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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a major development linked to the tragic fire at the ‘Birch by Romeo Lane’ bar and nightclub in Arpora, the State government on Wednesday dismissed the suspended Secretary of the Village Panchayat of Arpora-Nagoa, Raghuvir Bagkar, holding him responsible for serious dereliction of duty that allowed the illegal operation of the establishment where 25 people lost their lives on December 6. In a separate action, the government also disqualified Arpora Sarpanch Roshan Redkar with immediate effect for misuse and abuse of power in connection with the same case. Redkar has been removed from the membership of…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A magisterial committee constituted by the Goa government has submitted its report into the deadly fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, identifying forged documents, trade licence violations and illegal constructions as key reasons behind the December 6, 2025 tragedy that claimed 25 lives. The inquiry primarily examined the role of Village Panchayat Secretary Raghuvir Bagkar and pointed to serious procedural failures that allowed the nightclub to function unlawfully for an extended period. According to the report, the establishment continued operations even after its trade licence had expired. The committee observed that the lapse of the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has achieved a major milestone with the registration of five new Geographical Indication (GI) tags, marking a significant step towards protecting the State’s rich agricultural heritage and traditional knowledge. The newly registered Goan GI products are Taleigao Vayingim (Taleigao Brinjal), Goa Hilario Mango, Goa Korgut Rice, Goa Kaju Apple, and Goa Mussarad Mango. Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant hailed the achievement, calling it a proud moment for the State. “Goa has achieved a significant milestone with the registration of five new Geographical Indication tags, celebrating our State’s rich agricultural heritage and traditional wisdom. These GI tags…

Team Goemkarponn ARAMBOL: The Department of Town and Country Planning (TCP) has cancelled the provisional permission granted for the change of zone at Arambol, TCP Minister Vishwajit Rane announced on Tuesday. The decision follows concerns raised by local residents of Arambol, who met the minister and expressed strong objections to the proposed change. After reviewing the matter, the department decided to withdraw the permission in the interest of the people, the minister said. “After the people of Arambol met me and shared their concerns, the matter was carefully reviewed and the decision was taken in their interest. I have assured…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, Drishti Marine, the Goa government-appointed beach safety agency, has deployed innovative floating platforms known as ‘Seahorse’ to strengthen beach surveillance and emergency response during the New Year festive rush. Four Seahorse platforms have been positioned at high-footfall beaches—Calangute, Candolim and Miramar in North Goa, and Baina in South Goa—as tourist arrivals peak across the state. The Seahorses function as temporary floating lifeguard stations anchored at sea, offering lifesavers an elevated vantage point to monitor swimmers and beachgoers. The initiative comes amid increasing sand erosion, which has affected the stability and placement…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant has called upon newly elected Zilla Parishad members to work with dedication to make Goa self-reliant by 2037, with a strong focus on village-centric and sustainable development. Addressing the oath-taking ceremony of newly elected Zilla Parishad members, organised by the Directorate of Panchayat at the Secretariat in Porvorim, the Chief Minister said ZP members have a crucial role in realising the Government’s vision of a self-reliant Goa. The oath was administered by Director of Panchayat Shri Narayan Arondekar. On the occasion, Dr Sawant also announced the creation of a third district named…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Lok Bhavan, Goa has ushered in the New Year with the introduction of two institutional initiatives aimed at strengthening internal administrative processes and governance mechanisms. As part of the initiatives, the New Durbar Hall within the Lok Bhavan premises has been renamed Zuari Hall. The term “Durbar,” traditionally associated with colonial-era administrative practices, has been replaced with a name inspired by the Zuari River, reflecting Goa’s natural and cultural heritage. The renaming is in keeping with contemporary democratic values and constitutional principles. In another major step, Lok Bhavan has initiated the implementation of a paperless administrative system…