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Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Yuri Alemao has responded to Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant’s remarks regarding protocol. Sawant had noted that for the first time, the LoP did not accompany the Governor out of the House after his speech. Alemao countered this by stating that he does not need lessons on protocol, especially when his actions are in the best interests of Goa and its people. Alemao emphasized, “What happened yesterday was in the best interests of Goa and Goans, so I don’t think anyone needs to teach me protocol.” He further added that the opposition…

New Delhi: In a scathing critique, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the Congress government for its draconian measures and suppression of freedom during the Emergency period in India. Addressing the Rajya Sabha, Modi highlighted the egregious actions taken by the Congress, which he argued undermined the very spirit of the Constitution. The Emergency, imposed by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on June 25, 1975, and lasting until March 21, 1977, remains a dark chapter in India’s democratic history. Modi emphasized how this period was marked by the blatant suppression of freedom of speech, the targeting of artists and journalists, and…

New Delhi: In a significant gathering that promises to shape the future of the energy sector, India Energy Week 2025 is set to host an impressive array of global leaders, including energy ministers from over 20 countries and 90 CEOs of Fortune 500 energy companies. This event, spanning 1 lakh square meters, will be the second-largest energy gathering globally, underscoring its pivotal role in addressing the industry’s most critical challenges and opportunities. India Energy Week 2025 will take place from February 11 to 14 at Yashobhoomi, India’s largest convention and exhibition centre in Delhi’s Dwarka. The event is organized under…

New Delhi: In a recent development that has ignited widespread controversy, a US military aircraft carrying 104 Indian deportees landed in Amritsar, Punjab, on February 5, 2025. This event has highlighted the long-standing issue of Indian nationals being deported from the United States, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar revealing that a total of 15,756 Indian immigrants have been deported since 2009. The deportation has triggered a fierce response from Indian opposition MPs, who have criticized the government for its handling of the issue. Many of the deportees, hailing from Haryana, Gujarat, and Punjab, endured harsh conditions during their transportation,…

New Delhi: In a dramatic turn of events ahead of the Delhi Assembly poll results, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to poach AAP candidates with lucrative offers. Kejriwal alleged that 16 AAP candidates received calls offering them Rs 15 crore and ministerial positions to switch sides, a claim that has sparked a fierce backlash from the BJP. The allegations surfaced just a day before the counting of votes for the Delhi Assembly elections, scheduled for February 8. Kejriwal’s accusations have ignited a heated exchange between the two parties, with…

Thursday’s events in the Goa legislative assembly have highlighted the delicate relationship between the governor’s office and the state’s opposition parties. Following the commencement of the assembly session, opposition legislators chose to walk out as Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai began his address. This act of dissent was primarily a response to the government’s decision to limit the winter session to just two days, raising concerns about transparency and governance. However, the walkout raises an essential question: is it reasonable to anticipate that a governor would publicly criticize the government he represents? Historically, this has not been the norm in…

Mumbai: RBI Makes Historic Rate Cut to Revitalize Economy In a significant move to bolster the Indian economy, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a 25 basis point cut in the repo rate, marking the first such reduction in nearly five years. This decision, made by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) under the new governance of RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, aims to address both global and domestic economic challenges. Main Body Section The MPC, comprising three RBI members and three external members, unanimously voted to lower the repo rate from 6.5% to 6.25%. This rate cut is the…