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With the rapid advancement in science and technology world has become a global village and people get access for information at a faster pace. They also get themselves abreast with the latest happenings and developments that are taking place across the world. The advent of digitization facilitates opportunities, increases customer satisfaction and employees productivity. Taking this aspect into account, the State Government which is committed for the upliftment of its people has embarked upon launching e-Bazaar, a novel idea aimed at empowering Goan entrepreneurs and Self Help Groups, through digital initiative under Swayampurna Goa programme. E-Bazaar, in fact is a…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: In view of the pending hearing before the Supreme Court Of India (SC) on the Tiger Reserve matter, the High Court of Bombay at Goa has granted further relief to the Goa government till December 11. The Supreme Court of India is likely to hear the matter on Tiger Reserve on November 10. Accordingly, the High Court deferred the matter on the contempt plea to December 11 During the hearing today, the petitioner Goa Foundation (GF), who had filed a contempt plea against the State, requested the HC to defer the hearing citing special leave petition pending…

Goemkarponn desk VASCO: In light of the upcoming 37th National Games cycling event, which is scheduled to take place on National Highway 566 from 9 a.m. on November 6 to midnight on November 9, the Goa Traffic Police have released a traffic advisory. For the seamless operation of the cycling (road race) on November 8 and 9, vehicle traffic will be limited in the lane that leads from MES College Junction to Birla Cross Junction, NH 566, from 4 a.m. to 3 p.m. On November 6 and 7, traffic from Dabolim Airport heading towards Verna-Margao will be permitted to use…

Goemkarponn desk BETALBATIM: The people of Betalbatim are up in arms against a four-villa project proposed to come into their village. The villagers claimed that the project is in close proximity to a chapel and also there is no gram sabha approval for it. The villagers charged that they are already facing issues concerning shortage of drinking water, power fluctuations, no proper disposal of garbage and lack of sewage system. The Sarpanch, however, informed the villagers that it is not a mega project but four individual villas with a swimming pool. He also said that the project has obtained all…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Art and Culture Minister Govind Gaude today said that Kala Academy will be be reopened on November 10 and is all set to host the International Film Festival of India (IFFI). “Chief Minister Pramod Sawant will reopen on November 10 at 10 am morning. The work was going on for the last three years and finally it is now ready,” said Gaude. He further said that IFFI will also be held at the venue from November 10. “When the structural audit was completed, the government had decided to revamp the academy as it was required. Now entire…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said that his department has issued a new tender for newborn screening in government hospitals. “I am thrilled to announce an exciting initiative by the state’s health department. We have issued a tender for newborn screening in government hospitals. This screening will identify conditions that could potentially harm your baby’s growth through neonatal screening,” said Rane. He further said that in his mission to create a healthier state, preventive measures are essential. This screening encompasses the detection of 5 diseases and 46 disorders and will be performed within 72 hours of birth. “Our…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The recently introduced policies for bed and breakfast (B&B), caravan, and homestay accommodations in the scenic state of Goa are expected to provide a much-needed boost to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) operating in the hospitality, tourism, and travel sector. This assessment comes from an in-depth review of the policies conducted by myATITHI.global – a community platform committed to supporting tourism-related MSMEs. In response to the Caravan and Home Stay Policy, our founder & director, Gautam Mehra said, “This policy is a ray of hope for small businesses in hospitality, tourism, and travel. It’s not just a…