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New Delhi: The much-anticipated merger of Vistara into Air India is set to move forward with the final approval for foreign direct investment (FDI) from Singapore Airlines (SIA) expected as soon as Saturday. This approval will allow SIA, which held a 49% stake in Vistara, to acquire a 25.1% stake in the merged airline by investing ₹2,059 crore. The Tata Group will hold the remaining 74.9% stake in Air India. According to a TOI report, all necessary approvals from regulatory bodies, including the Competition Commission of India (CCI) and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), are already in place.…

Panaji: August 23, 2024 The Government is committed to provide necessary support, whether it be through facilitation, clearances, or partnerships, to ensure that CSR investments yield meaningful and lasting outcomes stated Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, who was speaking as chief guest at CSR TIMES 11th National Summit, CSR Times Awards ceremony organized by CSR TIMES at Raj Bhavan Dona Paula in Goa yesterday. The theme of the Summit was Empowering States Through Sustainable Development. Highlighting the initiative of the Government to drive the State through CSR funding, he said this approach engages companies to fund projects in…

Goemkarponn Desk VASCO: Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar said a majority of issues raised by farmers and house owners in the area had been resolved, while concerns of land owners would be heard again by the Goa State Wetlands Authority (GSWA). “All people are happy and convinced about the Maimollem lake wetland declaration. There were small doubts among people regarding their houses, but many realised that their houses were in the grey area and would remain unaffected,” said Salkar. “The issues of farmers are resolved because we have told them that they can cultivate the fields. The only issue is regarding…

Goemkarponn Desk VASCO: Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar has extended his support to Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar on the Maimolem Wetland issue, asserting that the project will significantly benefit local farmers by boosting agriculture and preserving the water body for future environmental needs. Speaking after felicitating Vasco-based athlete Swapnil Dawre, who recently secured the first place in the ICN trophy at Telangana, Amonkar emphasized the importance of the wetland in enhancing agricultural productivity and protecting the ecosystem. Amonkar, however, criticized Congress leaders, including South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes, accusing them of politicizing the issue to serve the interests of a…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: The Department of BBA Travel & Tourism at Don Bosco College, Panjim signed an MoU with Bajaj Allianz on 19 August 2024. Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Limited is a joint venture between Allianz SE, the world’s leading insurer, and Bajaj Finserv Limited. The reputation, expertise, stability and strength of this alliance is their driving force. As one of the leading general insurers of India, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance caters to individuals across demographics of the country and the corporate sector with its wide range of products, from personal accidents to marine insurance and everything in between.…

Goemkarponn Desk VASCO: The two-day public hearing on the proposed declaration of Maimollem Lake Wetland ended in Vasco on Friday, with 98 registering suggestions and objections on the second and final day. A total of 156 people have filed statements during the two-day public hearing by the Grievance Committee of the Goa State Wetlands Authority (GSWA). While residents demanded protection of rights and privileges for farmers, land owners and house owners, the Grievance Committee of GSWA maintained that major confusions in the minds of people had been addressed during the public hearing. The committee also added that other issues would…

Goemkarponn Desk ZAMBAULIM: In a heartbreaking incident, an 18-year-old boy from Baina, identified as Mohammed Shabbir Khan, drowned at Pantyaar, a water body in Zambaulim, on Thursday afternoon. According to sources, the tragedy occurred while Khan was on a picnic with his family. Witnesses reported that Khan was caught by strong currents and tragically pulled under the water. Despite immediate efforts, the young man could not be saved. His body was recovered two hours later with the assistance of local residents and officials from the Fire Department. The incident has left the community in mourning, highlighting the dangers of water…