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“The past five years have seen rapid shifts in how news is consumed. Audiences are no longer passive recipients. They question, challenge and demand accountability not just from those in power, but also from those who report on it. In such an environment, credibility is built slowly and can be lost in an instant. For Geomkarponn News, the trust of its readers and followers has been its most valuable asset. That trust has not come easily. Independent journalism does not have the cushion of large corporate backing or institutional security. It relies on consistency, accuracy and the willingness to stand…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: In a tragic incident, a girl student from a school in Guirim lost her life after being struck by a hockey ball during practice on the school ground. According to available information, the incident took place on the last day of practice while the student was playing on the field. During the session, the hockey ball reportedly hit her, causing serious injuries. School authorities and others present immediately rushed the injured student to the District Hospital in Mapusa for medical treatment. However, despite efforts by doctors, she later succumbed to her injuries. The incident has left the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Cooperation Minister Subhash Shirodkar on Thursday said the state government is in the final stages of examining the financial and regulatory records of the Tirumala Tirupati Multistate Co-operative Credit Society Ltd., with a decision on restoration of its licence expected shortly. Speaking to reporters, Shirodkar stated that the society has recently submitted additional documents sought by authorities and that officials are currently evaluating its financial condition and compliance status before arriving at a conclusion on reinstating its licence. The Goa government had earlier withdrawn the society’s No Objection Certificate (NOC) in February 2026 after identifying multiple irregularities,…

New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that India voluntarily halted Operation Sindoor on its own terms, asserting that the country remains fully prepared for a prolonged conflict if required. Speaking at the ANI National Security Summit 2.0, he emphasised that the decision to stop the operation was strategic and not due to any limitation in capability. Operation Sindoor was launched as a response to the Pahalgam terror attack, targeting multiple terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir. Singh highlighted that the operation showcased unprecedented coordination among the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, reflecting a shift toward integrated…

New Delhi: India may need to recalibrate its conventional missile strategy in response to rapidly evolving global conflicts and regional security challenges, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said while addressing the ANI National Security Summit 2.0 in New Delhi. He pointed out that recent developments, particularly in West Asia and shifting military dynamics in neighbouring regions, have altered traditional assumptions about missile usage. According to Singh, missiles are no longer confined to strategic deterrence alone, with their role expanding into conventional battlefield scenarios. This shift, he noted, requires India to rethink its approach and adapt to emerging realities in modern…

New Delhi: Iran has reaffirmed that the strategically significant Chabahar Port project remains firmly on track despite ongoing sanctions, with its envoy to India emphasizing steady progress and long term regional benefits. The development of the port, seen as a crucial gateway for India’s access to Central Asia and Afghanistan, continues without interruption, alongside rapid advancement of supporting infrastructure. The envoy highlighted that the Chabahar Zahedan railway link is nearing completion, with around 90 percent of the work already finished. Once operational, it will connect the port to Iran’s national railway network, strengthening trade corridors and boosting regional connectivity. Additional…

New Delhi: Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a phone conversation with India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to discuss the evolving situation in West Asia, with a focus on ceasefire developments and broader regional stability. The discussion came shortly after Araghchi’s high-level visit to Moscow, where he engaged in extensive talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of ongoing diplomatic outreach. During the call with India, both sides reviewed the latest developments related to the ceasefire and exchanged perspectives on bilateral ties, as well as regional and global concerns. They also agreed to remain in close communication…