Goemkarponn Desk MOLLEM: A 60-year-old two-wheeler rider from Jambolim, Mollem died after he accidentally fell into a roadside pit at Mollem yesterday night. The pits were allegedly dug as part of ongoing underground cabling work. Further details are awaited.
Goemkarponn Desk CANACONA: A man from Canacona was allegedly assaulted with a sharp weapon ( koita ) by three persons over property dispute at Poiguinim, Canacona on Aug 8. The victim identified as Antonio Pereira has received head injuries and is being treated at GMC Hospital. One of the accused, identified as Siddharth Mahale has been arrested while two other persons have been booked by Canacona Police.
The political landscape in Goa has been witness to an intriguing turn of events, with Goa Forward president Vijai Sardesai’s Sunday Samwad stirring up conversations and speculation about its potential impact on the INDIA alliance in the state. The recent gathering saw hundreds of Kudchadkar’s from Curchorem coming together for the “Sunday Dialogue” organized by Vijai Sardesai, indicating a significant show of support for the leader and his party. The timing of this event has not gone unnoticed, particularly in the wake of the 2022 assembly elections where Congress president Amit Patkar narrowly lost the constituency by a margin of…
Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Towards ensuring the inclusion and economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in Goa, the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and Goa Miles signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on August 6, 2024. Under the banner of Inclusive Goa this initiative sees the launch of the purple E-Rickshaw, which will operated through the portal of Goa Miles. The signing of this MoU between the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and Goa Miles marks a significant step towards empowering persons with disabilities. Present on the occasion were Hon’ble Minister for…
Goemkarponn Desk DELHI: Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte recently met with the Union Minister for Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat alongwith Secretary Tourism, Sanjeev Ahuja, IAS & Director-Tourism, Suneel Anchipaka, IAS to discuss a range of topics aimed at enhancing tourism outcomes in the state, including Goa’ plan as the first state in India to adopt Regenerative Tourism. A key focus of their discussion was the enhancement of international connectivity to Goa, which is seen as essential for attracting more global tourists. The Goa Tourism Minister stressed the importance of increasing direct international flights and improving connections to major global cities, which…
Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: A leadership workshop was held for the newly elected Student Council and class representatives of Don Bosco College, Panjim. The event featured two distinguished speakers who provided valuable insights and practical skills essential for student leadership. The first session was led by Ms. Rina Barreto Shankar, the founder and owner of Cheree Tree Concepts, a Brand Growth Agency. Ms. Rina focused on key aspects of leadership, including the power of delegation, the importance of resilience, and the significance of empathy, influence, and responsibility. She emphasized how effective leadership can be distilled into simple, actionable steps. Through her…
Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: The Government of Goa, in partnership with Bharat CSR Network, has officially launched the Smart Village Project of Shiroda Constituency. This landmark announcement was made during the recently concluded Swayampurna Goa CSR Conclave 2024. The Smart Village Project is a key component of the Swayampurna Goa initiative of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, Dr.Pramod Sawant. The project aims in transforming rural communities across the state of Goa through cutting-edge infrastructure, digital education, accessible healthcare and sustainable energy solutions. Present on the occasion of the launch were Shri. Subhash Shirodkar, MLA of Shiroda Constituency, Hon’ble Minister for…
