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Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: In a major development, MPDA chairman Krishna (Daji) Salkar re-joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, the party he had deserted a few years ago. However, sources now say that as the result of Salkar’s entry, the incumbent MLA Carlos Almeida may be on his way out of the BJP. Almeida had already made his sentiments clear, saying he may have to take harsh decisions if the ticket is denied. Speaking to the media, Almeida said that BJP is taking people involved in the scam. “I did not attend the function as I am the one who complained against…

The alliance talks and the TEAM GOA picture has thrown up many more questions than answers. The first shocking observation was to see Prasad Gaonkar in the picture as the MLA had a few days ago claimed he had dumped the idea of joining Congress as he felt the party was not serious about the 2022 elections and defeating BJP. He had said he would join the Trinamool Congress instead. Ahead of that, he made his brother resign from Congress and join TMC. It is being said that Prasad Gaonkar’s “deal” with TMC could not happen as the Bengal party…

MARGAO: Referring the sex scandal incident exposed by the president of Goa Pradesh Congress Committee Girish Chodankar , vice president of Goa Forward Party Adv. Ashma Bi has demanded to drop this minister from cabinet immediately. Adv Ashma Bi on Wednesday addressed press conference in the presence of councillor Nimisha Faleiro and said that continuation of this Minister in the BJP cabinet proves that this party does not have any morals. “We want to know why BJP Mahila Morcha is mum over this issue, where one BJP minister Sexually exploiting a woman.” Ashma said. She has questioned BJP Mahila Morcha…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Leader of Opposition Digambar Kamat today has urged Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant to take steps to give Rs 4 lakh compensation for each COVID-19 victim’s family. “In Goa, innocent CovidPatients died due to mismanagement of BJPGoa Govt. I stand in complete solidarity with our Leader Rahul Gandhi & urge Goa CM to take steps to give ₹4 Lakhs compensation for each Covid Victims family,” said Kamat. He further said that the welfare model of our Constitution provides our citizens with the basic right to education, health and other essential services. Along with this, our Constitution also…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: A day after Goa Forward Party (GFP), Congress and Ind MLA Prasad Gaonkar sealed the alliance, All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) Leader Mahua Moitra has termed the alliance as unholy. “The alliance between Goa Forward Party, Congress and Independent MLA Prasad Gaonkar is unholy, and the people of Goa should be aware of the same,” said Moitra in a video message She further said that INC (Congress) won 17 seats in Goa in 2017, BJP won only 13. Yet while AICC’s Digvijay Singh “observed”, BJP sealed the deal with GFP to form an unholy govt. “GFP suddenly…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: With hills in the background and bounded by the blue water of the Arabian Sea, Anjuna Beach in Goa is a perfect spot for beach and adventure lovers. Amongst the most popular beaches in Goa, Anjuna has a rich past of hippie culture. The beach in Goa is an ideal choice for nature-buffs, who love to enjoy full moon parties during the New Year and Christmas season. Tourists on this very day rejuvenate themselves in a pleasurable atmosphere of the lucent full-moon casting a magic charm and the soft frothing waves snuggling their feet. All these bring a complete…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: The Central government has granted one-time relief by permitting construction of homestead/ residential houses up to 250 sq m by the owners of the private area (deemed forest) in Goa. The Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) has granted permission by imposing similar conditions as specified in the guidelines issued for Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority (MDDA). The relaxation is granted following a request from the Chief Minister, Dr Pramod  Sawant, who in a letter sent to the Minister MoEF&CC had informed that 46 sq. km. has been identified as private forests in the state of Goa. Permission for residential…