Team Goemkarponn CHAPORA: A fire destroyed a storeroom-turned-shed at Chapora. An estimated Rs 2.5 lakh was lost. Manohar Chari is the owner of the storehouse. It was around two in the morning when the fire started. Two bikes were completely destroyed in the fire, along with the water tank, washing machine, etc. It is still unknown what caused the fire. The investigation is still ongoing.
Team Goemkarponn PANAJI. Chief Minister, Dr Pramod Sawant has extended his best wishes to devotees and pilgrims on the occasion of the decennial Exposition of the relics and the feast of St Francis Xavier. In his message, he said, “We are fortunate to witness this practice of the decennial Exposition of the Sacred Relics of St. Francis Xavier. This Solemn Exposition held every ten years is an opportunity to introspect on the teachings of the Saint and an occasion of spiritual renewal and also a time to rekindle in the hearts of the laity the desire to be the messenger…
Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: The Government of Goa is working on the policy of health for all and therefore has laid thrust on strengthening infrastructure for the health sector. Apart from this the Government has provided various health cards to eligible citizen to avail necessary health service whenever required stated Chief Minister Dr.Pramod Sawant who was speaking at the handing over ceremony of Deendayal Health Care Hospital Building to Deendayal Janseva Pratishthan at Mantralaya, Porvorim. The Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. under CSR initiative constructed the building which was handed over today. Chief Minister speaking further said that the Government cares about…
Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A 60-year-old man from Karnataka was bitten by three stray dogs at south Goa’s Benaulim beach on Sunday, even as six missing children were united with their parents over the last weekend, that also witnessed one double rescue and multiple single rescues conducted by Drishti Marine lifesavers along the state’s coastline. Benaulim beach: After three stray dogs attacked the Karnataka native who was stepping into a shack at the Benaulim beach, the injured person was administered first aid to his right leg, which was bitten by the canines. He was later handed over to medical personnel from…
In a significant ruling last Tuesday, the Supreme Court dismissed a petition advocating for a return to paper ballot voting in Indian elections, reinforcing its stance on the integrity of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The bench, comprising Justices Vikram Nath and P.B. Varale, highlighted the pattern of allegations surrounding EVM tampering, which seemingly arise only when candidates or their parties face electoral defeat. The court noted that the narrative around EVM tampering often emerges prominently in the aftermath of electoral losses. “What happens is, when you win the election, EVMs are not tampered with. When you lose the election, EVMs…
Team Goemkarponn DHARGAL: Amidst divide within the villagers, Sunburn gets provisional approval from Dhargal panchayat to host their annual EDM Festival in the village. The application was passed by 5 votes against 4 during a special meeting held by Sarpanch at Dhargal Village panchayat. “Panchayat has given permission for Sunburn after consulting a legal advisor,” said Dhargal Sarpanch Satish Dhuma He also admitted to having succumbed to pressure from higher authorities to grant this permission. “Dhargal village panchayat has granted provisional permission for Sunburn. The decision was made with a narrow vote of 5 in favor and 4 against,” he…
New Delhi: Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar isn’t on board with how the ICC Champions Trophy saga has dragged on. A hybrid model has reportedly been agreed between all parties, though the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made a few demands to give their stamp of approval. PCB, who hold the hosting rights for the tournament, were hell-bent on organising the entire tournament in Pakistan but the recent meeting with ICC has seen them soften their stance. However, PCB has also reportedly demanded all ICC events, to be held in India, be organised in a hybrid model too. Akhtar, speaking…
