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Team Goemkarponn VASCO: The recovery of a fishing boat owner’s body from the Zuari River has sparked suspicion among members of the fishing community, with fellow boat owners alleging that he may have been murdered and his body disposed of at sea. The deceased has been identified as Manjunath Harikant, a small-scale fishing boat owner who had been operating from Kharewada for several years. His body was recovered by Agacaim Police after it was found floating in the Zuari River. The circumstances surrounding his death have raised several questions among local fishermen and boat owners. All Goa Fishing Boat Owners…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Goa unit has called for urgent steps to implement Scheduled Tribe (ST) reservation in the Goa Legislative Assembly before the 2027 Assembly elections. In a memorandum submitted to Chief Electoral Officer Sanjay Goyal, BJP Goa President Damu Naik said the ST community, despite being a significant section of Goa’s population, continues to remain without reserved representation in the 40-member Assembly. Referring to the legislation that received Presidential assent last year for the readjustment of representation of Scheduled Tribes in the Goa Legislative Assembly, Naik said the process now awaits notification of the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chicalim’s rising cricket star, Veer Yadav played a crucial role in guiding the Goa Cricket Association to a thrilling five-wicket victory over the Nepal Cricket Association in the 42nd All India Uttarakhand Gold Cup 2026. The talented batter produced a composed and responsible innings of 80 runs, helping Goa successfully chase down Nepal’s target and secure an important win in the tournament. Nepal posted a competitive total of 210/9 in their allotted overs after being put under pressure by Goa’s bowling attack. The standout performer with the ball was Deepraj Gaonkar, who delivered an outstanding spell and…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Town and Country Planning (TCP) Department has initiated a fresh round of land-use changes under Section 39-A of the Goa Town and Country Planning Act, involving both the conversion of land into settlement zones and the proposal to place vast areas under No Development Zone (NDZ) protection. In one notification, the department approved the conversion of 25,384 square metres of land in Arpora, Parra and Cola. These parcels were previously classified under categories such as orchard areas, natural cover and no-development zones. The approved modifications have been incorporated into the Regional Plan, though their validity…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: The Goa Table Tennis Association’s High Performance Coaching Camp concluded successfully at Fatorda, Margao, marking the end of two weeks of intensive training aimed at enhancing the skills and competitive readiness of aspiring paddlers. Held from May 17 to 29, the camp was powered by Ultimate Table Tennis and organised by the South Goa Table Tennis Council. The programme was conducted under the guidance of renowned ITTF Certified Level 3 Star Coach R. Rajesh, who led a comprehensive training schedule designed to sharpen players’ technical, tactical, physical and mental abilities. The camp focused on preparing participants for…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held bilateral talks with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, marking a significant step in strengthening ties between the two neighboring countries. The meeting comes during Min Aung Hlaing’s five-day visit to India, a trip that is being viewed as crucial for reshaping India-Myanmar relations amid evolving geopolitical dynamics in Southeast Asia. The discussions are expected to cover a range of key issues, including border security, economic cooperation, regional connectivity, and strategic partnerships. The visit reflects a gradual re-engagement of regional powers with Myanmar, nearly five years…

“Several states have already imposed restrictions on liquor outlets near schools, hospitals and places of worship. The question before Goa is whether existing regulations adequately address the concerns of temple authorities and local communities. The government must examine the issue objectively, taking into account both the rights of legitimate businesses and the need to preserve the sanctity of religious precincts. Neither concern should automatically override the other. Perhaps the most contentious resolution is the call to prohibit bars, pubs and liquor-serving establishments from using the names of Hindu deities.” The Gomantak Mandir-Dharmik Sanstha Parishad’s decision to…