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Washington: The US has offered support for reforms to United Nations institutions, including the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said in a press briefing on Wednesday. When asked about Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s statement regarding India’s lack of a permanent seat at the UNSC, Vedant Patel said, “The President has spoken about this before in his remarks to the UN General Assembly, and the Secretary has alluded to this as well. We certainly support reforms to the UN institution, including the Security Council, to make it reflective of the 21st-century world that…

New Delhi: Two of the best-selling baby-food brands by Nestle in India contain high levels of added sugar, while such products are sugar-free in the United Kingdom, Germany Switzerland, and other developed nations, according to an investigation by Public Eye. The report said that Nestle, which is the world’s largest consumer goods company, adds sugar and honey to infant milk and cereal products in several countries, a violation of international guidelines aimed at preventing obesity and chronic diseases. Violations were found only in Asian, African, and Latin American countries. However, a Nestle India Ltd. spokesperson told NDTV Profit that the…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Pig Iron Division-1 and Met Coke Division of the Value-Added Business (VAB), Vedanta Sesa Goa have been honored with the prestigious ‘Gomant Suraksha Puraskar’ – Safety Awards 2023. The accolade was presented during the Safety Awards ceremony organized by the Green Triangle Society, a renowned NGO dedicated to promoting Occupational Safety & Health. The award acknowledges the exceptional commitment to safety protocols and outstanding performance in maintaining a secure working environment exhibited by both divisions. This recognition is a testament to VAB’s unwavering dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of its workforce. The ‘Gomant Suraksha…

Goemkapronn desk Panaji: The Department of Tourism hosted an experience for the international buyers who were invited to GITM 2024, designed to showcase the diverse cultural and natural heritage of Goa, providing a unique and immersive experience. Through meticulously curated experiences, the focus was to highlight Goa’s cultural and natural treasures but also emphasise the importance of responsible tourism. From the mesmerizing bird-watching excursion at Karmali Bird Sanctuary, guided by wildlife experts who shared insights into the local and migratory bird species of Goa, A UNESCO Heritage walk through the iconic landmarks of Goa, giving an opportunity to delve into…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: Adil Khan scored the winner six minutes from time while goalkeeper Abhimanyu Singh brought up a penalty save with seconds to go as Sporting Clube de Goa edged past Churchill Brothers FC in the Goa Professional League at Tilak Maidan, Vasco, on Wednesday. Just when it looked like the teams were heading for a goalless draw, Sporting earned a corner and Myron Fernandes swung in a dangerous corner which was headed in by the former international Adil. Churchill tried to put up a late fight for a point and were awarded a penalty but it was Abhimanyu…

Goemkarponn desk Panaji: The Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities has taken proactive steps towards ensuring equal opportunities for children with special needs to participate in sporting activities. Recently, the Commissioner’s office received a letter from District Early Intervention Centre at Hospicio Hospital Margao, urging the appointment of coaches for children with special needs at Government swimming pools and the Indoor stadium. This correspondence was directed to the Executive Director of the Sports Authority of Goa, Bambolim Goa. In response to this appeal, the Director of Coaching at the Sports Authority of Goa expressed the unavailability of…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: The High Court of Bombay in Goa was informed by the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) that the Shambhala Beach Lounge in Candolim will cease operations immediately. M Salkar, the GSPCB’s counsel, said during the hearing of a writ petition filed by the Calangute Constituency Forum in a public interest litigation (PIL) that the GSPCB had already given M/s Ekana Hospitality (Candolim) Pvt Ltd a notice of closure because it had not received permission to operate the restaurant. According to Adv Salkar, GSPCB representatives will visit the location on Tuesday to make sure that operations have…