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Goemkarponn desk PORVORIM: The Electricity Department has started the process of temporarily disconnecting over 3,190 defaulters, including the Sports Department, numerous units under the Public Works and Water Resources Departments, the Corporation of the City of Panaji, and the Court of Civil Judge Senior Division & Chief Judicial Magistrate. At least 70% of the outstanding bills, totalling approximately Rs 312.60 crores, are from government agencies, businesses, and local governments. Information presented in the Assembly by Power Minister Ramkrishna Dhavalikar revealed that bills totalling between Rs 2.5 lakh and Rs 3.1 lakh, which is still outstanding, were created by lit staircases…

Goemkarponn desk PORVORIM: In order to secure about 35 hazardously abandoned quarries and mining pits in Goa, the government has approved funding. In order to barricade and trench entry points, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced that Rs 75 lakh had been approved and that an additional Rs 2 crore would be sanctioned under the District Mineral Foundation (DMF). This decision was made in response to multiple incidents and deaths that were reported at different pits and quarries throughout Goa. In order to stop more accidents, the opposition and locals have called for fencing and adequate police presence at these locations.…

The International Greenfield airport at Mopa has been in the news lately for incurring a substantial loss of over Rs 500 crore in the last two years. This revelation has sparked discussions about its potential impact on Dabolim and the aviation landscape in Goa. The figures shared by Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant in the Goa Legislative Assembly are indeed eye-opening and warrant a closer examination of the situation. According to reports, the Manohar International Airport at Mopa posted a loss of Rs 148.3 crore in 2022-23 and a staggering Rs 363.3 crore in 2023-24. To alleviate some of the…

Goemkarponn desk PORVORIM: Insufficient evidence led to the closure of nearly 18% of cybercrime cases over the previous five and a half years, especially in complaints involving financial fraud. Since 2019, there has been an alarming increase in cybercrime in Goa, with almost 150 cases reported overall. Many of the offences registered under the Information Technology Act are directed towards women and minors, even though the majority are related to financial fraud. In response to an unstarred question, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant submitted details indicating that approximately 27% of all cases are still pending trial and that no convictions or…

Goemkarponn desk Marcel: The Chikhal Kalo Mud Festival 2024 commenced with great enthusiasm and fervour at the Shree Devki Krishna Temple in Marcel, Goa. The formal inauguration ceremony was graced by Shri. Rohan. A Khaunte, Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, and Printing and Stationary; Shri. Govind Gaude, Hon’ble Minister for Art & Culture, Sports & Youth Affairs, RDA, Govt. of Goa; and Shri. Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, Director, Department of Tourism, Govt. of Goa. Rohan. A Khaunte, Hon’ble Minister for Tourism*, added, “Festivals like these not only promote tourism but also serve as a unifying force within…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Yug Prabhu (1), Ishaan Colaso (3), Yuvaan Sanke, and Kaushik Nair have advanced to the U11 Boys Semi finals at the Priority Gaspar Dias Open – All Goa Major Ranking Table Tennis Tournament 2024, taking place at the Gaspar Dias premises in Miramar. The tournament, featuring events in various categories is being organised by Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias in aegis with the Goa Table Tennis Association. On the opening day of matches, the Pre-Quarterfinals witnessed intense competition. Yug Prabhu triumphed over Rayansh Sawant with a clean 3-0 victory.  Shreysht Rane also secured a 3-0 win against…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Martial arts in Goa face a tapestry of challenges that test the mettle of its practitioners, from financial constraints to infrastructure limitations and seasonal disruptions. Despite the vibrant culture and scenic backdrop of Goa, the journey for martial artists is marked by hurdles that shape their pursuit of excellence. Financial constraints loom large, impeding the path of talented athletes striving to compete internationally. Limited funding for training, travel, and participation in global competitions often restrains their ability to showcase their skills on a broader stage. This financial barrier dims the aspirations of many promising talents, underscoring the…