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Goemkarponn desk Margao: Travco Education has accomplished an extraordinary milestone by helping over 100 Goan students secure MBBS admissions this year, marking a historic moment in Goa’s medical education landscape. This unprecedented achievement is a testament to Travco’s mission to provide aspiring Goan doctors with global opportunities, regardless of financial barriers or competition. The pre-departure orientation, held at The Venue, opposite Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, celebrated this remarkable milestone, with students, their parents, and Honourable MLA of Fatorda constituency Shri Vijai Sardessai. The event was opened by Dr Dorothy de Albuquerque, Managing Director of Travco Education, who warmly welcomed all present…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Goa-based hospitality chain, Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the launch of its latest property, Azalea by Stone Wood, a luxurious retreat set amidst the scenic beauty of Carmona in South Goa. Located just 700 metres from the pristine White Sands of Carmona Beach and within walking distance of Zalor Beach, the resort offers a serene escape for travellers seeking relaxation and tranquillity. The launch of Azalea by Stone Wood strengthens the brand’s presence in Goa, a destination known for its stunning beaches, historic churches, and vibrant local culture. Azalea by Stone Wood offers…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: As part of the global celebrations for World Tourism Day, the Travel and Tourism Association of Goa (TTAG) and Skal International, in collaboration with Goa Tourism, have organized a series of exciting and enriching activities on 27th September to highlight Goa’s cultural and historical heritage. With this year’s theme focusing on Tourism & Peace, three exclusive Heritage Walks have been curated to offer a deep dive into Goa’s rich history and local life. These walks are open to all, providing a unique opportunity to explore Goa like never before. In addition to the heritage walks, an exciting…

Chennai : Rishabh Pant announced his Test comeback with a blistering hundred in the second innings against Bangladesh in Chennai. The wicketkeeper-batter scored 109 off 128 deliveries and forged a 167-run partnership with Shubman Gill, helping India challenge the visitors with a mammoth 515-run target. Pant was at his fluent best while facing the Bangladesh attack on the third day of the first Test. Resuming innings at 34 off 67, the left-hander reached 82 off 108 by the end of the first session. Pant shifted gears after the lunch break, scoring 18 runs in 16 balls to notch his 6th…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Goa Kala Rakhonn Mandd today has demanded a white paper on Kala Academy and an inquiry by a retired High Court judge. The group today also submitted a memorandum to Chief Minister Pramod Sawant during which he assured to form a committee of experts, with a report due by Friday. While the CM assured them that reports from GSIDC and IIT would be reviewed and a committee would be formed with representatives from Kala Rakhonn Mandd, GSIDC, and PWD, the group insisted on the inclusion of non-government members, citing a lack of trust. CM also assured…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Directorate of Education (DoE) today has raised concern over increasing instances of corporal punishment in schools. The department has directed all institutions to adopt a Zero Tolerance Policy towards corporal punishment, training for teachers and counselling support for students. The Directorate of Education directs all the Educational Institutions in its jurisdiction to adopt the directives i.e. Zero Tolerance Policy towards corporal punishment, any violation of this policy should be immediately addressed. “Awareness and Training to organize regular training sessions and workshops for teaching and non-teaching staff to emphasize positive and constructive disciplinary practices.Reporting Mechanism students to…

Goemkarponn desk THIVIM: Villagers and activists criticised the Investment Promotion Board (IPB) for choosing to give World Peace University a preliminary license to operate on property owned by Comunidade of Thivim. The villagers said that it seems that the government is attempting to seize comunidade land in the name of promoting investment, as seen by its acceptance of the plan to build a private institution on two lakh square meters of ground. “Ahead of time, the Investment Promotion Board also received land. To what extent does this assist us is the question. There seems to be a sales conspiracy. The…