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Team Goemkarponn CURCHOREM: An 18-year-old youth lost his life in a tragic road accident near Ravindra Bhavan, Curchorem, in the early hours of April 19. According to police, information was received from GMC Bambolim at around 9.00 am stating that Jesval Diniz, a resident of Sanvordem, had been brought dead after being referred from Hospicio Hospital, Margao. Enquiry revealed that the accident occurred at approximately 5.30 am after a PCR call alerted Margao police about the incident. Further investigation by Curchorem Police indicated that the deceased, who was riding a scooter from Ambedkar Circle towards Shivaji Chowk, allegedly entered the…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: Margao Town Police have registered an offence under Sections 281 and 125 of the BNS, 2023, following a road accident reported in the Dramapur area. According to police, the case (Cr. No. 39/2026) has been filed based on a complaint lodged by Shambhu Das, a resident of Navelim originally from Bihar. The incident occurred on March 15 between 4.30 pm and 5.00 pm. As per the complaint, the accused, identified as Akhilesh Chawan of Dramapur, was riding a Yamaha Fascino scooter in a rash and negligent manner while travelling from Dramapur Junction towards Dramapur village. On reaching…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A case of rash and negligent driving has been registered following a serious accident on the Chimbel flyover in Tiswadi on April 14. According to police, the offence was registered on April 19 at 2.20 pm based on a complaint filed by Vinay Kumar N., a resident of Bangalore. The complainant stated that around 3.20 pm on April 14, he was driving a Toyota Innova (KA03ME2184) from Panaji towards Old Goa when the incident occurred. The accused, identified as Jolly Ninan, a resident of St Cruz, was allegedly driving a Hyundai Creta (GA07L5216) in a rash and…

“What makes this incident more troubling is that it appears disconnected from the ethos of the state. Goa is not accustomed to such confrontational narratives around religion. The social fabric here is built on acceptance, not assertion; on coexistence, not confrontation. When individuals make inflammatory remarks without understanding this context, they risk disturbing a balance that has been preserved for decades. The reaction from across sections of society reflects this concern. People are not just upset about a statement—they are worried about the precedent it sets.” For generations, Goa has stood as a model of peaceful coexistence, where Hindus, Christians…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI/VASCO/MARGAO: A major controversy has erupted across Goa following alleged derogatory remarks against St. Francis Xavier, with police registering an FIR and political leaders from across parties calling for immediate and decisive action. The Vasco Police have booked Gautam Khattar under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for allegedly hurting religious sentiments during a public event. The complaint was filed by Congress leader Peter D’Souza, who termed the incident unacceptable and demanded accountability not just from the speaker but also organisers and those present. The issue escalated further after a second video surfaced from an event in Panaji,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has called for maintaining communal harmony in the wake of the controversy surrounding remarks against St. Francis Xavier, while confirming that an FIR has been registered against Gautam Khattar. Addressing the issue, Sawant appealed to organisers of public events to exercise responsibility while inviting speakers from outside the state. He stressed that due diligence must be ensured so that no statements are made that could disturb Goa’s long-standing communal peace. The Chief Minister stated that the police have already taken cognisance of the matter and registered a case following the controversial remarks. He…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has reiterated that education should not be treated as a profit-driven activity, stating that schools exist to shape students’ futures and contribute to their overall development. He highlighted that educational institutions have a larger responsibility of guiding students in their career paths, with teachers playing a crucial role in mentoring and preparing them for the future. According to Sawant, the focus of schools must remain on quality learning and holistic growth rather than financial considerations. In addition, the Chief Minister announced that a specialised Fire and Emergency Services course will be introduced in…