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Team Goemkarponn SANGUEM: The investigation into the killing of Tanvi Ghadi in South Goa has taken a serious turn, with police focusing on the use and origin of an illegal firearm allegedly involved in the incident. The accused, Shwet Gawde, was arrested earlier and has been remanded to police custody for further interrogation as investigators attempt to trace how he procured the unlicensed weapon. Officials said the firearm used in the shooting was not registered, raising concerns about illegal arms circulation in the state. According to police sources, the victim sustained a fatal gunshot injury during a gathering at a…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Emphasising that fire prevention cannot be left solely to authorities, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday said fire safety is a collective responsibility of industries, institutions and citizens across the state. He was speaking at the National Fire Service Day programme held at the Fire Force Training Ground at St Inez in Panaji, organised by the Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services. Chief Secretary V Candavelou attended as Guest of Honour, along with senior officials and fire personnel. Paying tribute to firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty, Sawant lauded their courage and dedication.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai has raised serious concerns over the electoral process ahead of the upcoming municipal elections, alleging large-scale voter deletions and a lack of transparency in delimitation and reservation planning. Sardesai claimed that nearly 4,500 voters in his constituency have been removed from the electoral rolls without any clear explanation, terming the development as a potential case of disenfranchisement. He further alleged that the deletions appear to have disproportionately impacted areas where opposition support is strong. The MLA also questioned the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, pointing out that there is no publicly available…

Team Goenkarponn Sanvordem: Truck owners in Sanvordem have renewed calls for government support as iron ore transportation prepares to resume in the region. At a meeting of the Sanvordem Truck Owners Association held locally, members discussed the upcoming movement of ore by Fomento Resources from Kudegali to Sanvordem Junction. The association said its members are ready to restart operations immediately, noting that many trucks have remained off the road for nearly 15 years following the prolonged suspension of mining activity in Goa. Association president Valab Dalvi appealed to Chief Minister Pramod Sawant to introduce a one-time waiver on pending fitness…

Team Goemkarponn Pernem: Babu Ajgaonkar Defends Track Record, Says Public Trust Built on 25 Years of Development Work Former minister Babu Ajgaonkar has strongly defended his long political career, stating that his electoral success over the past 25 years is rooted in consistent development work and public trust rather than political rhetoric. Addressing criticisms from opponents, Ajgaonkar said he had been actively working in public life long before many current leaders entered politics. He claimed that his focus throughout his tenure as a councillor and MLA has remained on delivering tangible development rather than making empty promises. He asserted that…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Pramod Sawant on Monday paid tributes to B. R. Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary at a function held at Dr. Ambedkar Park. The programme was organised by the Directorate of Social Welfare in collaboration with the Goa State Scheduled Castes and Other Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation. On the occasion, the Chief Minister virtually laid the foundation stone for ‘Ambedkar Bhavan’ at Porvorim, stating that the facility would be completed within a year and dedicated to the public on the next Ambedkar Jayanti. Extending his greetings on the occasion, Sawant reaffirmed the government’s commitment to…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has expressed concern over rising drowning incidents in Goa, especially involving children and tourists at unsafe water bodies. He urged parents to ensure strict supervision of children and avoid visiting restricted or “No Swimming Zone” areas marked by authorities. The Chief Minister also urged parents to be vigilant and strictly prevent children from visiting unsafe water bodies like streams and rivers. He said he feels deeply saddened whenever such drowning deaths are reported, stressing that parental responsibility is crucial in avoiding such tragedies. Sawant said the government has installed warning boards and taken…