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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI/VASCO/MARGAO: A major controversy has erupted across Goa following alleged derogatory remarks against St. Francis Xavier, with police registering an FIR and political leaders from across parties calling for immediate and decisive action. The Vasco Police have booked Gautam Khattar under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for allegedly hurting religious sentiments during a public event. The complaint was filed by Congress leader Peter D’Souza, who termed the incident unacceptable and demanded accountability not just from the speaker but also organisers and those present. The issue escalated further after a second video surfaced from an event in Panaji,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has called for maintaining communal harmony in the wake of the controversy surrounding remarks against St. Francis Xavier, while confirming that an FIR has been registered against Gautam Khattar. Addressing the issue, Sawant appealed to organisers of public events to exercise responsibility while inviting speakers from outside the state. He stressed that due diligence must be ensured so that no statements are made that could disturb Goa’s long-standing communal peace. The Chief Minister stated that the police have already taken cognisance of the matter and registered a case following the controversial remarks. He…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has reiterated that education should not be treated as a profit-driven activity, stating that schools exist to shape students’ futures and contribute to their overall development. He highlighted that educational institutions have a larger responsibility of guiding students in their career paths, with teachers playing a crucial role in mentoring and preparing them for the future. According to Sawant, the focus of schools must remain on quality learning and holistic growth rather than financial considerations. In addition, the Chief Minister announced that a specialised Fire and Emergency Services course will be introduced in…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Acting on a suo moto Public Interest Litigation over the alarming sight of dead fish floating in Mala Lake, the High Court has directed the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) and the Directorate of Health (DoH) to submit detailed status reports. During the hearing, the court made it clear that the matter is not confined to a one-off incident at Mala Lake, but reflects a deeper and more systemic problem impacting water bodies located along the outskirts of urban centres. The bench observed that such recurring incidents point towards possible lapses in monitoring, pollution control, and…

Team Goemkarponn Calangute: Calangute MLA Michael Lobo has strongly condemned the controversial remarks made by Gautam Khattar against Goencho Saib, the revered patron saint Francis Xavier. Lobo stated that people across Goa, irrespective of caste, creed, or religion, have denounced the offensive comments, describing them as irresponsible and deeply hurtful to the sentiments of Goans. He alleged that such statements appear to be a deliberate attempt to create division and communal disharmony in the state. Highlighting Goa’s long-standing tradition of unity, tolerance, and mutual respect, Lobo urged citizens to remain vigilant against such attempts, particularly those driven by personal publicity.…

Team Goemkarponn Ponda: Devout residents of Ponda have called for the removal of a chicken shop operating at the entrance of the municipal vegetable market, citing hygiene issues and inconvenience to vendors and customers. A delegation submitted a memorandum to Deputy Collector Kaushik Amonkar, urging immediate intervention. The official assured that directions would be issued to the Ponda Municipal Council to address the matter. Municipal Chairperson Virendra Dhavlikar also responded positively, assuring that necessary steps would be taken. The memorandum was submitted by Brahmachari Arjun Priyaprabhu of ISKCON along with Satyavijay Naik, Devanand Surlekar, Gautam Prabhu, Rajendra Desai, Shivdatt Nadkarni…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant inaugurated the seven day Gomantak Janak Bhagwan Parshuram Avtaran Mahotsav 2026 at the Mandovi Promenade in Panaji, marking the beginning of a major spiritual and cultural celebration in the state. The festival, being held from April 19 to April 26, commemorates the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Parshuram and aims to promote Goa as a hub for spiritual and cultural tourism. The event is organised by the Rashtriya Parshuram Parishad along with the Panaji Nav Varsha Swagat Samiti, in collaboration with the Department of Information and Publicity and managed by the Entertainment Society of…