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Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a heartening display of medical prowess and swift action, a preterm newborn born at just 26 weeks at Dr. Bhuvaji Hospital in Curchorem, Goa, was stabilized and safely transported to a specialized care unit, thanks to the diligent efforts of GVK EMRI’s emergency medical team. The baby, who was in respiratory distress with an oxygen saturation level of 77%, was expertly cared for by EMT Faye and pilot Milind. The emergency medical team sprang into action, providing oxygen support via a bag-valve mask and placing the baby in an incubator to prevent hypothermia. Throughout the transport…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a significant move to enhance healthcare facilities in Curtorim, Goa, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane convened a meeting to discuss the progress and future plans for the local health centre. The meeting, held in Curtorim, was attended by key stakeholders including Reginaldo Lourenco, the Hon’ble MLA for Curtorim and Chairman of the Goa Industrial Development Corporation, Dr. Rupa Naik, Director of the Directorate of Health Services, Pooja Madkaikar, Under Secretary, and Dr. Vallabh Nadkarni, Health Officer for Curtorim. The primary focus of the discussion was the establishment of a dialysis unit at the Curtorim Health Centre, a…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has announced the appointment of Dr. Pratiksha N. Khalap as the President of the Goa Mahila Congress, with immediate effect. The appointment was approved by the Hon’ble Congress President as part of the leadership restructuring for Mahila Congress units across various states and Union Territories. Dr. Khalap, a dedicated leader and committed advocate for women’s rights, will spearhead the party’s efforts to empower women and strengthen the Congress organization in Goa. Expressing her gratitude, Dr Pratiksha N. Khalap thanked Rahul Gandhi Ji, Priyanka Gandhi Ji, Alka Lamba, Girish Chodankar, Amit Patkar,…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa is all set to witness the Shiv Shahi – a mega play on Feb 22 at Housing Board Ground, Service Road, Porvorim Known first information about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in written format began in Goa. It was by a Portuguese traveller Cosme De Guarda. He was eager to know about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as most of the Gomantak citizens were praising and inspired by him. He travelled to Kolhapur and various forts and described his courage, humanity and skills of being an ideal king. His description of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s forts with its uniqueness in architecture…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In the aftermath of the recent Delhi elections, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Executive member Durgesh Pathak and Goa Prabhari Deepak Singla embarked on a crucial visit to Goa to evaluate the party’s organizational efforts. This trip marked the first high-level visit from the AAP national leadership to the state since the Delhi polls. Over the course of three days, Pathak and Singla conducted extensive one-on-one meetings with state office-bearers, gathering insights into the party’s local structure and challenges. Additionally, they held district-level meetings with constituency coordinators, reviewing progress reports from all 40 constituencies in Goa. Both…

Team Goemkarponn Calangute: In a tense and politically charged atmosphere, a special meeting of the Calangute Village Panchayat was held on February 20, 2025, to address a no-confidence motion against Deputy Sarpanch Geeta Laxman Parab. The motion, initiated by nine panchayat members, accuses Parab of several serious allegations, including supporting illegal activities, failing to cooperate with key developmental projects, and not adhering to an internal agreement regarding the rotation of the Deputy Sarpanch post among female ward members. The meeting, convened under Section 51 of the Goa Panchayat Raj Act, 1994, by the Block Development Officer (BDO) of Bardez, Prathamesh…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, the North Goa Police have successfully dismantled three major online scam networks that were deceiving tourists in the region. The first case involves a water sports scam where individuals were fraudulently selling tickets for water sports activities in Goa. Multiple complaints were received through the 1930 cybercrime portal and via email, with victims reporting that either the operators did not exist or the services provided were vastly different from what was advertised. Following a thorough investigation, FIRs were registered at the Panaji Police Station (FIR No. 21/2025, dated 10.02.2025) and Porvorim…