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Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In an interesting development in the ongoing dispute over coastal zone management in Goa, the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM) based in Chennai has filed a counter-affidavit with the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in Pune. This move is in response to objections raised by the Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) regarding the Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) and Coastal Zone Management (CZM) maps. The NCSCM, through its Acting Director Purvaja Ramachandran, has vehemently opposed the GCZMA’s objections, arguing that these challenges could undermine the legitimacy of the maps and the approvals granted by various…

The Rising Alcoholism — Each year, Goa records over 300 deaths due to liver cirrhosis, a condition predominantly linked to excessive alcohol consumption. — Of the 300 monthly deaths attributed to GMC, 30% are directly linked to alcoholism or alcohol-related incidents. — Previously, liver disease was more common among individuals in their 40s and 50s, but now cases are increasingly being diagnosed in people as young as their 20s. — Experts emphasize the critical need for raising awareness about alcoholism, particularly among students and the medical community. Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In the picturesque state of Goa, a disturbing health trend…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a heartening display of medical prowess and swift action, a preterm newborn born at just 26 weeks at Dr. Bhuvaji Hospital in Curchorem, Goa, was stabilized and safely transported to a specialized care unit, thanks to the diligent efforts of GVK EMRI’s emergency medical team. The baby, who was in respiratory distress with an oxygen saturation level of 77%, was expertly cared for by EMT Faye and pilot Milind. The emergency medical team sprang into action, providing oxygen support via a bag-valve mask and placing the baby in an incubator to prevent hypothermia. Throughout the transport…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a significant move to enhance healthcare facilities in Curtorim, Goa, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane convened a meeting to discuss the progress and future plans for the local health centre. The meeting, held in Curtorim, was attended by key stakeholders including Reginaldo Lourenco, the Hon’ble MLA for Curtorim and Chairman of the Goa Industrial Development Corporation, Dr. Rupa Naik, Director of the Directorate of Health Services, Pooja Madkaikar, Under Secretary, and Dr. Vallabh Nadkarni, Health Officer for Curtorim. The primary focus of the discussion was the establishment of a dialysis unit at the Curtorim Health Centre, a…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has announced the appointment of Dr. Pratiksha N. Khalap as the President of the Goa Mahila Congress, with immediate effect. The appointment was approved by the Hon’ble Congress President as part of the leadership restructuring for Mahila Congress units across various states and Union Territories. Dr. Khalap, a dedicated leader and committed advocate for women’s rights, will spearhead the party’s efforts to empower women and strengthen the Congress organization in Goa. Expressing her gratitude, Dr Pratiksha N. Khalap thanked Rahul Gandhi Ji, Priyanka Gandhi Ji, Alka Lamba, Girish Chodankar, Amit Patkar,…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa is all set to witness the Shiv Shahi – a mega play on Feb 22 at Housing Board Ground, Service Road, Porvorim Known first information about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in written format began in Goa. It was by a Portuguese traveller Cosme De Guarda. He was eager to know about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as most of the Gomantak citizens were praising and inspired by him. He travelled to Kolhapur and various forts and described his courage, humanity and skills of being an ideal king. His description of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s forts with its uniqueness in architecture…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In the aftermath of the recent Delhi elections, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Executive member Durgesh Pathak and Goa Prabhari Deepak Singla embarked on a crucial visit to Goa to evaluate the party’s organizational efforts. This trip marked the first high-level visit from the AAP national leadership to the state since the Delhi polls. Over the course of three days, Pathak and Singla conducted extensive one-on-one meetings with state office-bearers, gathering insights into the party’s local structure and challenges. Additionally, they held district-level meetings with constituency coordinators, reviewing progress reports from all 40 constituencies in Goa. Both…