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Goemkapronn desk CANACONA: After multiple cases were reported in Gaondongrim village and neighboring areas, two individuals residing in Palolem, Canacona municipality, have contracted the dengue virus. A total of 45 dengue patients have been identified in various parts of Gaondongrim village, following the initial case detected in Ziltawadi ward. The recent discovery of two dengue patients in Palolem indicates that the dengue virus has spread to the municipal areas of Canacona. This information was provided by a source at Canacona Community Health Centre (CHC). The virus initially appeared in a migrant worker in Ziltawadi and has since spread to Satorlim,…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Travel and Tourism Authority of Goa (TTAG) today has welcomed the state government’s move to allow access to low-risk waterfalls for tourists with all safeguards in place. “TTAG would like to thank the state government for giving access to waterfalls with all safeguards in Place. This will ensure that the incomes of local businesses catering to such activities are sustained while also allowing Locals and Tourists to enjoy the Natural Beauty of our Forests,” said TTAG in a press statement. GFDC Chairman Dr Deviya Rane convened a productive meeting in the presence of Ganesh Gaonkar,Chairman of…

Yoga, an ancient Indian spiritual and physical practice, has gained immense popularity worldwide as a means to improve both physical and mental well-being. The practice of yoga is deeply rooted in the concept of self-realization and aims to harmonize the body, mind, and spirit. While yoga is often associated with physical postures and exercises, its benefits extend far beyond just the physical realm. Derived from the Sanskrit word ‘yuj,’ which means ‘union,’ yoga embodies the union of the body and the mind. It encompasses a diverse range of practices including postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation (dhyana), breath work, mindfulness,…

NEW DELHI: The industry has sought increased capex allocation for rural infrastructure and tax reforms to boost consumption in the upcoming Union Budget. The suggestions were a part of the pre-Budget consultations of India Inc with the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held on June 20. “We recommend continued focus on capex and fiscal consolidation with an increased capex spending by 25 per cent over the revised estimate of FY24 at Rs 11.8 lakh crore. The enhanced capex may be considered for deployment in rural infrastructure such as irrigation, warehousing and cold chains,” Sanjiv Puri, President CII (Confederation of Indian Industry)…

NEW DELHI: The Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, has released Draft Guidelines for the Prevention and Regulation of Unsolicited and Unwarranted Business Communication, 2024, inviting public comments until July 21, 2024. These guidelines, aimed at mitigating the persistent issue of misleading and intrusive communications, particularly on mobile networks, are now open for feedback from stakeholders and the general public. The draft guidelines, accessible on the Department of Consumer Affairs website, were formulated following extensive consultations with key stakeholders including telecom operators, regulators, and industry bodies. Despite the existing Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference Regulations, 2018 (TCCCPR-2018) enforced by…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Ltd. (IPSCDL) celebrated International Yoga Day with a well-attended event at Yog Setu in Panaji. The event saw enthusiastic participation from senior citizens, IPSCDL staff and local residents, highlighting the community’s commitment to health and wellness. The yoga session was led by renowned instructors Ms. Trupti Nagvekar and Ms. Sonali Kubal, who guided the participants through various yoga asanas and breathing exercises. The instructors’ expertise and engaging teaching style ensured a fulfilling experience for everyone. A senior official from IPSCDL expressed satisfaction with the event, stating, “Today’s International Yoga Day celebration at…

Come June 21, Srinagar will witness Prime Minister Narendra Modi lead the International Yoga Day event from the banks of the Dal Lake. Not to be left behind, companies such as HDFC Ergo, SAP, TransUnion, Bajaj Electricals, and Tata Motors have announced yoga challenges, rolled out “desk yoga” modules, and activated employee wellness trackers. They are hosting in-house yoga sessions in the runup to the 10th anniversary of the United Nations-recognised event when most plan to turn their offices into yoga hotspots. That ties in with the year-long events and activities conducted at firms such as JP Morgan, Godrej &…