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New Delhi: The central government has reduced the number of subsidised LPG cylinders available annually to beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) from nine to four, citing consumption patterns among beneficiary households and mounting pressures from rising international fuel prices. Launched in 2016, the Ujjwala scheme provides free LPG connections to women from economically weaker households with the aim of promoting clean cooking fuel and reducing dependence on traditional fuels. Beneficiaries were initially entitled to 12 subsidised 14.2 kilogram cylinders every year. The quota was reduced to nine cylinders last year and has now been further lowered to…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Aam Aadmi Party MLA Venzy Viegas has urged the Goa government to immediately introduce and pass the Goa Maritime Board Bill, arguing that further delays are hampering reforms needed to modernise the state’s maritime sector. Handing over a copy of the proposed Bill to Ports Minister Digambar Kamat on Monday, Viegas said the legislation would create a dedicated Maritime Board capable of streamlining port administration, promoting shipping activities and driving long-term development of Goa’s coastal economy. The MLA maintained that the Bill had already been vetted by legal experts and was introduced during the previous Assembly session…

New Delhi: The INDIA alliance sought to project a renewed sense of unity and purpose during a crucial meeting in New Delhi, where opposition leaders discussed recent political challenges, addressed internal differences and outlined a five point action plan aimed at strengthening coordination ahead of upcoming political battles. The meeting, which lasted nearly three hours, took place against the backdrop of changing political equations within the opposition camp. Despite differences among some alliance partners and the absence of a few key constituents, leaders emphasised the need to remain united in confronting national issues and safeguarding democratic institutions. A major theme…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: India’s engineering exports have achieved a historic milestone, rising from nearly USD 70 billion in FY 2014-15 to a record USD 122.43 billion in FY 2025-26, highlighting the remarkable progress of the country’s manufacturing and export ecosystem over the last twelve years. The achievement was showcased during an interaction between government representatives and members of the engineering export community in Goa. The engineering sector has emerged as the backbone of India’s merchandise exports, steadily increasing its contribution from around one-fifth of total exports in FY 2015 to nearly 28 per cent in FY 2025-26. This sustained growth…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Late Shri Vasudev Sane Smruti Chashak Double Wicket Hard Tennis Ball Cricket Tournament concluded successfully on June 7 after three days of competitive cricket at Path Ground in Savoi Verem, Goa. Held from June 5 to 7, the tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from players and strong support from the local community, making it a memorable sporting event. The final match delivered an exciting contest as Shri Swami Samarth, represented by Rajat Kudalkar and Shubham Jha, emerged as champions. Their impressive performance earned them the prestigious trophy along with a cash prize of ₹1 lakh. Ganapati Warriors,…

Team Goemkarponn SATTARI: With water storage at the Anjunem Reservoir falling below 15 per cent of its capacity, concerns are mounting over the quality of drinking water supplied to Sattari, Bicholim and neighbouring areas, prompting calls for enhanced monitoring and greater transparency from authorities. In recent weeks, several residents have complained that tap water appears greenish, carries an unpleasant odour and has an unusual taste. The complaints have grown as the reservoir’s water levels continue to decline. According to water quality specialists, shrinking reservoir volumes can significantly affect the condition of stored water. As water levels fall, sediments and organic…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Concerned over what they describe as a sharp increase in kidney disease cases in the taluka, social activists have urged the Goa government to investigate the causes behind the trend, strengthen renal healthcare services, and establish a dedicated Kidney Unit with a full-time nephrologist at the Community Health Centre (CHC), Canacona. Social activists Shubham Komarpant and Sunay Komarpant raised the issue after visiting the dialysis unit at CHC Canacona and interacting with patients and hospital authorities. According to the activists, the number of dialysis patients at the CHC has increased from 99 six months ago to 114…