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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Congress leader Sunil Kawthankar has raised concerns over what he described as a delay in police action against individuals accused of posting derogatory content on social media targeting Hindu deities. Referring to multiple complaints reportedly filed at various police stations, Kawthankar questioned why no arrests have been made so far. He said the lack of immediate action could undermine public confidence and potentially embolden those attempting to disrupt communal harmony. In his statement, Kawthankar urged Goa Police to take suo motu cognisance of the matter, act promptly against the accused, and seize electronic devices involved to prevent…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: A Vasco court on granted six days of police custody to YouTuber Gautam Khattar, who is facing charges over alleged derogatory remarks about St Francis Xavier. Khattar was apprehended in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district after Goa Crime Branch officials traced his location during their investigation. Following his detention on April 24, Goa Police obtained a transit remand a day later and brought him to the state on Sunday via Manohar International Airport. Security was heightened around the Crime Branch office amid fears of public unrest, with several locals gathering to demand strict action. After landing in Goa,…

Team Goemkarponn SALVADOR DO MUNDO: A large group of residents, environmentalists, and villagers assembled at Salvador do Mundo hill to protest against what they claim is the destruction of forest land for a proposed construction project. The demonstration was organised under the banner “Our Forest, Our Future – Save It Before It’s Gone,” drawing participation from members of the Save Goa Environment group and locals from nearby areas. Protesters alleged that nearly 35,000 square metres of privately classified forest land is being cleared, raising serious concerns about ecological damage. Many locals expressed distress over the potential loss of biodiversity, including…

Team Goemkarpomm PANAJI: Forest Minister Vishwajit Rane said the Goa government will complete a detailed factual report on private forest areas by May 30, following which it will be placed before the National Green Tribunal (NGT). Speaking to reporters, Rane stated that the exercise is intended to ensure an accurate and fair evaluation of private lands. He acknowledged that several landowners were affected due to discrepancies in earlier demarcation exercises and stressed that the current process is being carried out with full transparency to rule out any manipulation. As per the State’s guidelines, land can be classified as private forest…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: The two-day Mormugao Summer Fest concluded on Sunday on a vibrant note, drawing an overwhelming response from people across the taluka, with crowds far exceeding expectations and the venue packed to capacity. Organised under the leadership of MLA Sankalp Amonkar, the event witnessed enthusiastic participation from locals and visitors alike, turning the festival grounds into a lively hub of music, culture and entertainment. The closing day saw the presence of Minister Subhash Faldessai, Minister Subhash Shirodkar and BJP State President Damu Naik, adding prominence to the occasion. One of the key highlights of the evening was a…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Goa convened a State Coordination Meeting under the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) at the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Porvorim, on Thursday, bringing together key stakeholders to accelerate the rollout of the initiative across Goa. Delivering an overview of the scheme, Prof. Niyan Marchon, Program Director at DHE and Goa State Nodal Officer for PMIS, outlined its objectives and implementation framework. The presentation highlighted the scheme’s role in enhancing youth employability, reviewed progress under Pilot phases 1 and 2 since 2024, and presented a strategic roadmap…

Team Goemkarponn OLAULIM: Tension is brewing in the Olaulim-Pomburpa belt of North Goa as residents and environmental groups voice strong objections to alleged destruction of forested land in the area. Villagers claim that a sizeable stretch of privately owned forest, known for its rich biodiversity, has been subjected to extensive clearing activity. The issue has sparked protests, with locals demanding transparency and urgent action from authorities. According to residents, heavy machinery was brought into the site, resulting in removal of trees and disturbance to the natural terrain. Concerns have also been raised over reported incidents of burning vegetation, which activists…