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Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: Hitting out at Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant for reportedly calling Chhattisgarh and Karnataka the Congress’ ATMs, a senior leader of the grand old party has asked him whether the ten states ruled by the BJP were the party’s ATMs. “The way Pramod Sawant and his party colleagues are expressing frustration after seeing the unity of INDIA bloc, it is evident that they will go to any level to further divide our nation for their vested interest,” former Goa Congress chief Girish Chodankar said. “With an eye on the Lok Sabha polls, BJP ruled states have started…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Goa Archbishop Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrao of Goa and Daman warmly extends his heartfelt greetings on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, which commences on September 19. In his message, Fr. Ferrao underlines the significance of this festival, which symbolizes the removal of obstacles, the pursuit of wisdom, and the fostering of unity. With utmost respect and admiration for our Hindu brothers and sisters who observe the cherished tradition of Ganesh Chaturthi with unwavering religious fervor, devotion, and boundless joy, the Archbishop, in unison with the Catholic community of this Archdiocese, extends peaceful and heartfelt greetings to every…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: Triathletes and endurance sports enthusiasts from 30 countries will participate in the latest edition of the prestigious IRONMAN 70.3 INDIA triathlon – India’s biggest and truly international triathlon – scheduled to be held in Goa next month. This internationally acclaimed endurance race spread over three sports disciplines, swimming, cycling and running, is regarded as a global benchmark for the ultimate test of endurance, grit and an athlete’s mental and physical strength. The gruelling IRONMAN 70.3 India triathlon will begin with 1.9 km swim off Miramar beach in Goa, followed by a 90 km bicycle ride, before concluding…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: International Coastal Cleanup Day, observed annually during the third week of September, witnessed an initiative led by the Indian Coast Guard today. Under the guidance of Coast Guard District Headquarters No 11, Goa, a massive cleanup drive was organized by the Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sujeet in collaboration with CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography, Goa, Ocean Society of India, and National Centre for Polar Ocean Research, Vasco, Goa, at both Miramar Beach and Colva beach in Goa. Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways and Tourism, Shripad Naik, graced the event at Miramar as Chief…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Don Bosco College, Panjim won the Inter Collegiate Best Physique Championship 2023-2024, organized by Goa University at Jubilee hall, Taleigao Plateau on 15th September 2023. V.M. Salgaocar College of Law, Miramar got the Runners up position and third place was won by D.M’s College and Research Center, Assagao. Bhaskar Gain from Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda won the ‘Goa University Shree’ title 2023-2024. Chief Guest for the presentation ceremony Prof. Ganesha Somayaji, Dean, D.D. Kosambi School of Social Sciences and Behavioural Studies, Goa University along with Mr. Balachandra B. Jadar, Asst. Director of Physical Education and…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Drishti Marine’s lifesavers along with a hand-picked team of volunteers, will aid the state administration in ensuring public safety during immersion of Ganesh idols along 45 beaches in the state, the Goa-based lifesaving agency has said. Drishti Marine will be deploying its teams of lifesavers and volunteers at 53 locations, including 45 coastal beaches and eight other immersion sites until the late hours of the night. “At the designated beaches, teams of lifesavers will assist people and ensure they are safe and assist them to return to shore safely after the immersion process, as the beaches are…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that mining and all other activities will begin from this year. “Mining and all related activities will begin from this year. In my opinion, this is the best time to invest in the mining business,” said Sawant He further said that his government wants to promote sustainable mining. “In the next 7-8 years mining sector will be running on full capacity,” he added Sawant said that Goa cabinet has approved a policy to allow the sale of mining dumps, materials that were once considered as waste, bringing huge relief for leaseholders…