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Goemkarponn desk MARGAO: Goa Forward President Vijai Sardesai said that the arrest of Amit Palekar, the President of the Aam Aadmi Party, in connection with the Banastarim accident case under a stringent non-bailable section of the IPC gives the impression of it being a political move that came as an afterthought. “There’s a strong shadow of suspicion and doubt surrounding the motive behind this arrest by the Goa Police, which was made after considerable time had elapsed after the incident,” he said in a statement here. Sardesai added, this sudden, belated action has raised misgivings, especially when considered in conjunction…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Drishti Marine’s lifesavers celebrated the auspicious day of Narali Poornima by offering coconuts and flowers to the sea off various beaches in North Goa. This traditional festival is mostly observed by members of the fishing communities of the western coastal regions of India, including Goa, as a mark of devotion to the sea. Drishti Marine’s lifesavers at Miramar, Calangute and other beaches in North Goa took a momentary pause from their day chores to celebrate the festival by praying to the God of the Sea for protection. The festival traditionally heralds the start of the fishing season…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: With an aim to highlight the issue of human trafficking that is on the rise in the state, Mukti Kiran in association with MOG Foundation recently organised a debate on the topic: Who is Responsible For Tackling the issue of Human Trafficking in Goa? The Police alone or the Police along with Civil Society? The debate held at Sanskruti Bhavan, Patto, Panaji, saw the participation of 24 Higher Secondary Schools in North Goa. A Poster Competition on the issue of Anti Trafficking was held for the students. The Chief Guest for the occasion was Suchita Desai, SP…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: In a spectacular display of skill and determination, the recent Judo Championships organised by Goa University from 22nd to 25th August 2023 at Jubilee Hall saw remarkable achievements by V.M. Salgaocar College athletes. Sanskruti Sandesh Amonkar secured a notable silver medal in the -57kg category, while Vishaka Malik earned a deserving silver in the -78kg category. Priti Ramnath Kalmankar stood out with a gold medal in the same category. Dominating the above 78kg weight category, Iram Khatri clinched a gold medal and was honoured as the best Judoka overall. Adding to the glory, the women’s team emerged…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Crime Branch has arrested Adv. Amit Palekar for allegedly destructing evidence in Banastari accident case. Palekar this afternoon was called by the Crime Branch for questing post which he was arrested. Adv. Palekar speaking to the media said that he has been falsely implicated in the Banastari accident to tarnish his image. “They have pressurized me in this case. I have been falsely implicated in this case,” he added. As per information, Adv Palekar has been taken for medical examination. On Thursday, the High Court granted bail to Paresh Sawardekar, the accused in the Banastari accident case,…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant inaugurated and Interacted with the online influencers at the #YouTubersConclave on Building Development Narrative Through Youtubing organized by Rambhau Mhalgi Prabodhini with active support of Goa Govt, in the presence of Chairman of Indian Council For Cultural Relations & Vice Chairman of Rambhau Mhalgi Prabodhini Dr. Vinay Sahasrabuddhe and YouTube influencers. “I welcome all the Youtubers, experts from across the country who have come to attend, present their views at the conclave in Goa,” he said. Sawant said the Youtubers are emerging as influential opinion makers, especially in policy, technology in governance,…

Goemkarponn desk PONDA: Tense situation prevailed at Undir with villagers opposing Sewerage Treatment Plant demanded Mamlatdar to show demarcation of 109 trees that would be cut for setting up 15 MLD STP. Undir-Ponda villagers led by Mukund Naik today gathered and opposed landfilling for proposed 15 MLD Sewerage Treatment Plant. The locals also called public meeting on September 3 and villagers warned to approach Supreme Court. The villagers said the project is forced on them and they oppose the same as they fear flooding in monsoon if project is completed. Further they say, it would difficult to stay in houses…