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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Day 1 of Transcend Goa 2026, organised by the Entertainment Society of Goa and Goa Futureproof, with the support of the Government of Goa, concluded on a high note, marking a compelling beginning to a two-day conclave dedicated to shaping the future of Transmedia, content, and the creator economy. The opening ceremony was graced by the Honourable Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, alongside Dr. V. Candevelou, IAS, Chief Secretary, Government of Goa; Mrs. Delilah Lobo, Vice Chairman, ESG; and senior leadership from ESG including CEO Mr. Asvin Chandru, IAS. Also present was Sajan Raj Kurup,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Tennis Ball Cricket Association has announced the Goa State men and women teams for the 36th Senior National Tennis Ball Cricket Championship, scheduled to be held in Nagpur from January 19 to January 22, 2026. The selection marks an important moment for tennis ball cricket in the state, with both squads featuring a blend of experience and emerging talent. The men’s team will be led by Harsh Gala, who has been named captain for the national outing. The squad includes Kannaya Gaude, Vijay Halgekar, Akshad Naik, Tanay Harmalkar, Pratik Naik, Prajyot Naik, Ranjit Gosavi, Rohan…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Reaffirming the government’s commitment to safe and hygienic food, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) conducted an evening enforcement drive across food outlets in Panaji to check compliance with sanitary and hygiene standards. During the inspection, a total of 23 food establishments were assessed. Several outlets received improvement notices for minor non-compliances, while three were directed to suspend operations due to serious food safety violations. Inspection reports were issued to all outlets. Minister Rane highlighted that “multiple outlets were found employing food handlers without valid sanitary cards. These workers have been immediately…

Team Goemkarponn ARAMBOL: A 37-year-old Russian national, Aleksei Leonov, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his friend, 37-year-old Elena Kasthanova, at her rented residence in Arambol. According to police, the incident took place on January 15, 2026, at around 9:15 PM. The accused reportedly assaulted Kasthanova, tied her hands behind her back with a rope, and inflicted multiple injuries, including a fatal cut to her neck with a sharp weapon. The complaint was filed by Uttam Naik of Arambol, and the case has been registered under crime number 05.26, sections 126(2) and 103(1) BNS. The accused is currently in custody…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: As many as eight casinos operating in Goa, both onshore and offshore, have failed to clear outstanding payments to the State government amounting to more than ₹314.56 crore, with arrears in certain cases stretching back to 2018, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant informed the Legislative Assembly. Placing the details on the floor of the House, Sawant said the pending amounts primarily relate to Annual Recurring Fees (ARF) payable by casino licensees. Of the eight defaulting entities, three onshore casinos are no longer operational, while five continue to function. Among the operational units, two are currently facing licence suspension…

Team Goemkarpnn PANAJI: Goa’s milk production continues to lag behind consumer demand, despite multiple subsidy and incentive schemes aimed at boosting the dairy sector, the government informed the Legislative Assembly. Replying to a starred question, the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services Department stated that milk output in the state stood at 64.13 thousand tonnes in 2022–23, dipped marginally to 63.66 thousand tonnes in 2023–24, and rose to 67.39 thousand tonnes in 2024–25, as per estimates under the Integrated Sample Survey The government admitted that the current level of production is insufficient to meet Goa’s daily milk requirement, though data on…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Supreme Court will take up the case concerning the proposed Tiger Reserve in Goa on January 27, Forest Minister Vishwajit Rane informed the Legislative Assembly on Thursday. Rane declined to address specific queries raised by Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao, stating that the matter is currently under judicial consideration. “The issue is sub judice and is pending before the Supreme Court. The next hearing is scheduled for January 27, 2026,” the minister said. Alemao had sought clarification on whether the state government has begun the process of notifying Phase I of the proposed Tiger Reserve, as…