Author: Team Admin

The arrest of six accused in the Mapusa and Dona Paula dacoity cases is not just a breakthrough in two high-profile crimes. It reflects the changing nature of criminal networks and the urgent need for policing to evolve in step. These incidents had shaken public confidence in Goa’s image as a relatively safe state. Organised robberies of this nature are not just about loss of property. They signal planning, coordination and, often, the involvement of networks that operate beyond local boundaries. That the accused were eventually tracked and arrested in coordination with the Delhi Police underlines a key reality. Crime…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Regional Empowered Committee (REC) has rejected the Goa government’s latest request to revoke the suspension of forest clearances for the controversial railway doubling project passing through the Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary and Mollem National Park. The decision, taken at the REC meeting on March 26, 2026, marks the third time the panel has turned down attempts by the state government, acting on behalf of the South Western Railway and Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), to revive clearances for the project. The railway doubling proposal, covering the Castle Rock–Kulem stretch, had earlier received wildlife clearance from the…

Team Goemkarponn Calangute: Calangute MLA Michael Lobo has sought to allay public concerns over alleged large-scale tree cutting linked to ongoing development works in the area, terming such reports as misleading. Addressing the issue, Lobo said only around three bent or damaged trees will be removed along the stretch from Bodke Waddo to Dolphin Circle. He added that nearly 150 new trees, including jackfruit and coconut, will be planted beginning April 20 as part of the project. The MLA further assured residents that no trees on the left-hand side stretch from St Alex Church to Palmarinha will be affected. He…

Team Goemkarponn Calangute/ Panaji: Viral videos allegedly depicting illegal activities in the Calangute–Baga tourist belt have prompted police to intensify enforcement, leading to a fresh crackdown on touting and related offences across one of Goa’s busiest coastal stretches. Acting swiftly, teams from Calangute Police, led by PI Laxi Amonkar, have stepped up patrolling and launched sustained anti-touting drives in key hotspots, including the Calangute beach promenade, Baga, and the Tito’s Lane area. Police said the operations target individuals involved in illegal solicitation, unauthorised tourist guiding, and violations under the Tourist Trade (Prevention of Unlawful Activities) Act. Officials confirmed that the…

Team Goemkarponn Mulgao: Movement of mining transport vehicles came to a standstill in Mulgao after local villagers blocked a key route, protesting against persistent issues linked to heavy truck traffic, deteriorating road conditions and the broader impact on daily life. The protest, which lasted for several hours, saw residents gather along the transport corridor and physically prevent mining trucks from passing through the area. The blockade disrupted the movement of ore-laden vehicles and brought operations to a temporary halt, drawing attention to grievances that villagers say have remained unresolved for a long time. Residents complained that continuous movement of heavy…

MAPUSA: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant said that the story of Caculo Earthmovers is an inspiration for today’s youth, and emphasised that Goa needs more investment so that the state can flourish, which is not possible without private and industrial investment. He was speaking at the inauguration of Caculo Earthmovers’ second 3S (Sales, Service and Spares) facility at Karaswada on Thursday. Deepak Shetty, Group Executive Director, Managing Director & CEO, JCB India Limited; Chairman & Managing Director Manoj Caculo; Joint Managing Director Suraj Caculo; Manager – Operations Manav Caculo; and General Manager Haroon Shaikh, along with the entire Caculo family,…

Team Goemkarponn Ponda:Serious concerns over hygiene and infrastructure at the Ponda fish market have come to the fore following an inspection by Congress leader Rajesh Verekar along with Manisha Usgaonkar. During the visit, the leaders highlighted long-standing issues related to sanitation, drainage, and lack of basic public facilities at one of the busiest market hubs in the region. Usgaonkar raised strong concerns over inadequate infrastructure, noting that the market caters to people from multiple constituencies but continues to face persistent problems such as poor cleanliness, insufficient drainage systems, and lack of proper parking space. She said these issues are affecting…