The recent notification of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 by the central government has sparked widespread discussions and debates regarding its potential impact on curbing paper leakage and malpractices in public examinations and common entrance tests held across the country. This move comes in the wake of the alleged malpractices in prestigious exams like NEET and UGC NET, raising concerns about the fairness and integrity of these examinations. The primary objective of this Act is to address the critical issue of paper leaks and malpractices in recruitment examinations such as UPSC, SSC, as well as entrance…
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Goemkarponn Desk CAMPAL: Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Ltd. (IPSCDL) today unveiled the historic translocated Banyan tree at the Campal Parade Ground in Panaji on thee occasion of Vat Purnima. This significant event was graced by the esteemed presence of Rohit Monserrate, Mayor of Panaji, Daniel D’Souza, Landscape expert and other officials from CCP and IPSCDL. The translocation of the Banyan tree, a symbol of longevity and sustainability, is part of IPSCDL’s commitment to preserving the city’s natural heritage while promoting urban development. The tree, previously located at a site earmarked for development, was carefully moved to its new home…
Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Yeh Toh Hona Hi Tha! Lok Sabha elections over and insensitive BJP Government increases VAT on fuel. Petrol price hiked by Rs.1 per Litre and Diesel 36 paise per Litre. Roll back hike immediately. Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant must stop Wasteful Expenditure on Events and adopt Austerity Measures, stated Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao. Government wants to break the backbone of the common people. Recently they hiked the power tariff; today there is a hike in fuel prices. The reaction of the Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant that there will be no impact on the people…
Goemkarponn Desk DHARGAL: The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa celebrated the 10th International Yoga Day, embracing the essence of unity and well-being. The event, organized by the Department of Swasthavritta and Yoga & AIIA brought together staff, students, and the community at the Hospital Block of AIIA, Goa. The celebration began with a warm welcome to all dignitaries, including Chief Guest Mr. Suneel Anchipaka, Guest of Honour Smt. Jyoti Sardesai, Prof. Dr. Sujata Kadam, Dean, AIIA Goa and distinguished faculty members. Traditional rituals such as Deep Prajvalan, Dhanvantari Poojan, Sthavan, and Patanjali Sthavan marked the commencement of the…
Goemkarponn Desk PERNEM: Pernem police sub division office today organised a yoga session to celebrate International Yoga Day . SDPO Pernem Jivba Dalvi had organised this programme wherein all the police inspectors of Pernem Police Station, Narayan Chimulkar Mopa Airport Police Station and Mandrem Police Station along with Pernem Traffic Cell PI Vishwajit Chodankar and Mopa Traffic Cell PI Mahesh Kerkar were present. The programme was organised in assistance with Sadguru Yog Gurukul during which a total of 123 police staff participated in it along with students of schools from Pernem . Yoga teacher Kishore Kinlekar conducted the session. SDPO…
Goemkarponn Desk The Department of Tourism is set to host the annual grand celebration for Sao Joao at Helipad Dauji- Ella Old Goa on 24 June (10 AM-10 PM). The event will feature traditional music, dances, Goan cuisine, etc. Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, Director Tourism & Managing Director GTDC, stated, “The festival not only honors St. John the Baptist but also reinforces community bonds and celebrates the natural beauty and abundance of rains. Through this event, we aim to bring together locals and tourists to enjoy and cherish the Sao Joao festivities.”* Sao Joao is a traditional Goan festival celebrated with…
Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: It was a privilege to celebrate the 10th International Yoga Day with children with special needs, in alignment with the vision of our PM Narendra Modi. We discussed the profound importance of yoga in our daily lives and how it can be seamlessly integrated into our routines for better physical and mental well-being. With its ancient roots and holistic benefits, yoga promotes balance, flexibility and mindfulness, making it an invaluable practice for everyone, especially children with special needs. Children from various institutions, including Child Care Institutes, Bal Kalyan Ashram in Ponda, Matruchaya Homes in Ponda, Balika Kalyan…