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Team Goemkarponn MERÇES: A case of vehicle theft has been registered after an Activa scooter parked along the service road near the Masjid on GMC Road, Merces, was stolen earlier this year. According to Santa Cruz Police, complainant Shubham Vaigankar (25), a businessman from St. Agostinho Wado, Santa Cruz, reported that on February 15, 2024, between 1:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., unknown person(s) stole his Activa scooter (GA-07-A-5785), which he had parked on the roadside due to low fuel. The offence was registered on October 14, 2025, at 1:37 p.m. under relevant sections for theft. Further investigation is being…

Team Goemkarponn BICHOLIM: A 55-year-old woman sustained grievous head injuries after being hit by a motorcycle near Cairo Hospital junction in Bicholim on Monday morning (October 13). According to Bicholim Police, the accident occurred at around 10:40 a.m. when the rider of a motorcycle (GA-03-AU-4171), identified as Kishor Panjikar, 58, of Khorjuvem, Bardez, was proceeding from Mayem towards Bicholim and allegedly rode in a rash and negligent manner, endangering human life. Police said the rider lost control and dashed against the pedestrian, Rekha Vaigankar, a resident of Vaiginwada, Mayem, who was walking in the same direction. The impact left…

“This is not the first time Calangute has struggled with the balance between tourism and public order. The town thrives on its visitors, but that same inflow brings pressure on local infrastructure and social order. Residents complain of noise, litter, and harassment, while tourists argue they come to Goa precisely because of its relaxed atmosphere. The new restriction tries to solve one side of the problem, the nuisance, but risks harming the other – the local economy that depends on tourism spending. Small liquor shop owners are likely to feel the most immediate impact. Many rely on night-time sales for…

Team Goemkarponn PONDA: Goa’s Agriculture Minister and former Chief Minister Ravi Sitaram Naik passed away in the early hours of Wednesday following a cardiac arrest. He was 79. According to family sources, Naik suffered a cardiac arrest at his residence near Ponda, late Tuesday night. He was rushed to a private hospital in Ponda, where doctors declared him dead around 1 a.m. Naik is survived by his wife, two sons, a daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren. His mortal remains were brought to his residence at Khadpabandh, Ponda, where thousands of people gathered to pay their last respects. Condoling the veteran leader’s…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Sessions Court on Wednesday allowed the intervention application filed by victim Rama Kankonkar in the bail plea of accused Zenito Cardozo. Both the prosecution and the counsel representing Zenito did not oppose the intervention request made by the victim. Following this, the court directed Rama Kankonkar to file her written say by tomorrow. The court has scheduled the arguments on the bail application of Zenito Cardozo for the day after tomorrow. Cardozo, who is currently in judicial custody, is facing charges in connection with a case that has drawn significant local attention.

Team Goemkarponn Margao: The Goa Developer’s Summit 2.0 witnessed an inspiring convergence of over 1,300 developers, students, IT professionals, tech entrepreneurs and startup founders at the BITS Goa Campus on October 11, 2025. Organised by the Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) with support from the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), the summit served as a vibrant platform to empower young minds and drive the future of innovation and entrepreneurship in Goa. The event was inaugurated in the presence of Shri Rohan Khaunte, Hon’ble Minister for ITE&C, Tourism and Printing & Stationery, who addressed the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal expressed grief over the demise of Shri Ravi Naik, former Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister of Goa. In a statement, Kejriwal said, “Saddened by the passing of Goa’s former CM and Agriculture Minister Shri Ravi Naik ji. Heartfelt condolences to his family and supporters. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti.” Ravi Naik’s decades-long political career and contributions to Goa’s governance and agriculture sector earned him respect across party lines. Leaders and citizens have been paying tribute to his legacy and public service.