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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant called on the citizens to follow traffic rules to avoid accidents. “The government is serious about the safety of its citizens. Accidents, leading to deaths, are taking place due to rash and rough driving. We have to overcome this situation with disciplined driving and by following traffic rules,” said the Chief Minister while speaking at a function organized to commemorate the 43rd anniversary of Kadamba Transport Corporation Ltd. Patto Panaji today. Kadamba Transport Corporation Limited a Government of Goa undertaking celebrated its 43rd Anniversary with much pomp and fervour to mark the…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Minister for Tourism,Shri. Rohan Khaunte inaugurated the Aguad Interactive Museum: Goa – The Land, The Struggle, The People in Goa today. Also present were Shri. Michael Lobo – Hon’ble MLA Calangute, Shri. Suneel Anchipaka, IAS – Director Tourism & MD, GTDC, Shri. Nilesh Shah, President of TTAG and Mr. Naveen Chopra, Group CEO, Waterfront Experiences Pvt. Ltd. Located within the historic Aguad Port Jail Complex, dating back to 1612, this museum stands as a remarkable achievement in the preservation of Goa’s rich history and vibrant culture. With a refreshing approach to storytelling, the Aguad Interactive Museum invites…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: #RabiesMuktGoa’s Static Point Vaccination campaign has successfully concluded in Goa, with a remarkable achievement of vaccinating over 5000 dogs across North and South Goa in less than a month. This campaign was jointly initiated by the Government of Goa, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, and Mission Rabies as part of their ongoing efforts to maintain Goa as a Rabies-Controlled State. The campaign spanned 6 talukas and encompassed 110 Static Points, primarily located in panchayats and veterinary dispensaries in the interiors of Goa. The event witnessed remarkable participation from local government bodies. Approximately 14 MLAs…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Health minister Vishwajit Rane said that the shortage of ambulances in the state is causing delays in providing immediate emergency care, particularly to the victims of road accidents. Rane stated that the state now possesses 56 ambulances and that an additional 25 ambulances are required. “When we first started using the ambulances, there weren’t many accident hotspots, and our average response time was the fastest in the nation at seven minutes,” Rane stated. “Now that there are more of these hotspots, we need more ambulances.” According to Rane, the state now has 56 ambulances and needs another…

Goemkarponn desk PONDA: Three young lads were taken into custody by the Ponda police for allegedly stealing two-wheelers. Police are looking for two additional minors who took part in the crime. Two bicycles were reported stolen from Khandepar and Madkai last week, according to the police. Police located the cuplrits, who were reportedly pupils in the 12th standard, after conducting a comprehensive search. Students are two of the other people who have fled, according to PI Tushar Lotlikar, who is looking into the case.

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and Directorate of Social Welfare is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated International Purple Fest 2024, Goa. The event promises to be a spectacular global celebration of inclusivity and empowerment, set to unfold from 8th -13th January’2024 in the enchanting state of Goa. The announcement of International Purple Fest 2024 comes as a testament to the event’s exponential growth and success for the first edition of Purple Fest 2023. The international edition will extend the Purple Fest experience to a global audience, bridging cultures and nurturing artistic collaborations…

In 24 hours, Gujarat has witnessed at least 10 heart attack-related deaths during Garba events, a Gujarati folk dance celebrated over Navratri. Shockingly, the youngest victim was just 17 years old. The incident took place during Navratri celebrations in Kapadvanj, Kheda district, where 17-year-old Veer Shah suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while playing Garba. Despite immediate attention from volunteers and three cycles of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Veer Shah could not be revived and was declared dead upon reaching the hospital. His grieving father, Ripal Shah, urged caution, emphasising the importance of rest while playing Garba while speaking with ANI. In…