted, and a post-mortem examination was carried out. The police surgeon opined that…

Team Goemkarponn BENAULIM: Colva Police Station has initiated an investigation into a serious complaint lodged by a woman alleging forceful sexual intercourse and threats by a man who reportedly developed a relationship with her when she was a minor. The accused has been identified as Akash Lamani, 24, a resident of Baga. According to the complaint filed by the lady, the incidents are alleged to have occurred between November 2021 and the present day in Benaulim. The complainant stated that Lamani fostered a friendly relationship with her while she was still a minor, and subsequently, on different occasions, had forceful…

Team Goemkarponn PONDA: An elderly pedestrian sustained serious injuries after being struck by a car in Bethoda on June 23, 2025. The incident occurred when the driver of a Maruti Baleno, identified as Ratnakar Pujari (58), a resident of Bethoda, allegedly drove his vehicle in a rash and negligent manner. According to a complaint filed by Head Constable Ramdas Gawas of Ponda Police Station, the accused was driving from Ponda towards Bethoda when he hit 67-year-old Makbulsab Hajresab Navar of Casarwada, who was walking along the road. The driver allegedly failed to exercise due caution before the collision. The victim…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: A 50-year-old pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident near Dabolim Airport on June 23, 2025. The accused, identified as Ramesh Kumar Bind (37), a native of Uttar Pradesh, allegedly drove a trailer truck in a rash and negligent manner, endangering the lives of road users. According to a complaint filed by Head Constable Rajesh Bandekar of Vasco Police Station, the truck was proceeding from Shantinagar towards the Dabolim Junction when it struck Harekrishna Ray, a native of Bihar, who was crossing the road. The accused reportedly fled the scene without rendering any medical assistance or informing…

Team Goemkarponn SIOLIM: The Siolim São João Festival 2025 was celebrated with great enthusiasm and cultural pride, reaffirming its position as one of Goa’s most treasured traditional festivals. Organised by the Siolim Boat Festival Committee in association with the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, the event brought together dignitaries, local residents, and visitors in a vibrant celebration of heritage, community spirit, and creativity. The festival began with the opening performance by Johnny B Gud, accompanied by Reza, bringing energy to the stage with a spirited rendition of the São João anthem. This performance set the tone for an afternoon…

By Irfan Iqbal Gheta Goa is unique. It boasts many rich cultural traditions. Goa’s syncretic harmony is a model case study for the rest of India. What makes Goa so interesting and unique? Well, the answer lies in the Goemkar’s accommodative and tolerant nature, with an inherent respect for all faiths and their followers, transcending boundaries. There are many examples to support this point. At present, we are witnessing something so heartwarming that it restores our faith not only in humanity but also in the idea of India. Come June every year, one of the richest traditions plays out before…

In a landmark decision that could reshape the future of land-use governance in Goa, the Goa Bench of the Bombay High Court has quashed the Outline Development Plans (ODPs) of five villages, citing their conflict with the Regional Plan 2021 (RP2021). The Court has unequivocally directed the government to ensure that all planning conforms strictly to RP2021. This ruling is not just a judicial correction—it is a crucial wake-up call for a state grappling with the tensions between development and environmental preservation. At the heart of the matter is the delicate balancing act between growth and sustainability. The Outline Development…