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29/06/2024

Celebration at vasco after India defeating South Africa in T20 finals

29/06/2024

Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar inaugurates "Medical Equipment Bank" at Ananta Physiotherapy Centre in association with Bandekar Charity Foundation and Rotary Club Panaji Riviera

29/06/2024

*Feast of St Peter and St Paul celebrated with traditional and religious fervour in Port town*

The Fishing community based in Kharewado and other parts of Vasco on Saturday morning celebrated the feast of St Peter and St Paul also known as " Sangodd " in a traditional way with religious fervour and gaiety.
The feast marks the blessing of the sea as well as the boats of the Fishermen for the new fishing season
because it is believed that St Peter is the patron of fishermen and was one of the apostles of Jesus and a fisherman himself
At Kharewado, the fishermen celebrated the feast of St Peter and St Paul and marked the day with prayers to the saints to bless the sea, their equipment and their lives in the course of their occupation.
The priest conducted solemn prayers and showered holy water followed by Litany with the gathered fishermen.
According to All Goa Fishing Boat Owners Association President Jose Philip D'Souza the feast began with the offering of prayers and religious service at the Old Cross Chapel at Kharewado by the priest in the presence of a large number of fishermen
" The priest then in a procession amidst religious hymns carried the idol of St Peter from the Chapel to Kharewado fishing jetty where another prayers were offered at the Chapel on the jetty before the priest went on beautifully decorated fishing boats with colourful balloons, coconut palms, flowers and other decorative items and ventured forth into the Arabian Sea as part of their annual tradition. The priest also called upon Almighty God and St Peter to protect the fishermen when they venture in the high seas for fishing activity " said D'Souza

28/06/2024

MMC Initiates GI Mapping of Houses in Vasco.

28/06/2024

Forest department trap crocodile at Velsao lake

27/06/2024

*Crocodile sighted at Velsao, farmers in fear and panic , Forest department says will plan to trap crocodile, Farmers president Roquezinho DSouza says Crocodile if not caught early can move through to the other side of the lake*

26/06/2024

In a significant financial development, the MMC is in the process of recovering substantial dues from Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL). These dues, pending for 15-20 years, have accumulated to a considerable amount. Chairperson Borkar highlighted the council’s persistent efforts and negotiations that have led to this breakthrough, promising a significant boost to municipal finances. "Recovering this long-pending amount is a major achievement for us and will greatly aid in funding various developmental projects in the city," he remarked.
In a move aimed at enhancing traffic management and boosting revenue, the Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) has decided to introduce pay parking for four-wheelers in Vasco city.
The implementation of the pay parking system is expected to ease congestion in the city's busiest areas and ensure better utilization of parking spaces. "The pay parking system will help maintain order among motorists while generating essential revenue for the council," said Chairperson Borkar. The council is finalizing the rates and identifying specific zones for the pay parking initiative.
During the special council meeting, several other crucial topics were discussed,

25/06/2024

Mormugao BJP mandal along with Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar observed black day to remember and recognise the sacrifice and hardships faced by Satyagrahis. As a protest in view of state of emergency declared in India in 1975 by the then Congress Government led by Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi.

25/06/2024

Vasco BJP mandal observed black day to remember and recognise the sacrifice and hardships faced by Satyagrahis. As a protest in view of state of emergency declared in India in 1975 by the then Congress Government led by Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi.

25/06/2024

Vasco BJP mandal along with Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar, MMC councillor Shami Salkar, MMC Chairperson Girish Borkar and others organised a tree plantation program at goverment school Vasco. Bamboo and medicinal plants were planted. Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar said that centre has sent a 15 day program to us and this is tree plantation is named as 'EK PED MAA KE NAAM' each councillor and karyakarta will plant.

25/06/2024

During the site inspection by Shri. Antonio Vas, MLA, Cortalim in his constituency, A scooterist suddenly fell on the road at Upasnagar. The MLA immediately rushed to the spot, attended to him and the man was referred to the hospital. We thank our MLA for his spontaneous action and human concern.

25/06/2024

Commencement of Saftey Measures (Crash Barriers) work near Siddhivinayak Ganesh Temple, MES college to São Jacinto Island road at the auspicious hands of Hon'ble Minister for Transport, Panchayats, Industries Trade & Commerce and Protocol Shri. Mauvin Godinho.

24/06/2024

24/06/2024

St. Andrew's Higher Secondary College Students Celebrated Sao Joao Feast at Vaddem Vasco. San Joao is a traditional Goan festival celebrated in honour of St. Jhon the Baptist on June 24 every year. It is a vibrant celebration where people jumps into wells, accompanied with music food and dance. It's a unique cultural experience in Goa

23/06/2024

Tree plantation by Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar at Mormugao police station

23/06/2024

Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar and Murgao BJP Mandal observe the Balidan Diwas, Death Anniversary of BJP founder member, Dr. Shyama Prassad Mukherjee

22/06/2024

**South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes Heads to Delhi for Oath Taking Ceremony**

**Delhi, June 22, 2024** – Captain Viriato Fernandes, the newly elected Member of Parliament from South Goa, has left for Delhi ahead of his oath-taking ceremony scheduled for Monday. In a strong statement prior to his departure, Fernandes criticized the potential closure of Dabolim Airport, arguing that it would primarily benefit "chronic capitalists and private companies" such as GMR, which operates the newly inaugurated MOPA Airport.

Fernandes expressed deep concerns over several local issues, emphasizing his commitment to fighting for the rights of Goans. "The six rivers we need to reclaim are being nationalized," he stated, highlighting the adverse impacts of such actions on local communities. Additionally, Fernandes vowed to address the contentious issues surrounding Goa's 105 km coastal belt, currently under the control of the Mormugao Port Authority (MPA).

The MP also criticized ongoing infrastructure projects, including double tracking, road expansion, and the Tamnar power project. He labeled the Tamnar project as a "big lie" and a "fraud," pointing out that Goa currently has a 40% power surplus. "This project is not for the common people of Goa," Fernandes asserted, suggesting it serves other interests.

Fernandes' remarks underline his dedication to protecting Goa's natural resources and ensuring that development projects benefit the local population rather than external interests. His upcoming tenure in parliament is expected to be marked by vigorous advocacy on these critical issues.

22/06/2024

Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar attends Closing ceremony and workshop on World Stem and Robotics Olympiad

21/06/2024

As countdown to International Day of Yoga 2024, the Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) in Goa hosted an enriching yoga event on June 19, 2024, centered on the theme "Yoga – A Key to Good Health." The event aimed to promote physical and mental well-being among port employees. Dr. Reshma Bale, an Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga expert, led the session as the Yoga Guru. Port officials across various departments, including CISF personnel have attended the programme
Mormugao Port Authority (MPA), Goa also organized a yoga event on June 21, 2024. The event took place at the MPA Berth on the vessel "ECOMAR" and included crew members on board and students from the port-run Deep Vihar Higher Secondary School.Shri Damodar Govekar, Goa state Yoga Academy was the Yoga Guru during the said session. Few students from the Academy also demonstrated various Yoga exercises.
On the occassion of International Yoga Day 2024, a Yoga session was also organised at "SAARASI", Main A.O Bldg premises. The event was attended in large numbers under the able guidance of Dr. N. Vinodkumar, IPoS, Chairperson, MPA, led by Shri Vinayaka Rao, Dy. Chairperson MPA along with HODs, Senior officials, Port Employees, CISF personnel and Port run Deepvihar school students.
Yoga Instructor Shri Damodar Govekar, Goa State Yoga Academy was the resource person for the event.
The event was a huge success.

21/06/2024

Yoga day organised by Pernem Sub Division Police

Pernem police sub division office today organised a yoga session to celebrate International Yoga Day .

SDPO Pernem Jivba Dalvi had organised this programme wherein all the police inspectors of Pernem Police Station, Narayan Chimulkar Mopa Airport Police Station and Mandrem Police Station along with Pernem Traffic Cell PI Vishwajit Chodankar and Mopa Traffic Cell PI Mahesh Kerkar were present.

The programme was organised in assistance with Sadguru Yog Gurukul during which a total of 123 police staff participated in it along with students of schools from Pernem .

Yoga teacher Kishore Kinlekar conducted the session.

SDPO Dalvi emphasised on the benefits of Yoga during the session.

21/06/2024

South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes speaks on Qatar Airways

21/06/2024

Mam jumps to death off Kharewado fishing Jetty

In a tragic incident, a man jumped off into the sea from the tail end of the Kharewado fishing Jetty on Thursday evening
According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred at around 6.30 pm
" There were many people in the jetty and some were angling on the jetty. The people saw a man wall towards the tail point of the jetty that goes towards the Mormugao Port berth no 11. While many were wondering why the man was walking to the isolated area, the man suddenly went to the extreme point to probably jump in the water . We immediately began shouting and calling him but he refused to hear and just jumped in the sea . When he fell in the water, a worker of a nearby parked fishing boat threw a rope at him but he refused to take help and folded his hands . While he was struggling in the water, we called him but he refused to move towards safety and drowned in the sea" said an eyewitness
The locals immediately alerted the Fire Brigade, the Port authorities and the Coastal Police about the incident
" In barely a few minutes, he drowned and his body began floating in the sea. The port CISF launch reached the site but refused to touch the floating body . We requested the CISF launch to offer assistance in preventing the body from drifting further but they refused to co-operate. The fire authorities also requested the CISF launch to hold on to the body by using a rope but they did not agree to do anything. The body moved towards the launch and drifted into the deep sea right in front of them. We then requested the Coastal police to use their launch to retreive the body but their launch was on patrolling duty at Cortalim . By the time , the coastal police launch arrived , it was already dark and the body had already drifted in the sea " said the local " said the eyewitness
" What is the point of the CISF launch simply burning fuel of the Government,if they don't intend to help during an emergency? This launch only harasses local fishermen in the sea and the authorities must initiate action on the CISF launch and the people on duty " said the eyewitness
However later in the evening, the Coastal police patrolling launch arrived at the jetty and ventured in the sea along with fire brigade officials to retrieve the body
Till late evening , the body had been retreived but the details of the person who ended his life by jumping in the sea was unclear