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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The State government has approved eight new historically important sites including Hath Katro Khamb at Old Goa, also known as Inquisition Pillar to be declared as “protected monuments” under the State Archaeological List. Hath Katro Khamb at Old Goa, Betul Fort, Nanus Fort, Rock Engravings at Mauxi, Stone circle at Cotigao, Kranti Veer Dipaji Rane’s House at Kumbharkhand, Sattari, Soliye temple at Canocana and Tank of Shri. Vazreshwar Temple at Balli are new structures identified for protection under ‘State List’. Sources informed that the government has already approved the proposal and the notification is expected soon. “These sites…

Team Goemkarponn DELHI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that he explored the process of transferring the ruins of the historic Viceregal Palace to the Department of Archaeology, Government of Goa in his meeting with Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways in Delhi. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant was speaking to media after meeting Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, in New Delhi. “We deliberated on key matters concerning the Mormugao Port Trust and explored the process of transferring the ruins of the historic Viceregal Palace to the Department of Archaeology, Government of Goa,’ said Sawant He further said…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched an all-out attack on Congress, saying those who were “repeatedly rejected by people disrespect Parliament and democracy”. Addressing the media ahead of the start of the winter session of Parliament, he said he was “hoping for healthy discussions”. “Unfortunately, some people who have been rejected by the public for their political interests are constantly trying to control the Parliament with the hooliganism of a handful of people. The people of the country count all their actions and when the time comes, they also punish them,” he said two days after the Opposition’s…

New Delhi: In a major drug haul, Indian Coast Guard has apprehended a huge consignment of around five tonnes of drugs from a fishing boat in the Andaman waters, said defence officials. The defence officials said that this is likely to be the biggest ever drug haul by the Indian Coast Guard ever. “Indian Coast Guard has apprehended a huge consignment of around five tonnes of drugs from a fishing boat in the Andaman waters. This is likely to be the biggest ever drug haul by the Indian Coast Guard ever. More details awaited,” said Defence Officials. More details are…

Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was on Sunday night elected as the leader of the Shiv Sena Legislature Party. The resolution to this effect was unanimously passed by all 57 MLA-designates at a meeting held at a suburban hotel. Three more resolutions, including hailing Eknath Shinde for leading the party to a spectacular victory, thanking PM Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their support and the people of Maharashtra for reposing their faith in the Mahayuti alliance, were also passed. The Mahayuti of Shiv Sena, BJP, and NCP clinched a stellar victory, winning 233 out of…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has made an extraordinary mark on the global tourism scene by winning the prestigious ‘Best Coastal Spirit Showcase’ award at the Tashkent International Tourism Fair (TITF) 2024 held at the CAEx in Tashkent. The award was presented to Goa’s delegation by Mr. Dilshad Bahadirovich, Director of the “National PR-center” SUE under the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan. This remarkable achievement not only celebrates Goa’s diverse tourism offerings but also highlights its growing reputation as a key player in the international tourism industry. The delegation, led by Rohan A. Khaunte, Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Information…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: As India’s aging population continues to grow, medical experts are seeing a troubling rise in cases of Aortic Stenosis, a silent but deadly heart condition that primarily affects the elderly. In light of a recent health ministry report highlighting a surge in cardiovascular diseases among senior citizens, Dr. Nikhil Sontakke, Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Manipal Hospital, Goa, announced the urgent need for increased awareness and timely intervention. Dr. Nikhil Sontakke emphasized that Aortic Stenosis, which often coexists with coronary artery disease, is emerging as a significant public health concern that requires immediate attention. What is Aortic…