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Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Minister for Art and Culture, Dr. Ramesh Tawadkar, inaugurated the “Canvas of Progress” painting exhibition, a key event under the ongoing ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ initiative. Speaking at the event, Tawadkar said, “This program, themed ‘India & Goa in the 21st Century – A Shared Path to Viksit Bharat 2047’, beautifully aligns with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji. The paintings on display are a vibrant testament to this shared journey, capturing the spirit and aspirations of a progressive India.” The exhibition was attended by Director of Art & Culture Vivek Krishna Naik, Dy. Director…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Congress leaders from Canacona constituency launched a protest and awareness campaign for Samvidhan Rakshan (Constitution Protection) and Mission Against Vote-Chori at the Polem Checkpost. Party workers raised slogans of “Vote Chor, Gaddhi Chodd” while engaging with local voters to verify the accuracy of voter lists. “Our Leader and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has exposed cases of vote-chori in Bihar and initiated a nationwide campaign for Samvidhan Rakshan. We fully support him and reiterate our commitment to protecting the Constitution,” said Congress leader Janardhan Bhandari, who led the campaign along with members…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Officials from the Goa State Biodiversity Board recently met with Sara Shambha Desai, Chairperson of the Canacona Municipal Council (CMC), to review the work of the municipal biodiversity organization. During the visit, Namrata Prabhudesai briefed the officials on the initiatives and projects undertaken by the Canacona Municipal Biodiversity Management Committee. Earlier, Dr. Varsha Hobble, Rajshree Nagvekar, Reshma Kerkar, and Samiksha Chari shared insights into the ongoing programs and activities of the Goa Biodiversity Board. Members of the Shristhal Biodiversity Management Committee, Shirish Pai and Sanjay Komarpant, were also present during the discussions. Caption: Officials of the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa registered cyber fraud cases amounting to nearly ₹100 crore in the past year, Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant revealed. Highlighting the growing menace of online scams, Sawant said most fraudsters operate from outside the country, targeting unsuspecting citizens through various digital platforms. He stressed that awareness was the most effective tool to combat such crimes. “There is a need to create awareness about these fraudsters, who operate from abroad. BJP leaders should become ambassadors against cyber fraud,” the Chief Minister said, urging party workers to take up the campaign at the grassroots level. The CM…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The High Court of Bombay at Goa has directed the State government to submit a consolidated report on measures taken against illegal constructions, along with details of compliance under recently enacted laws dealing with regularisation of unauthorised structures. The directions came during the hearing of a Suo Motu PIL concerning rampant encroachments in paddy fields and no-development zones. The State informed the Bench that three fresh legislations could impact earlier demolition orders. Taking note of this, the court allowed the government and local panchayats four weeks’ time to place a comprehensive status update on record. Observing…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant clarified that the revised parking fees at Manohar International Airport (Mopa) apply only to private vehicles and not to taxis. He assured that the hike has been put on hold till October 3, pending discussions with taxi associations. Sawant’s statement came after a delegation of taxi leaders, led by Goa Forward Party chief Vijai Sardesai and Revolutionary Goans Party president Manoj Parab, met him in Panaji to raise concerns over the fee increase. The delegation later conveyed the CM’s assurance to protesting operators outside the airport. Following this, the taxi operators called…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI:The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) intensified its “BJPChe Gundaraj, Goyank Naka” campaign across Goa on Sunday, targeting what it described as the BJP’s rising lawlessness and culture of fear. Campaign rallies were held in Curchorem, Curtorim, and Assagao, highlighting an alleged increase in assaults, kidnappings, and gang-related violence under the BJP government. AAP State President Amit Palekar accused the ruling party of fostering networks of goons, making the state unsafe for opposition leaders, activists, and ordinary citizens. “No one feels protected under BJP’s rule. It’s time Goans unite against this culture of fear,” Palekar said. Leaders Patricia…