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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: #RabiesMuktGoa’s Static Point Vaccination campaign has successfully concluded in Goa, with a remarkable achievement of vaccinating over 5000 dogs across North and South Goa in less than a month. This campaign was jointly initiated by the Government of Goa, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, and Mission Rabies as part of their ongoing efforts to maintain Goa as a Rabies-Controlled State. The campaign spanned 6 talukas and encompassed 110 Static Points, primarily located in panchayats and veterinary dispensaries in the interiors of Goa. The event witnessed remarkable participation from local government bodies. Approximately 14 MLAs…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Health minister Vishwajit Rane said that the shortage of ambulances in the state is causing delays in providing immediate emergency care, particularly to the victims of road accidents. Rane stated that the state now possesses 56 ambulances and that an additional 25 ambulances are required. “When we first started using the ambulances, there weren’t many accident hotspots, and our average response time was the fastest in the nation at seven minutes,” Rane stated. “Now that there are more of these hotspots, we need more ambulances.” According to Rane, the state now has 56 ambulances and needs another…

Goemkarponn desk PONDA: Three young lads were taken into custody by the Ponda police for allegedly stealing two-wheelers. Police are looking for two additional minors who took part in the crime. Two bicycles were reported stolen from Khandepar and Madkai last week, according to the police. Police located the cuplrits, who were reportedly pupils in the 12th standard, after conducting a comprehensive search. Students are two of the other people who have fled, according to PI Tushar Lotlikar, who is looking into the case.

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and Directorate of Social Welfare is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated International Purple Fest 2024, Goa. The event promises to be a spectacular global celebration of inclusivity and empowerment, set to unfold from 8th -13th January’2024 in the enchanting state of Goa. The announcement of International Purple Fest 2024 comes as a testament to the event’s exponential growth and success for the first edition of Purple Fest 2023. The international edition will extend the Purple Fest experience to a global audience, bridging cultures and nurturing artistic collaborations…

In 24 hours, Gujarat has witnessed at least 10 heart attack-related deaths during Garba events, a Gujarati folk dance celebrated over Navratri. Shockingly, the youngest victim was just 17 years old. The incident took place during Navratri celebrations in Kapadvanj, Kheda district, where 17-year-old Veer Shah suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while playing Garba. Despite immediate attention from volunteers and three cycles of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Veer Shah could not be revived and was declared dead upon reaching the hospital. His grieving father, Ripal Shah, urged caution, emphasising the importance of rest while playing Garba while speaking with ANI. In…

Goemkarponn desk CANACONA: The villagers of Gaondongrim alleging materials received under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojna is not distributed to eligible people, have threatened to boycott the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. According to Gaondongrim Sarpanch Yeshwant alias Dhillon Dessai, central government under the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana 2021-26 (PMKSY) has approved around 10 lakhs of rupees for the Water Conservation Inititiative of ‘Pani Adwa, Pani Jirva scheme, as a first phase expenses. And through this fund, 11 tables, 11 steel cupboards and 200 plastic chairs have been purchased for the distribution to the respective Anganwadis in the…

As part of its three-year association with Sunburn, the world’s #10 music festival and Asia’s premiere EDM festival, Absolut Glassware is once again ready to curate exhilarating experiences for the youth of the country. As the Co- Presenting Partner, it will add to the spirit of the world-famous music festival, happening in Goa from December 28 to 31 this year along with 24 shows in 10+ cities featuring 6 global artists and the world’s best DJs. The brand aims to own the future of nightlife in India and a big part of this are the Sunburn Arenas that kicked off…