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Cuncolim: The Cuncolim Police have registered an FIR against a man accused of pouring boiling water on a stray dog in Velim, causing severe burn injuries to the animal. The complaint was filed by an animal welfare volunteer, following which police initiated swift action and registered the case. Authorities have invoked provisions under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, along with relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The injured dog is currently undergoing medical treatment, while police have launched a detailed investigation into the incident. The case has triggered strong reactions from animal welfare activists, who have demanded…

Team Goemkarponn Mormugao: Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar on Wednesday launched the relaying of a sewer line and reconstruction of chambers at Baina, in the presence of councillor Shraddha Amonkar and other officials, marking the beginning of a key infrastructure upgrade in the area. The project is aimed at resolving long-standing issues of overflow and blockages in the existing sewerage system, which has been under strain due to increasing population. Speaking at the site, Amonkar said the existing pipeline had outlived its utility and required urgent replacement. “The existing sewer line is nearly 30 years old and had frequent blockages, leading…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Rashtriya Parshuram Parishad (Goa Pradesh Chapter) and Panaji Nav Varsha Swagat Samiti, in collaboration with the Department of Information and Publicity, Government of Goa, and the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), are set to organise the Gomantak Janak Bhagwan Parshuram Avtaran Mahotsav 2026 at the Mandovi Promenade in Panaji from April 19 to April 26, 2026. The seven-day Mahotsav will be inaugurated on April 19 by Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant. The festival commemorates the birth anniversary of Gomantak Janak Bhagwan Parshuram Ji and is expected to draw devotees, spiritual leaders, dignitaries, and cultural representatives…

Team Goemkapronn Margao: In a serious revelation raising questions over intent and transparency, Madganvcho Awaaz & Youth Leader Prabhav Naik has alleged that the proposal by PWD Minister Digambar Kamat to construct a cafeteria and exhibition hall in the Margao Municipal Garden is driven by ulterior motives rather than genuine public interest. Referring to an official note dated 28 November 2024 submitted by Digambar Kamat to the Chief Minister of Goa, Naik pointed out that the proposal explicitly seeks demolition of the existing structure and construction of a two-storey building comprising a cafeteria and an exhibition space. Prabhav Naik strongly…

New Delhi: The Centre has clarified that Indian refiners settling payments for Iranian oil in Chinese yuan are operating within established regulations, dismissing concerns over the arrangement. The response comes after reports indicated that transactions for limited Iranian crude purchases were being routed through ICICI Bank using the yuan. Officials emphasised that meeting domestic energy requirements remains the top priority, and oil marketing companies are adhering to all applicable rules while conducting such transactions. The development follows temporary sanctions relief granted by the United States, allowing countries to purchase Iranian and Russian oil already in transit to stabilise global markets…

New Delhi: The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz during the ongoing ceasefire has eased fuel related anxiety in India, following weeks of heightened concern triggered by tensions in the Middle East. The strategic route, critical for global oil supply, had been at the centre of uncertainty, prompting precautionary behaviour across the country. During the peak of the crisis in March, long queues were reported at petrol pumps in several cities as consumers rushed to secure fuel. Many motorists filled tanks in advance, while fuel stations experienced unusually high demand, reflecting fears of potential shortages and price increases. Official data…

New Delhi: India’s vice captain Smriti Mandhana etched her name in the record books by becoming the highest run scorer in T20 Internationals among Indians, surpassing Rohit Sharma. The landmark was reached during the opening match of the series against South Africa women’s national cricket team in Durban. Mandhana entered the match level with Rohit Sharma’s tally of 4,231 runs and overtook the mark with a single early in her innings. She went on to score 13 runs, taking her total to 4,244 runs from 155 innings, further cementing her place among the game’s leading batters. On the global stage,…