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Goemkarponn desk Panaji: The YMCA All Goa Major Ranking Table Tennis tournament, held in collaboration with the Goa Table Tennis Association at the Indoor Stadium, Campal, showcased intense competition in the Girls’ categories (U11, U13, and U15) on its second day. In the U11 Girls category, Sachi Dessai and Inara Dsouza emerged as finalists, with Sachi defeating Anaya Shukla 3-0 in the semifinals and Inara narrowly overcoming Sheniz Souza Xavier 3-2. The U13 category saw Ishita Colaso and Aarna Lotlikar advance to the finals, with Ishita dominating Ira Nadkarni 3-0 and Aarna securing a 3-0 victory over Samaira Verlekar. In…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: BJP State President Sadanand Tanavade today said that Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has the prerogative for a Cabinet reshuffle. “CM has the prerogative for a cabinet reshuffle. We fully support any portfolio decisions made by the CM,” said Tanavade. He further said that the public has a perception of a cabinet reshuffle soon after elections are held. “No such decision has been made. Such decisions are made by CM, if at all some decision has been made, BJP will support it,” he added.

Goemkarponn desk CANACONA: In a major midnight fire inferno at least one person was charred to death, while two Tourism properties worth lakhs of Rupees were reduced to ashes on Tuesday, as Fire Personnel with four Fire-Tenders fought for over 7 hours until Wednesday morning. The two tourist properties named –Soulmate Beach Huts and Omkar Beach Huts with Restaurants and Huts already shut down for the off-season were burnt down in the fire reportedly noticed at around 00.15 hours of Tuesday-Wednesday night, with a number of Blasts of Gas-Cylinders and AC Units of the two properties. Incidentally, both the properties…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that a “No Man’s Land” Act will be introduced in the State in view of land grab cases. CM Sawant was addressing the media after chairing the cabinet meeting. “One man commission has made suggestions; amendments will be brought up in the upcoming assembly session” said CM Sawant He further said that the remaining cases are to be filed in a single court. Additionally, a “no man’s land” act will be introduced,” said CM Sawant. Sawant informed that the cabinet has accepted the commission’s report on land-grabbing cases which were probed…

Goemkarponn desk VASCO: Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) achieved a significant milestone in its ongoing initiative to upgrade the city’s infrastructure with the debut of a new electric transformer on Wednesday. MMC Chairperson Girish Borkar and numerous MMC councillors attended the event, emphasizing the project’s importance as a crucial advancement for the community. At the inauguration ceremony, MMC Chairperson Girish Borkar underscored the significance of the new transformer in ensuring a reliable and efficient power supply for the region. “This new transformer underscores our dedication to enhancing Mormugao’s infrastructure. It will not only deliver a more dependable electricity supply but also…

Goemkarponn desk MARGAO: Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao criticized the decision of the BJP Government to allow liquor shops within 100 meters of educational institutions and religious places by increasing the license fees. Alemao stated that this move will negatively impact the future of the youths and the identity of Goa. He demanded the immediate withdrawal of the notification, emphasizing the need to protect the sanctity of educational and religious establishments. Alemao also accused the government of patronizing the liquor mafia and called for a focus on stopping illegal liquor trade rather than increasing revenue through such measures. “Bankrupt BJP…

Goemkarponn desk SANKHALIM: Tourists from Karnataka’s Sankeshwar have accused officials of the Goa forest department of assaulting them and extorting hefty amounts from their purses while visiting the popular cascading Sural Falls near Belagavi. The incident reportedly occurred near Kanakumbi in Khanapura Taluk, where Sural Falls, also known as the “Venezuela of Karnataka,” is located. As the rainy season begins, the picturesque waterfall attracts many tourists from Karnataka. However, recent visitors have faced unexpected hostility. According to the allegations, forest department officials have been capitalizing on the influx of tourists by extorting money and resorting to physical violence. Five youths…