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Team Goemkarponn MAPUSA: Aldona MLA and Goa Pradesh Congress Committee working president Adv Carlos Alvares Ferreira on Thursday expressed confidence that the Congress would return to power in Goa with the support of the people, while calling on party workers and supporters to remain united to defeat what he termed as “evil forces.” Speaking at his 60th birthday celebrations at Bastora, Ferreira thanked the people of Aldona for electing him as their representative and said their support had enabled him to bring greater recognition to Corjuem. “I want to thank you not only for electing me as your MLA but…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Police, in collaboration with VIAANAAR Group, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) Bicholim and the Telemedicine Society of India (TSI) Goa Chapter, felicitated all 14 police stations in North Goa district for successfully implementing the Swasth Police – Sashakth Police initiative. The police stations were presented with Certificates of Appreciation during a function held at Goa Police Headquarters in Panaji. The initiative, launched on December 23, 2024, by Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant, aims to strengthen preventive healthcare and ensure regular health monitoring for police personnel across North Goa. Director General of Police Alok Kumar (IPS) presented…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: A family had a narrow escape after a portion of the roof of their house collapsed at New Vaddem on Thursday night, leaving the occupants shaken but unhurt. The damaged house belongs to Vijay Mallah. According to available information, a section of the roof suddenly caved in while family members were inside the house. They managed to escape safely before any injuries could occur. Neighbours rushed to the spot after hearing a loud noise and assisted the family. The collapse caused significant damage to the affected portion of the house. The exact cause of the incident has…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: Efforts to chart Vasco’s future growth gathered momentum as Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar and South Goa Collector Egna Cleetus inspected Naval lands to explore possibilities for the city’s planned expansion. The inspection focused on identifying land parcels that could be utilised to meet Vasco’s growing infrastructure and civic requirements while ensuring that any future development remains compatible with defence operations. Officials visited several locations to assess the scope for planned urban expansion. Speaking after the inspection, Salkar said Vasco is witnessing increasing demand for better public infrastructure and civic amenities, making it essential to identify suitable land…

Team Goemkarponn DABOLIM: South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes has secured an assurance from the Union Government that civilian flight operations at Dabolim Airport will continue without interruption, bringing clarity over the airport’s future following the opening of Manohar International Airport at Mopa. In a statement issued on Friday, the MP said Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in a communication sent earlier this month, confirmed that Dabolim Airport would continue to handle civilian flights, putting to rest speculation about its possible closure. Captain Viriato had written to the Defence Minister seeking an official clarification amid recurring concerns over the airport’s…

Team Goemkarponn GOGOL: The main absconding accused in the murder of Ali Khanzade at Gulistan Masjid, Mehboob Makandar, reportedly evaded arrest during a police operation on Friday night, while one of his associates was apprehended. According to available information, Makandar was allegedly seen in the company of Sabir Khan of Gogol and Maila Ali Savnoor. When police moved in to apprehend the suspects, they reportedly attempted to flee. Police managed to arrest Sabir Khan, while Makandar and another suspect escaped. Investigators have also issued notices to several persons suspected of having links to the alleged pre-planned murder conspiracy. As part…

Team Goemkarponn ANJUNA: A 26-year-old man from Odisha has been booked by Anjuna Police for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol, causing a road accident that injured two persons, and fleeing the scene without offering assistance. According to police, the case was registered on June 26 based on a complaint filed by Head Constable Sandeep Pednekar of Anjuna Police Station. The accused, identified as Rakesh Naresh Mohanty, a resident of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, was allegedly driving a Thar jeep (OD-04-W-5159) from Ozrant, Vagator, towards Anjuna on the morning of June 25. Police said that at around 7.35 am,…