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Mumbai/Bangalore: Allana Group, India’s largest private food company, along with its subsidiary Indian Poultry Alliance (IPA) and Captain Fresh, a global packaged seafood player, today announced the incorporation of Indian Retail Alliance Private Limited (IRAPL), a joint venture that brings together the two organisations’ complementary strengths to build India’s first at-scale, organised fresh protein retail ecosystem. Allana Group holds 51% and Captain Fresh holds 49% of the newly incorporated entity. Captain Fresh will bring its seafood supply chain capabilities, along with the omni-channel technology stack, under its retail brand ChopServe. This will be complemented by Allana Group’s deep expertise and…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Manipal Hospital Goa marked World Liver Day with a dedicated awareness drive focused on educating the public about liver health and the importance of preventive care. Centred on the theme “Solid Habits, Strong Liver,” the initiative highlighted how consistent lifestyle choices play a vital role in maintaining long term well being. The event brought together healthcare professionals and community members to address the rising incidence of liver related conditions and the need for timely diagnosis. Discussions emphasised that many liver diseases develop silently and can be effectively managed or prevented through early detection and healthier daily habits.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: A comprehensive career guidance programme titled Career Jagor has been introduced in Goa to support students at crucial academic stages. The initiative, designed for Classes 10 and 12, was formally launched at Kala Academy in Panaji and will be implemented across the state starting April 24. The programme is spearheaded by the Goa State Council of Educational Research and Training in collaboration with key education departments, including school, higher, technical, and skill development authorities. Its core objective is to provide structured and accessible career guidance to students, helping them make informed decisions aligned with their interests, strengths,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa has earned national recognition as the Best Performing Small State in Pre-Authorisation Approval Turnaround Time (TAT) under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY for the financial year 2025–26, highlighting its efficient and citizen-focused healthcare delivery. The achievement reflects the state’s emphasis on accessible, affordable, and transparent medical services. With as many as 12,991 pre-authorisation cases processed swiftly, Goa has demonstrated how streamlined systems and responsive governance can significantly benefit patients. The recognition also underscores the government’s commitment to the principle of inclusive development, ensuring timely and quality healthcare reaches even the most vulnerable sections of society. The award was…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO:A review meeting on monsoon preparedness for South Goa district was chaired by Egna Cleetus, Collector and Chairperson of the District Disaster Management Authority, with senior officials in attendance, including Ramesh Gaonkar and Velton Tellis. The meeting saw participation from all line departments, with a focus on strengthening readiness ahead of the monsoon season. Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) were instructed to deploy talathis across their jurisdictions to identify flood-prone locations and structurally unsafe buildings. Departments were also directed to map and inspect nallas and drainage systems, with a deadline set for completing these checks within the current month. All…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs has announced an extension of the ration distribution cycle under the AePDS system from April 22 to April 26, following technical issues with fingerprint authentication. According to Director Jayant G. Tari, the problem has arisen due to the ongoing transition of biometric systems in line with guidelines issued by Unique Identification Authority of India. In the meantime, authorities have been distributing foodgrains using alternative methods such as iris scanning and OTP-based verification. However, limited infrastructure and operational constraints have slowed down the process in several locations. To ensure that…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant attended a special समारोह marking the 45th anniversary of Art of Living Foundation and the 70th birthday of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, where he presented the “Unsung Everyday Heroes Award” to individuals for their notable contributions to society. The event was also attended by Chandrakant Shetye along with other dignitaries. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister congratulated the award recipients for their inspiring work and dedication, encouraging them to continue serving society with the same commitment. He also praised the Art of Living for its 45 years of efforts in promoting peace, well-being,…