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Goemkarponn Desk CANACONA: Alleging an illegal retaining wall by Resort in Canacona is causing grave danger to the nearby houses and road users, youths in Canacona petitioned the Dy. Collector for initiating precautionary measures. Rajbhag-Tarir Youths complained to the Dy. Collector that part of a retaining wall constructed by Sunnyvale Resorts Holdings LLP has collapsed a General Store adjacent to it. ‘ The said retaining wall which is more than 3 metres of height constructed by using laterite stones and Cement blocks has now developed blocks all over and could collapse any moment’ ‘The major concern being the retaining wall…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: The Pharmaceutical sector is very critical industry for the state of Goa, as it provides employment and foreign exchange to the exchequer. The government has taken all out efforts to make Goa a major supply destination. Goa is strategically located with good infrastructure facilities with airport, a seaport, connectivity by road network and other amenities. With necessary support from the government the state has become major, export-oriented, Pharma hub in the country. However, in the recent times it (the Indian Pharma Industry) has been impacted by several challenges like patent cliffs, substantial price erosion, and increase in…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: In its relentless pursuit to excel in customer centricity and prioritizing safety, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced its ‘Monsoon Magic with Toyota to offer a wide range of exclusive discounts and benefits to ensure a hassle-free journey this monsoon. Services ranging from comprehensive vehicle health check-up to doorstep services are available across the Western states for the entire month of July 2023. As a company that has set a benchmark for safety standards, exceptional quality products and top-notch service experiences, this Monsoon Magic with Toyota is one of the many customer centric initiatives aimed at delivering…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Exploring the state economic expansion on the back of digitisation, the Goa government has initiated talks with the Prime Minister’s Office, the Union Ministry of External Affairs and other ministries to launch the digital nomad visa programme for individuals who work remotely and look to stay in the state furthering the economic possibilities. The aim is to boost the local economy, attracting more diverse types of tourists. Goa has always been a popular destination for travelers. Now, it may also become a top destination for digital nomads. “We are talking to the PMO, the Union tourism minister…

*Residents demand retaining wall in the area Goemkarponn Desk SANCOALE: Incessant rains caused a massive landslide at Upasnagar along the road bringing down boulders and loose mud. The entire traffic along the road was stuck and the Cortalim MLA Anton Vas immediately arranged for a JCB to clear the boulders and uprooted trees from the road to clear the traffic. Speaking to media, Social worker Eddie Fernandes said that there was a need for a retaining wall in the area. ” This is a busy road leading to the Sancoale Church and other residential areas and fortunately there was no…

Goemkarponn Desk VERNA: Verna Police on Thursday arrested two persons for theft of scooters and further recovered three stolen scooters. According to information, The police arrested Sohail Feroz shaikh age (19 ) a native of Hubli Karnataka and Balaram Shankar Das (22) a native of Kolkata in the case. ” Both the accused were presently residing in Verna. Verna police arrested both the persons and recovered three scooters from them while investigating. Both the accused have been arrested under section 379 IPC.” Said the source Head Constable Yeshwant Manerkar of Verna police station is investigating the case under the supervision…

Goemkarponn Desk VERNA: Verna police on Thursday arrested a 33 year old Zuarinagar resident Laxman Lamani for sexually assaulting 14 year old minor girl. According to sources , the accused took the minor victim girl on the pretext of dropping her home and assaulted her by touching her private parts and further had forcible sexual intercourse with her. The accused also allegedly threatened the victim girl with dire consequences to kill and not to disclose the incident to anyone. Verna police immediately swung in action and arrested Laxman Lamani under sections 363,376,354 A,506 (ii) of IPC , Section 8 (2…