The Sunday morning Verna accident in South Goa has once again brought the issue of drunk driving to the forefront. The tragic incident, in which a bus rammed into a shack, resulting in the deaths of five labourers, serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of irresponsible behaviour behind the wheel. Despite numerous campaigns and awareness programs to curb drunk driving, the menace continues to claim innocent lives in Goa. CM Dr Pramod Sawant said the accident near Commoscope company T Junction in Verna IDC, causing death & injuries is unfortunate. He said the procedure has been started…
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Goemkarponn desk Panaji: : Mrs. Libia Lobo Sardesai, a distinguished freedom fighter, on the momentous occasion of her 100th birthday was felicitated on behalf of department of Tourism by Shri Suneel Anchipaka, Director of Tourism, Government of Goa and Managing Director, GTDC. This celebration was not merely a recognition of her centennial milestone but a heartfelt tribute to her extraordinary contributions to Goa’s history and development and being associated with the Department of Tourism at that time. Libia Lobo holds a historic distinction that underscores her profound impact on the region: she was the first Director of Tourism for liberated…
MALE: Maldives on Saturday said India has initiated efforts to create a Free Trade Agreement between the two countries and deliberations are ongoing for achieving it. “They (India) want there to be a Free Trade Agreement with Maldives, in addition to SAFTA (South Asian Free Trade Agreement),” Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed told a press conference here. The Maldives President has offered this opportunity to all countries, Saeed said, adding that the government aims to enter into agreements with as many countries as possible to offer ease in trade activities. India’s reported effort at seeking an FTA…
Goemkarponn desk Margao: “It is really painful to see young lives getting lost due to drowning at Stone Quarries & Mining Pits in Goa. It is the failure of the BJP Government to take preventive steps which has resulted in drowning deaths at Stone Quarries & Mining Pits. I demand that the Government must make public the Report of the Committee constituted by the Department of Mines and also place in public domain the Action Taken Report by both the District Collectors on the directions given by Goa State Commission for Protection of Child Rights in July 2023,” demanded Leader…
In a thrilling conclusion to the IPL 2024, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinched their third IPL title by decisively defeating the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by eight wickets. The match, held at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, not only showcased stellar cricket but also fueled speculation about the future of Indian cricket’s coaching setup. KKR’s journey to the IPL 2024 title has been nothing short of spectacular. Under the mentorship of Gautam Gambhir, the team dominated the league, culminating in a convincing victory in the final. SRH set a modest target of 113 runs, with standout performances from Pat Cummins scoring…
CHENNAI: Venkatesh Iyer was on strike and Kolkata Knight Riders dugout was up on their feet as they were just one run away from a thumping eight-wicket win in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 final. The left-hander paddle-swept for a single and triggered wild celebrations in the KKR camp. The entire side rushed out to celebrate with the two Iyers – Venkatesh and Shreyas – and the owners were happy in the stands as the wait for an IPL title finally ended. The cameras kept looking for mentor Gautam Gambhir who was busy giving bear hugs to the entire squad…
Goemkarponn desk MAPUSA: JCI Mapusa organized The Vamona Navelcar Art Festival 2024 to celebrate the 95th birthday of the esteemed artist on May 26, 2024. The All Goa Drawing competition, themed Love, Peace, and Harmony, took place at Cujira, Bambolim. The competition featured three categories: Open, for participants of all ages; 8-10 std; and 5-7 std. Vamona Ananta Sinai Navelcar hailed as a state treasure of Goa, was born in Pomburpa village. He gained renown for his mastery of Christian figurative art, having studied and worked in Portugal, Mozambique, and Goa. Kashinath Chari clinched the top spot in the open…