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Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Canacona Police are investigating a burglary at a dental clinic in Palolem during which dental equipment and cash were stolen. According to a complaint filed by Dr. Rosemond Luciano, resident of Velim, between 4:00 pm on October 19 and 9:45 am on October 21, 2025, unknown persons broke open the shutter locks of Palolem Dental Clinic and entered the premises. The burglars allegedly stole a box containing dental implants, abutments, bone grafts, collagen membranes, a physio dispenser with implant instruments, an endo motor, and ₹20,000 in cash. Police have registered a case of housebreaking and theft,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Panaji Police have registered an offence against a woman who allegedly cheated a Vasco resident of ₹1.33 crore under the guise of investment in agricultural and hotel projects. According to the complaint filed by Amrit Govind Sakhalkar, resident of New Vaddem, Vasco, the accused, identified as Bhushra Khanam Zara Khanam, allegedly induced him between March 2025 and October 2025 to invest in purported high-return ventures. The complainant subsequently transferred a total of ₹1,33,58,000 through cheques and bank transactions. However, the accused allegedly failed to provide any documentation or details of the investment and did not return…

Team Goemkarponn ANJUNA: Anjuna Police has registered an offence based on the complaint of Siolim MLA. Delilah Lobo. According to the complaint, on October 21, 2025, at the government work site located at Survey No. 41/3 in Anjuna village, a group of persons — identified as Traver Athaide, Ranjeet Parsekar, Michael Queriz, Maxi D’Souza, Desmond Alvares, Ana Fernandes, Jawish Moniz and others — allegedly formed an unlawful assembly and trespassed into the site without permission. The accused are said to have obstructed government work being carried out under a work order issued by the Water Resources Department (WRD), Porvorim,…

Team Goemkarponn ANJUNA: Calangute MLA Michael Lobo has defended construction work on his property in Anjuna after locals halted the development, alleging it was part of a large-scale commercial project near the beach. The retaining wall construction sparked tension on Monday, with youth claiming it was a precursor to a restaurant or mall. Police intervened, verified permits, and allowed work to resume. Lobo dismissed the allegations, saying opposition to the project was politically motivated. “This is a legitimate development, and those opposing it are creating unnecessary trouble,” he stated. Residents, however, expressed fears of environmental damage, criticizing the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Members of the All Goa Barge Owners Association on Wednesday met Captain of Ports Minister Digambar Kamat to discuss the challenges faced by the barge industry, including low freight rates, rising maintenance costs, vessel upgrades, and the need for skilled workforce training. The association representatives conveyed that the sector has been operating at a loss due to high operational expenses and limited cargo movement. “We are struggling to maintain and repair our barges. The export of at least 20 million tonnes of iron ore is essential to keep our operations viable,” the barge owners stated during…

New Delhi: India has climbed to the ninth position worldwide in total forest area while maintaining its third rank in annual forest area gain, according to the latest Global Forest Resource Assessment 2025 released by the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). The Environment Ministry credited this achievement to large-scale afforestation drives and community-led forest protection initiatives under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav called the rise from 10th to 9th place a “major achievement” in sustainable forest management and ecological conservation. He highlighted public participation in tree plantation campaigns, such as the Ek…

New Delhi: Delhi’s air quality plunged sharply a day after Diwali, leaving the city shrouded in haze and making it one of the world’s most polluted major cities. Residents reported difficulty in breathing, itchy eyes, and general discomfort. While Swiss-based air-quality platform IQAir recorded the city’s AQI at a staggering 1,121, India’s Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported a much lower figure of 351. Both readings, however, are correct within their respective frameworks. Understanding AQI The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a tool designed to communicate air pollution levels in simple terms, helping the public understand associated health…