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Goemkarponn Desk PORVORIM: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant declared that the government would be changing the law to ensure that Goans would always have a job in the private sector. His remarks follow criticism of two pharmaceutical companies, Encube Ethicals and Indoco Remedies Ltd., for holding interviews in Maharashtra for positions at their Goa plants. In response to backlash from the public and the CM’s intervention, the recruitment drive was canceled. “We know exactly what we want. Locals are given preference when hiring, and in the next legislative session, we will amend the current Labour and Employment Law as needed.Instead of…

Goemkarponn Desk PORVORIM: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant emphasized on Friday the significance of confirming land ownership prior to making any purchases and declared that any buildings constructed on government land in Mayem evacuee property after 2014 will be demolished. Following his chairing of a review meeting at the Secretariat, Sawant declared, “Government will not tolerate illegal constructions.” According to him, there have been instances of land dealers and agents selling and developing illegally on marked plots of property. He reaffirmed, “These plots and any structures on them are illegal and will be demolished.” Before making a purchase, CM also recommended…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI:The Directorate of Agriculture is fully prepared for the upcoming Kharif/monsoon season. The Directorate has made extensive arrangements to support farmers and ensure a successful farming season. It is informed that to enhance agricultural productivity, high-quality paddy seeds of varieties Jaya, Jyothi, and Karjat are now available at all seed outlets across the state, offered at a 50 percent subsidy. Farmers are advised to replace their paddy seeds every three years to achieve higher yields. Additionally, seeds of various vegetable varieties are available to the public at a 50 percent subsidy, encouraging kitchen gardening. For the ploughing of…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Suspension of Bicholim Sub-Registrar over Vedanta Mining Lease Registration and subsequent warning given to Mayem Residents of demolishing their Houses appear to be the act of “Chief Manager of Vedanta” and not the Chief Minister of Goa. Anti-poor and Pro-rich Agenda of the BJP once again stands exposed, charged Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao. Reacting to the Decision of the Government to suspend the Sub-Registrar of Bicholim over the alleged delay in registering the Mining Lease, Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao demanded that the Law Department should clarify if such delay has happened for the first time…

Goemkarponn Desk NEW DELHI: “SUNFLOWERS WERE THE FIRST ONES TO KNOW”, a course end film by Chidanand Naik, a student of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), received the Cannes’ La Cinef Award for Best Short at 77th Cannes Film Festival in France. The winner was officially announced on 23rd May 2024 at the festival where the student Director Shri Chidanand Naik received the award. The film has been directed by Chidananda S Naik, shot by Suraj Thakur, edited by Manoj V and sound by Abhishek Kadam. This is a historic moment for the Indian Cinema. Indian films have…

Goemkarponn desk SALIGAO: The Department of Tourism, Govt.of Goa, organized the Goa Heritage Festival 2024, a three-day extravaganza dedicated to celebrating the state’s rich culture and heritage. The Festival was inaugurated at the Saligao Football Ground by Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte, alongside Saligao MLA Kedar Naik, Mayem MLA Premendra Shet, Siolim MLA Delilah Lobo, Aldona MLA Carlos Ferreira, Director of Tourism Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, and local Panchayat representatives. A large crowd of attendees witnessed the festival’s opening day and were greeted with dynamic performances by the acclaimed bands Sky High and Pure Magic. The vibrant set by Carlos and…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: In several areas of the State, unseasonal rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds persisted, with India Meteorological Observatory (IMD), Altinho, extending the yellow alert until Sunday, May 26. According to a forecast released by the IMD, light to moderate rainfall, a thundershower with lightning, and gusty winds of 30 to 40 mph were expected in the State’s talukas in the next one to three hours. Tree collapses and power outages have been reported in numerous locations. Another lightning strike was reported at Duler-Mapusa, where it partially damaged a house and its electrical appliances but did not injure any…