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Team Goemkarponn PERNEM: In the early hours of Tuesday, a dramatic incident unfolded at Mahakhajan Dhargal, near the bridge, when an ambulance suddenly caught fire. The incident occurred around 3:00 AM, highlighting the critical importance of swift emergency responses. The ambulance, bearing the registration number MH 14 CL 0554, was en route to the Goa Medical College (GMC) with a patient when a short circuit in the vehicle triggered the fire. The driver, acting swiftly, managed to pull the ambulance to the side and safely evacuate the patients before calling for another ambulance from Goa. Pernem fire officer Jairam Shetgaonkar,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (SOTTO) Goa Medical College successfully hosted a state-level Ad Film and reel-making competition on the theme of organ donation. This initiative aimed to inspire filmmakers and content creators in Goa to explore the concept of organ donation and convey this vital message to a broader audience through their creative talents. The competition, announced in mid-January, garnered an impressive response with 25 Ad Films and 8 Reels submitted. A distinguished panel of judges, comprising Dr. Preeti Varghese, Joint Director, SOTTO Goa, Mr. Sachin Chatte, Film Reviewer of Goa, and Ms. Shraddha…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant move to address the issue of unauthorized dance bars in Calangute, the High Court has ordered a fresh site inspection to be conducted by the Deputy Town Planner of Mapusa-Bardez. This directive comes ahead of a scheduled hearing on February 20, where both the applicant seeking to deseal the premises and the original petitioners, Sudesh Mayekar and another, will be informed. The Deputy Town Planner has been tasked with preparing a comprehensive report based on the rival claims by March 3. This report will be crucial in determining the legitimacy of the structures used…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant move to bolster its real estate sector, the Goa Rehabilitation Board and Goa Housing Board have extended an invitation to NAREDCO Maharashtra, a prominent real estate developers’ body, to explore vast investment opportunities in Goa. This initiative was highlighted during NAREDCO Maharashtra’s Annual Members Meet 2025, held in Panjim, Goa, marking a decade of the organization’s Maharashtra Chapter. Goa, known for its vibrant tourism industry, is now emerging as a hub for business expansion, including real estate development. Aleixo Da Costa, Secretary of the Goa Rehabilitation Board, emphasized that Goa offers exponential potential for…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: In the bustling city of Vasco, a targeted campaign by the local traffic authorities has been making waves since the start of January. Under the vigilant eye of PI Shailesh Narvekar, the Vasco Traffic Cell has launched a stringent drive against motorcyclists using modified or “rocket” silencers, which are notorious for generating excessive noise pollution and violating traffic regulations. As of now, the authorities have booked 56 cases against riders caught with these illegal modifications. This special initiative is part of a broader effort to curb noise pollution and ensure public safety. Officials have emphasized their commitment…

Team Goemkarponn ASSONORA: Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant garlanded the bust of Hutatma Bala Raya Mapari the first Martyr of Goa’s freedom struggle, to commemorate his 70th Death Anniversary at a function organized by Dept. of Information & Publicity at Assonora. WRD Minister, Subhash Shirodkar, Fisheries Minister, Nilkant Halarnkar & others also paid floral tribute to Hutatma Shri. Bala Raya Mapari. Bala Raya Mapari was the first Freedom Fighter who laid down his life during Armed struggle against Portuguese rule. The Govt of Goa is set to build a House of Bala Raya Mapari & erect a Smarak to commemorate…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Tourism Development Corporation will celebrate Shiv Mahotsav on February 25, at Satpal-Sacorda, Dharbandora. GTDC Chairman Ganesh Gaonkar informed that the festival will have performances on Shiv Ganas with Dhol Tasha, performance on Shiv Stuti Nrutya Natika, Renowned Bharatnatyam artist Pavitra Bhat will present Bharatnatyam on Shiv Bhakti and will culminate with Ganga Arti ceremony. There will also be a live performance by legendary singer Sudesh Bhosle, he said. Asked about the festival, Gaonkar said the GTDC wants to promote hinterland tourism. “This festival is in line with the Isha Foundation festival which draws lakhs of…