Claiming investigative prowess, Goa Police recently announced an impressive detection rate of 96.67% concerning heinous crimes in 2024. Out of the 180 serious offences reported, 174 were solved, a statistic that on the surface seems like a commendable achievement for law enforcement agencies. However, the numbers take on a more disconcerting tone when one examines the corresponding conviction rates, which remain dismally low. Understanding the broader context requires a closer look at Goa’s crime statistics. As of the end of December 2024, the police recorded a detection rate of 87.98% for all Indian Penal Code (IPC) cases, successfully resolving 1,844…
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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that Prime Minister Modi has recently hailed the rise in rural consumption in India, mentioning about the recent household consumption expenditure survey. There is a tangible reduction in poverty as per an SBI study released. “Our vision is to empower rural India by transforming villages into vibrant centers of growth and opportunity. I am confident that the development of villages will lead to the realization of a developed India.” Modi said. This major change in rural India has been discussed amid preparations for the Union Budget. Goa’s consistent strides in securing rural…
New Delhi: Republic Day 2025: Culture Ministry Highlights India’s ‘Creative Economy’ On January 26, 2025, as India celebrates its 76th Republic Day, the Culture Ministry’s tableau will take center stage at the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi, showcasing the country’s vibrant ‘Creative Economy’. This year’s theme aligns perfectly with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Vikas bhi, virasat bhi’ (development with heritage), emphasizing the transformative power of traditional arts, crafts, cinema, and performing arts into significant economic drivers. The tableau, crafted by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), will feature several artisans and performers, highlighting the…
New Delhi: As the world’s eyes turn to India, the country is set to host the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup from January 13 to 19 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi. This landmark event, organized by the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) and the International Kho Kho Federation (IKKF), will feature 20 men’s teams and 19 women’s teams from 23 countries, marking a significant milestone in the sport’s global journey. Leading the charge for India are Pratik Waikar and Priyanka Ingle, who have been appointed as the captains of the men’s and women’s teams, respectively.…
New Delhi: In a shocking turn of events during India’s 2024-25 tour of Australia, veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced his immediate retirement from international cricket following the drawn third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane. This unexpected decision has left many in the cricketing world stunned and has raised several questions about the team’s management and strategies. Ashwin, who did not feature in the Brisbane Test, made his announcement in the post-match press conference, marking the end of a illustrious career that saw him take 537 wickets in 106 Test matches, placing him second only to Anil Kumble in India’s…
New Delhi: The Henley Passport Index 2025 has unveiled a landscape of changing travel freedoms, highlighting notable shifts in global mobility. India’s passport ranking has taken a hit, dropping five places to 85th, while Singapore solidifies its position at the top with unprecedented visa-free access. Intro Section: The latest Henley Passport Index 2025 reveals a significant drop in India’s ranking, from 80th to 85th, reflecting broader trends in global travel mobility. Singapore has reclaimed the top spot, offering its citizens visa-free access to an impressive 195 destinations worldwide. Meanwhile, the United States has plummeted seven places to 9th, a decline…
Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: For over three years from now, Goa sets to achieve 21,200 rooftop installations in the State with total solar power generation of 65MW by 2027 under its ambitious Goem Vinamulya Vij Yevjan scheme- a scheme that is aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Under the scheme, the State has so far received 4,500 applications while feasibility of 4,460 applicants has been approved for Rooftop installation. The data shows, till date, 477 rooftops have been installed with a total capacity of 4.55MW of solar power. Total of Rs 30 lakh State subsidy is…