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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: With local markets increasingly flooded by imported cashew nuts falsely marketed as Goan produce, the State government is hopeful of securing a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Goa’s native cashew nuts by next month—a move that could help protect the authenticity of the state’s iconic agricultural product. Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC) chairperson Deviya Rane said efforts are in full swing to obtain the GI tag, which would allow the government to clamp down on the misleading sale of non-Goan cashews as locally grown. Rane has been actively following up with the Department of Science and Technology…

New Delhi: A severe dust storm tore through Delhi on Friday evening, marking a chaotic end to the week at the city’s major airport. Hundreds of flights were impacted, highlighting the vulnerability of air travel to unpredictable weather conditions. The storm not only crippled flight operations but also left a trail of damage across the city, affecting power supplies and leading to the fall of trees and other debris. Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport experienced its most significant disruptions in recent months. Over 200 flights were delayed, and at least 50 were diverted due to the adverse weather conditions. This…

New Delhi: In a significant development in the quest for justice for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian national, is being interrogated by India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA). Rana, who has been extradited from the United States, is linked to Sajid Mir, a designated global terrorist involved in the 26/11 attacks. The interrogation marks a crucial step in unraveling the complex web of conspirators behind one of India’s deadliest terrorist attacks. The questioning of Rana unfolded in a high-security chamber at the NIA headquarters in Delhi, where he initially remained uncooperative. Rana hails from Chichawatni,…

Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: The Mega Medical Camp held at the SIHFW Building, Old Asilo, Mapusa, witnessed an overwhelming response from the local community, reaffirming the growing trust in public healthcare services. The event saw people from all walks of life come together to avail themselves of free, comprehensive health services, underscoring the significance of accessible healthcare for all. This initiative reflects the ongoing commitment to the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda to make quality healthcare more accessible and inclusive for every citizen. By offering a wide range of medical services under one roof,…

New Delhi: As the curtains draw open on one of India’s most devastating terrorist tragedies, the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, a new twist emerges in the form of a mysterious individual, dubbed the “Dubai Man.” This elusive figure allegedly knew about the impending carnage and had interacted with Tahawwur Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman, in Dubai before the attack. Rana, now under high-security custody with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in New Delhi, has been at the center of intense questioning as authorities seek to unravel the ‘Dubai connection’ to the Mumbai attacks. The NIA’s investigation into Rana’s alleged involvement in…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a bid to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly environment for both residents and tourists, the Goa Police has launched a focused operation to crack down on unauthorized hawkers, beggars, and touts across the state. Between January 1 and March 31, 2025, a total of 1,246 individuals involved in these activities were apprehended, with strict enforcement particularly focused in popular tourist areas, such as beach belts. The initiative, which aligns with the vision of the Chief Minister of Goa, aims to address public nuisance caused by unauthorised solicitation and ensure a regulated and welcoming atmosphere for…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Canacona Health team alongwith Panchayat of Agonda inspects a drainage filled and infested with fishwater/waste discharge at Parvem (Agonda) on Thursday. The health team consisting of medical officer Dr. Diwakar Velipji and Sanitary Inspector Pranay Naik in the presence of Agonda Sarpanch Nilesh Pagui, Panchayat Secretary Amol K Naikgaunkar, ward panch Prettal Fernandes inspected the drainage near by to the Fish Vendors Parvem drainage near by fish vendors sitting and selling fish. After inspection, the tean Instructed to remove all waste water pipes which are connected to local drain and also instructed and warned fish-vendors to stop…