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Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: In a major admission, the Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today alleged that several elected representatives are involved in manipulating the funds allotted to the panchayat or municipality for waste management under the 14th and 15th finance commissions. Sawant said that he has personally observed the level of corruption involved in waste management system at the local body level. “I have seen how they indulge in corruption. Rs 60,000 to Rs 70,000 are removed in the name of waste management but not even Rs 20,000 is actually spent,” alleged Sawant. The Chief Minister raised concern that despite spending…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: The state government today has notified the Drone Policy 2022 with a vision to position Goa as one of the key states in India’s drone ecosystem. The objective of the policy is to promote drone design, manufacturing, testing and maintenance facilities in the State. The policy also aims to encourage the use of drones for innovative delivery of citizen services with a focus in the areas of agriculture, forestry, horticulture, healthcare, mining and tourism. The Policy shall remain in operation for a period of five years. The Drone Policy establishes free-fly zones inside the state that can…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: The state government today has established Tribal Research Institute to carry out fundamental and applied research works on socio economic condition, language, life, culture and heritage of the tribes of Goa. The information was published today in the official gazette notification of the state government. Memorandum of Association, Rules & Regulations for the Tribal Research Institute, Goa have been notified by the state govt. Headquartered in Panaji, the institute will also be responsible for guiding different Government agencies, NGO’s etc. in formulation of planning and decision making related to the development of the Tribes of Goa. It…

Goemkarponn Desk PONDA: Revolutionary Goans (RG) protested at Kranti Maidan near martyr memorial against Mhadei river water diversion shouting slogans” Amchi Mahdei Amka Zay” . RG announced to conduct protest Public meeting at Azad Maidan on 8 January at 5.30 pm to create awarenes and also decide future course of action against Mhadei water diversion attempt by Karnataka. RG Leader Premanand Gaude, Shailesh Naik and others Urge Goans and all stakeholders to Participate in meeting including MLAs, environmentalist , religious leader , Social and cultural associations , clubs and NGO members. Revolutionary Goans leader Manoj Parab, MLA Viresh Borkar will…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Goa Party Forward President and Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai accused the Government of Goa of conspiring to derail the Mhadei case pending in the Supreme Court. On late Wednesday night, Sardesai stated that he has strong doubt that the case will be listed on Thursday. He hoped that this time Goa’s lawyers will at least stand up to mention its urgent hearing in keeping with the seriousness that the Government of Goa seems to be showing. “Prove me and all those who suspect connivance against Goa wrong, Mr Goa CM”, he tweeted. Within a few hours, Sardesai’s…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: As a part of Purple Fest which is set to begin on January 6, Access India Convention was organized by the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and the Directorate of Social Welfare, Goa in association with Access India. This was held on Thursday at Clube Tennis De Gasper Dias, Miramar, Panjim. The event was inaugurated by the Minister for Social Welfare, Subhash Phal Dessai and State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Guruprasad Pawaskar. The event was well-endowed by the Minister of Power, Sudin Dhavalikar. Also present for the convention was Solicitor and Core…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Purple Fest is celebrating diversity through the Purple Experience Zone. From January 6-8, visit Inox Courtyard in Panjim-Goa between 9 a.m- 5 p.m. for activities and workshops that promote a more inclusive society. Experience what it is like to navigate the life of a person with disability at the Purple Experience Zone. Immerse yourself in activities designed to raise awareness and understanding of the experiences of persons with disabilities. Participate in creating a more inclusive, safe, and dignified world for everyone. From challenging obstacles to helpful advancements, this zone covers it all. Jagruti Mela is a platform…