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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: As part of the initiatives under the Project ‘Gram Nirman,’ Vedanta Value Added Business (VAB) joined hands with the NGO partner VANARAI to conduct an informative awareness and training session aimed at combatting the Rhinoceros Beetle, a significant threat to coconut trees in Amona, Goa. The awareness and training sessions bring together local farmers & coconut pluckers who are provided information on identifying the tell-tale signs & severity of the Rhinoceros Beetle infestation, which has been posing a substantial risk to the region’s coconut trees. As part of this initiative, the coconut farmers & pluckers were trained on the use of pheromone traps, food baits, trap servicing, lure placement and…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Kick-Off Football School is thrilled to announce the commencement of its 5-day football camp at St Cruz ground, Panaji, from Monday. Addressing the enthusiastic participants, D License coach Royston Mascarenhas emphasized the importance of discipline, teamwork, and enjoyment in football. Seventeen kids, aged 6-14, are participating in the camp so far and more are expected to join. The coaches on day one included Alino Colaco, AIFF D License, Flavio Lopes, AIFF D License and Royston, who is also an AIFF D License holder. “At Kick-Off Football Schools, our goal is to nurture young talent and instil…

Goemkarponn desk CORTALIM: Congress leader Olencio Simoes has demanded the immediate arrest of Abdul Kadar, owner of Kudroli Constructions Pvt Ltd in the Verna accident case. Simoēs stated that the midnight accident occurred opposite SIVA company at Verna where 4 labourers died on the spot and 3 are in critical condition belonging to Kudroli Constructions Pvt Ltd. These labourers were residing in a temporary hut constructed by the company along the national highway which is itself illegal and in contravention of law. Simoēs stated that the workers who have been working here for 14 months for the construction of storm water drainage…

Goemkapronn desk Panaji: Four persons, including an 11-year-old child, were rescued by Drishti Marine personnel off Goa’s beaches over the squally weekend. Four children were also reunited with their families and two persons were administered first aid during the weekend. The squall on Saturday resulted in an 11-year-old boy from Hyderabad and his parasailing instructor being left stranded in distress while parasailing off Varca beach. The two individuals were hauled to safety and rescued by patrolling lifesavers, who rushed to their aid with watersports operators and locals after the boat was beached due to strong winds, leaving them airborne. At Calangute…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The recently concluded ‘Creating Hope’ art exhibition at CMM ARENA Merces has garnered unprecedented acclaim and admiration from art enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. Curated by the esteemed Sanjeev Singhal, son of the renowned Indian realistic artist, J.P. Singhal, the exhibition showcased an exquisite collection of paintings that left attendees mesmerized. The focal point of the exhibition was the extraordinary display of works by two titans of the art world, the legendary Indian artist Raja Ravi Varma and the influential Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. Attendees had the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the timeless creations of…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: In view of drowning cases reported in Goa, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today requested citizens and parents to take precautions while venturing into water bodies this monsoon season. CM Sawant was addressing the media after chairing the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) meeting. “There is no restriction on going at waterfalls but precautions have to be taken. I request parents to take precautions. I also appealed to tourists not to venture into sea and waterfall ponds after drinking liquor as drowning cases are being reported,” said Sawant. He further said that requested all to avoid venturing into…

Goemkarponn desk PORVORIM: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that no permission would be granted for new English Schools. Sawant was reacting to a letter written by Konkani Bhasha Mandal opposing to government granting permissions for new English Medium Schools. “We don’t give permission to new primary schools in English medium, If they take permission for Konkani medium school and teach in English, we will have to take action on such schools also,” said Sawant. He further said that action will be taken on schools taking permission for Konkani schools but teaching English Language. Konkani Bhasha Mandal(KBM) had written to…