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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Governor, P.S. Sreedharan Pillai honoured the individuals who have excelled in promoting konkani language across various vocations at Vocational Awards Ceremony organised by Rotary Club of Mapusa Elegance at a function held at Institute Menezes Braganza Hall, Panaji. Present on the occasion were Adv. Rtn. Adbrona Valadares, Club President Rtn. Raaj Khalap, Rtn. Sumedh Naik, Director, Vocational Services and Rtn. Paresh Rivankar, Club Secretary. Addressing the audience the Governor said, Rotary Club is a service oriented organisation. The Governor also said, Rotary Club is spread across the country, which creates a balanced program of service for…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant breakthrough showcasing the vigilance and efficiency of the Goa Police, a murder accused who had been absconding for 35 years was successfully apprehended in Raia, Salcete, Goa. Acting swiftly on crucial information received from Lodhika Police Station, Rajkot, Gujarat, the dedicated team from Maina Curtorim Police Station, under the leadership of PI Arun Gauns Dessai, sprang into action. The accused, identified as Basappa s/o Girimala, a native of Arakera K, Khalsa, Laxmipur, Yadgir, Karnataka, was wanted in connection with Crime No. 53/1990 under Section 302 IPC for a murder case registered in 1990. With…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Professor Subhash Velingkar on Tuesday said that the Marathi language faces a persistent struggle for recognition as an official language in Goa. He says “Despite its rich cultural heritage and historical significance, Marathi has been relegated to a secondary status, often treated as a “co-language” rather than being accorded the full rights of an official language. This situation has led to widespread dissatisfaction among Marathi speakers, who feel that their language is being marginalized.” The plight of Marathi is evident in several key areas: 1. Education: The closure of over 400 Marathi primary schools in the past…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a strategic move to enhance governance and development in Goa, Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant recently convened a high-level meeting at Mantralaya. The gathering, attended by the Chief Secretary, DGP, and other senior officials, focused on pivotal agendas for the upcoming State Budget and the 27th Meeting of the Western Zonal Council. The discussions underscored the CM’s commitment to addressing pressing issues across various sectors, from emergency response systems to judicial reforms. The meeting highlighted several critical areas of focus. Enhancing the 112 Emergency Response Support System was a key priority, aiming to significantly reduce response…

Team Goemkarponn SANKHALI: The Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that the sole intention behind making Konkani mandatory for government jobs was to prevent outsiders from applying and taking benefits. Maintaing that thr govt has not dome any injustice to Marathi language, Sawant said that Konkani being a Mother tongue it becomes our top priority to promote. “Konkani language is now mandatory for government jobs to prioritize locals and protect them from outsiders. This does not mean injustice has been done to Marathi,” said Sawant Sawant emphasized the value of Konkani in Goa, pointing out that the government has decided…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a thrilling display of athleticism and teamwork, S. S. Dempo College and St. Xavier’s College emerged as champions in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively, at the Inter Collegiate Volleyball Championship organized by Goa University. The event, which took place from February 18 to 21, 2025, at the Goa University Ground in Taleigao, Goa, saw a total of 31 men’s and 26 women’s teams competing for the top spots. The men’s final saw Dempo Charities Trust’s Srinivassa Sinai Dempo College of Commerce & Economics, Cujira, Bambolim, defeat Cuncolim Educational Society’s College of Arts & Commerce, Cuncolim,…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Vasco Rebels emerged as the champions of the inaugural Badminton Pro League 2025, defeating Mapusa Gladiators 120-111 in an exhilarating final at the Indoor Stadium, Campal, Panaji. In the third-place playoff, Panjim Priority Titans edged out Siolim HighFlyers 120-114 in another nail-biting contest. The league, organized by Panjim Boys in aegis with the Goa Badminton Association, brought together Goa’s top shuttlers in a first-of-its-kind city-based badminton showdown. Each match comprised of 8 doubles events played in relay format, featuring Men’s doubles, Women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles and Veteran Doubles. The Vasco Rebels team, owned by Praveen Shenoy was…