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Team Goemkarponn FATORDA: A pedestrian sustained grievous injuries after being hit by a car driven in a rash and negligent manner near Aster Hospital, Fatorda, on October 18, 2025. According to the state complaint lodged by ASI Durgesh Pawaskar of Fatorda Police Station, the incident occurred at around 1:45 p.m. when the accused, identified as Minguel Silva, a resident of Matmorod, Sao Jose de Areal, was driving a Breeza car from Monte Hill, Margao, towards Holy Spirit Church. Police stated that Silva allegedly lost control of the vehicle and veered to the extreme left side of the katcha road,…

Team Goemkarponn CURTORIM: Maina-Curtorim Police have arrested a Karnataka native for allegedly assaulting a woman with a koita (sharp weapon) and attempting to kill her over previous enmity. As per the complaint lodged by Hanumant Naik, a resident of Balli, Quepem, the incident occurred on October 23, 2025, before 12:23 p.m. at Eklatti, Curtorim. The accused, identified as Yalaling Valmik Naik, a resident of Eklatti, Curtorim, and originally from Karnataka, allegedly attacked the complainant’s niece, inflicting grievous injuries. Police said the attack stemmed from an ongoing dispute between the two parties. The victim sustained serious wounds and was rushed…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: A case of cheating has been registered against the owner of a Vasco-based consultancy firm for allegedly duping a Quepem resident of ₹7.28 lakh under the pretext of providing employment abroad. According to the complaint filed by Mayur Devidas, between July 2024 and November 2024, the accused, identified as Staney Jorge, a resident of New Vaddem, Vasco, and owner of Captain George Consultancy Services, dishonestly promised him a job in the United States on a ship. Despite not possessing a valid recruitment licence from the Protector of Emigrants, Government of India, the accused allegedly induced the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In a significant decision, the Goa Cabinet on Friday approved the inclusion of uninventoried mining dumps into the state’s official mining inventory, a move that will allow the government to assess, manage, and potentially auction these mineral dumps under regulated guidelines. Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant said the decision permits former mining leaseholders to include mineral dump ore stored outside their lease areas, provided that conversion fees and royalty payments have been duly made. The step has been taken as part of the government’s Dump Policy, aimed at streamlining mining-related operations in Goa and ensuring…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: A war of words has erupted between PWD Minister and Margao MLA Digambar Kamat and the Margao Congress Block over alleged irregularities in the construction of the Ganesh Chaturthi pandal in the city. Reacting to the Congress’ accusation of a “pandal scam,” Minister Kamat hit back, stating that the opposition should stay away from religious matters and, if genuinely concerned, should file a written complaint instead of making “false claims” in public. In a sharp counter, Margao Congress Block Convener Savio Coutinho accused Kamat of diverting attention by giving the issue a religious twist. He…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa’s Homestay and Bed & Breakfast (B&B) Scheme has emerged as a model for community-based tourism, influencing other states, including Delhi, to reshape their own hospitality initiatives. The Delhi government has announced plans to revive its dormant B&B Scheme, drawing inspiration from Goa’s approach, which combines financial support, simplified registration, and quality standards to strengthen local entrepreneurship. Launched by the Goa Department of Tourism, the Homestay and B&B Scheme encourages authentic travel experiences while promoting sustainable livelihoods in rural and semi-urban areas. Eligible operators receive a one-time grant of ₹2 lakh, along with streamlined online and…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Director General of Police Alok Kumar today said that the Goa Police are making steady progress in the Mapusa dacoity case, with several vital clues and pieces of evidence already collected. He confirmed that three individuals have been arrested so far, and preliminary investigations suggest their direct involvement in the crime. “Further arrests are expected as the investigation unfolds,” the DGP stated. Kumar also said that the police are simultaneously investigating the Honda Narkasur incident, assuring that a charge sheet will be filed once the inquiry is complete. The DGP reiterated the department’s commitment to ensuring…