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Singapore: In a significant move to bolster its carbon offset strategies, Google has entered into a groundbreaking agreement with Indian startup Varaha to purchase 100,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits. This deal marks Google’s inaugural foray into India’s CDR sector and is touted as one of the largest biochar CDR offtake agreements globally. The partnership highlights the increasing importance of nature-based solutions in corporate carbon mitigation efforts and underscores the potential of biochar in sequestering carbon dioxide. Main Body Google’s collaboration with Varaha involves the acquisition of CDR credits generated from biochar projects in India. These credits will…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Galgibaga Turtle Rehabilitation Centre (TRC), the headquarters of South Marine Range got its second pit with 116 eggs with the mother fflipper vising the shore as early as 4.30 am on Friday. The olive ridley eggs wee immediately shifted and protected as pit no.2 at the Nesting Site. Agonda TRC who opened its account with 65 eggs at its pit no.1 on 28th December, now has a total o 10 Pits at Nesting site which is incidentally brought back to its original site at Divanbhag. Last year turtle nesting season forest department were encountered with lots of…

New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at boosting the economy and improving the quality of life for central government employees, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the establishment of the 8th Pay Commission. This decision, announced just ahead of the 2025 Budget, is expected to have a profound impact on nearly 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners. The approval of the 8th Pay Commission is part of a broader strategy to address economic indicators such as inflation and ensure fair compensation for the government workforce. Prime Minister Modi emphasized the importance of this decision, stating that…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: 3 days after Chief Minister of Goa appealed to youths to develop leadership qualities, 70 year old Digambar Kamat is selected as Chairman of Margao Shigmotsav Samiti. Either Margao Municipal Council has mocked Dr. Pramod Sawant’s appeal or Chairmanship is Rehabilitation of Cabinet Berth Aspirant or this an attempt to sideline Bhandari Samaj Councillor Siddhant Gadekar, charged Madganvcho Awaaz & Youth Leader Prabhav Naik. Reacting to the selection of Margao MLA Digambar Kamat a Chairman of Margao Shigmotsav Committee, Prabhav Naik slammed Margao MLA for his self promotion and anti-youth mindset. Shigmotsav in Goa is basically a…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA – In one of its kind administrative approval conveyed by the government, Principal Chief Engineer (OWD), and Ex-Officio Addl . Secy to the Government of Goa to the work of “Design and Construction of 5 MLD Water Treatment Plant including Operation and Maintenance period of five years at Gavnem, Gaondongrim of Canacona taluka. The administrative approval amounting to Rs. 38.8 Cr comes after a decade of completion of Gavnem Dam(Gaondongrim) and that too with strictures/conditions. The four conditions that have come along with Administrative Approval (i) The tenders shall not be invited unless the land is acquired…

New Delhi: As the global stage braces for a potential trade war between the US and China, India’s manufacturing sector is feeling the pinch. China’s recent imposition of export restrictions on critical raw materials and components has sent ripples through India’s ‘Make in India’ program, exposing the country’s deep dependence on Chinese supplies. China’s preemptive measures, including bans on the export of gallium, germanium, antimony, and lithium extraction, are crucial for sectors such as solar cell production, semiconductor manufacturing, and electric vehicle (EV) battery production. These restrictions are not just aimed at the US but also impact any country using…

Mumbai: Bollywood Actor Saif Ali Khan Survives Brutal Knife Attack at Mumbai Residence In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the entertainment industry and beyond, Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed multiple times during a burglary attempt at his Mumbai residence early Thursday morning. The attack, which occurred at the Satguru Sharan building in the upscale Bandra area, has raised significant concerns over the law and order situation in Mumbai and highlighted the bravery of Saif Ali Khan in protecting his household staff. The incident unfolded around 2:30 am when an unidentified intruder broke into Saif Ali…