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BERLIN: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has criticised developed nations for failing to adequately honour their climate finance commitments, questioning the delivery of the promised $100 billion annual support for developing countries under international climate agreements. Addressing a roundtable at the Berlin Global Dialogue, Goyal highlighted the responsibility of wealthy nations for historical carbon emissions and called for greater financial and technological assistance to developing countries, particularly those facing significant challenges in transitioning to cleaner energy. Recalling the 2015 Paris climate conference, Goyal said developed countries had committed to supporting developing and less developed nations, including vulnerable island…

JAMMU: Security forces have uncovered a suspected terrorist hideout inside a natural cave and recovered six improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in the Kasblari area of Mendhar in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. The recovery was made during a search operation launched following specific intelligence inputs about suspected terrorist activity in the area. Troops searched the surrounding region and discovered a natural cave believed to have been used as a hideout by terrorists. During the operation, security personnel recovered six IEDs concealed in brown tape insulated containers, along with other equipment and materials suspected to be linked to terrorist activities. The…

New Delhi: Bhutan has inaugurated a new immigration terminal at Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), introducing automated e gates that allow eligible Indian and Bhutanese nationals to complete immigration clearance through biometric verification at the land border. The terminal was inaugurated by GMC Governor Dasho Dr Lotay Tshering and is part of the infrastructure being developed to support the city’s expansion and growing cross border movement between Bhutan and India. The biometric system verifies travellers’ identities against their registered information, allowing eligible passengers to clear immigration without routine manual processing. The facility is expected to reduce waiting times and make border…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has unveiled its AI Policy 2026 and launched a state hackathon as part of a major push to establish the state as a leading destination for responsible artificial intelligence and applied innovation in India. The announcements were made at the inaugural Goa AI Tech Conclave 2026, organised by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications at INOX Courtyard in Panaji. Held under the theme AI for People, Planet and Progress, the two day event brought together government representatives, technology companies, startups, researchers and students. Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant highlighted the importance of expanding AI…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Village Panchayat of Candolim has resumed its football academy programme for the new season, attracting registrations from more than 150 young footballers from the village. The initiative, led by Sarpanch Blaize Fernandes in association with Super 30 Football Academy, provides completely free football coaching to children from Candolim, ensuring that aspiring players have access to quality sports training. The programme focuses on strengthening grassroots football by offering structured training, professional coaching and opportunities for young players to develop their skills. It also aims to instil discipline, teamwork and sportsmanship while creating a strong foundation for their…

Team Goemkarponn OLD GOA: The Basilica of Bom Jesus at Old Goa will remain closed to tourists and visitors from 1 pm (13:00 hrs) onwards on Monday, October 26, 2026, due to a special religious service. According to a press release issued by the Rector of the Basilica of Bom Jesus, Fr. Jovito Ferdino D’Souza, S.J., the closure has been necessitated by the participation of people in the special religious service. The Rector has requested all government authorities, hotels, taxi operators, guides and tour operators to take note of the closure and inform visitors accordingly. The Basilica, which houses the…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The Department of History of Shree Mallikarjun and Shri Chetan Manju Desai College, Canacona, organised the investiture ceremony of the Arya History Club on the college campus. State award-winning teacher Gaurish Vernekar was the chief guest for the occasion. The programme commenced with the lighting of the traditional lamp, followed by the presentation of the Arya Anthem by the Arya Choir. Associate Professor Domitel D’Souza delivered the introductory address, outlining the objectives, vision and activities of the club. He highlighted the relevance of its initiatives in advancing the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, supporting…