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Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday called for stronger promotion of Goan cuisine and enhanced support for women-led self-help groups while inaugurating the G-Food Fest at Dona Paula under the Goa State Rural Livelihood Mission. Addressing the gathering, Sawant urged caterers and hospitality stakeholders to prioritise traditional Goan dishes in their menus, promoting “G-Food” over cuisines from other states. He highlighted that food prepared by rural women is not only culturally significant but also healthy and organic. Emphasising sustainable food practices, the Chief Minister encouraged citizens to adopt healthier diets, suggesting jackfruit-based vegan alternatives as substitutes…

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has congratulated veteran diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu on his appointment as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, highlighting his contributions to strengthening India United States relations. In a public message, Trump described Sandhu as a seasoned diplomat who has consistently demonstrated strong commitment to enhancing bilateral ties between the two countries. He also expressed confidence in Sandhu’s ability to contribute to Delhi’s development while continuing to foster global engagement. Sandhu, who served as India’s Ambassador to the United States from 2020 to 2024, played a key role during a period marked by expanding cooperation between…

New Delhi: Madhya Pradesh’s soybean sector is facing a severe downturn despite strong production, as global disruptions linked to tensions involving Iran and the United States begin to impact demand. The state, which contributes nearly half of India’s soybean output, is witnessing declining exports and mounting pressure on farmers. The ongoing conflict in West Asia has disrupted key shipping routes, significantly affecting the export of soymeal, a major agricultural commodity used in poultry and livestock feed. Export volumes are projected to drop sharply, falling from 93,000 tonnes in February to around 40,000 to 50,000 tonnes in March, with further decline…

New Delhi: Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the Government of India has reported that more than 10 lakh passengers have travelled from the region to India since late February, reflecting large scale movement during the uncertain situation. At the same time, authorities have stepped up measures to ensure stability across essential sectors, particularly energy and transportation. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has confirmed that supplies of key fuels, including domestic LPG, PNG, and CNG for transport, remain fully uninterrupted across the country. To manage demand effectively, priority distribution has been extended to critical sectors such as…

Team Goemkarponn Vasco: Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho on Friday inspected the ongoing construction of the Dabolim flyover along with officials from the Public Works Department Goa, National Highways authorities, and MVR, reviewing the progress of a key infrastructure project in South Goa. Following the inspection, the Minister said that one side of the flyover is likely to be opened for public use by the end of May, or by early June at the latest, depending on the completion of pending works. He noted that the partial opening is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion and reduce inconvenience for daily commuters…

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India on Friday refused to extend the transit anticipatory bail granted to Congress leader Pawan Khera in connection with a case filed in Assam. The decision requires him to seek relief from the appropriate court in the state. A bench comprising Justice J K Maheshwari and Justice Atul S Chandurkar declined Khera’s request to continue his interim protection until Tuesday. The plea was made to allow him time to approach a competent court in Assam following the registration of a First Information Report. The case stems from a complaint filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma,…

New Delhi: Fresh concerns over match fixing have emerged in international cricket, with the International Cricket Council initiating an investigation into alleged violations involving Cricket Canada. The controversy is linked to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The allegations gained attention following a documentary that raised questions about possible irregularities during Canada’s match against New Zealand national cricket team. A specific over bowled by Canadian captain Dilpreet Bajwa has come under scrutiny. In that over, Bajwa conceded 15 runs, including a no ball and wides, which has been flagged as suspicious in…