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Team Goemkarponn New Delhi: Canada has expressed a clear intent to rebuild and strengthen its relationship with India following a period of diplomatic strain. The shift comes after Mark Carney assumed office as Prime Minister, succeeding Justin Trudeau, under whose tenure bilateral ties had faced significant challenges. Canadian envoy to India, Christopher Cooter, highlighted a renewed sense of confidence between the two nations, emphasizing that both governments are prepared to move forward with a pragmatic approach. He noted that despite past tensions, efforts have been made to repair relations, and there is now a clearer understanding between New Delhi and…

Team Goemkarponn New Delhi: As India prepares for the Census 2026 to 2027, authorities and experts are urging citizens to stay alert against a surge in fraud attempts exploiting the exercise. Scammers are increasingly using the name of the Census to deceive people into sharing sensitive personal and financial information through fake visits, messages, and online links. Fraudsters may pose as census officials and visit homes under the pretext of collecting data. Others circulate misleading messages on social media, including false claims about officials conducting verification drives. While some viral alerts have been proven false, the risk of scams remains…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: South Goa Member of Parliament Viriato Fernandes on Tuesday urged students to develop the courage to question elected representatives over issues and actions they find unacceptable. He was speaking at the annual prize distribution ceremony of Shri Nirakar Vidyalaya at Mashem in Canacona. Addressing the gathering, Fernandes commended the school for its progress across academic, cultural, sports and environmental spheres, despite being located in a rural area. He credited the teaching staff for maintaining high standards and contributing to the institution’s growth. Referring to the current social and political climate, the MP encouraged students to be aware…

CANACONA: Two development projects, including road infrastructure improvement and temple beautification, were inaugurated in the Canacona constituency on Wednesday. Work on the improvement of the existing road leading to Mastimol in V.P. Cotigao commenced earlier in the day. The project, estimated at ₹63.82 lakh, aims to upgrade the condition of the road, which had been a longstanding concern for local residents. Villagers had been facing difficulties due to the poor state of the road. The upgraded infrastructure is expected to enhance connectivity, improve safety and ease daily commuting in the area. Later, the foundation stone was laid for the construction…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: A Kerala native residing in south Goa’s Khotigao village was arrested after being caught allegedly in possession of dried “magic mushrooms”, suspected to contain the banned substance psilocybin, police said on Wednesday. The arrest followed a late-night raid conducted by Canacona police between 9.30 pm and 11.30 pm on April 14 at IDC Shristhal. The accused has been identified as Rojin Philip Mathews, a resident of Ponsulem in Canacona and a native of Kerala. Police said he was found in possession of 16.6 grams of dried mushrooms suspected to be psilocybin-based narcotics. The seized contraband is estimated…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Water levels in most reservoirs across Goa have dropped below 50 per cent capacity by mid-April, raising concerns over water availability as the state braces for the peak summer period. According to officials, the Selaulim reservoir, a key source for South Goa, is currently at 48 per cent capacity, while Amthane and Panchwadi reservoirs have dipped further to around 42 per cent. Tillari stands at 46 per cent, while Anjunem has recorded the lowest levels in the state. In contrast, Chapoli and Gaunem reservoirs in Canacona have remained relatively stable at around 54 per cent capacity. Authorities…

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has observed that religious traditions cannot be diluted under the pretext of social reform, as it continued hearings on petitions related to the Sabarimala Temple entry issue. The court underlined that essential religious practices must be respected while addressing constitutional questions. A nine judge bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant is examining the broader legal issues arising from the case, particularly the delicate balance between the right to religious freedom and the need for social reform. During the proceedings, the court acknowledged the complexity of determining whether long standing beliefs held by…