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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Election authorities in Goa have received 1,730 applications seeking inclusion of names in the state’s electoral rolls as part of the ongoing second phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), officials said on Thursday. According to a bulletin released by the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Goa, the applications were submitted by eligible voters through Form 6 and Form 6A. The bulletin also noted that 131 requests for deletion of names from the rolls have been filed using Form 7. The Special Intensive Revision process, which commenced on November 4 last year, has already led…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Electricity Department (GED) is preparing to issue a fresh public notice granting consumers additional time to relocate their electricity meters to outdoor, easily accessible locations for meter reading. Earlier, the department had warned that power supply would be disconnected if consumers failed to move indoor meters. However, the state government has now decided to defer such stringent action and allow more time for compliance. A senior GED official confirmed that a revised deadline would be announced soon. “A new public notice is likely to be issued shortly with details of the extended timeline,” the official…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant chaired a high-level review meeting at the Mantralaya to strengthen the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) in Goa, with a focus on improving efficiency and response time of emergency services across the state. The meeting was attended by the Chief Secretary, Director General of Police, Secretary (Law), District Collectors, senior officers, and Heads of Departments. During the review, the Chief Minister emphasized the need for coordinated efforts among all departments to deliver faster and more citizen-centric emergency services. Dr Sawant stated that key focus areas discussed included reducing emergency response time, strengthening…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Captain of Ports Department, Government of Goa, has issued a notice to mariners informing about maintenance dredging work being carried out across the mouth of the Chapora River. According to the notice dated December 30, 2025, M/s Enrich Global Infra Limited, Mumbai, has commenced dredging operations across the mouth of the Chapora River with effect from December 29, 2025. All vessels plying in the Chapora River and those crossing the said locality have been advised to keep clear of dredging machinery at the site. Mariners have been instructed to proceed at slow speed and, if necessary,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Stating that BJP Government has failed to observe Opinion Poll Day (Asmitai Dis) despite issuance of notification, Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao has demanded to act swiftly to at least start it from this year. “Replying to my Private Members Resolution on 19th July 2024, the Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has assured on the floor of the House that Opinion Poll Day would be officially celebrated by the Government of Goa. However, despite this assurance and despite the deep historical and emotional significance of the day, no official observance or state wide programme was held in January…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Marking the New Year with a step towards sustainable agriculture, a new climate-resilient indoor farming initiative, Hydro-Grow, has been introduced to promote modern and innovative farming practices in Goa. The initiative demonstrates how advanced indoor farming technology can deliver fast, reliable, and weather-independent crop production. Lettuce cultivated under the Hydro-Grow system was ready for harvest in just 25 days, with the first harvest taking place on January 1, 2026. The system uses patented spectrum grow lights with 14 hours of controlled lighting, enabling balanced nutrition, efficient growth, and predictable yields. This technology allows farmers to grow leafy…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In an effort to strengthen inclusive democratic practices and enhance participation of marginalized sections of society, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) chaired a meeting with representatives of renowned institutions in the state on December 30, 2025. The meeting was held on the thematic priority “Democracy for the Empowerment of Marginalized Sections of Society” and focused on promoting inclusive governance and wider electoral participation. Addressing the gathering, the CEO informed participants that India has assumed the Chairship of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), reflecting the country’s strong commitment to democratic values, inclusive governance,…