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Team Goemkarponn VARCA: The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, has taken serious cognizance of a recent incident involving illegal activities along the Varca beach stretch. A video clipping dated 18/06/2025, submitted to the department, reveals a vehicle (JCB) engaged in unauthorized sand extraction and alteration of natural dune features, actions that are strictly prohibited under the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification issued under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the Goa Tourist Places Protection and Maintenance Act, 2001. The illegal activity constitutes a clear violation of environmental norms and has prompted the Department of Tourism to forward the matter…

By Irfan Iqbal Gheta Goa CM Dr Pramod Sawant has cracked the whip at last. The wait is over. The suspense has ended. Shri Govind Gaude Ji – now former Art & Culture Minister – has received the pink slip from his boss. In other words, he’s been dropped from the Dr Pramod Sawant-led cabinet. This development follows Shri Govind Bab’s controversial speech, which hinted at corrupt practices within the ministry — a ministry held by none other than you-know-who. The move is significant. It demonstrates CM Dr Pramod Sawant’s firm grip over his cabinet. These marching orders leave no…

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant recently issued a stern warning to industries allegedly indulging in labour exploitation, stating that strict action would be taken against violators. He further advised industries to hire Goan contractors and provide more jobs to local youth, claiming that there are “ample job opportunities” in the state. On paper, this may sound like a well-intentioned move to address unemployment. But in practice, it reveals a deep disconnect between political rhetoric and ground reality. Let’s be blunt, Goa doesn’t have a job availability crisis. It has a job attitude crisis. Private industries in Goa are struggling, not because…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has warned that strict action will be taken against industries indulging in labour exploitation. He pointed out that while there are ample job opportunities in the state, many people are reluctant to join due to lack of job security. To address this issue, Sawant urged industries to employ Goan contractors, stating that they are better positioned to provide employment to local youth. “Industries must understand the ground reality. Goan contractors can ensure fair employment practices and help reduce unemployment among locals,” the CM said. In a major welfare push, the Chief Minister announced…

New Delhi: In the wake of the tragic Air India Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has intensified oversight of the airline’s Boeing 787 fleet. The crash, which resulted in the deaths of 241 people onboard and 29 on the ground, marked the first-ever fatal accident involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner globally, resulting in what is known as a “hull loss”—complete destruction of the aircraft. Since the incident, a total of 66 Dreamliner flights have been cancelled within just six days. The cancellations are part of a larger effort to conduct thorough…

New Delhi: India’s premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has weighed in on the ongoing debate between Test cricket and T20 leagues, offering a balanced perspective on the growing preference among younger fast bowlers for the shorter format of the game. In a candid conversation with former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik on Sky Sports, Bumrah reflected on the changing priorities of modern-day pacers, especially in an era where the strain of red-ball cricket often clashes with the commercial and physical appeal of T20s. “We do not hide behind a bat,” Bumrah said, highlighting the physical demands of fast bowling. “You have…

New Delhi:  In a major relief ahead of the new football season, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee has officially lifted the transfer ban on Mohun Bagan Super Giant, clearing the path for the iconic club to sign players during the ongoing window. The ban, originally imposed on May 5, stemmed from the club’s non-payment of dues to Australian striker Jason Cummings’ former club, Central Coast Mariners. However, prompt and meticulous action by Mohun Bagan helped resolve the matter swiftly, setting them apart from similar cases that dragged on for months. A club official revealed that Mohun Bagan submitted a detailed 107-page…