Author: Team Admin

Team Goemkarponn Bicholim: A motorcycle rider sustained injuries after a leopard leapt onto his two-wheeler while attempting to cross the road at Mulgaon on Saturday night, triggering fresh concerns over wildlife movement in the area. The incident occurred at around 8 pm on the Mulgaon main road, where the sudden appearance of the leopard caused the motorcycle to crash, leaving the vehicle badly damaged. The injured rider has been identified as Digambar Naik, a resident of Mulgaon. He suffered injuries to his hand and leg and was rushed to the Bicholim Health Centre. After receiving primary medical care, he was…

Team Goemkarponn Pernem: Pernem Police have registered an Unnatural Death (UD) case following the death of a 23-year-old man from Pernem while undergoing medical treatment at the Goa Medical College (GMC), Bambolim. According to police, UD No. 15/2025 under Section 194 of the BNSS was registered on December 21 at around 9.25 am after information was received from the Casualty Police (CP), GMC Bambolim, that the patient, identified as Tukaram Vithoba Zore (23), a resident of Dhangar Wada, Murmuse, Pernem, had expired in Ward No. 144 during treatment. Police inquiry revealed that the deceased had been admitted to GMC on…

Team Goemkarponn Mapusa: A 36-year-old mason from Guirim lodged a complaint with the police alleging that his mobile phone was snatched by unknown persons near a bar and restaurant in Mapusa on December 20. According to the complaint, the incident occurred at around 2 pm on December 20 near a bar and restaurant in Mapusa, Bardez. The complainant, Uday Ashok Madar, a resident of Vanciowado, Guirim, stated that unknown accused persons, acting with common intention, snatched and stole his pista-coloured POCO mobile handset with dual SIM connectivity, valued at approximately ₹6,000. The complainant further alleged that after the theft, the…

Team Goemkarponn Mardol: Mardol Police have registered an Unnatural Death (UD) case following the death of a 55-year-old man who collapsed near the Volvoi ferry point while on his way to work on Sunday. According to police, UD No. 44/2025 under Section 194 of the BNSS, 2023, was registered after information was received at around 9.10 am on December 21 from the Marcel Outpost, which in turn had received a call from the doctor on duty at the Primary Health Centre (PHC), Betki, stating that a person had been brought dead to the health facility. During the inquiry, police visited…

Team Goemkarponn Curtorim: A case of assault has been registered at the Maina Curtorim Police Station following a complaint filed by Husenbadsha Nadaf, a resident of Curtorim. According to the complaint, the incident occurred on December 8, 2025, prior to 10.30 am at Ralloi, Curtorim. The complainant alleged that accused Paul Fernandes, a resident of Ralloi, Curtorim, along with his labourer, assaulted his brother, Mehboob Nadaf, a resident of Nessai, with a danda, acting with common intention. The assault reportedly took place in a fit of anger, resulting in serious injuries to Mehboob Nadaf, who is currently undergoing medical treatment…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Zilla Panchayat elections in Goa were held on Saturday, recording an overall voter turnout of 60 per cent plus across constituencies, with polling conducted smoothly and peacefully, the State Election Commission (SEC) said. North Goa registered a higher voter turnout of 60.43 per cent, while South Goa recorded 60 per cent participation. A total of 8,69,356 voters were eligible to exercise their franchise to decide the fate of 226 candidates contesting for 50 Zilla Panchayat seats. Elections were held in 48 constituencies as two seats were uncontested. According to the SEC, polling was conducted…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant milestone for inclusive democracy, Madhu Gupta, a transgender voter, cast her vote for the first time during the Zilla Panchayat Elections 2025, marking a moment of pride and progress in the State’s electoral history. The occasion symbolised growing recognition and inclusion of the transgender community in the democratic process. Visibly enthusiastic after voting, Madhu said the experience was deeply fulfilling and empowering. “Voting is the right of every individual, and we too deserve the freedom to choose a candidate of our choice. Being included in this process has made us extremely happy,” she said.…