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Kolkata: The accident involving Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train in West Bengal’s Darjeeling district last month occurred due to wrong interpretation of signals by the goods train driver, according to a preliminary report accessed by NDTV. There were “lapses at multiple levels in managing the train operations under Automatic Signal Failures”, which led to the collision, said the report submitted by the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS). It gave a clean chit to the express train’s loco pilot. At least 10 people died and dozens others were injured as the Kanchanjunga Express was hit by a goods train near…

Goemkarponn desk PORVORIM: The unofficial extension of work to Drishti Marine and its role in beach safety management sparked a contentious debate in the legislative assembly regarding drowning deaths and scams. The starred question was put forth by Opposition Leader Yuri Alemao, who claimed that the failure of the lifeguard contractor was demonstrated by the ongoing beach drowning deaths, even after spending several crores. He also insisted that Drishti’s contract and its lifeguarding function be investigated by a retired high court judge. 56 people have drowned in the last two years despite the Tourism Department having paid the lifeguard contractor…

Port Louis: India on Tuesday reaffirmed its support to Mauritius on the issue of the Chagos Archipelago, a gesture which was swiftly appreciated by the island nation in the Indian Ocean. India’s explicit public support regarding the Chagos Archipelago was conveyed by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is here for a two-day visit for engagements with the leadership of Mauritius to cement the bilateral ties that are critical for the future of the Indian Ocean region. “As we look at our deep and enduring relationship, Prime Minister, I would like to again assure you today that on the issue…

USA: India is a “strategic” ally, and the United States is looking forward to continuing to develop that partnership, the Pentagon has said. Pentagon Press Secretary Pat Ryder made the remarks at a press conference in Washington on Tuesday. “India is a strategic partner, and we look forward to continuing to develop that partnership,” he told reporters in response to a question about how India’s Russia ties impact military ties between Washington and New Delhi. Responding to a question on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Ryder said, “When it comes to Ukraine and Russia’s illegal occupation and invasion of Ukraine. Ultimately, at…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: The Goa police have achieved a 98 per cent detection rate in crimes against women and children this year, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant informed the state legislative assembly on Tuesday. Sawant was responding to a Calling Attention motion moved by BJP MLA Michael Lobo, citing the murder of a senior citizen in his constituency, Calangute. A senior citizen was killed by an assailant in his house in Candolim village on Sunday. The accused has been arrested from neighbouring Karnataka, the chief minister said. During the discussion, he said police verification of all tenants has been made mandatory.…

Goemakrponn desk CANACONA: Pankaj Naik Gaunkar is installed as the 44th President at the Installation Ceremony of the Board of Directors of Lions Club of Canacona. Leo Bhavikar Naik is installed as the President of Leo Club of Canacona in a joint installation ceremony held at Molyma Resorts, Rajbag-Canacona on Sunday. The new team of Canacona Lions includes Secretary Yogita Vernekar, Treasurer Sajjan Naik Gaonkar and the Board of Directors and Canacona Leo Clubs Secretary Aadi Vernekar, Treasurer Sidhant naik Gaonkar were duly installed by IInd Vice-District Governor of District 317-B PMJF Lion Rajshekhar Hiremath. Earlier the outgoing president Gourish…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Leader of Opposition in the Goa assembly, Yuri Alemao, today called for strict warnings to be issued to IPS officers whose videos in discos and casinos were recently seen on social media. Speaking on the floor of the House, Mr Alemao said the law and order situation in the state is deteriorating, with criminals acting without fear and some police officers allegedly involved in criminal activities. “There is no fear in the minds of criminals…several instances of police’s involvement with criminals have come to the fore,” Mr Alemao alleged, adding that videos showing IPS officers in discos…