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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing in the matter concerning the proposed Tiger Reserve in Goa to March 19, allowing the petitioner, Goa Foundation, two weeks to submit its affidavit. The extension was sought by Goa Foundation to respond to the State government’s affidavit opposing the recommendation of the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) to notify a Tiger Reserve in Goa. The CEC had suggested declaring 468.60 square kilometres of protected forest land as a Tiger Reserve in the first phase. The areas proposed for inclusion in the reserve comprise the Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary, Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary,…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Students of FY BBA (Travel & Tourism) undertook an academic field trip to EnviroSkills Academy on February 13, 2026, to gain practical exposure to dining etiquette and the hospitality and skill development industry. The visit began at 10:15 a.m. with an introductory session by Principal Chef Moses Fernandes, who presented an overview of the academy’s vision, infrastructure and academic programmes. He highlighted the key qualities essential in the hospitality sector, including empathy, understanding customer needs and adaptability, stressing their importance in delivering exceptional service in a dynamic industry. An engaging session on dining etiquette followed, conducted by…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Collector (North Goa) and Chairman of the North Goa District Mineral Foundation Trust (NGDMFT), Ankit Yadav, chaired the 16th Governing Council Meeting of the Trust in the presence of Union Minister of State for Power Shripad Yesso Naik, MLA Premendra Shet and MLA Dr Chandrakant Shetye, along with other Trustees. During the meeting, the committee reviewed key proposals sanctioned by the NGDMFT worth over ₹22 crore. These projects focus on skill development, education, healthcare, rural development, animal husbandry and other welfare initiatives in mining-affected areas of North Goa. The Governing Council also approved new proposals worth over…

Team Goemkarponn Dharbandora: The District Level Committee (DLC) meeting of Kushavati District was chaired by Ms. Egna Cleetus, IAS, Collector, to deliberate on claims submitted by the Sub-Divisional Level Committee (SDLC), Dharbandora Taluka, under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A total of 116 claims pertaining to Sangod, Aglot, Shigao and Surla villages of Dharbandora Taluka were taken up for consideration during the meeting. The Committee reviewed the applications in accordance with the provisions of the Forest Rights Act, 2006, ensuring due scrutiny and verification as per the prescribed guidelines. Further action on the claims will be taken as per the…

Team Goemkarponn Sanguem, Goa: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant inaugurated the Goa Spiritual Festival and unveiled the tallest Smarak of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Goa on the occasion of Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. The ceremony was held in the presence of Pujya Brahmeshanand Acharya Swamiji, Ministers Subhash Phal Dessai and Digambar Kamat, revered saints, public representatives and Shivpremi citizens. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Sawant said, “This magnificent Smarak of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a proud symbol of our history and self-respect. It will inspire generations with his ideals of Swarajya, good governance and protection of our culture and traditions.” He described the…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji/New Delhi: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant visited the AI Impact Summit India 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, where he witnessed cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence and interacted with leading global technology companies. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sawant said, “AI will play a transformative role in governance, education, healthcare and law enforcement. Goa will actively support innovators and startups to build a future-ready, Swayampurna State.” The Chief Minister reviewed AI-driven solutions designed to strengthen public service delivery, improve educational outcomes, modernise healthcare systems, enhance agricultural productivity, and support law enforcement agencies with faster and more accurate investigations.…

Team Goemkarponn SADA: The Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) has approached the High Court of Bombay at Goa challenging what it terms as the illegal erection of a statue on public property belonging to the port authority. In a communication dated 18 February 2026 addressed to the district administration, police and municipal authorities, the MPA informed that it has filed a writ petition before the High Court in connection with the statue installed on its land. Copies of the petition along with relevant exhibits have been enclosed with the letter. The communication has been marked to the Collector of South Goa,…