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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa’s young shuttlers delivered impressive performances at the State Badminton Ranking Tournament 2025, held at the Indoor Stadium in Campal and organized by Sunlite Sports and Cultural Club in association with the Goa Badminton Association and the Sports Authority of Goa. Top seed Ayansh Sanke claimed the Boys U11 singles crown with a dominant 21-9, 21-12 victory over Anav Kannekar, showcasing his sharp reflexes and precise shot placement. In the Girls U11 singles, Amaira Dhumatker continued her fine run of form, defeating Komal Kothari 21-8, 21-7 to secure the title in straight games. The Boys U13…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Traditional fishermen from Caranzalem have urged the government to consult them before approving new water sports activities in their fishing zones, voicing fears that such ventures could disrupt their livelihood. A delegation of Ramponkars met Fisheries Director Sharmila Monteiro and submitted a memorandum outlining their concerns about the potential impact of proposed recreational activities on their traditional fishing areas. Responding to their representation, Director Monteiro assured that the department would carefully review their grievances and that no decisions would be taken without considering their inputs. She lauded the Ramponkars as the “eyes and ears” of the…

“What makes this situation worse is the government’s silence. Successive administrations have allowed this unregulated influx of outside businesses under the banner of “investment.” There is little scrutiny over who owns what, or how licenses are granted. The law, it seems, bends easily for those with deep pockets and political reach—some of which extends all the way to Delhi. But this is not just a question of ownership. It is about identity. Goa’s culture and reputation are its greatest assets. When those who profit from it have no emotional stake in its well-being, the consequences are predictable. Noise pollution, garbage,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: After keeping the ambitious ₹1,300-crore floating solar energy project on hold for over a year and a half, the Goa government has now decided to scrap the plan to generate nearly 197 megawatts (MW) of renewable power across four major dams. The project, proposed by SJVN Green Energy Ltd (SGEL) — a Central government-owned enterprise — aimed to install floating solar plants at the Selaulim, Amthanem, Anjunem, and Chapoli reservoirs, in partnership with the Goa Energy Development Agency (GEDA). However, the Water Resources Department (WRD) has refused to grant approval, citing concerns about potential contamination of…

Team Goemkarponn TALEIGAO: Goa University (GU) has officially rolled out the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) for all its postgraduate programmes in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, marking a significant reform in its higher education framework. The new system, implemented through Ordinance OA-35A, will be applicable from the academic year 2025–26 across master’s level programmes such as MA, MSc, MCom, MSW, MTTM, MPEd, MLI Sc, MBA (including MBA in Financial Services), MCA, and postgraduate diploma courses offered by both the University’s campus schools and affiliated colleges. In view of the transition, GU has granted a one-time…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: The Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) has announced the recipients of its Young Achievers Awards 2025 — Aston Soares, Pierson D’Costa, Fevila Fernandes, and Maria Suizel Afonso — in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Goa’s vibrant tiatr stage. The awards celebrate young artistes who have excelled in acting, music, direction, and performance, carrying forward the legacy of Konkani tiatr, one of Goa’s most cherished performing arts traditions. TAG President Anthony Barbosa congratulated the awardees and commended their dedication and artistic excellence. “Their achievements serve as an inspiration for the younger generation to continue enriching Goa’s…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a major boost to Goa’s mining sector, the Government of India has recommended the release of ₹400 crore to the state under the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) 2025–26, recognising Goa’s achievements in mining reforms and operationalisation. According to an Office Memorandum issued by the Ministry of Mines on October 31, 2025, Goa has been recommended for ₹300 crore under Component II (Mine Operationalisation) for meeting the target of operationalising two auctioned mining blocks during the current financial year. The state will also receive an additional ₹100 crore under Component…