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Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Government of Goa has been honoured with seven prestigious SKOCH Awards for reforms and innovative public-centric initiatives carried out under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant. The awards, conferred after an independent outcome-based assessment procedure, recognize the State’s efforts in governance, technology, education, and social development. The Finance Department received the award for its Data Analytical Cell – Kosh Data Management Platform, while the Goa Waste Management Corporation was recognized for State Initiatives in Waste Management. The Department of Sports and Youth Affairs won for its Khelo Goa Centres initiative, and the Department…

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday strongly criticised reports suggesting that pilots deliberately shut off fuel supply in connection with the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, calling such claims “very unfortunate and irresponsible.” The remarks came during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking an independent, court-monitored probe into the June 12 tragedy that claimed 260 lives, including 19 on the ground. The bench, comprising Justice Surya Kant and Justice N.K. Singh, heard arguments from senior advocate Prashant Bhushan, who flagged concerns over the preliminary report released by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB). Bhushan pointed…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant announced that the Goa state cabinet has decided to scrap all government vehicles that are over 15 years old, as part of the vehicle scrappage scheme. The CM said that all government department vehicles identified for scrapping will be disposed of within the next two months. So far, around 250 vehicles, some aged between 25 to 40 years, have already been scrapped, generating approximately ₹2 crore in revenue for the state. The move is aimed at modernizing the government fleet and improving efficiency. In addition, the cabinet has approved renovation works…

New Delhi: Indian tennis players delivered a stellar performance at the ITF W15 Women’s World Ranking tournament, clinching all four titles in a remarkable display of skill and determination. The tournament concluded on Sunday, highlighting the growing talent in Indian women’s tennis. Zeel Desai Triumphs in Singles In an all-Indian singles final, Zeel Desai staged a brilliant comeback to defeat compatriot Shruti Ahlawat 2-6, 6-1, 6-4. After dropping the first set, Zeel regrouped and showcased her resilience, claiming her first title of the season. “It feels amazing to win after coming from behind,” said Zeel. “This is my…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant announced that the upcoming Unity Mall and Prashasan Stamb projects will be developed on government land. The CM assured that these initiatives will create thousands of job opportunities for locals and foster business growth in the state. Highlighting the government’s commitment to environmental sustainability, CM Sawant said biodiversity will be preserved during the development of these projects. He appealed to the public to support development initiatives instead of opposing them merely for the sake of dissent. “These projects are designed to benefit the local community by generating employment and encouraging…

Team Goemkarponn PORVORIM: Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant has reaffirmed the state government’s strict stance on crime and law and order, highlighting that Goa currently boasts the highest crime detection rate in the country at over 92%. Addressing the recent assault on Rama Kankonkar, CM Sawant said that more than 7–8 individuals involved in the case have already been arrested. “Such incidents of ‘Gundagiri’ will not be tolerated. We will get to the root of the cause, and justice will be ensured,” he added. The Chief Minister emphasized that both the Home Department and Goa Police are working…

New Delhi: India’s top men’s doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, were defeated in straight games by newly crowned world champions Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae of South Korea in the final of the China Masters 2025, a BWF World Tour Super 750 event, on Sunday. The Indian duo, unbeaten en route to the final, lost 19-21, 15-21 at the Shenzhen Arena, finishing runners-up for the second consecutive tournament on the 2025 BWF circuit. This marked Satwik and Chirag’s second final of the year after last week’s Hong Kong Super 500, where they broke a…