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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, is the body’s immune response to airborne allergens, such as pollen, dust mite, molds and pet dander. When exposed to these triggers, the body releases chemicals such as histamine, leading to symptoms like sneezing, runny nose and nasal congestion. Some individuals exposed to these allergens also develop other allergic conditions like allergic conjunctivitis, atopic dermatitis (eczema) and asthma. Nasal allergies can be seasonal, flaring up during specific times of the year, or perennial, persisting year-round. Beyond the physical discomfort, allergic rhinitis can affect sleep quality, concentration and school performance, creating…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Forest Development Corporation Limited (GFDC) has invited bids from individuals and Self Help Groups for the collection of cashew nuts and cashew apples from the various cashew plantations under the jurisdiction of GFDC in the State of Goa. The form for registration of the bidders will be sold through the respective ranges on receipt of one-time non-refundable payment of Rs. 500/- (plus GST) per bidder/ SHG from September 23, 2024 to October 07, 2024 at GFDC, Range Office, Shelar, Canacona, GFDC, Range Office, Forest Colony, Quepem, GFDC, Range Office, Forest Colony, Ponda, and GFDC, Range Office,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Govt. College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Khandola, Rajaram and Tarabai Bandekar College of Pharmacy, Shree Mallikarjun and Shri Chetan Manju Desai College of Arts & Commerce, Canacona, Navelim Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts & Science, Govt. College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Quepem, Dempo Charities Trust’s Srinivasa Sinai Dempo College of Commerce and Economics, Cujira registered wins in the Goa University Inter Collegiate Football Championship 2024-25 for Men. At Goa University Ground In the opening match of the day at Goa University Ground, the Govt. College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Khandola received a walkover victory…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, organised an orientation programme for seven junior scale officers of the Goa Civil Service, in collaboration with the Goa Institute of Rural Development & Administration, today. The programme aimed to impart knowledge on agriculture and fisheries technologies developed by the institute. The officers were given an overview of different research and experimental units at the institute, including the rice block, integrated farming systems, pond fish culture, ornamental fish culture, animal units, and fodder block. They also participated in a demonstration of drone-based nano-urea application in the rice block.

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: It’s been four months now and the monsoon season is at the fag end yet the rains refuse to recede. On Tuesday, normal life was thrown out of gear as heavy to very heavy rains led to flooding in several parts of the State, along with incidents of waterlogging, tree felling and power outages. A major landslide was reported at Verna-Loutolim missing link thereby blocking traffic movement in both directions. However, no injuries or accidents were reported. The road access was blocked due to debris. Due to the heavy rains, Bicholim, Sankhali Sanguem, Sanvordem and Quepem areas…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: The Goa Civic and Consumer Action Network (GOACAN) has brought to the attention of the South Goa District authorities the lack of adequate safety signage at road works undertaken by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) contractor on the highway stretch from MES College junction to Dabolim Airport. In a letter addressed to South Goa Collector & District Magistrate, Asvin Chandru A, IAS, GOACAN highlighted various safety and traffic management concerns observed at the construction site. The organization cited complaints from the public about insufficient signage, which could pose a risk to road users. Following an…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: In a significant initiative to support housewives under the Griha Aadhar Scheme, sanction letters were distributed to 97 beneficiaries at an event held at the office of Cortalim MLA Antonio Vas in Manxer, Cortalim in the presence of Merciana Vas, Zilla Panchayat (ZP) member for Cortalim Constituency. Addressing the gathering, Vas encouraged more residents of the constituency to apply for the scheme and benefit from the government’s support to housewives. He expressed gratitude to the government for expediting the scrutiny of applications and providing timely assistance under the scheme. Vas also urged the beneficiaries to promptly submit…