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Goa CM says such incidents planned to disrupt peace in Goa Shivpremis decided to install new statue at spot; serves 7 days ultimatum to arrest culprits Goemkarponn desk MAPUSA: In a shocking incident, unknown persons had vandalised the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj located at Acoi-Karaswada in the early hours of Monday morning. The statue is located outside the Karaswada Industrial Estate and was recently unveiled by now Rajya Sabha MP Sadanand Shet Tanavade Police said that investigation into the matter is on and the culprits would be arrested soon. Locals claimed that the head of the statue was vandalized…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant said, movies that we see help us to shape cultural attitudes and customs. Further he added that, Government will be organizing Children Film Festival in Margao as we all know the films are a great learning platform for children. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant was addressing the youths who participated in film-making workshop at Ravindra Bhavan Sankhali yesterday. The five days workshop is organized by the Film Television Academy in association with Department Information and Publicity. Chief Minister appealed to the youths to explore their talents in such activities which have wide…

“There are a total of 22 structures affected out of which only 4 are residential houses and the remaining are temporary kiosks whereas in Corlim Village there are 39 structures affected out of which 4 are old residential houses and the remaining are temporary kiosks.” Nilesh Cabral PWD Minister Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: While the Bhoma villagers claim 64 people have got notices of demolition from teh PWD / National Highway Authorities, teh State government says that only four houses from each village will be demolished and no temples would be touched. PWD Minister Nilesh Cabral clarifying the charges made by…

MLA Vijay Sardesai says Central Government is ready to change road NH alignment at Bhoma with bypass but State government and Ministers are against it Goemkarponn desk PONDA: Following the call by Dhazan Samaj Committee, the villagers of Bhoma, Nagzar and Kali Mati took an oath in temple premises to protect village and foil the Government plans for highway expansion of the Village. The development came after land acquisition notice for 64 houses and two temples the Bhoma Locals in public meeting held at Sateri Temple premises showed their strength and shouted slogans saying Amcho Gao, Amka Zaay, Amkaa Zay…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Much to the dismay of industries in Goa, the Goa government on Sunday notified the minimum wages for different categories of workers from those employed in shops, agriculture etc to those employed in Commercial or industrial establishments. The minimum wage per day varies from Rs 407 per day to Rs 570 per day based on the skill set and type of sector. On average, a hike of Rs 100 has been introduced across categories. In addition to the minimum rates of basic wages, the special allowance (Variable Dearness Allowance) of Rs. 105 is to be paid to…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Forest Minister Vishwajit Rane said that the Government of Goa has designated the Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC) as the nodal agency responsible for all tourism-related activities within the demarcated forest areas. “The Goa Forest Department, after discussion with the Government of India, has designated the Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC) as the nodal agency responsible for all tourism-related activities within the demarcated forest areas,” said Rane. He further said that GFDC will manage activities including waterfall circuits, trails, and treks. “Dr. Deviya Rane, Chairperson of GFDC, will chair a high-level meeting with Forest Department officials, and…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: Goa’s first Chief Minister Bhausaheb Bandodkar was an institution and even though he is not amongst us, he is everywhere, said noted scientist Dr Raghunath Mashelkar. Dr Mashelkar, FRS giving his lecture said “Dr. Bhausaheb Bandodkar was an institution. Although he is no more, he is everywhere for us. Bhau helped Bahujan Samaj to take higher education in the State. Within a very few span of time Bhau spread education in society.” He said the most powerful equation scientists have created is E = F i.e. Education = Good future, according to me. Actual equation is not…