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SURAJ NANDREKAR/ Goemkarponn CALANGUTE: The Villagers of Calangute are up in arms over the dance bars, and the bouncers abusing and assaulting the local youth for no reason. Not just this, but the dance bars have tarnished the image of the entire Goa, which is a popular tourist destination across the World. As per the latest report of the Village Panchayat of Calangute, which has taken an aggressive stand of shutting down these illegal dens of prostitution, there are around 14 dance bars operating in its jurisdiction, and there are two places where the pimps operate from – Tito’s lane,…

Goemkarponn desk CURCHOREM: District Magistrate, South-Goa, Margao, has notified the Pay Parking for two-wheelers, four-wheelers and parking for Rickshaw carriages only. The notification will be applicable 24 hours on all days within the jurisdiction of Curchorem-Cacora Municipal Council, subject to the stipulated conditions. Pay Parking notified at GSUDA Market, Curchorem at the front of Rajani Pushpa Building on the left side of the main road to Vendor’s shade, right side from the Main road to Vendor’s shade, from GSUDA market to Shantadas building, right side from the Main road to Fire Station road, front of GSUDA market, left side from…

*First installment of bid price to be paid to the govt within 15 days of letter of intent, says mines director Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today announced that Vedanta is the successful bidder to acquire Block 1, Bicholim in the first phase of auctioning with the bidder executing the lease for a period of 50 years. As per information, the online bid for Bicholim-Mulgao mining block was opened on at 63 per cent of the average sale price fixed by Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) and Vedanta bided highest at 63.55 per cent revenue share. “Vedanta is…

Want action against illegal dance bars in Calangute Touts promoting illegal businesses by misleading, cheating & harassing tourists, says Lobo 16 illegal dance bars to be issued notice tomorrow for misusing license, says Joseph Sequeira Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Calangute MLA Michael and Village Sarpanch Joseph Sequeira today met DGP Jaspal Singh IPS, demanding strict action against illegally operating dance and disco bars in Calangute jurisdiction. Lobo, along with members of the Panchayat today, met the DGP over the issue of illegal dance bars operating without valid licenses. “Illegal dance bars operating in Calangute. Today we have met DGP demanding to…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: FC Goa midfielder Iker Guarrotxena has been a strong addition to the Carlos Pena-led side, being a much-needed creative outlet in the team along with his versatility of playing across the attacking line. Having scored two goals so far and showing a strong determination on the pitch, the Spaniard didn’t take much time to adapt to the Hero Indian Super League (ISL), and is already enjoying the atmosphere and the support of the FC Goa fans. While his camaraderie with his teammates and staff might be a common sight, Iker has gone beyond the dressing room and…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: A Russian accused of selling drugs in Goa this morning escaped from police custody after his case hearing in fast track court in Panaji. As per information, the Russian national is Makarov Maxim and was accused in a drug case. “Maxim escaped from Panaji fast track court after his hearing was over,” sources said. Anti Narcotics Cell (ANC) arrested the Russian national Maxim Makarov, aged 38 years, from Morjim while possessing Hashish Oil worth Rs 9 lakh. “900 grams of hashish oil worth Rs 9,00,000 was found in his possession,” Police had said. According to Police, the…

Goemkarponn desk PORVORIM: All-rounder Arjun Tendulkar made his Ranji Trophy debut memorable by scoring a ton against Rajasthan. Arjun, representing Goa, brought up his 100 in only 178 balls. With the ton, Arjun also matched his father, Sachin Tendulkar’s, record. The Junior Tendulkar, just like his father, smashed a century in his very first Ranji match. Sachin, who made his Ranji Trophy debut way back in 1988 against Gujarat, also smashed a ton on his debut. Coming to bat at No 7, Arjun completed his hundred in 178 just balls. His innings consisted of 12 fours and two sixes, putting…