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Team Goemkarponn Panaji: A Goan student short film, “Act to Achieve” by Mario Pimenta, has been selected for the 2025 Frome International Climate Film Festival. This prestigious festival, dedicated to raising awareness about climate change and the environment, is now in its fourth year. The festival received 1,148 entries from more than 100 countries, and “Act to Achieve” is one of the 356 films chosen for screening. The film will be showcased on May 18th at the Cheese and Grain venue in Frome, Somerset, UK. Act to Achieve” is an experimental short film directed by Mario Pimenta. The film encourages…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Congress Goa desk in-charge, Manikrao Thakare, firmly stated on Sunday that the party has no intention of re-admitting defectors, including the eight members who left in 2022 and the ten Congress leaders who joined the BJP in 2019. Addressing Congress workers in Margao, Thakare emphasized that the party doors are “100 percent” closed for those who have previously defected. He noted that the decision was made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, asserting that defectors would have no future in the party. Thakare was responding to questions from party members about the defection issue and the timely announcement…

Team Goemkarponn SOCCORO: Due to ongoing work for laying underground electricity cables, the road stretch from Socorro Church junction to Ambirna Ashram has been closed to four-wheelers and other heavy vehicles. Motorists who typically use this route for their journey between Mapusa and Panaji are being advised to use the NH-66 road or the new Bypass road as alternatives to avoid delays. In addition, traffic intending to move towards Porvorim from Socorro Church junction has been diverted via Salvador do Mundo road. Authorities are urging commuters to plan their routes accordingly and follow all detour signs to ensure a smooth…

Team Goemkarponn A tragic incident unfolded near Goa Shipyard at Vaddem, Vasco, after the body of a fisherman was found washed ashore. The deceased has been identified as Efrem Topno, a resident of Kharewada, Vasco and a native of Jharkhand. According to Vasco Police, the incident came to light after they received a phone call from an unknown caller alerting them about a body floating in the sea near the shipyard. Upon reaching the spot, authorities confirmed that the body had drifted ashore. Initial enquiries revealed that Topno was employed as a labourer on a fishing trawler owned by Oswin…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: Goa Health Minister Vishwajeet Rane announced that the State Government is working on a plan to establish a Primary Health Centre (PHC) in each of the 40 Assembly constituencies, aiming to strengthen healthcare delivery at the grassroots level. Addressing the media at a mega medical health camp held in Vasco, Rane said, “We are moving towards ensuring that every constituency is equipped with a Primary Health Centre. These may be bedded or non-bedded based on local requirements. For instance, Vasco will be provided with a. non-bedded PHC to enhance accessibility.” The camp, organised in the presence of…

Team Goemkarponn Mopa Airport Police have filed a case after a large illegal sand stockpile was discovered near Supriya Bar in Torxem. Approximately 600 cubic meters of sand were found to be unlawfully stacked at the location. Authorities are currently investigating the matter to trace the source of the sand and determine those responsible for the illegal storage. This incident raises concerns about the ongoing issue of illegal sand extraction and trafficking in Goa. The police are taking necessary steps to ensure that those involved in this illegal activity are held accountable. Further developments are awaited as the investigation progresses.

New Delhi: In a remarkable display of skill and resilience, Chain Singh has etched his name into Indian shooting history by securing a bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3-positions event at the ISSF World Cup in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This achievement not only marks India’s first medal at the event but also underscores the country’s growing prowess in international shooting competitions. Chain Singh’s journey to the podium was nothing short of remarkable. He navigated a challenging competition that included kneeling, prone, and standing positions, ultimately securing the bronze with a score of 443.7 points. Hungarian Istvan Peni took…