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Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: The Academy awards popularly known as ‘the Oscars’ is one thing that excites every film maker across the world. For Indians, this coveted Oscars remained beyond their reach for a very long time. Then one day, Bhanu Athaiya broke that glass ceiling when she won the Academy Award for Best Costume Design for her work in the 1982 film, Gandhi. Later on many Indians like AR Rahman, Resul Pookutty, M.M. Keeravani, Guneet Monga Kapoor and Kartiki Gonsalves scripted success in Oscars and proved us that this award is achievable and winnable. But the ways of winning an…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: As part of 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), a Master Class Session by Kartiki Gonzalves, RV Ramani, Miriam Chandy Menachery, Sai Abishek and Nilotpal Majumdar on Indian Documentary on World Stage was held at the Kala Academy in Goa today. In an engaging discussion with Moderator Anshul Chaturvedi about documentaries, the documentary film makers shared illuminating and valuable perspectives on the essence and challenges of documentary filmmaking. Indian documentaries have gained global recognition, earning nominations and accolades at prestigious international film festivals. Kartika Gonsalves, an eminent documentary filmmaker celebrated for her evocative storytelling…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: According to a Tourism minister Rohan Khaunte, the Goa government is planning to launch several programs to assist startups, as the state is expected to develop into a hub for innovative startup ideas. The government’s goal, according to Goa Information Technology Minister Rohan Khaunte, is to establish the state as a top startup destination in Asia. He made this statement on Thursday during the three-day Tech Media Startup 2023 event’s closing ceremony. “With its lively vibe, Goa is well-positioned to develop into a thriving hub for innovative startups. We plan to launch a range of initiatives in…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: South Goa Collector has issued an order today directing all the Revenue Officers ie. Deputy Collector & SDO’s, Mamlatdars & Joint Mamlatdars of South Goa District to start taking Mundkar cases such as Declaration, Purchase and Appeals on all Saturdays for speedy disposal of such cases with immediate effect. The officers are also expected to submit weekly progress reports of the hearings in this regards on every Monday. Mandrem MLA Jit Arolkar had met Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and requested him to appoint a special Mamlatdar to clear pending Kul-Mundkar cases in his constituency on fast track…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Goa govt has notified conferment of provisional occupancy rights to 7 evacuee properties at Mayem. Survey numbers Sy. No. 295/4 & 295/5, Sy. No. 403/6, 403/8 & 403/15, Sy. No. 14/1, Sy. No. 11/19,21, Sy. No. 107/9, Sy. No. 115/2, Sy. No. 258/1 & & 258/5 with dwelling houses have been allocated provisional occupancy rights. In case, any interested person in the lands specified above, has any objection to the said provisional declaration he/she may file objection/say in writing, within two months, states the notification. However, the conferment of occupancy rights is subject to the result of…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI:It is a welcome step on part of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities to undertake Access Audit of 1400 Government and Aided Schools and Colleges in Goa and make the Kadamba Buses accessible to Persons with Disabilities. This is just a beginning, long way to go, stated Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao. I had written a Letter to the Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant on 9th January 2023 urging him to create “Care Centre” for Persons with Autism. I had also demanded to provide Reservations for Persons with Autism in Government Jobs and make all Public Places…

Goemkarponn Desk SIOLIM: In a tragic incident a line helper of Electricity Department was electrocuted at Siolim while on duty. The deceased is identified as 38-year-old Krishna Pawar. He was electrocuted while working on the electric pole as per reports. Family members alleged that requisite safety precautions were not taken when Krishna was working on the pole.