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Team Goemkarponn Margao: A burglary was reported at Dando, Navelim, Salcete, following a complaint lodged by Nancy Fernandes, a resident of the area, stating that her house was broken into and valuables were stolen during the late hours of Christmas. According to the complaint, the incident occurred between 11.50 pm on December 24, 2023, and 1.30 am on December 25, 2025, when an unknown accused allegedly broke open the rear door of the complainant’s house at Dando, Navelim. The accused reportedly committed theft of a Citizen Eco-Drive Navihawk wristwatch valued at around Rs 1 lakh, cash of approximately Rs 50,000…

Team Goemkarponn Canacona: A road accident involving a Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle and a cyclist was reported opposite the Canacona Police Station on December 17, 2025, at around 1.15 pm. According to a complaint filed by HC 5732 Dhananjay Desai of Canacona Police Station, the rider of a Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle, identified as Marc Goes, a resident of Vadamol, Shristhal, Canacona, was allegedly riding in a rash and negligent manner while proceeding from Chaudi towards Shristhal. Upon reaching opposite the Canacona Police Station, the motorcycle reportedly dashed into an ongoing cyclist. The cyclist, Tanaji Bhatkande, a resident of Mastimol,…

“One of the strongest arguments in favour of the Kushavati district is administrative reach. Large districts often mean overburdened collectors, slower decision-making, and weak last-mile delivery of government services. A new district could reduce the administrative load, allowing officials to respond faster to local needs. Whether it is land records, disaster management, health services, or education administration, smaller jurisdictions can, in theory, make governance more responsive and accountable. The government has also highlighted the financial dimension. A new district can improve access to central funds and programmes. District-level eligibility under schemes such as the Aspirational District Programme often depends on…

Team Goemkarponn Margao: Citizens’ platform Madganvcho Awaaz has resolved to stand firmly with all voices of conscience and actively participate in collective efforts to safeguard Goa for future generations. The group reaffirmed its commitment to protect the State’s land, environment, villages and people through unity, vigilance and moral resolve. Responding to an appeal by former Bombay High Court Judge Justice Ferdino Rebello, youth leader Prabhav Naik met Justice Rebello on Tuesday and submitted a formal resolution on behalf of Madganvcho Awaaz, expressing solidarity with his call for Goans to unite against unchecked and destructive development. Madganvcho Awaaz noted that Justice…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today announced that Goa’s proposed third district will be named Kushavati, drawing inspiration from the Kushavati river that flows through all four talukas earmarked for the new district—Sanguem, Canacona, Quepem and Dharbandora. Explaining the rationale behind the name, Sawant said Kushavati represents the region’s deep-rooted geographical legacy and cultural identity, as the river has historically sustained the people, ecology and livelihoods of these talukas. He reiterated that Quepem will function as the headquarters of the proposed district. The Chief Minister clarified that the formal creation of the district would take time as administrative…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Fire and Emergency Services Director Nitin Raikar on Wednesday categorically denied granting permission to nightclubs to restart operations after being shut down for lacking the mandatory Fire No-Objection Certificate (NOC). Responding to media queries about reports that some clubs had resumed business despite closures, Raikar said no approvals had been issued by the Fire Department. “We have not given any permission to clubs to resume operations. Even if establishments claim to have complied with safety requirements, a re-inspection by the department is mandatory, and that has not been carried out yet,” he stated. Raikar further pointed out…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) has suspended two officials in the wake of the Arpora nightclub fire, citing lapses in inspection protocols. The suspended staff members are scientific assistant Chaitanya Salgaonkar and junior environmental engineer Vijay Harichandra Kansekar, who reportedly failed to carry out a proper inspection at Birch by Romeo Lane. Following a review of the magisterial report on the incident, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant convened a meeting with department heads and directed them to issue showcause notices to officials responsible for approving permissions for the nightclub. Notices are expected to be sent to…