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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The High Court of Bombay at Goa has issued notice to the Goa State Election Commission (SEC) after a petition challenged the State government’s decision to reserve the Anjuna Zilla Panchayat (ZP) constituency in North Goa for the Other Backward Classes (OBC). The notice seeks the SEC’s response on the legality and rationale of the reservation notified on November 6. The petition argues that Anjuna was reserved for women in the 2020 ZP elections and that the shift to OBC reservation in the new cycle lacks justification. The High Court will hear the matter on Saturday, placing…

Team Goemkarponn OLD GOA: The Save Old Goa Action Committee has strongly opposed the proposal to construct a new police station in Old Goa, arguing that the project falls within the UNESCO Buffer Zone surrounding the Basilica of Bom Jesus and could jeopardise its World Heritage Site status. In a letter submitted to the Village Panchayat of Se Old Goa and signed by local residents, the committee called for an immediate halt to all permissions linked to the project. They stressed that no new construction should be allowed until a comprehensive Master Plan for Old Goa is drafted with inputs…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Acting in compliance with Supreme Court directives, Director of Education Shailesh Zingde has asked all school managements across Goa to submit a detailed report on the measures taken to address the presence of stray dogs in and around their institutions. The Directorate has instructed schools to outline the current status of response actions, including safety steps implemented for students, coordination with local authorities, and any pending requirements to manage the issue effectively. All institutions have been directed to submit their reports on or before November 17, 2025.

New Delhi: India and Russia have set an ambitious target of achieving US$100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, with a special focus on the marine and pharmaceutical sectors. The announcement came during the 26th India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission (IRIGC) meeting, where both sides reviewed progress in trade and signed a forward-looking cooperation protocol. The meeting, attended by India’s Commerce Ministry officials and Russia’s Deputy Minister of Economic Development Vladimir Ilyichev, highlighted the need to expedite approvals for Indian establishments in Russia. Areas of discussion included a systems-based approach with Russia’s FSVPS in agriculture, time-bound pathways for pharmaceutical registrations, regulatory reliance,…

Team Goemkarponn ST CRUZ: The Electricity Department today conducted a cable-cutting drive in St Cruz, removing internet service provider (ISP) cables attached to its poles after the companies allegedly failed to clear long-pending dues. EE Kashinath Shetye said the action was intensified following a complaint from a local parent who reported that his son had sustained a leg injury after tripping over hanging cables. The department stated that such loosely suspended lines pose a safety hazard to residents, especially children. The drive is expected to continue in other areas where ISP cables remain unpaid for or are improperly installed, the…

New Delhi: Visakhapatnam: India is currently negotiating free trade agreements (FTAs) with several key global partners, including the United States, European Union, New Zealand, Oman, Peru, and Chile, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday. The announcement came at the CII Partnership Summit 2025 in Visakhapatnam. India has already implemented FTAs with countries such as the UAE, Australia, and the four-nation European bloc EFTA. Goyal highlighted that lowering trade barriers globally would facilitate the free flow of goods, services, and capital, boosting international business opportunities. “To promote ease of doing business, the Centre has removed 42,000 compliance requirements…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: This November, the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is going beyond the silver screen with the launch of IFFIESTA 2025, a vibrant celebration of music, culture, and live performances. Organisers are transforming the festival into a cultural carnival, blending cinema with India’s rich musical heritage and contemporary creativity. Running from 21st to 24th November 2025 at the Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Auditorium, IFFIESTA is curated under WAVES Culturals & Concerts and presented in association with Doordarshan, Saregama, MJ Films, and Dilli Gharana. The festival promises an immersive experience, bringing together musicians, artists, and audiences to celebrate India’s…