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Goemkarponn desk CHOPDEM: A 41-year-old Russian national was taken into custody and drugs valued at over Rs 1 crore were taken during a raid by the Goa police’s Anti Narcotics Cell (ANC) near the Chopdem circle on the way to Morjim in North Goa. Iurii Vitaliy Korytin, the accused, is presently living in Siolim and is unemployed, according to the police. Drugs weighing 1.7 kg and estimated to be hydroponic cannabis worth Rs 85 lakh have been seized by police. Additionally, drugs weighing 300 grams and estimated to be hydroponic weed pollens worth about Rs 18 lakh have been seized.…

Delhi: Realty major DLF will focus on expanding its business to develop residential and commercial projects and is entering new markets Mumbai and Goa to tap into growth opportunities, its Chairman Rajiv Singh said. In his message to shareholders in the annual report, Singh said the company will continue to focus on corporate governance, operational excellence and upholding the value of the company’s founders. “Our focus is to expand both our businesses, residential and commercial. The residential business continued its growth momentum, we witnessed an uptick in new sales bookings, coupled with record sales collections. “The markets response to our…

Goa, the small Indian state known for its stunning beaches and vibrant party scene, is working towards transforming its image into a region celebrated for its rich culture and tradition. An integral part of this transformation involves the participation in travel exhibitions, roadshows, and events both in India and abroad. These initiatives are crucial for highlighting Goa’s authentic heritage and showcasing its diverse cultural offerings to the world. Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, emphasized the significance of roadshows as a means to diversify Goa’s tourism base and attract a wider range of visitors. He highlighted the increasing interest in Goa…

Sri Lanka: Team India reached Sri Lanka on Wednesday ahead of the Women’s Asia Cup, which starts from Friday onwards. The defending champions, India will kickstart their journey towards a record-extending eighth Asia Cup title when they meet arch-rivals Pakistan at Dambulla on Friday. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) posted a video of the team-members, including Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Varma, Renuka Singh, Shreyanka Patil and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, showing the fun and banter they had throughout their flight from Chennai to Dambulla. “A journey filled with smiles and banter from Chennai to Dambulla! All set for…

Paris: French security forces began locking down large parts of central Paris on Thursday ahead of the hugely complex Olympics opening ceremony next week on the river Seine. The opening parade along six kilometres (four miles) of the river led to the closure of riverside central districts to most vehicles from 5:00 am (0300 GMT) on Thursday. Anyone wanting to enter the highest-security “grey zone” along both banks of the Seine, such as residents or tourists with hotel reservations in the area, will need a security pass in the form of a QR code. The City of Light is transforming…

Goemkarponn Desk: FC Goa are thrilled to announce the arrival of midfielder Dejan Dražić, who hence becomes the Club’s first-ever signing from Serbia. Dražić has penned a two-year contract with the Gaurs, which will see him wear the Club’s iconic orange during the upcoming 2024-25 season and beyond. This being his first-ever assignment outside of the European continent, the 28-year-old arrives on Indian shores to play for FC Goa after an impressive season with Cyprus-based Ethnikos Achna FC – where he notched six goals and 14 assists across 39 appearances in 2023-24. Born in the city of Sombor in Serbia,…

Goemkarponn desk PORVORIM: While Goa’s total marine fish catch decreased in 2023–24 as compared to the previous year, species such as tuna, cuttlefish, ribbonfish, and reef cod saw increases in capture. Nonetheless, the catch of Goa’s favourite species, such as seer fish, prawns, sardines, and mackerel, has decreased. Between 2022–2023 and 2023–2024, the state’s total fish catch decreased by almost 7,000 tonnes to 1,26,990 tonnes. Fisheries Minister Nilkanth Halarnkar responded to an unstarred question by stating that mackerel production decreased from 55,843 tonnes in 2022–2023 to 50,213 tonnes in 2023–2024. Sardines have also decreased, going from 23,719 tonnes to 18,022…