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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: In the first half of this year, the State reported 1,701 suspected dengue cases, of which 177 were confirmed. During the same time frame, there were 2 confirmed cases of chikungunya and 195 suspected cases. The information was disclosed on Wednesday at a joint meeting of the State Task Force for Malaria Elimination and the State Level Committee for Vector-Borne Diseases. The meeting was presided over by Secretary of Health Arun Kumar Mishra, who asked for recommendations from different departments regarding vector-borne disease prevention and control. He also gave the concerned members instructions on how to put…

Goemkarponn desk CURCHOREM: The two-day induction programme of the Guardian Angel Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology was held in the institute programme to welcome and familiarize the new students of the first year with the previous year’s students. The program kicked off with an interactive session led by Chef Guillermo Da Gama, and the Second Class Counselor for FY DHMCT, creating a positive atmosphere for the event. The faculty members and the Principal Fr. Joaquim Rebello, conducted a tour of the campus along with the FY students showcasing various facilities such as labs, training restaurant, training kitchens, administrative…

Goemkapronn desk VASCO: A joint inspection to kickstart the long-pending Baina garden project was conducted recently by Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar, Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) Chairperson Girish Borker, and officials from the Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation (GSIDC). Addressing the media, Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar revealed plans to rejuvenate the dilapidated Baina garden through GSIDC efforts. “This garden has been in a dilapidated state for the last 30 years and is often misused by miscreants. The only significant activity here is the annual Sarvajanik Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. We proposed to develop this garden, and it has been approved with a…

Goemkapronn desk MARGAO: Newly elected South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes on Wednesday commenced a session of meeting the Congress Party Block members and workers, by having the first meeting of party members and workers from Margao Constituency. Over 50 party workers under the leadership of Savio Coutinho interacted with Captain Viriato Fernandes and discussed various issues including the building up of the organization in Margao. Captain Viriato congratulated Savio Coutinho and his team for proving to be the most vocal and vibrant block in the entire state of Goa and hoped that they continue with the good work in…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) and the Goa Forest Department are pleased to announce the launch of an exclusive overnight activity for wildlife and nature enthusiasts. Scheduled for July 13th – 14th, 2024, this event promises an immersive experience into the heart of Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary. The event, lasting 1 day and 1 night, includes guided nature trails, a birding trip, and interaction with foresters. The main focus of this trip is to observe herpetofauna, including snakes, frogs, and geckos. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore the forest, rich in wildflowers and bird species.…

Goemkarponn desk MARGAO: Margao siblings Chandan Caro and Pradnya Caro clinched double crowns each at the Naguesh – Sushila Verenkar Memorial All Goa Major Ranking Table Tennis Tournament. Aaron Farias, Yug Prabhu, Ishita Colaso, and Sachi Dessai were the other winners of the day, securing titles in their respective categories. Inara Dsouza, Kavish Dalvi, Aayushi Amonkar, Dhruva Kamat, and Neeza Kamat finished as runners-up. The tournament, held at Chandor Club in collaboration with the Goa Table Tennis Association, was one of the selection tournaments for the Nationals. The prize distribution ceremony was graced by Fr. Mario Noronha, Assistant Parish Priest…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Session Court today has dismissed Pooja Sharma’s anticipatory bail application in the Assagao House demolition Case. In the Assagao house demolition case, Public Prosecutor (PP) Darshan Gawas, speaking for the Crime Branch, pushed for Pooja Sharma’s questioning while she was in custody on Monday. The public prosecutor expressed disapproval of the Assagao house’s demolition process and emphasized that a court order is required before evicting occupants from their residence. Additionally, the public prosecutor informed the court as to why, if the applicant was involved, she had sent a representative to meet with the Agarwadekar family and jeopardize…