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Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte today said that as more taxis join the Goa Taxi App platform, it will bring a positive image makeover to Goa’s much maligned taxi scenario. “Putting to rest all the False Propaganda, this clearly shows the success of GoaTaxi App which is proving beneficial for both Tourists & Taxi Fraternity,” said Khaunte He further said that as more Taxis join the platform, GoaTaxi App will bring a Positive Image Makeover to Goa’s much maligned Taxi scenario. Khaunte said more than 1,100 drivers have registered themselves under the Goa Taxi App while more are…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: BJP Goa State President Sadanand Shet Tanavade today said that constitution of Goa CSR authority will channel CSR contributions from government as well as private sector. “My Sincere thanks to CM Pramod Sawant for constituting Goa CSR Authority. This Authority will channel the CSR contributions from government PSUs and private sector companies for the development of the state and benefit the people at large,” said Tanavade The State government has constituted the Goa Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Authority with Chief Minister Pramod Sawant heading it and Tourism Secretary Sanjeev Ahuja, IAS, as its chief executive officer (CEO).…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that there is a need for Goa to reduce its dependency on Tourism and diversify it’s economic base. “There is a need to reduce its dependence on Tourism and diversify its economic base. It is only then that the goal of Swayampurna Goa and through that, the goal of Atmanirbhar Bharat can be made a reality,” said CM Sawant He further urged representatives of MSME sector to utilize all the various schemes and incentives launched by both the Central and State Governments and grow both their businesses and the economy of Goa.…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: India’s first-of-its-kind inclusivity, ‘Purple Fest: Celebrating Diversity’ began in a glorious ceremony in Goa today. Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar, Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant, Minister for Social Welfare, Goa government Subhash PhalDessai were present on this occasion. The festival aims to showcase how we can come together to create a welcoming and inclusive world for everyone. Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar also visited an exhibition cum sale of products by Divyangjans and interacted with the participants. He was present to witness the grand opening of…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that Goa Government has the highest reservation Kota for Persons with Disabilities amongst other states. “The reservation quota in Goa is the highest in the nation and it has been increased from 3% to 4%. Also government has the highest paying pension of Rs 3,500 for 80% of the retired disabled while the rest get Rs 2,000.” said CM Sawant He further said that the state government has made capital city of Panaji, A disability friendly city and we plan on making the public Building Disable friendly too. “Union Government and the…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Indian Singer Composer Shankar Mahadevan today said that Goa lacks proper facilities for music learning. “Goa is a cultural hub and I have performed here in Goa with different avatars. I think Goa should have proper music learning facilities,” said Mahadevan He further said that he has put in his views with the authority and that we should hope for the best. “We should not only set up academy but performance venues as well. You need a good music institute here in Goa wherein you can even call international students,” he added Shankar said that people look…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: NGO’s and Opposition Parties from Goa come together under the banner of Save Mhadei Save Goa. A joint call given for Chalo Sankhali on 16th Jan 2023 at 4pm for 2nd Opinion Poll to Save Mhadei. The Front has also appealed the Chief Minister Pramod Sawant to tender resignation as part of protest if our demand to protect Mhadei is not fulfilled by the Centre by January 16, the day which is celebrated as Opinion Poll Day. Adv Hrudaynath Shirodkar said that people of Goa to be united, keeping aside their political affiliation to protect and save…