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Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: Acting on reliable information, Canacona Police conducted a narcotics raid at Chaudi, Canacona, on 23rd September 2025 between 13:15 hrs and 14:20 hrs. During the operation, the accused Mohad Farman, resident of Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, was caught red-handed in illegal possession of 28.9 grams of an off-white crystal substance suspected to be MDMA, valued at approximately ₹5,78,000/-. The accused was arrested the same day and booked under relevant provisions of the NDPS Act. Further investigation is being carried out by PSI Vishal Velip of Canacona Police Station.

Team Goemkarponn AGACAIM: On 23rd September 2025, at 21:33 hrs, an offence was registered at Agacaim Police Station based on a complaint by Head Constable Rajesh Dinkar Naik (B.No. 4671). According to the complaint, on 23rd September 2025 at around 20:55 hrs, the accused Alok S/o Dhansin Toppo, 23 years, resident of Agacaim and native of Ketar, Aarra, Jashpur (Chhattisgarh), was caught red-handed at Agacaim Market while accepting matka gambling bets. During the raid, police seized cash amounting to ₹1,100 in different denominations, two carbon papers, two paper slips, and one ball pen, which were attached under a panchanama.…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant on Wednesday inaugurated the 3rd edition of the Digital Democracy Dialogue (D3), organised by Rambhau Mhalgi Prabodhini (RMP) with the support of the Entertainment Society of Goa. The event also saw the launch of the D3 Community of Digital Creators and the Dialogue Book. Dr. Sawant highlighted the growing role of technology in strengthening democracy, noting that in today’s digital age, creators and influencers play a vital role in shaping public opinion, spreading awareness, and connecting citizens with governance. The event was attended by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, RMP Vice…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Aam Aadmi Party’s Women’s Wing leaders Suvarna Harmalkar and Carol Fernandes on Thursday came down heavily on BJP youth leaders for their remarks on women’s bangles, calling them “derogatory” and reflective of an “anti-women mentality.” Addressing a press conference in Panaji, Harmalkar asserted: “Bangles are not a symbol of weakness but of inner strength and women’s self-respect. If BJP leaders themselves wear bangles, they will gain the strength needed to restore the collapsing law and order situation in the state.” She pointed out that bangles are not just ornaments but symbols of determination, adding that even…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Panaji JMFC Court today extended the police remand of all eight accused in the assault case of social activist Rama Kankonkar, including key accused Zenito Cardozo, for two more days. During proceedings, Zenito’s counsel objected to the extension, alleging non-compliance with Supreme Court directives regarding the grounds of arrest, and contended that proper notice of arrest had only been given to Zenito’s uncle. The defence argued that the extension was unjustified for pending recovery of a vehicle and a mobile phone allegedly thrown into the Mandovi River following a WhatsApp call. The Panaji police, however,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Goa, has bagged the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award 2025 for its initiative on “Improving Childhood Nutrition through Anganwadi Services.” The award recognizes the State’s sustained efforts in ensuring that every child gets a strong start in life through better nutrition and care, aligning with the national mission of building a healthier and empowered generation. Health Minister Vishwajit Rane congratulated the department and said, “This achievement reflects the Government of Goa’s commitment to child health and nutrition under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Special credit goes…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: In a major boost to sustainable public transport, Minister for Tourism, IT, E&C and Printing & Stationery and MLA of Porvorim, Rohan A. Khaunte, flagged off two new electric buses of Kadamba Transport Corporation Ltd. (KTCL) connecting Mapusa Bus Stand and Panaji Bus Stand. The launch ceremony was held at Art Park, Porvorim, in the presence of ZP Kavita Gupesh Naik, Sarpanch Swapnil Chodankar, Sarpanch Sonia Sanjay Pednekar, and panchayat members of Socorro, Penha de Franca, and Salvador do Mundo. Khaunte said the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to sustainable solutions. “The introduction of electric buses…