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New Delhi: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Monday issued a strong warning to the Centre, saying his government would launch a statewide agitation if paddy and other crops procured from farmers were not purchased by June 15. Addressing a public gathering in Kagaznagar town of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district, Reddy alleged that the Union government was not giving Telangana its due importance in crop procurement. He urged Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy to ensure that the Centre purchases paddy, including rain-soaked produce, along with maize and other crops from the state. The Chief Minister said Telangana’s procurement process…

New Delhi: Amid growing turmoil within the Trinamool Congress (TMC), party chief Mamata Banerjee launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing it of attempting to engineer a split in her party through money power and intimidation. She also vowed to go ahead with a planned sit-in protest in Kolkata despite being denied police permission, daring authorities to arrest her. In a video message posted on social media, Banerjee alleged that the political atmosphere in West Bengal had deteriorated and claimed that democratic protests were being suppressed. The protest was planned at Rashmoni Avenue in Kolkata against…

New Delhi: The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) officially came into effect on Monday, marking a significant milestone in economic ties between the two countries. The landmark trade deal is expected to increase bilateral trade, create new business opportunities, and provide duty-free access for a vast majority of Indian exports to Oman. Under the agreement, Indian consumers may benefit from lower prices on selected imports from Oman, particularly dates, which will enter India under quota-based duty concessions. Tariff benefits have also been extended to certain marble and petrochemical products. However, India has protected several sensitive sectors, including gold and…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The ongoing debate surrounding the installation of prepaid smart electricity meters in Goa has reached the Goa Human Rights Commission (GHRC), with concerns being raised over transparency, consumer rights and data security. Social activist Darryl D’Souza has submitted a memorandum to the Commission, highlighting what he described as unresolved questions surrounding the smart meter project. He alleged that responses received through applications filed under the Right to Information (RTI) Act did not adequately address several concerns raised by consumers. Among the issues flagged by D’Souza were questions related to the technological security of the system. He expressed…

Team Goemkarponn CALANGUTE: Authorities commenced the demolition of portions of Nazri Beach Resort at Naikawaddo, Calangute, a property reportedly linked to Calangute MLA Michael Lobo, in compliance with judicial directives arising from Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) violations. Heavy machinery was deployed at the site as officials initiated the removal of structures identified for demolition. Excavators were seen dismantling parts of the building while authorities supervised the operation. Nazri Beach Resort, a ground-plus-four storey structure spread across approximately 1,500 square metres, was found to be in violation of CRZ norms. The demolition order was originally issued by the Goa Coastal Zone…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Residents of Khotigao village in Canacona have raised strong objections to the Forest Department’s proposed expansion of the Kushawati Green Zone, alleging that the move could place nearly 80 per cent of the village under reserved forest and severely impact human habitation, agriculture and traditional land ownership rights. Villagers claim the proposal could affect more than 1,700 residents living in over 500 houses across the village panchayat area. According to them, large portions of residential areas, paddy fields, plantations, temples and other community assets have been included within the proposed green belt. Addressing the media, social activist…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Ex Karnataka MLA and Advocate Anil S. Benake has submitted a detailed representation to Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant regarding the recent enforcement of traffic fines on vehicles entering Goa, particularly those from Belagavi and other tourist regions. In his communication, Benake stated that Chief Minister Sawant has assured him that the government is considering a mechanism to introduce a first-time warning system for minor traffic violations, aimed at encouraging compliance with traffic rules while reducing immediate financial penalties for first-time offenders. He noted that Goa Traffic Police have been imposing substantial fines on tourist vehicles…