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New Delhi: In a significant move to bolster social security across India, the government is crafting a comprehensive ‘universal pension scheme’ designed to benefit all citizens, regardless of their employment status. This initiative, currently under development in New Delhi, aims to bridge the gap in pension coverage, particularly for those in the unorganised sector, such as construction workers and gig workers, who lack access to large government-run savings schemes. The scheme will also be open to salaried employees and the self-employed, offering a voluntary and contributory framework without government contributions. The proposed scheme seeks to streamline India’s pension framework by…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The High Court Of Bombay At Goa today has issued notices to respondent Speaker of Goa Legislative Assembly and G8 MLAs. The notices were issued in petition filed by Dominic Noronha challenging order of the Speaker dismissing his petition to disqualify G8 MLAs. The further hearing has been adjourned for April 2. In his petition, Noronha has requested that the Speaker’s order, dated October 14, 2022, be quashed and set aside, claiming that the eight MLAs—namely, Digambar Kamat, Aleixo Sequeira, Sankalp Amonkar, Michael Lobo, Delilah Lobo, Kedar Naik, Rudolfo Fernandes and Rajesh Faldessai — had incurred disqualification…

CHICALIM: In a noble initiative to support those in need, SMRC’s V. M. Salgaocar Hospital, in association with Caring Souls Goa, Jain Engineer’s Society Goa Chapter, and GMC Blood Bank, is set to host a Blood Donation Camp on Sunday, 9th March 2025. The event will take place at SMRC’s V. M. Salgaocar Hospital, Off Airport Road, Chicalim, Goa, from 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM. This initiative aims to encourage community participation in saving lives through blood donation. Blood is an essential resource for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and trauma care. Every donation has the potential to make a…

New Delhi: In a bold move to reshape immigration policies, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to replace the EB-5 immigrant investor visa program with a new “gold card” system. This initiative, unveiled in Washington, D.C., allows wealthy individuals to purchase residency for $5 million, offering a pathway to U.S. citizenship. The decision comes as part of a broader strategy to leverage high-value investments to bolster the U.S. economy and reduce the national debt. The EB-5 program, established in 1990, has been criticized for its perceived vulnerabilities to fraud and low investment thresholds. In contrast, the “gold card” system…

New Delhi: In a series of events that have left Air India facing intense scrutiny, prominent political figures have come forward to express their dissatisfaction with the airline’s service. Recently, in New Delhi, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan shared his uncomfortable experience on a Bhopal-Delhi flight, where he was allotted a broken seat. This incident has sparked a wave of criticism, with another BJP leader, Jaiveer Shergill, labeling Air India as the “worst” airline due to its subpar service. Chouhan’s experience on Air India flight AI436 highlighted the airline’s failure to address basic passenger comforts. Despite being informed that…

New Delhi: On a day marked by heightened tensions over language policies, Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a gathering in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, where he acknowledged the rich heritage of the Tamil language. Shah’s visit to the state was met with protests, as he faced opposition from local parties over the central government’s stance on language issues. The Home Minister inaugurated BJP’s District Offices in Coimbatore, using the opportunity to sharpen his attack on the ruling DMK government. Shah began his speech by apologizing for not being able to speak in Tamil, one of the world’s oldest languages. This…

New Delhi: In a dramatic turn of events during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan’s Punjab Police has taken unprecedented action by dismissing over 100 officers for their failure to perform security duties. This move comes as the country hosts a major international cricket tournament for the first time in nearly three decades. The dismissals were made in Lahore, where the tournament is being held, and highlight significant security lapses that have raised concerns about accountability and preparedness. The dismissed officers were tasked with securing routes between Gaddafi Stadium and hotels where teams are staying. However, many were either absent…