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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: FC Goa midfielder Iker Guarrotxena has been a strong addition to the Carlos Pena-led side, being a much-needed creative outlet in the team along with his versatility of playing across the attacking line. Having scored two goals so far and showing a strong determination on the pitch, the Spaniard didn’t take much time to adapt to the Hero Indian Super League (ISL), and is already enjoying the atmosphere and the support of the FC Goa fans. While his camaraderie with his teammates and staff might be a common sight, Iker has gone beyond the dressing room and…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: A Russian accused of selling drugs in Goa this morning escaped from police custody after his case hearing in fast track court in Panaji. As per information, the Russian national is Makarov Maxim and was accused in a drug case. “Maxim escaped from Panaji fast track court after his hearing was over,” sources said. Anti Narcotics Cell (ANC) arrested the Russian national Maxim Makarov, aged 38 years, from Morjim while possessing Hashish Oil worth Rs 9 lakh. “900 grams of hashish oil worth Rs 9,00,000 was found in his possession,” Police had said. According to Police, the…

Goemkarponn desk PORVORIM: All-rounder Arjun Tendulkar made his Ranji Trophy debut memorable by scoring a ton against Rajasthan. Arjun, representing Goa, brought up his 100 in only 178 balls. With the ton, Arjun also matched his father, Sachin Tendulkar’s, record. The Junior Tendulkar, just like his father, smashed a century in his very first Ranji match. Sachin, who made his Ranji Trophy debut way back in 1988 against Gujarat, also smashed a ton on his debut. Coming to bat at No 7, Arjun completed his hundred in 178 just balls. His innings consisted of 12 fours and two sixes, putting…

Goemkarponn desk PONDA: The Villagers of Wadi Talavalim strongly condemned the forceful erection of a mobile tower on Government Primary School Premises at Talavalim using Police force. The locals said although they were ready to show an alternate site for the erection of the tower, the Contractor and officials were not ready to listen to them. This morning, the locals were shocked to see that the mobile Company damaged the compound wall ICB of the School entering in School Premises and started digging a pit for the foundation of the mobile tower without keeping any setback behind close to the…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: High Court of Bombay at Goa has directed the state government to file an affidavit before December 20 in the Advocate assault case. The HC has also issued notices to DGP, SP Crime, PI Porvorim and four policemen involved in the alleged assault of Advocate Gajanan Sawant. Head Constable Sandeep Parab and constables Mahadev Naik, Amrut Nagvekar (Robot – 8), and constable driver Marcus Gomes (Robot – 8) were suspended on Tuesday. Following the FIR against Gajanan Sawant from Thivim for allegedly assaulting a police officer and obstructing other police officers from discharging their duties, the Porvorim…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The High Court of Bombay at Goa has reserved its order in a petition filed by casino operators challenging the State government’s order directing them to pay licence fees during the closed period of the COVID pandemic. The High Court heard the arguments from both parties and has reserved its order. Advocate general Devidas Pangam said that the Court is yet to give any date for delivery of its order. The casino operators have petitioned the court seeking waiver of licence fees during the period that they were not operational, that is, between April 1, 2020, to…

Goemkarponn desk VASCO: Vasco PI Kapil Nayak has sent a strong message to the parents and vehicle owners that they will be booked for any crimes committed by their minor children. “Sadly, we have had two fatal accidents within 20 days, and in both cases, two different innocent women lost their lives for no fault, and in both cases, the vehicles were driven by minors without a valid licence,” he said. He added, “I want to make it absolutely clear that Vasco police will not take such cases lightly, and we will take the most stringent action as per law…