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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Alleging large-scale irregularities in the ongoing SIR process in Cortalim, All India Trinamool Congress (AITC ) state convenor Mariano Rodrigues warned of an all-out legal battle, terming the exercise a “systematic ploy” to harass genuine voters and weaken democracy. Calling it a direct attack on innocent citizens, Rodrigues said, “We will file an appeal immediately. If we are denied justice, we will move the High Court and, if necessary, approach the Supreme Court of India with the support of the party — even if it is for a single genuine voter of Cortalim constituency.” He alleged that…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The ‘Shiv Jayanti Mahotsav’ was celebrated at Shree Mallikarjun & Chetan Manju Desai College of Dnyan Prabodhini Mandal, in association with the Tourism Department Goa on Thursday, paying rich tributes to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj through lectures, felicitation ceremonies and cultural programmes. The celebrations began with a grand procession across the college premises to the rhythmic beats of lezim. Floral tributes were offered to the idol of Shivaji Maharaj, setting a reverent and patriotic tone for the event. Shri Maruti Aba Gole, the 14th descendant of Narveer Pilaji Gole and infantry chief of the Hindavi Swarajya established by…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The Juvenile Justice Board (JJB), South Goa District, organised an informative awareness session at Shree Balram Residential High School aimed at educating students on important legal and social issues. The session focused on the importance of understanding laws and responsibilities in today’s fast-changing world. Experts highlighted key topics such as traffic regulations, cyber crime risks, the legal framework protecting children, and the harmful effects of substance abuse. Students were encouraged to become informed, responsible and law-abiding citizens. The programme was graced by Smt. Sunita A. Gaunekar, Principal Magistrate of the Juvenile Justice Board, South Goa District, who…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Under the ongoing Sangathan Srijan Abhiyan, the Congress party held a key organisational meeting in Canacona aimed at strengthening the Kushavati District Committee. The meeting was chaired by Vijendra Singhla, AICC Observer and In-charge for Kushavati District, who also serves as Joint Treasurer of the All India Congress Committee. He was joined by Goa Pradesh Youth Congress President Archit Naik and Mahila Congress President Pratiksha Khalap. Interactions during the meeting focused on gathering grassroots feedback, understanding the views of senior leaders and active karyakartas, and discussing strategies to strengthen and restructure the Kushavati District Committee. The appointment…

Team Goemkarponn SANCOALE: Sancoale witnessed a massive turnout as around 28,000 faithful participated in the annual Lenten Walking Pilgrimage in the early hours of February 22, 2026. The pilgrimage, organised to mark the beginning of the holy season of Lent, carried the theme “Followers of Christ, Pilgrims of Hope.” The 10-km walk commenced at around 2 am from various centres across Goa, drawing participants of all age groups. The pilgrimage serves as a spiritual preparation for Lent, encouraging penance, sacrifice, prayer and personal conversion while reflecting on the love of God and the faithful’s response to it. The event was…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Tourism, Goa, along with local representatives from Porvorim, organised a grand and dignified celebration of ShivJayanti at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk on February 19, 2026. The event featured cultural performances, floral tributes and inspiring addresses by dignitaries. The gathering also acknowledged the initiative of Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte in facilitating the development and upkeep of the statue site, ensuring it remains a landmark symbolising heritage, valour and cultural identity. Among those present were Kedar J. Naik, MLA of Saligao Constituency and Chairman of Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC); Amit Asnodkar (ZP, Socorro Constituency);…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Canacona Police Station registered an unnatural death (UD) case on February 22, 2026 after receiving information from a lifeguard about a body floating in the Arabian Sea at Pollem Beach. Police rushed to the spot and recovered the body of Vigneshwar Naik (19), a resident of Ankola, Uttar Kannada, Karnataka. He had been reported missing since February 20, 2026, and a missing person report had earlier been registered at Canacona Police Station. The body was identified by the deceased’s uncle, Shrikant Naik, also a resident of Uttar Kannada, Karnataka. Police conducted a scene of occurrence panchanama and…