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In a move that reflects the growing concerns over environmental and aesthetic degradation, the Goa government has taken decisive action to crack down on a troubling trend among tourists: the practice of roadside cooking. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has officially declared war on this practice, emphasizing that it has led to significant littering and raised serious environmental concerns. As many tourists flock to the picturesque beaches and scenic landscapes of Goa, the increasing sight of makeshift kitchens on the roadside has become inconsiderate, damaging the very essence of what makes this state a beloved destination. For far too long, the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI. A major IPL betting racket was busted by the Crime Branch in Goa, leading to the arrest of three individuals. The operation, which took place in the early hours of 5th April, saw the accused apprehended while accepting illegal bets on the ongoing IPL 2025 T20 match between Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians. The Crime Branch received a complaint on 5th April at 00:27 hrs from Assistant Sub Inspector Santosh Surya Govenkar. According to the complaint, the accused were caught red-handed at Shardha Apartment, located behind Chodankar Hospital in Alto Porvorim, Bardez, Goa. The incident occurred…

Team Goemkarponn DABOLIM: Goa, known for its warm hospitality and vibrant tourism, recently hosted a large group of Iranian tourists who departed from Dabolim Airport on Friday evening, carrying home cherished memories. Their visit, marked by a blend of cultural exchange, scenic explorations, and warm Goan hospitality, has paved the way for increased tourist inflows from Iran, with plans already in place for another visit during the next Navroz festival and possibly in November when Goa’s peak season begins. The first direct flight from Iran to Goa, carrying 140 passengers, arrived on March 19, during the Navroz festival holidays in…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: The operation of Berth No. 10 and 11 at Mormugao Port by Delta Ports Mormugao Terminal (DPMT) was officially launched by Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) Chairman Dr. N. Vinodkumar in the presence of senior MPA officials and representatives from DPMT on Friday morning. DPMT is a subsidiary of Delta Infralogistics Worldwide Limited (DIWL) which operates at various ports across India, including Goa. The company had earlier signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MPA for the operation and maintenance of Berth No. 10 and 11 under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model for a tenure of 30 years.…

Team Goemkarponn Dabolim: In a drive to safeguard public health, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) in Goa conducted a comprehensive inspection in the Alto Dabolim area, responding to a media post and a customer complaint. At the forefront of this initiative were Designated Officer Sanjyot Kudalkar, State Food Safety Officer (SFSO) Shailesh Shenvi, Food Safety Officer (FSO) Sonal Govenkar, and Shruti Pilarnekar. The team scrutinized various establishments, including restaurants, bakeries, and chicken centers, leading to the shutdown of three premises due to deplorable sanitary conditions. Another three outlets operating without licenses were issued stern notices. The inspection resulted in…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane has introduced a proposal to create think tanks aimed at improving the lives of various marginalized communities in Goa. These groups include Scheduled Tribes (ST), Scheduled Castes (SC), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and minorities such as Muslims and Christians. The minister emphasized that these think tanks would play a pivotal role in developing tailored strategies that ensure greater opportunities for these communities. Rane announced that the first think tank would be set up in his Valpoi constituency, focusing initially on the ST community. The think tank will include community leaders, thinkers, opinion makers,…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: South Goa Member of Parliament, Captain Viriato Fernandes, has raised serious concerns regarding transparency issues surrounding the Higher Pension Scheme under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) in Goa. In a letter addressed to the Minister for Labour & Employment, Fernandes has called for immediate action to address several critical challenges faced by citizens, especially senior citizens, who are currently being deprived of the full benefits of the revised pension scheme. In his letter, Fernandes outlined several key grievances that have led to widespread dissatisfaction among retirees who opted for the higher pension scheme. These grievances include…