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Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Chairman of Goa Rehabilitation Board and Cumbarjua MLA Rajesh Faldessai said that the foundation stone for the railway overbridge at Dauji, Old Goa will be laid on September 18. He was speaking after inaugurating the extension of the streetlight line at Gudeshwar Temple to Panch Manas in Carambolim on Wednesday. Also present were Carambolim Sarpanch Kusta Salelkar, Panch Angela Valadaras and others. “We had built a platform last year. Now we have undertaken beautification of this area with 20 new streetlights. I congratulate Salelkar, Valadaras and their entire team for undertaking this work as this will benefit…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant joined the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Directorate of Industries and the Vibrant Goa Foundation for the organization of the “Amazing Goa Global Business Summit.” CM said that this event promises to be a significant platform for fostering joint ventures, collaborations, and international trade opportunities for MSMEs and other businesses. He also said that it will emphasize sustainability and inclusivity by engaging self-help groups, startups, and the youth, aligning perfectly with the principles of Swayampurna Goa. “I am confident that the Amazing Goa Global Business Summit, scheduled for November…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Goa government on Wednesday announced that it would re-examine the permissions granted to real estate firms DLF and Bhutani Infra Project in the state, following protests by local residents. Town and Country Planning Minister Vishwajit Rane made the announcement and emphasized that his department would scrutinize permissions granted to DLF for a villa project at Reis Magos in North Goa district and to Bhutani Infra’s project at Sancoale in South Goa district. Permits will be revoked if there are violations of rules, Rane stated. Residents have voiced strong opposition to these projects, alleging massive hill cutting.…

Goemkarponn desk SANCOALE: The Startup & IT Promotion Cell, under the Department of Information Technology, Electronics, and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa, organized an event titled “Flip the Classroom: From Problems to Progress” at the BITS Pilani Campus in Sancoale. Originally starting as the Founders Club, a space designed for learning and networking, the initiative has evolved into a more dynamic and impactful program—Flip the Classroom. This event focused on providing startups with expert advice and actionable solutions to their real-world challenges. The event was graced by notable guests, including Ms. Rupali Chowdhary, Program Manager of IIT/IIM Institute and Alumni…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: As a part of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Department of Tourism, the Government of Goa, and the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), a field trip was organized for the students of AIIA, accompanied by Gavin Dias, General Manager, GTDC, Deepak Narvekar, Deputy General Manager Marketing/Hotels, GTDC, Chitra Vengurlekar, Assistant Tourist Officer, and Mr. Prasad Kavlekar, Manager Marketing, GTDC. Faculty Professor Dr. Yogesh Shinde and other faculty members and government officials. The trip served as an immersive experience of Goa’s rich cultural and wellness tourism landscape and a reminder of Goa’s true essence.…

Goemkarponn desk MARGAO: Ganesh Utsav is an auspicious and joyous festival celebrated by the people of the Konkan region. During this, many devotees travel to their hometowns within the Konkan belt to celebrate the divine Ganesh Festival with family and friends. In alignment with our commitment to ensuring safe and pleasant journeys for our passengers, Konkan Railway has undertaken several measures for the Ganesh Festival 2024. To accommodate the increased passenger traffic, Konkan Railway will be running 310 special train trips in coordination with the Central Railway, Western Railway, and Southern Railway. These special trains will operate from Udhna, Vishvamitri,…

— Conditional green light to controversial Goa Power Line — The two projects have held the states of Goa, Karnataka and Maharashtra at loggerheads for many years Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: In a meeting presided over by Bhupender Yadav, the Union minister for Forests, Environment, and Climate Change, the National Wildlife Board (NWB) has declined to grant wildlife clearance for the Kalasa Nala Diversion Project, citing ongoing legal challenges by the Goa government in the Supreme Court pertaining to the Mahadayi project. Additionally, in the 79th meeting of the Standing Committee of the NWB, it was also decided to grant approval…