Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant laid heartfelt tributes to the First Chief Minister of Goa Dayanand Bandodkar on his Jayanti at Old Secretariat & New Secretariat. CM said that Bhausaheb Bandodkar laid the foundation of modern Goa with a focus on Primary Education & Healthcare till the last mile. CM said that Bhausaheb Bandodkar’s contribution & wisdom shall continue to inspire generations to dedicate for the development of the state.
Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa’s most awaited spring festival, Shigmo, is set to bring the streets alive with a spectacular display of culture, tradition, and celebration. As the festival unfolds from March 15 to March 29, 2025, various towns across the state will witness processions of vibrant floats, traditional folk dances, and immersive performances that showcase Goa’s rich heritage. The festivities will commence in Ponda on March 15, followed by Margao on March 16, Quepem on March 17, and Curchorem on March 18. On March 19, the celebrations will reach Shiroda, continuing to Calangute and Bicholim on March 20, Vasco on…
Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao on Wednesday urged Goa Legislative Assembly Speaker Ramesh Tawadkar to maintain the democratic process by allowing Opposition MLAs to raise the issues and give equal right during the forthcoming assembly session. Cuncolim MLA Yuri Alemao wrote to Speaker Ramesh Tawadkar stating it is essential that Private Members Business is not skipped, specially when the assembly session is summoned for just two or three days which is starting Monday. “This would unfairly deprive elected representatives of their rightful opportunities. Instead, as per Rule 31, an alternative day of the week should be…
Team Goemkarponn Panaji: SV’s Sridora Caculo College of Commerce & Management Studies, Mapusa, and Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts & Science, Margao, emerged victorious against their respective opponents in Goa University Inter Collegiate Cricket Men Championship 2024-25. In the first match, SV’s Sridora Caculo College of Commerce & Management Studies defeated Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda, Margao, by a convincing margin of 46 runs. After winning the toss, SV’s Sridora Caculo College elected to bat first, posting a total of 165/8 in 20 overs. Sai Madgaonkar was the standout performer with a score of 45(35), while Sabaji Dalvi contributed…
Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a bid to restore order and ensure public safety, several businesses in Panaji have come together to address the growing concern of unauthorized stalls and parked vehicles obstructing footpaths. This issue not only hampers the free movement of pedestrians but also affects the operations of legal businesses in the area. On February 12, 2025, a letter was submitted to the Commissioner of the Corporation of the City of Panaji, the Superintendent of Police, the Traffic Cell, and the Police Inspector, Panaji Police Station. The letter, signed by S. K. Adani of Adani Ventures, along with other…
Team Goemkarponn CALANGUTE: BJP MLA Michael Lobo today urged his government to adopt English as medium of instruction in government run primary schools to ensure these schools don’t close down. “I urge the government to introduce English as a medium of instruction in government primary schools, alongside compulsory Konkani and Marathi languages,” said Lobo He specifically requested this change for schools started by late Bhausaheb Bandodkar, citing that some students are opting for other schools due to the lack of English medium instruction, which may lead to government primary schools shutting down. “Parents prefer English MOI and govt primary schools…
“For some, the entanglement with a spiritual persona ensures that their philanthropic efforts are seen in a positive light, masking their greed under a facade of spirituality. The association with these godmen can offer the wealthy a way to bolster their image while perpetuating a cycle where genuine spirit and social conscience are obscured by self-interest. Another aspect contributing to the allure of godmen is the psychological need for guidance and support in an increasingly complex world.” In recent days, Goa has found itself embroiled in a troubling case involving fraudulent individuals masquerading as “godmen.” The Mandrem Police arrested…
