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Goemkarponn desk SACORDA: The Mines department has raided an illegal stone quarry operating at Sacorda. Locals, on the other hand, claim that illicit stone quarry activity takes place with political favour and the cooperation of government authorities. According to sources, the quarry operator was warned that officials were about to raid the stone quarry, and all equipment had been removed by the time the officials arrived. As a result, authorities from the mining department, Talathi, and a police force were unable to seize any machinery. According to residents, the stone quarry was fully operational during the monsoon season.

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Goa is set to become the first state to establish a Task Force Committee dedicated to the safety of medical professionals, following the recent tragic incident involving the rape and murder of a medical professional in Kolkata. In line with the Supreme Court’s guidelines, we are committed to ensuring the safety and security of our doctors at Goa Medical College (GMC). Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said the Task Force will be chaired by the Dean of GMC, Dr. S. M. Bandekar, and will include key members such as the Heads of Departments from Forensic Medicine, Obstetrics and…

New Delhi: Champai Soren, former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and veteran JMM leader, is set to join the BJP on Friday, announced Himanta Biswa Sarma in a late night post on X, hailing him as a “distinguished adivasi leader of the country”. Last week, the 67-year-old leader, who had to quit as Chief Minister to make way for Hemant Soren upon his release from jail, accused party leadership of insulting him and announced that he would soon decide on his next political course. Days after resigning, Mr Soren said he would have done more to develop the state had he…

Mumbai: An FIR has been registered against the contractor of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg which collapsed on Monday just eight months since it was inaugurated. The statue was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 4 in 2023. The FIR was filed against contractor Jaydeep Apte and structural consultant Chetan Patil under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The charges include collusion, fraud, and endangering public safety. The FIR follows a complaint by the Public Works Department (PWD), which claims the statue’s construction was of poor quality, and the nuts and bolts used…

Goemkarponn desk Former Sports Minister Francisco Monte Cruz has passed away at 79. He breathed his last early this morning. Cruz is credited for the completion of the Nehru Stadium at Fatorda in a record six months during the 80s. Former Benaulim MLA  Cruz was born on March 21, 1945. “Saddened to learn about the demise of Former Cabinet Minister of Goa Shri Fransisco Monte Cruz. His contribution to the development of the state shall always be remembered. My deepest condolences to the family” said CM Pramod Sawant.

Goemkarponnd esk PANAJI: In a joint effort to enhance children’s health and well-being, St. Bartholomew’s High School (Primary Section) organized a comprehensive nutrition talk for the parents of primary students (Std 1-4). This initiative, held in collaboration with Manipal Hospital Goa, reflects the school’s commitment to nurturing young minds by promoting holistic development through proper nutrition. The session was led by Senior Dietician, Sharvari Gude from Manipal Hospital Goa, who provided invaluable insights into the critical role that nutrition plays in children’s growth and overall well-being. Topics covered included the nutritional requirements for different age stages, the significance of a…

oemakrponn desk PANAJI: The Social Work Programme at Goa University  hosted a two-day lecture series titled “Connecting the Dots: Social Work, Forensic Science, and Legal Interventions in Sexual Assault Cases for Justice and Advocacy.” Held on the 23rd and 26th of August 2024, the series brought together experts from forensic science, prosecution and law enforcement to provide critical insights into handling cases of sexual violence and child protection, emphasizing the vital role of social workers. The lecture series aimed to equip social work students and professionals with a comprehensive understanding of how forensic science and legal strategies can be integrated into social…