The ongoing tussle over the Mhadei river water sharing issue between the states of Goa, Karnataka, and Maharashtra has taken a new turn with Goa’s Water Resources Minister Subhash Shirodkar expressing his frustration over the lack of communication from the Mhadei Water Management Authority (PRAWAH) for a joint inspection of the Mhadei stretch. This issue has significant implications for the water resources and environmental sustainability of the region, and it is essential for all parties involved to engage in constructive dialogue to reach a mutually acceptable solution. In a recent statement, Minister Shirodkar highlighted the state government’s eagerness to conduct…
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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The All Goa Secondary School Teachers Association (AGSSTA) recently met with Director of Education Shailesh Zingde to address concerns regarding the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) in the state. The association emphasized the need for schools to be allowed to continue with the old timetable in order to fully support the 100 per cent implementation of NEP. During the meeting, the AGSSTA delegation highlighted that the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) recommends a total instruction time of 29 hours per week, as per Section 4.3 G of NCF. They pointed out that despite this recommendation, teachers…
Goemkapronn desk Panaji: The annual 61-day fishing ban in the coastal state will be implemented from June 1, a Minister said. Goa Fisheries Minister Nilkanth Halarnkar said that the ban will be enforced from June 1. “The ban is for 61 days, which is from June 1 to July 31,” Halarnkar said. The Minister added that action would be taken against those who are involved in illegal fishing during the banned season. “Due to the rough weather conditions in the sea, nobody goes for fishing. All the boats are anchored at jetties. However, we will take action if anyone is found…
In a highly anticipated move, Hardik Pandya, India’s vice-captain, has rejoined the national squad in the USA ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Pandya, who missed the initial flight with the first batch of players, took a brief respite following a grueling IPL season. The dynamic all-rounder, who has been a pivotal figure in India’s T20 lineup, is now ready to focus on leading India to glory. The Journey to Redemption Hardik Pandya’s recent performance in the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) was far from stellar. As the captain of the Mumbai Indians, Pandya’s…
MUMBAI: The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 was a thrilling season filled with goals, drama, and entertainment. Among the excitement, several players emerged as key contributors to their teams’ successes. These standout performers not only shone on the field but also delivered significant points in the ISL Fantasy game, proving invaluable to managers who selected them despite their low-cost price tags. FC Goa forward Noah Sadaoui finished as the highest-scoring player in the game with 113 points. Joining him in the elite 100-point club were Mohun Bagan Super Giant’s Dimitrios Petratos, Punjab FC’s Madih Talal, and Odisha FC’s Roy Krishna.…
Goemkarponn desk CANACONA: The Lions Club of Canacona in partnership with Mandovi Parivar Jana-Sena has launched an Emergency Helpline Service Van for the needy society of Canacona. This Service Van was launched at Molyma Resorts Rajbag, Canacona on Monday in the presence of Senior Lion member PMJF Lion Mario Fernandes, Jansena Co-ordinator Siddharth Gayak, President (Lions club of Canacona) Lion Gourish Vernekar, Zone Chairperson Lion Yogita Vernekar, Vice-President Lion R.S.Nayak, Lion Ulhas Phaldesai, Lion Gopichand Vernekar, Lion Vallerian Viegas, Lion Dilkush Shet, Lion Aruna Shet, Lion Sajjan Gaonkar, Lion Nelson Fernandes, Lion Ravi Desai and Leo Secretary Arth Vèrnekar. Speaking…
Goemkapronn desk CANAOCNA: AAM (AYUSH) Agonda conducted “Training on Zero waste management of Banana leaves and Menstrual health awareness at Ayushgram Agonda. The Ayush cell organised the training in collaboration with HLL Lifecare Limited, Trivandrum, where 49 people from Agonda benefitted, AYUSH CHO: Dr.Shradha Naik, besides Dy. Director Ayush Dr Minal Joshi, Ayurvedic Dr Divakerji Velip, CHC Canacona Physician Medical Officer Dr Satish, and Homoeopathic Consultant Dr Vidhya Malik, were present and lighted traditional lamp to mark the inauguration of the training. The Resource Persons were Mrs Dhanya MS Training Coordinator, Mrs Vinod Mohan Menstrual Cup Trainer, Mr S K…