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~ Drishti Marine maps weather and sea conditions each morning and accordingly sets up ‘safe swim zones’ along the beaches. ~ Drishti Marine lifesavers closely monitor 27 beaches across South Goa and 18 beaches across the North Goa stretch as well as Dudhsagar waterfalls and Mayem lake PANAJI: Even as the resumption of the tourist season in Goa has led to a large number of visitors flocking to the state’s coastline, Drishti Marine, the state-appointed professional lifesaving agency, has officially demarcated ‘safe swim zones’ along beaches. Drishti Marine, which is tasked with maintaining beach safety, maps weather and sea conditions…

   Goemkapronn desk CANACONA: While the pressure mounts on the government to abandon its plans to construct a film city in Canacona, a survey conducted way back in 2018 to assess Mammal presence on the eco-sensitive Bhagwati Plateau, (where Loliem Communidade resolved to provide to the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG)), is now brought to the attention of the concerned authorities. “Loliem village of Canacona Taluka is an Ecologically Sensitive Area as declared by the draft notification of Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, by physical verification (The Gazette of India, 2015)”, states a 22-page ‘A Survey To Assess Mammal…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Goa State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (GSCPCR) has issued amendments to the existing circular on POCSO by Directorate of Education after consultation with stakeholders in Child Protection System. GSCPCR has stated that, Under Section 44 Rule 6 of the POCSO Act, 2012, the Commission is solely empowered, in addition to the functions assigned to it under the Act, to monitor the provisions of the Act. GSCPCR in its press note stated that, the alarming rise in sexual assaults on children in Goa, within the premises of schools and no action or delayed action, being reported…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The second edition of India Energy Week (IEW) will be hosted in Goa from February 6th to 9th 2024, by the Federation of Indian Petroleum [FIPI] Industry under the aegis of Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. India Energy Week serves as a catalyst for meaningful discussions, knowledge exchange, and collaboration among industry experts, policy makers, academia and entrepreneurs. The event aims to foster partnerships, drive innovation, and explore solutions that will propel India’s energy sector into a sustainable and vibrant future. IEW 2024 builds on the first edition of IEW which took place…

Goemkarponn desk MUMBAI: Indian men’s cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid and support staff were given contract extensions by BCCI. Dravid’s 2-year contract concluded after the end of Cricket World Cup 2023, where India reached the final but suffered a defeat to Australia in the title clash. The former India captain reportedly had multiple offers from different Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises on the table but he decided to continue his stint as the head coach of the men’s national team. His first assignment after the contract renewal will be the tour of South Africa. In a release, the BCCI…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: November 18th to 24th is observed as Antimicrobial resistance awareness week. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasingly serious threat to public health. The spread of multi-drug resistant bacteria and the lack of new antibiotics to treat infections caused by these organisms, pose a rapidly increasing threat to human health. Hence, in order to create awareness about this AMR, a program was conducted by FDA for the stakeholders. The members from Pharma manufacturers, drug retailers, FDA staff and public participated. Director FDA gave the presentation on the various aspects of AMR and role of every stakeholder in controlling…

Goemkarponn desk MAPUSA: Mapusa Court today has directed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to remain present before the court on January 5, 2024 in a case for violation of model code of conduct in the 2017 assembly elections in the State. During the hearing today Advocate Surel Tilve appeared for Kejriwal and sought time in submitting some relevant documents before the court. Hence Court has directed Kejriwal to remain present before the court on January 5, 2024. The Delhi Chief Minister was summoned by the Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) court in Mapusa on allegations of violating section 123 (1)…