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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Minister of State (MoS) for Power Shripad Naik today said that he was satisfied with the portfolio allocation. Naik was speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a function at Panaji. “I am fully satisfied with MoS portfolio. The people were expecting that I should have been allocated to higher ministry because seniority is not wrong but I am happy with whatever I got,” said Naik. He further said that he got the ministerial position only with the blessings of Goans. “I am going to work on the development of Goa through this ministry. I will take…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Even with pre-monsoon showers and over two weeks of nonstop rain in Goa, the water levels in the dams are still relatively low. Less than 20% of the water capacity has been reported by two dams, Anjunem and Selaulim, and less than 40% by Amthane. The Water Resources Department, on the other hand, is unfazed, predicting that by the end of August, water levels will rise and the dams will overflow. Within two months, according to Minister Subhash Shirodkar, water capacity will increase. Chief Engineer Pramod Badami reaffirmed that the water level will rise gradually and said…

In a devastating incident in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, a collision between the Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train has led to the loss of five passengers and three railway employees, with approximately 50 passengers sustaining injuries. The Kanchanjunga Express was en route from Silchar in Assam to Sealdah in Kolkata when the collision occurred near Rangapani station, close to New Jalpaiguri. The impact of the collision resulted in several coaches of the Kanchanjunga Express being derailed, adding to the severity of the situation. The accident has sparked widespread concern and shock, and the exact circumstances surrounding the…

New Delhi: Amid concerns about the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) for admission into medical colleges, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan admitted “improvements are needed” in the National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts the nationwide exam for medical college aspirants. Speaking to news agency ANI, the minister assured action against NTA officials if they were found guilty of the “irregularities” in NEET 2024 (Undergraduate) exams. “On the recommendations of the Supreme Court, the order has been given for retest of 1,563 candidates. Some irregularities have come to light in two places. I assure students and parents that the government has taken…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Pune State Excise Department has seized goods worth over Rs 30 lakh, including liquor imported from Goa. The operation was conducted by the Daund Division after liquor destined for sale in Ahmednagar district was intercepted. Goa’s liquor, cheaper due to lower excise tax, is often illegally imported into Maharashtra. Two suspicious vehicles, a Mahindra Bolero Pickup and a Hyundai Creta, were spotted on Moregaon-Supe Road. Upon inspection, liquor concealed under empty mango boxes was discovered. Foreign liquor valued at Rs 12,61,000, two vehicles valued at Rs 17,50,000, and two mobile phones valued at Rs 60,000 were…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: In an exclusive interview with PTI, Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte revealed that Goa’s recent tourist season achieved a landmark footfall of one crore visitors, dispelling concerns about declining numbers in the coastal state. Khaunte highlighted a significant 150% rise in international tourists compared to pre-COVID-19 levels but acknowledged growing competition from other states and international destinations. The official tourist season in Goa concludes in June, coinciding with the monsoon, yet the state maintains a robust 80% hotel occupancy rate during this period. The minister emphasized Goa’s appeal beyond its beaches, contributing to the rural economy.

Goemakrponn desk Panaji:: Goa Police, on Sunday, arrested 11 persons for allegedly operating an illegal live playing cards game and attached gambling articles valued at Rs 33 lakh, officials said. Superintendent of Police Rahul Gupta informed that a raid was conducted at Bambolim in North Goa and accused persons were caught red-handed. “Total 11 accused persons including eight gambling customers, two dealers of the tables and one shift manager were caught red-handed for operating and playing illegal live playing cards game,” Gupta said. Police have seized two tables of live card gambling, two sets of 52 playing cards, two live card…