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Goemkarponn desk CANACONA: Gaondongrim Gramsabha has recently resolved to boycott Lok Sabha elections if material purchased under Watershed Scheme’ of central government (Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana) is not distributed to the village Anganwadis before the elections. Addressing media, Gaondongrim Sarpanch Yeshwant alias Dhillon Dessai informed that the several resolutions were passed in the last gramsabha (Sunday), and on the same day, a most important resolution is passed to boycott the upcoming Lok Sabha elections . ‘Under the Watershed scheme of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana out of 7 panchayat’s in Canacona Water-shed Scheme is approved only for one Gaondongrim…

Goemkarponn desk New Delhi: In a joyful celebration of Goa’s colorful and lively tourism industry, the state emerged as a standout winner at the prestigious Economic Times- Travel & Tourism Annual Conclave & Awards, held today in New Delhi. Goa, often hailed as a coastal paradise, clinched two prestigious awards, firmly establishing itself as a premier destination on the global tourism map. The first feather in Goa’s cap, the “Tourism State of the Year” award, is a definite acknowledgment of the state’s unwavering commitment to excellence in the tourism sector. Over the years, Goa has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication to…

~ Known as the Father of Hypnotism, Abbé Faria is practically unknown in Goa, the land of his birth. ~ Konkani writer Uday Bhembre fills in significant gaps in Faria’s life with ‘rational imagination’. Goemkapronn desk Panaji: A long-believed legend that the character of the Italian priest, Abbé Faria, in Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’ (1844) is based on Goa’s very own priest-hypnotist Abbé Faria has been challenged through research by renowned Konkani writer and activist Adv. Uday Bhembre for his new novel ‘Katar Re Bhaji’. Bhembre, who was in conversation with Anwesha Singbal, the first…

~ Boat transfers are available from Kala Academy Jetty to The Aguad ~ The event will be held against the backdrop of the historic fort Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Jugglers, rhythmic drum circles and soulful musical performances will headline the unique Aguad Sunday Fete, set to be held against the backdrop of the historic Aguad Jail and Port Complex at Sinquerim on December 3. According to the organisers, the event will feature performances by artists trained at the Wenjuggler, an elite adventure sports training centre in South Goa, renowned for their exceptional juggling skills. The event also features the Drum Circle…

The girls were not carrying their mobile phones. The police, however, kept their phone numbers under surveillance and the call detail records were obtained and analysed. Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Two teenage girls went missing from their school near Panaji and were traced by the police within three hours at a beach in the capital city of Goa, an official said on Thursday. The headmaster of a government high school at Siridao, located eight km from Panaji, filed a police complaint on Wednesday that two girls, aged 13 and 14, had gone missing from the school, the official from Agassaim police…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Even on Thursday, the crucial Mhadei river diversion matter was not listed for hearing before the Supreme Court. The Apex bench is now expected to hear the matter on December 6. The SLPs filed by the State and also petitions filed by two neighbouring Karnataka and Maharashtra could not be taken up due to time constraints. All three riparian States have challenged the decision of the Mhadei Water Dispute Tribunal (MWDT) Award passed in August 2018. Besides this, the Goa government has filed a contempt petition against Karnataka for undertaking construction work at the disputed site without…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: On the eve of World AIDS Day 2023, Peter F. Borges, Chairperson of the Goa State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, conveyed significant concern regarding the persistent presence of HIV stigma and discrimination in Goa. These challenges create substantial obstacles to the well-being and inclusion of those impacted by the virus, especially young individuals who were born with HIV, have transitioned to adolescence or adulthood, and are currently in search of a supportive environment to lead a fulfilling life with the virus. Goa is home to more than 300 such individuals who have successfully overcome the…