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Team Goemkarponn VASCO: The 38th Anniversary of Goa Port Dock Workers’ Co-operative Society was Celebrated on Tuesday afternoon. “If the youth actively engage in the business sector, it will not only benefit the state but the entire nation”, said Vinayak Rao, Vice Chairman of Mormugao Port Authority (MPA). He was addressing the gathering as the chief guest at the 38th anniversary celebration of the ‘Goa Port Dock Workers’ Co-operative Society’ held in Vasco. Rao emphasized the importance of youth taking the lead in the cooperative sector, urging them to contribute towards its growth and success. He was joined on the…

Team Goemkarponn CALANGUTE: In what could spark major political debate, BJP Calangute MLA Michael Lobo today hinted at his possible political shift to Mandrem for the 2027 polls. The seat is currently held by BJP’s alliance partner MGP. “It’s too early to comment on elections, 2 years left, MLAs should do their works, many works pending in my constituency,” said Lobo He further said that people of Mandrem will decide who will be their next MLA. “If people from my constituency say they don’t want me, I will have to contest from Mandrem,” he added Lobo, the Calangute MLA, has…

Team Goemkarponn SANKHALI: Expressing concern over spurred crime rate in Goa due to migrant influx, the Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today has appealed citizens to be alert over the emerging organized crime rackets or scams under pretext of jobs or other prospects. “Migrant influx has spurred crime in Goa; citizens need to be alert on various scams/rackets involving migrants,” said Sawant He further said that jewellers are now on scamster’s radar, citizens abouts various frauds, scams taking place in Goa. “The police are free to arrest anyone implicated in the multi-crore jobs-for-cash scheme, and the investigation is on track,” said…

Team Goemkarponn MORMUGAO: The Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) kick-started a drainage improvement project in Baina, valued at Rs 95 lakhs. The project was inaugurated by MMC Chairperson Girish Borker, accompanied by Ward Councillor Deepak Naik and councillors Shami Salkar and Amay Chopdekar, among others. Speaking at the launch, Ward Councillor Deepak Naik highlighted the project’s scope, which aims to upgrade the drainage system from Ambabai Temple to the Government School in Baina. “MLA Krishna Salkar observed that heightened roads had caused drainage gutters to sink to a lower level, leading to inefficiencies. This project will address these issues. Additionally, the…

Team Goemkarponn CORTALIM: Cortalim MLA Antonio Vas, conducted an inspection of the Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Cansaulim on Tuesday morning. Vas was accompanied by Savio Pereira, Sarpanch of Cansaulim Panchayat, Marvila, Deputy Sarpanch, and Jose Maria, ex-Sarpanch. During his visit, Vas interacted with Dr. Lawande, the Health Officer of PHC Cansaulim, along with the nurses, lab technicians, and administrative staff to understand the functioning of the facility and address their concerns. It was brought to the MLA’s attention that the PHC is grappling with a shortage of staff and paramedical officials, which has affected its ability to serve the…

Team Goemkarponn OLDGOA: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that 98% works of SFX Exposition are completed. CM Sawant was addressing the press conference after chairing a final review of SFX Exposition works. “98% works at SFX exposition have been completed; pilgrims village to be centre of attraction this time; special light & music show on Dec 27th; special buses to ply to Old Goa from all bus stands across Goa,” said Sawant He further said that 600 traffic and 700 police personnel to be deployed for SFX exposition. “Strict vigil via CCTVs; any suspicious person or activity in vicinity…

Rio de Janeiro: Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced the relaunch of the stalled talks for a free trade agreement with India and said Britain will seek a “new strategic partnership”. After his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G20 summit on Monday, Mr Starmer said, “A new trade deal with India will support jobs and prosperity in the UK – and represent a step forward in our mission to deliver growth and opportunity across our country”. A statement from his office about their meeting said, “The UK will seek a new strategic partnership…