The Central Bureau of Investigation, probing multi-crore evasion of duty to the government by a Daman-based liquor company.
PANAJI: The Central Bureau of Investigation, probing multi-crore evasion of duty to the government by a Daman-based liquor company with the connivance of senior central government officials, has raided and sealed a distillery in the state, even as it has begun probing the role of a junior-level government official of Goa in the alleged scam.
The Supreme Court while allowing the plea made by one Ms Vinisha seeking transfer of divorce proceedings...
PANAJI: The Supreme Court while allowing the plea made by one Ms Vinisha seeking transfer of divorce proceedings initiated by her husband, Mr Jitesh Tolani from the court of civil judge, senior division, at Vasco-da-Gama, Goa,
Tourist boats cruise in Mandovi river. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: Expressing strong resentment over the Captain of Ports’ notification of doubling charges, includes taxes, to over Rs 80 lakh a year by each tourist boat for using the tourism jetty in Panaji, and enforcing ludicrous rules, the Cruise Boats’ Association of Goa is apprehensive that it would completely jeopardise the cruise boat business in the state.
LUCKNOW/NEW DELHI: A major arms racket was on Friday busted by the Uttar Pradesh STF when it arrested five security personnel and a retired sub-inspector for allegedly supplying arms and ammunition to anti-social groups like Naxals.
PANAJI: The chairman of the Kadamba Transport Corporation Ltd, Mr Aleixo Reginaldo Lourenco on Friday warned that the financial condition of the corporation is not so good, and will not be able to sustain the burden of the implementation of VIth pay commission recommendations for too long, if the workers do not dedicate themselves to the organisation.
A street dog rests nonchalantly as tourists pass by with baggage, opposite the domestic and international arrival terminus at Dabolim airport on Tuesday. (Sudesh Bhosle)
VASCO: The Dabolim International Airport, which presently caters to most of the foreigners arriving in the state, will soon get a facelift and also the plans to modernise and upgrade it will be put into action.
The parishioners of Guardian Angel Church of Savordem, Curchorem visited the Archbishop of Goa at Altinho, and demanded action against the priest of the church. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: The church authorities, while contesting the charges levelled by the parishioners of the Guardian Angel Church, Sanvordem-Curchorem, have agreed to thoroughly probe the alleged lottery scam, involving the local parish priest and the manager of a printing press, and come clean on the issue.
Sesa FA graduates seen at the 5th Convocation Ceremony held at the Sesa FA premises at Sanquelim on Friday. Chief guest and AIFF general secretary, Mr Alberto Colaco, Mr P K Mukherjee, Managing Director of Sesa Goa Ltd, Mr Colin Toal, AIFF technical director, Dr Bhatiker, Mr Brahmanand Shankwalkar, Mr Ajay Acharya are also seen.
PANAJI: A total of 18 trainees graduated from Sesa Football Academy during the fifth convocation ceremony held on Friday at the Sesa Football Academy premises at Sanquelim.
PANAJI: The third day of the national laser and board sailing championships were sailed in fluctuating wind conditions with strong gusty winds in the morning and light winds in the evening.
PANAJI: Hosts Pilerne Sports Club surprised Parra Verla Canca Association with a 4-2 tie-breaker win to enter the quarter-finals of 17th Pilerne Panchayat Cup football tournament at Maddanim grounds.
PANAJI: Strong contenders from north, United Club of Nerul squeezed past crowd-pullers Navelim Sporting 11-10 via the sudden death to enter the quarter-finals of St Anthony’s Super soccer at Directorate of Sports grounds, Colva on Friday.
PANAJI: Dempo Goodwill Brand Ambassador Ivana Furtado, Ritviz Parab and Gauri Hadkonkar moved to 3.5 points at the end of 4 rounds of action at U-11 national chess championship being held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai.
MAPUSA: Arpora Sporting Club beat hosts United Club Nerul 3-2 via the tie-breaker to enter the finals of 3rd Colormax-Imperial Rolling trophy at Dr Gustavo Monteiro stadium Candolim grounds, on Thursday.
BANGALORE: Two second half goals by Biju Kumar and Joy Ferrao paved the way for Vasco’s victory as they edged past their state rivals Sesa Football Academy 2-1 in the opening match
ST LUCIA: Up against an unheralded Afghanistan in their tournament-opener, India will have to guard against complacency to ensure a flying start to their campaign in the T20 cricket World Cup here on Saturday.
NEW DELHI: The Union government may re-impose duties on import of sugar in the wake of increased production and decline in prices, Food and Agriculture Minister, Mr Sharad Pawar indicated on Friday.
PANAJI: During the year 2009-10, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD’s) refinance disbursements to the banks in Goa, in respect of term loans extended to agriculture and non-farm sector reached an all-time high of Rs 81.64 crore as against Rs 17 crore during the preceding year.
Dr Shekhar Salkar and his team who performed the surgery at Salgaocar Medical Research Centre’s V M Salgaocar Hospital on Thursday. (Sudesh Bhosle)
VASCO: A successful surgery to remove abdominal tumour was carried by Dr Shekhar Salkar and his team at Salgaocar Medical Research Centre’s (SMRC’s) V M Salgaocar Hospital on Thursday.
PANAJI: Dhanlaxmi Bank inaugurated its first branch at Durga Niwas, M G Road, Panaji. This is the bank’s 29th branch in Western region and 270th in the country.
PANAJI: The seventh state conference of Canara Bank Employees Union will be held at Mathias Plaza, Panaji on May 1 at 10 a.m. to review the activities of the union and elect office bearers and state committee members for the next term.
PANAJI: Brindavan College, Bangalore offers opportunities for higher education in biological sciences, engineering and management.
NEW DELHI: The Union government on Friday said that it plans to come out with the new inflation series, which will give a better reflection of price movements in the country, by July.
NEW DELHI: Steel Minister, Mr Virbhadra Singh on Friday said his ministry will seek the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh’s intervention for banning export of iron-ore to protect the domestic steel industry.
MUMBAI: Country’s largest lender SBI has extended its special concessional home loan rate scheme, popularly known as teaser rates, by two months to June 30.
MUMBAI: The stock market rose for the second consecutive session on Friday with the benchmark Sensex climbing 55 points, as funds regained optimism following news that debt-riddled Greece may secure a bailout.
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AS was only to be expected, the Union Home Minister, Mr P Chidambaram, barely audible in the midst of the Opposition’s loud protests in both houses of Parliament,
THE prime ministers of India and Pakistan have agreed to break the logjam in bilateral relations. Nothing was conclusive; and Mr Yousuf Raza Gilani’s word that Pakistan would not allow terrorists to use its soil was sheer rhetoric.
THE Governor, Dr S S Sidhu in his address to the budget session of the Assembly has pegged Goa’s growth at 12 per cent. But Goa’s fiscal health does not appear to be as good as Dr Singh felt and expressed on the floor of the house.
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THE stretch of road passing through St Bridget’s Institute at Santerxette, Aldona is in very dilapidated condition.
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To salute each and every hero who silently works behind the scenes and celebrate the economic and social achievements of workers, Goa Chitra presents ‘May Day’ today as a tribute to the rights of each and every worker to relax and have fun after a hard day’s work.
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On April 27, the Pai Tiatrist Hall at the Ravindra Bhavan, Margao reverberated to the voices and music of 153 performers, who presented a wonderful programme of classical music conducted by Rev Fr Romeo Monteiro.
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PANAJI: Fr Allan Tavares sfx has been selected to receive the international Student Scientist Award for the study of acoustics in India.
Fr Tavares, a priest of the Pilar Society, will be presented a grant award certificate by the Acoustical Society of America
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PANAJI: “In the beginning, the Lord created chocolate, and he saw that it was good. Then he separated the light from the dark, and it was better. ”
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MARGAO: The festival of ‘Feni’ began at Ancestral Goa, The Big Foot, Loutolim on April 24 where stalls displaying varied products of cashew - the nut and the coconut - vied for attention with stalls selling flavoured distil ‘Feni’.
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Renowned vocalist and guru of the Agra Gharana, Pt Kamlakar B Naik from Goa will be honoured today at 4 p.m. at the Master Dinanath Mangeshkar Kala Mandir, Kala Academy,
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Hunan cuisine, sometimes called Xiang cuisine consists of the cuisines of the Xiang River region, Dongting Lake and western Hunan Province, in China. Hunan cuisine is consisted of three styles: Xiang River style Dongting Lake style and western Hunan style.
The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh and his Pakistani counterpart, Mr Yousaf Raza Gilani are seen on the sidelines of the SAARC Summit, in Thimphu, Bhutan on Thursday. (PIB)
The government on Thursday hiked export duty on iron ore lumps by 5 per cent to 15 per cent to discourage its shipments.
NEW DELHI: The government on Thursday hiked export duty on iron ore lumps by 5 per cent to 15 per cent to discourage its shipments and cool down the prevailing prices of the vital input for making steel.
The government had announced some bold measures in the budget for the year 2009-10 in order to enhance revenue base to reduce deficit.
PANAJI: The government had announced some bold measures in the budget for the year 2009-10 in order to enhance revenue base to reduce deficit and also limit borrowing from the market, but failed to implement its additional resource mobilisation announcements, which would have helped it in raising revenue to the tune of nearly Rs 500 crore.
PANAJI: In an attempt to solve the water woes of the people of Tiswadi and Ponda talukas, the water resource department has taken up a massive river linking project connecting Mhadei river with Kandepar river to boost water level in the Opa water facility.
PANAJI: The candidates who were declared ineligible to appear for the main written examinations for the posts of Civil Judge Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate First Class in Goa, on account of producing incorrect experience certificate got a major relief from the High Court of Bombay at Goa.
PONDA: In a rare case, a complaint of misappropriation of funds has been filed with the Ponda police, against a government official, who died two years ago.
Goans having the annual sea bath for medicinal purpose. (Nandesh Kambli)
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MARGAO: With just about a month of summer remaining, a rush is witnessed at the beaches of Colva, Majorda, Betalbatim and Varca, for the purpose of bathing in the sea.
VASCO: The aquatic life in the Vaddem Lake has been badly affected due to the improper sanitation and contamination of the lake water, due to the sewage that has found its way into the lake.
PANAJI: Derrick Menezes and Rajesh Choudhary consolidated their lead in the board sailing and laser radial championships on the second day of the National Laser and Board Sailing championships, here on Thursday.
The victorious Shirgao Sports Club seen with club members and Sports Minister, Mr Babu Azgaonkar.
PANAJI: Shirgao Sports Club, Shirgao won the T20 season ball cricket tournament, organised by Samrat Sports Club, Ozarim, defeating Binani R & S Club, Colvale by 7 wickets.
Shadab Jakati with the IPL 3 trophy.
Q: How has been the IPL 3 experience? A: It has been a thrilling experience, more so to be a part of such a talented squad. It’s been a great learning experience to play alongside some of the big names in cricket...playing under such challenging situations brought out the best in me and also allowed me to better my game.
GUYANA: Less than five days after a high-octane Indian Premier League, another Twenty20 extravaganza begins here from Friday as the world’s top cricketers assemble for the World T20 in the Caribbean with no team being tipped as clear favourites.
ST LUCIA: Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Thursday warned his team-mates against taking unheralded Afghanistan lightly in their World Twenty20 opening match here on Saturday, saying any slip-up against them can put his side out of contention for Super Eights.
MOHALI: PCA chief, Mr I S Bindra on Thursday threw his weight behind embattled Lalit Modi, saying the suspended IPL Commissioner should be given a fair trial.
NEW DELHI: Former Test batsman Sanjay Manjrekar feels Virender Sehwag’s absence will not affect India’s chances in the World T20 as they have enough back-up to fill up the explosive opener’s place.
NEW DELHI: India’s annual food inflation declined to 16.61 percent for the week ended April 17 from 17.65 percent a week ago due to a fall in prices of fruits, vegetables and some coarse cereals, official data showed Thursday.
MUMBAI: TRIL Roads Private Limited (TRPL), today said that it has signed an agreement with private equity investor, Actis, for a joint investment of USD 200-million in a private equity transaction.
PANAJI: IACM SmartLearn Limited, the leading and fastest growing IT hardware, networking and security systems management training company in India recently held an annual business partners summit , in Goa, said a press release.
MUMBAI: ICICI Bank has been ranked 45th among the top 100 most valuable global brands according to the BrandZ Top 100 Global Brands Report, becoming the first and only Indian brand to feature in this list.
PANAJI: ING Life, part of the ING Group, today announced that 27 of its top advisors have trained and successfully completed the coveted and globally recognized Master Financial Advisor (MFA) program offered by LIMRA.
PANAJI: Awareness of breast cancer and early detection techniques was imparted by Dr Sharmila Sardesai from Muskan, with whom Sesa Goa’s CSR department had partnered for continuation of their campaign in their north Goa business areas.
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On Tuesday we tried to tackle one of the fundamental questions that keeps us off from an elaborate investment planning. But probably there are more of those at the back of our mind. One of these could be : Is it possible to save anything in times of growing expenses ? This existentialist problem seems to be quite widespread.
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THERE has been wide acclaim after a trial court earlier this month awarded death penalty to five caste panchayat leaders for killing a young couple who had violated the gotra rules. To get such a verdict against the Khap leaders in Haryana and certain adjoining areas is not a mean achievement.
History has repeated in Jharkhand in ten years. Mr Shibu Soren had voted to protect the Narasimha Rao government in 1991 and after ten years he voted for the Manmohan Singh government on the cut motion in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
The panchayats in Goa are so obsessed with their own agenda and interests that they are prepared to go against the directives of the Panchayati Raj Act. Else, there was no tenable reason for 11 panchayats including Taleigao, Merces, St Cruz and Chimbel not holding their gram sabhas in April which is mandatory according to the PR Act.
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Power failures have become an everyday affair in Mapusa city, inconveniencing its citizens. With the temperatures soaring high, it becomes difficult to stay in the house without either the fan or the air conditioner on.
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PANAJI: Swaranjali, a unique musical show from the House of Caculos, dedicated to the late Mohanbab Caculo, which will be performed at Dinanath Mangueshkar Kala Mandir on May 2, at 3.30 p.m. will provide connoisseurs of music the opportunity to enjoy Marathi music as well as Indian classical music – both vocal and instrumental – from local and national artistes of repute.
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PANAJI: “Any good song must necessarily be an excellent poem,” said the celebrated octogenarian Marathi poet, Manguesh Padgaonkar, just as well-known Bhavgeet singer, Arun Date acknowledged that his success as a singer was primarily due to the songs written by Padgaonkar.
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You could be wearing the most glamorous summer dress – flashing your midriff with a strappy top and low-waist crepe trousers – but if your shoes don’t match or the lipstick is a shade too dark, the whole effort falls flat.
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Frog - the cute little creature that could be found sitting on our wells; frog - we ignored or at the most related to some prince charming story; that very frog is now under massive threat. His home is being destroyed and he is fighting a lone battle of survival.
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‘Fattlean Poi’ is the latest presentation from Menezes theatre production. This ‘tiatr’ written and directed by Mario Menezes, is a scathing attack on the moralistic society, that only talks and criticises but does nothing to help the downfallen.
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Holy Cross Chapel of St Joseph situated at Manxe Vaddo, Dongrim-Mandur, one of the oldest chapels in the Tiswadi Taluka, has been renovated and extended.
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The Orange…what’s so unique about this place? Location, yes in the heart of Candolim. Ambience is bright and cheerful. Overall experience? Yes that is what I am going to let you know, a ‘unique experience’ promoted by Asheen Lobo and Joe Dias…guaranteed to keep you ‘young’ at heart.
The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh arrives at Convention Centre to attend the inaugural session of the 16th SAARC Summit in Thimphu, Bhutan, on Wednesday. PIB
THIMPHU: The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh will meet his Pakistani counterpart, Mr Yousuf Raza Gilani here on Thursday on the margins of the SAARC summit, an Indian official said on Wednesday, ending the suspense over the much anticipated talks between the two South Asian rivals.
The four-month-old JMM-led government in Jharkand was reduced to a minority on Wednesday.
NEW DELHI/RANCHI: The four-month-old JMM-led government in Jharkand was reduced to a minority on Wednesday after alliance partner BJP withdrew support retaliating strongly to the Chief Minister, Mr Shibu Soren voting for the UPA in Lok Sabha.
Possessing a firearm without a licence is a punishable offence under the law yet the villagers who live in the hilly areas of Canacona taluka.
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CANACONA: Possessing a firearm without a licence is a punishable offence under the law yet the villagers who live in the hilly areas of Canacona taluka and some farmers possess more than 200 unlicensed firearms, informed highly reliable sources.
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MARGAO: Electricity consumers in the state are suffering this hot and humid summer as the state has been hit by low voltage and erratic power supply.
AHMEDABAD: One of Gujarat’s senior most police officers, DCP Mr Abhay Chudasama was on Wednesday arrested on charges of trying to influence witnesses in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh case, becoming the fourth IPS officer to be held in the fake encounter episode.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat seen launching Goa Scheme of Financial Assistance for Films 2010. Also seen are member of the ESG’s governing council, Mr Vishnu Wagh, secretary for Information and Publicity, Mr Narendra Kumar, and Secretary for Women and Child Development, Mr V P Rao. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: Acknowledging that the framing of the Goa Scheme of Financial Assistance for Films 2010 had been delayed for quite a long time, the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat, in principal, agreed to make an additional provision of Rs one crore for the scheme this year, as the scheme in its previous form had been kept in abeyance for almost two years.
PANAJI: Demanding that the government should order an CBI inquiry into the recent allegations by Ms Lucky Farmhouse, the Swedish girlfriend of Atala, the accused in the drug case, that son of a local politician was involved with the drug mafia, the Leader of the Opposition,
The recovered cars seen outside the Panaji town police station. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: Police have managed to recover eight cars out of nine expensive cars worth Rs 1 crore, which were stolen and allegedly sold to customers by forging documents, this information was revealed by the police inspector, Mr Sandesh Chodankar while speaking to media persons.
KOLKATA: Dempo made a spectacular second half comeback to demolish Mohun Bagan 4-1 in a round 23 I-League match at Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Wednesday.
PANAJI: Dempo Sports Club are just at a whisker’s distance from inscribing their name on the coveted I-League trophy in its third edition. Dempo’s 4-1 demolition of former champions Mohun Bagan on Wednesday in Kolkata reiterated the fact that India’s top club are hungry for more.
PANAJI: Parish Youth Nuvem trounced A A de Majorda 6-1 and enter the quarter-finals of St Anthony’s Super Soccer, organised by St Anthony’s Club at Directorate of Sports grounds, Colva on Wednesday.
PANAJI: The national championships in Laser class, Radial class and board sailing started today at the Vaiguinnium Beach, off Cidade de Goa resort.
MAPUSA: Sesa Football Academy (Juniors) played a methodical game to knock the stuffings out of Sporting Clube de Goa (Juniors), by 3-0 margin, to collect full points in the 1st Division GFA U-20 Taca Goa league match played at Duler grounds, here on Wednesday.
PANAJI: Betalbatim Sporting Club defeated Arpora Sporting 4-2 via the tie-breaker and made their entry into the quarter-finals of 14th Holy Cross soccer tournament, organised by Holy Cross Sports Club, Vodlemoll, Kakoda.
MAPUSA: Sao Minguel Taleigao received a stiff challenge from strong contenders Calangute Association to register a 6-5 win via the tie-breaker, to enter the finals of 3rd Colormax-Imperial Rolling trophy at Dr Gustavo Monteiro stadium, Candolim grounds here on Wednesday.
Bayern Munich’s Croatian striker Ivica Olic (R) celebrates scoring against Lyon with his team-mates at the Gerland stadium in Lyon, France on Tuesday. (Oliver Lang)
LYON (FRANCE): Bayern Munich are headed to the European Champions League final for the first time in nine years. Ivica Olic scored three goals, and Bayern Munich routed Lyon 3-0 Tuesday night to win the home-and-home semi-final on 4-0 aggregate.
LONDON: Liverpool aim to overturn Atletico Madrid’s 1-0 first-leg lead and Fulham bid to oust a Hamburg side that just fired their coach as the two sides try to make the first Europa League final an all-English confrontation.
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Not many would consider a visit to a museum the ideal place to take a child - a place where they can engage in some intellectual musings. In the bargain, the child develops a passive distaste for museums and loses out on a whole lot of knowledge.
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PANAJI: ‘Durga Zali Gauri’ is a simple story of an adolescent princess and how she turns from a feisty Durga into a compassionate Gauri. Penned by Madhav Sakhardande with the music of Shank-Neel, this musical showcases the journey of Durga’s life and how she learns to appreciate the value of hard labour.
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Ramdev Baba—a name synonymous with yoga will be in Goa from May 1-4 to conducted yoga camps. This event will kick start the district level yoga camps, for the first time under the Bharat Swabhiman Trust.
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PANAJI: The blessing of the renovated Chapel of Our lady of Merces, situated in Vaddem, Vasco da Gama, was done by most Rev Alwyn Barreto, Bishop of Sindhudurg on April 25 at 5:30 p.m.
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Sometime in the early 1990’s, a cool new tool burst on our tech radar. Its nascent avatar called “mosaic” morphed very logically into “Netscape” and then on, the internet mania took off like a super sonic jet.
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Gone are the days when they were worn by few and matched with traditional wear. Today, jean-glad-girls are wearing it with as much style, as what their mothers and grandmothers wore as part of ritual,
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Address: Az u r, Goa Marriott Resort, Miramar, Panaji, Goa, Recommended: Tough choice to make, Hot favourites: Balsamic Tomato, Chilli Rarebit, Scnitzel Wrap, Kaffir Lime Chicken Tikka, Sweet crepes.
PANAJI: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat has informed that this year the government has given a thrust to agriculture as the agriculture graph is drastically coming down not only in the state but in the entire country.
NEW DELHI: Some tax reliefs are proposed to be announced by the Union Finance Minister, Mr Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday, amid demands from various Opposition parties to review service tax proposal for the housing sector in the budget.
NEW DELHI: The Union government is assured of Rs 35,018 crore from sale of 3G telephony spectrum, as bids for pan-India operations rose to Rs 8,662 crore on the 15th day of auction.
As regards individual circles, Mumbai for the second consecutive day received the highest bid of Rs 1,329.34 crore against the reserve price of Rs 320 crore.
BANGALORE: IT spending in India will reach $67 billion in 2010, an increase of 14.1 per cent from 2009.
MUMBAI: Stock market barometer Sensex on Wednesday tumbled 310 points, as investors were spooked by an overnight crash in US stocks and weakness in Asian and European markets over concerns about the deepening financial crisis in Greece.
Rear Admiral Sudhir Pillai performing rituals to lay the keel for the NOPV on Wednesday. Also seen are Rear Admiral (Retd) Vineet Bakhshi VSM, chairman and managing director, GSL and others. (Sudesh Bhosle)
VASCO: The keel for the newly-designed Naval Offshore Patrol Vessel (NOPV), which is being built by Goa Shipyard Ltd for the Indian Navy, was laid by Rear Admiral Sudhir Pillai NM Flag Officer Commanding Goa area on Wednesday at GSL.
PANAJI: ESI Corporation has launched an ambitious computerisation project called ‘Project Panchdeep’ with an outlay of Rs 1300 crore and M/s Wipro is executing the contract under which all the ESI offices,
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I am interested in knowing about mutual funds. Can you give me a detailed description of MFs? Anthony Pontes.
BY RAVINDRA SHUKLA
THE Union Home Minister, Mr P Chidambaram’s remark that “something went wrong,” during the anti-Naxal operation in the Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh is an admission that the flawed plan drawn up by the home ministry, the so-called ‘Action Plan’ created in October 2009, for the anti-Naxal offensive in the country needs to be revisited.
THE statement of the central mines ministry that operation of illegal mining is comparatively less in Goa in comparison to states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Gujarat and others and that only nine cases were detected in 2009 is unconvincing.
THE second secretary to the Indian High Commission in Islamabad, Ms Madhuri Gupta could not be bracketed with the famous women spies Mata Hari and Virginia Hall, because she allegedly operated for her lover.
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THE recent controversy regarding the concluded matches of the Indian Premier League has put India to shame. There is a need for the concerned authorities to ban the Indian Premier League completely and instead promote the Indian games played in the country–matches like Ranji Trophy etc.
An espionage racket involving passing of sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence agencies has been busted with the arrest here.
NEW DELHI: An espionage racket involving passing of sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence agencies has been busted with the arrest here of a senior woman diplomat posted in the Indian High Commission in Islamabad.
The revised Film Finance Scheme of the state government, which will be launched on April 28 by the Chief Minister.
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PANAJI: The revised Film Finance Scheme of the state government, which will be launched on April 28 by the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat has been incorporated with a number of new provisions including necessity on the part of the beneficiaries/ film producers to be Goan by birth or at least have 15 years domicile in the state,
PANAJI: ‘Film Makers’, the association of Goan film producers has condemned the decision of the ESG to invite selected film producers for the launching of the revised Film Finance Scheme, on April 28.
NEW DELHI: The much-hyped trial of strength for the government in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday proved to be a dampener with the House defeating the cut motion on petroleum prices by a big margin exposing huge divisions in the opposition.
PANAJI: Operation of illegal mining is comparatively less in Goa in comparison to states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Gujarat and others.
RJD activists stop a train during a nationwide demonstration against the price hike of essential commodities near Patna junction on Tuesday. AFP
NEW DELHI: The nation-wide bandh called by 13 non-NDA and non-UPA parties on Tuesday to protest against price rise paralysed normal life and hit air and rail services in Left-ruled West Bengal and Kerala while it evoked a partial response in some states.
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PANAJI: While many places across the world were facing a tough time in conservation of the sea turtles, mainly due to beach erosion, Goa was well placed in conserving the sea turtles as all the three nesting places in the state (Morjim, Agonda and Galgibag) did not encounter any beach erosion over the last several years.
MAPUSA: The number of deaths recorded on roads in North Goa since January 1, 2010, have reached 25. This is quite a frightening figure as it works out to around six road deaths every month.
PANAJI: Goa traffic cell has started a drive against drunken driving and has challaned 468 persons within a span of just three weeks and collected Rs 2,000 from each violator, revealed the Superintendent of Police, traffic and North SP, Mr Arvind Gawas.
MARGAO: The additional district and sessions judge, South Goa, Mr P V Kamat on Tuesday sentenced Lalita Bir Bhadur, 36, from Nepal, to under go five years simple imprisonment and to pay a fine of Rs 2000 in default or else to undergo one month simple imprisonment.
Dr Gauri Gauns distributing the certificates to the participants of the camp.
PERNEM: The Summer Camp Committee of the Government College of Arts and Commerce, Virnoda, Pernem, organised its fourth 10-day summer camp for the students of the neighbouring schools, as a part of their extra-mural activities. Dr Gervasio S F L Mendes, acting principal, Government College, Pernem, welcomed the gathering.
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Tapping in on the in flow of frolickers on vacation in Goa, with a special eye on the Goan Diaspora who make visits during the summer vacation to meet family, event organisers Jov-Lyn Ad events with media partner The Navhind Times are organising their third Traditional Country Nite on May 1 at the Emerald Lawns.
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The Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) has instituted awards for Konkani song and music audio albums. These awards are called ‘Konkani Song and Music Awards 2009’.
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Margao: Some 60 US sailors and flyboys took time off from their furlough to do some community bonding in sun kissed Goa recently.
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Come the month of May and each year all jazz musicians, jazz lovers and aficionados head to Dutch Heritage city, Amersfoort for one of the biggest jazz music festivals of the year, the Jazzdag; jazz junkies from across the globe mark these dates in their calendars, planning their year around it.
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MARGAO: Sixty finalists, all students from the world over, including India, were selected from among 7 lakh participants, all of who had created amazing works of art and craft based on the theme ‘My Mother, My World’.
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The first Konkani Cinema ‘Mogacho Anvddo’ produced by A L Jerry Braganza was screened on April 24, 1950 and hence April 24 is celebrated as Konkani Cinema Day.
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MARGAO: Title favourites Dempo Sports Club might be playing miles away in Kolkata on Wednesday against Mohun Bagan but the progress of the ‘blues’ will be watched closely not only by their army of fans but also by other title challengers Mahindra United and Churchill Bros.
MARGAO: Beto, the mercurial Dempo playmaker looked a forlorn figure a couple of rounds ago, but that’s not the case any more as he prepares himself to script a crucial victory over Mohun Bagan on Wednesday.
PANAJI: Ambelim Sports Club entered the quarter-finals of St Anthony’s Super Soccer scoring a 2-1 victory over Cuncolim Union at Directorate of Sports grounds, Colva on Tuesday.
Rajesh Choudhary, a national champion in laser class and India’s sole representative for the last Olympic Games.
PANAJI: The National Laser and Windsurfing Championships 2010 were inaugurated on Tuesday by Dr Susana de Sousa, Director of Sports and Youth Affairs at Dona Paula.
MAPUSA: A two-goal blitz by Charles Pereira enabled hosts United Club Nerul register a hard fought 2-1 win over Penha de Franca and enter the semi-finals of 3rd Colormax-Imperial Rolling Trophy, at Dr Gustavo Monteiro stadium, Candolim, here on Tuesday.
PANAJI: CDJ Ribander emerged winners of phase 1 of the Coca Cola Celebration Cup, which was played at Santa Cruz grounds.
MUMBAI: Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Tuesday predicted a keen contest during the upcoming World Twenty20, saying the race for the title was too close to call.
Dilip Vengsarkar released the second edition of the book “If Cricket Is Religion, Sachin Is God” at Cricket Club of India, Mumbai on Tuesday. The author of the book Mr Vijay Santhanam (left) and commentator Harsha Bhogle were also present on the occasion.
MUMBAI: Former India skipper and former chief selector, Dilip Vengsarkar is positive about India’s chances at the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup.
MAPUSA: Officials from the directorate of agriculture and Mapusa zonal agriculture office recently held a demonstration of a paddy transplanter at Sangolda.
NEW DELHI: Cash-strapped Air India owes over Rs 1,200 crore to three public sector oil companies and is expected to incur a loss of Rs 5,400 crore in the last fiscal, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Tuesday.
MUMBAI: Healthy growth of infrastructure industries failed to prop up the stock market, which on Tuesday snapped a five-day winning streak to settle 54 points lower on profit booking in blue chips.
MUMBAI: Corporation Bank’s net profit for the fourth quarter ending March 31 increased by 19.9 per cent to Rs 312.33 crore against Rs 260.49 crore a year ago.
PANAJI: ING Life, part of the ING Group, has announced that 27 of its top advisors have trained and successfully completed the coveted and globally recognised Master Financial Advisor (MFA) programme offered by LIMRA.
PANAJI: Indoco Remedies Limited, a global pharmaceutical company, recorded 110 per cent growth in the fourth quarter profit after taxes).
MUMBAI: An agreement has been signed between Indian Banks Association (IBA) and nine bank Unions, settling the long-pending demand for wage revision here on Tuesday.
By Tensing Rodrigues
In 2007, I had invested around Rs 50,000 in JM BASIC FUND and now its value is around just Rs 19,000 even after markets have recovered by 81 per cent. What should I do - redeem fully or wait and watch? I am totally confused because rest of my funds have recovered and started giving positive return. — Nivedita V Zambotkar.
BY INDRANIL BANERJEA
RETRO is in. Not just in clothes and cars and music, old styles are back in fashion in politics and governance as well. Even silly, savage styles that had been discarded generations ago only to make reappearance like wooden clogs that you love to flaunt but can’t walk in.
THE Goa State Agriculture Marketing Board is keen to have an agri-mall on the lines of terminal markets. As it will enable consumers and producers make direct contact, it should facilitate the development of products that are closely aligned with consumer tastes and demands.
THE time and place chosen by the Mamnmohan Singh government to reject the demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee probe into the IPL muddle and phone tapping allegations are quite interesting.
Invading People’s Privacy
THE parliament has been rocked under allegations of phone tapping of political leaders. Though the UPA government at the Centre has vehemently denied that it has not authorised such activity, the very fact that such an unwarranted act has been brought to the surface, reflects poorly on a country that boasts of parliamentary democracy, wherein the right to privacy is unquestionably guaranteed.
The new office of the CBI at Bambolim, which was opened on Monday. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: The additional director of Central Bureau of Investigation (anti-corruption bureau), Mr Rishi Raj Singh has said the charge-sheet in the alleged misappropriation case against the former chief minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader, Mr Manohar Parrikar would be filed before the Bombay High Court in about one and half month’s time.
The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Monday rejected opposition demand for joint parliamentary committee probe into both the IPL controversy.
NEW DELHI: The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Monday rejected opposition demand for joint parliamentary committee probe into both the IPL controversy and the phone-tapping issue on the ground that it was not needed.
The State Police Complaint Authority on Monday through an order directed the police authorities to file a complaint against 14 police personnel.
PANAJI: The State Police Complaint Authority on Monday through an order directed the police authorities to file a complaint against 14 police personnel, including former North Goa superintendent of police, for committing atrocities on the Education Minister, Mr Atanasio Monserrate and his family after the Panaji Town police station was attacked by the alleged supporters of Mr Monserrate.
NEW DELHI: Allegations of illegal telephone tapping on political leaders disrupted both Houses of Parliament on Monday although the government maintained it had not authorised any such activity nor it found any substance in them.
THIMPHU: The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh and his Pakistani counterpart, Mr Yousuf Raza Gilani are expected to meet here on the margins of the SAARC Summit, during which the Indian leader is likely to seek an update on the probe and trial in the 26/11 case being conducted in Pakistan.
Mr Chirayu Amin (left) arrives at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai on Monday. (AFP)
MUMBAI: IPL Czar Mr Lalit Modi was on Monday dethroned in a swift counter-attack by the BCCI which accused him of rigging bids for teams and a number of other serious financial irregularities during his three-year reign as IPL chairman.
BY MICHAEL FISHER
PANAJI: While the state horticulture department is working on introducing a fruit cart in the lines of vegetable cart and installing coolant devices (like trays) in the carts to keep vegetables and fruits fresh, the agriculture department has embarked on a massive agriculture promotion plan to construct an agriculture mall (agri-mall), the first of its kind in Goa, and probably the first in the whole of India.
PANAJI: Stating that the Goa Institute of Film Technology (GIFT), proposed to be set up at the old Goa Medical College building by M/s Fargo Estate Ltd, a Delhi-based estate developer company, is nothing but a ploy to gift away the heritage building to this company,
QUEPEM: The Quepem bridge over river Kushawati, used by heavy as well as light traffic and pedestrians, has never undergone any structural safety maintenance since its commissioning, some 50 years back.
The bus and the truck which collided head on at Boma on Monday. (Roque Dias)
PONDA: The driver of a bus was seriously injured while 15 passengers escaped with minor injuries, when the bus in which they were travelling collided against a truck at Boma, on Monday around 4 p.m.
MARGAO: The transformation of Adil Khan from a central defender to an attacking midfielder wouldn’t come at a more appropriate time for Sporting Clube de Goa, who are engrossed in a battle against the drop.
PANAJI: Candolim Sports Club scored a comfortable 2-0 win over Penha de Franca Sports Club to enter the quarter-finals of 17th Pilerne Panchayat Cup inter-village soccer tournament, organized by Pilerne Sports Club, played at Maddanim grounds, Pilerne.
Goa Learning Soccer School participants seen with football coach Aldrid Da’Costa.
PANAJI: The Goa Learning Soccer School coaching camp commenced on Friday at Saraswat School, Khorlim, Mapusa. The 20-day camp was aimed at improving the football skills of the participants. The training was conducted by English FA qualified football coach Aldrid Da’Costa.
PANAJI: Sporting Club of Davorlim beat Varca Sports Club 2-1 to enter the quarter-finals of St Anthony’s Super soccer at Directorate of Sports grounds, Colva on Monday.
Captain of Maina 6 receiving the winners trophy from Tourism Minister,
Mr Mickky Pacheco after the finals of 1st inter-village volleyball tournament, organised by Smile Boys of Colva. Maina 6 beat Colva Boys 25-24, 25-14, 25-16.
PANAJI: A fine show by Arun Mohite (34 and 1-23) enabled Borda RCC beat MCC by 7 wickets in the Late Shubham Naik (U-17) trophy here at SAG grounds, Margao on Monday.
MAPUSA: Churchill Brothers (Juniors) were held to a 1-1 draw, by title aspirants Dempo (Juniors) in the 1st Division GFA Taca Goa U-20 league at Duler grounds, here on Monday.
KOLKATA: Having crashed to five successive defeats, East Bengal will look to end their AFC Cup campaign on a winning note when they take on Lebanese outfit Al Nejmeh in their last Group D match on Tuesday.
National champion Donald Coelho training hard for the championships.
PANAJI: The National Board Sailing Championships 2010 will be held off Cidade-de-Goa’s Vainguinim beach from 27th April to 2nd May.
Shadab Jakati with his family on his arrival at Dabolim Airport. (Sudesh Bhosle)
BY SUDESH BHOSLE | NT
VASCO: After helping his team win the Indian Premier League in their third attempt on Sunday night, Chennai Super Kings left-arm spinner Shadab Jakati returned home on Monday.
PANAJI: Mr Rajendra Paibir recently took over as the new Secretary of Mormugao Port Trust. Mr Paibir who was appointed by the Union Ministry of Shipping will head the General Administration Department of MPT.
PANAJI: Inspired by consumer experiences across product categories as a step forward in achieving its ambitious growth plans, Haier recently launched 25 new models nationwide.
PANAJI: Corporate social responsibility of Sesa Goa Limited not only extends towards the community around its business operations but also towards the other stakeholders like its employees and their family, said a press release.
By Tensing Rodrigues
Last week we looked at the three motives that drive investment in the grihasthar ashrama: the transactions driver, the precautionary driver and the income driver; and we saw how we need to choose the investment option for each of them.
WASHINGTON: Emerging economies, including China and India, were given a greater voice at the World Bank, as member nations approved a slight shift of voting shares in favour of developing countries, while agreeing to raise more money for global aid.
The Betki farmers are seen attending the demo of the rice transplanter held by the Directorate of Agriculture on Saturday. (Roque Dias)
PONDA: The Agronomist of Kerala Agriculture University, Dr U Jaikumar has observed that Goa is agriculture-rich and hence Goan farmers should join hands to explore the schemes of buying agro machineries by availing subsidies from the state government.
MUMBAI: Continuing with the trend of the last four quarters, the Business Confidence Index (BCI) in India has shown a two per cent increase in April over the January level, though the Political Confidence Index (PCI) remains on a downward trajectory, a NCAER-MasterCard survey said on Monday.
MUMBAI: Indian economy is expected to grow by 8.1 per cent in the current fiscal on the back of a turn-around in agriculture production and an anticipated good showing by the industry and service sectors, a leading economic think-tank said.
MUMBAI: Tyre-maker, Bridgestone India, on Monday said it has increased its tyre prices by 3.5 per cent on the back of increased raw materials prices, effective from Monday.
NEW DELHI: India on Monday said it would next month initiate discussion on liberalising foreign direct investment in sectors ranging from defence to agriculture and even retail -- a source of political woes for the government in the past.
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ACRIMONIOUS scenes were witnessed in Parliament on Monday over the phone tapping issue with both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha being adjourned over the issue. As soon as the Lok Sabha assembled for the day, Opposition parties led by the BJP sought suspension of the Question Hour to take up discussion on the issue. BJP leader, Mr L K Advani, sought explanation from Dr Manmohan Singh on the issue.
IN a late-night operation, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended Mr Lalit Modi as commissioner of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The BCCI’s 34-page chargesheet lists 22 allegations against Mr Modi,
THE E N Rammohan Committee report has punctured the stand of the Union home ministry that a carefully planned guerrilla attack by Maoists was responsible for the death of 76 CRPF personnel at Dantewada.
Water Woes
CANACONA is now crying for water although the Chapolim Dam is full (NT, April 26). It is shocking that since the last 15 years though the residential water connections have increased from 200 to about 15,000, and although the old pipeline has burst several times,
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MARGAO: The state will see pop star Remo Fernandes perform at the T-10 music show at the Rajendra Prasad Stadium on April 30.
Remo, saying that his music was quite different while addressing the media at the press conference to announce the show, was a little critical of the music scene in the country.
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So we're into the year of music in a big way and what a wonderful first quarter it has been. The first Gypsy Jazz show of the year was in January with Djaima and her Bulgarian Parisian Gypsy music that had music aficionados begging for more; seems like the Gypsy fever really took over Goan music lovers.
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The 30th annual symposium on Sea Turtle Biology and Conservation is currently on at the Kala Academy, Panaji. It is for the very first time that it is being held in the South Asian region.
The theme for this year symposium - ‘The World of Turtle’ – means to draw attention to the coastal,
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The department of AH and VS, Government of Goa organised a one-day seminar to mark the World Veterinary day on April 24 at Nanutel, Margao.
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The art gallery of Institute Menezes Braganza, Panaji will from today host a caricature exhibition by artist, Mr Bharat Jagtap. It will feature more than 1400 works of the Belgaum-based artist, made over the last 20 years.
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The very large number of lay faithful from the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman, who have been coming to Pallotti Home over the last 25 years have experienced a tremendous renewal of faith and rekindling of charity in their Christian lives; many of them thereafter have dedicated themselves to the service of humanity and the Church.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
In the heart of Baga’s activity, a long pebbled pathway bordered by swaying palms leads you to a restaurant, lanterns swaying in the breeze as they hang from trees, candle lights fluttering in their glass chimneys tables set under a canopy of stars.
The Indian Premier League chairman and commissioner, Mr Lalit Modi was handed a suspension letter on Sunday night.
MUMBAI: The Indian Premier League chairman and commissioner, Mr Lalit Modi was handed a suspension letter on Sunday night by the Board of Control for Cricket in India so as to bar him from attending the governing council meeting on Monday.
Suresh Raina’s all-round performance scripted Chennai’s super win over Mumbai in Sunday’s IPL final.
MUMBAI: Chennai Super Kings were crowned Indian Premier League 3 champions after thumping Mumbai Indians by 22 runs in a thrilling summit clash on Sunday night.
Monday’s Parliament session is headed to be stormy as the opposition is planning to corner the government over allegations of telephone tapping of...
NEW DELHI: Monday’s Parliament session is headed to be stormy as the opposition is planning to corner the government over allegations of telephone tapping of key political leaders and wants to demand suspension of question hour to discuss the issue.
KOCHI: At least 364 passengers and crew of a Kochi-bound Emirates flight from Dubai on Sunday had a narrow escape when the plane encountered severe turbulence over Bangalore region, injuring 23 people onboard.
THIMPHU: Pitching for a “visionary” and “future-oriented” SAARC declaration, India on Sunday highlighted the need for the eight-nation grouping to introspect on its 25-year-long experience and chart out a course to accelerate the momentum that has been achieved in the recent past.
PANAJI: A study conducted by the Central Ground Water Board said that only 27 per cent of the total groundwater that is available is being extracted, even as it observed there are a few areas which are ‘stressed’ and are being closely monitored by the water resources department.
MARGAO: The gram sabha meeting of the village panchayat of Majorda, on Sunday, approved the proposed budget for the year 2010-2011, which is estimated at Rs 71,21,000, amidst some questioning on some heads of expenditure,
The flag officer, commanding Goa naval area, Rear Admiral Sudhir Pillai, and the US Navy’s CTF 70 Rear Admiral, Kevin Donegan, shake hands onboard INS Mysore, ahead of the scheduled bilateral ‘Malabar CY-10’ exercise on Saturday. (Sudesh Bhosle)
VASCO: The ‘Malabar CY-10’ exercise between India and the US naval ships will be held in the Arabian Sea, off the coast of Goa, from April 27 to May 2, in which frontline units from both the navies will be participating.
Mr Shantaram Naik, MP, laying the foundation stone for the Library and Laborotory block of Mallikarjun High School, Canacona. Also seen are Mr Vijay Pai Khot, MLA, Mr Vikas Desai, Mr Anil Desai and others.
CANACONA: In a coalition government problems are bound to be there, but on the principle that ‘the show must go on’ the government’s decision-making process should not be halted or delayed, said Mr Shantaram Naik, MP, at Shri Mallikarjun Complex, Canacona on Saturday evening.
MAPUSA: Valuables including cash, gold and silver items, worth around Rs 1.6 lakh have been stolen from the Ganesh temple at Arpora.
MAPUSA: 75-year-old Shankar Parmekar from Halarna, Pernem was killed in a road accident at Tivim on Saturday evening. According to the Mapusa police, the deceased who is a well known personality in theatre field was coming from Assonora to Pedem, Mapusa in connection with some drama activity.
NEW DELHI: The AFC Ad-hoc Committee for Indian Professional Football has set December 31 as deadline for clubs to fulfil the licensing criteria under Asian Football Confederation and FIFA if they have to take part in next season’s I-League.
PANAJI: Cuncolim Union defeated St Anthony’s Club Colva 2-0 in the third match of the 14th Holy Cross soccer tournament, organised by Holy Cross Sports Club, Kakoda.
MAPUSA: Freddy Faria scored a hat-trick as Vasco SC thrashed Goa Velha SC 6-0 in the GFA Taca U-20 League match played at Duler stadium on Sunday.
MAPUSA: Rajesh Pomburfekar’s second half strike enabled Arpora Sporting Club to defeat Adarsh Yuvak Sangh, Saligao and move into the semi-finals of Colormax Imperial Rolling Trophy soccer tournament organised by United Sports Club, Nerul at Dr Gustavo Monteiro stadium, Candolim on Sunday.
PANAJI: Customs and Central Excise, Goa scored once in either session to record a 2-0 victory over Margao Veterans and enter the semi-finals of the 10th VM Salgaocar memorial veterans soccer tournament organised by Prime Sports Club at Nagoa ground.
MRF ‘A’ Calangute, winners of six-a-side hockey tournament.
PANAJI: MRF ‘A’ Calangute won the 1st All Goa six-a-side hockey tournament organised by Caranzalem Sporting Club at Caranzalem Bhattan grounds. In the finals of the 10-team tournament, MRF ‘A’ beat MRF ‘B’ Calangute 5-3. The winners were led by Sydney Fernandes.
PANAJI: Betalbatim Sports Club entered the quarter-finals of St Anthony’s Super Soccer, organised by St Anthony’s Club Colva after they beat Young Strikers Benaulim 1-0 in a match played at DSYA ground, Colva on Sunday.
LONDON: Salomon Kalou scored three goals and Frank Lampard two as Chelsea beat Stoke 7-0 to stay a point ahead of Manchester United in the Premier League title race on Sunday, while Burnley was relegated after one season in the top flight.
Fernando Verdasco kisses winners trophy after he beat Robin Soderling in the finals of the Barcelona Open tennis tournament on Sunday. (AFP)
BARCELONA: Fernando Verdasco continued his impressive build-up to the French Open when he outslugged last year’s Roland Garros runner-up Robin Soderling to win the Barcelona Open on Sunday.
PANAJI: The USA-based Glenmark Generics Inc’s (GGI) focus on strategic planning and development has generated a robust pipeline in varying stages of maturity. The company, the North American division of Glenmark Generics Ltd has over 45 abbreviated new drug applications (ANDA’s) filed with the FDA pending approval.
PANAJI: Nanusand is Goa’s first manufactured sand and the only alternative to river sand which is depleting rapidly. Nanusand has come at a crucial time, as the Karnataka Government has banned the sale of Karwar sand to Goa, adding to the woes of the builders for want of quality sand.
Interventional cardiologist Dr Ramdas Nayak addressing the media at Vivus SMRC Heart Centre, Chicalim recently. Also seen are: Incharge of Corporate Relationship Ms Vaishali Joshi, cardiographic surgeon, Dr Atul Maslekar, administrator Mr Brijesh Babu and marketing manager Mr Deepak Shukla (Sudesh Bhosle).
VASCO: The Vivus SMRC Heart Centre has successfully carried out Permanent Pacemaker Implant (VVI) type on the upper part of the heart of a Goan patient. As Vivus SMRC Heart Centre has achieved its name for providing new life to the patients suffering from heart diseases within a short spell in the state of Goa
VASCO: The Vasco railway station has been conferred with the ‘Best Maintained Station’ for the year 2009-10 in the South Western Railway zone. The region comprises of Bangalore, Mysore and Hubli divisions.
MUMBAI: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Sheffield, UK, in a bid to develop the ‘Green Logistics’ concept in the country, a senior Sheffield University Professor said.
(5th from left) Mr V R Bhavsar, principal Sesa Technical School, Sanquelim, flanked by teachers and instructors. Behind are this year’s students.
PANAJI: Business has a responsibility to the community and the environment is Sesa Goa’s mantra and it certainly walks the talk when it comes to corporate social responsibility (CSR). This perseverance and contribution to the needy of the surrounding areas of its mines, is Sesa Goa’s hidden profile.
PANAJI: Foodland, located at Miramar has begun its mouth-melting Festival of biryanies and curries offering special menus and dishes exclusively for the festival starting from April 17 onwards.
PANAJI: As 3D technology captures the imaginations of movie viewers all over the world, Samsung introduces the BD-C6900 Blu-ray player that brings 3D full HD playback and immersive surround sound to the comfort of your home, said a press release.
PANAJI: Reliance Communications is close to signing an agreement with world’s second largest Apps Store company and US-based GetJar.
BY NANDKUMAR KAMAT
POLITICIANS in Goa entrench themselves only by disempowering the people. The next assembly elections in Goa would be fought on only one issue–decentralisation of power to the people. Candidates opposed to decentralisation would bite dust.
Neither the state government’s tourism establishment nor the captains of the industry have seriously engaged themselves to the challenge of getting upmarket tourists. Innovative ideas and projects only build on selling sun and sand which have been our old song.
A day after his statement that denial of benefits of development programmes is a key reason fuelling Maoism, the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Saturday suggested a prescription: empower the rural poor and marginalized sections through Panchayati Raj institutions.
Use of Old GMC Building
ON the issue of the use of the old GMC Building, the government should make public the report of the committee headed by Mr Vishnu Wagh so that Goa knows what was proposed.
India’s astounding tourism potential lags behind due to apathy and callousness while smaller neighbouring countries aggressively promote their limited attractions. Anju Munshi reports.
Subhadra Jalali, an ophthalmologist from Hyderabad found Kolkata’s Victoria Memorial enchanting but was inconvenienced for lack of restrooms. “The only one available for the tourists was outside the main gate and in the scorching heat it was a long walk.
By K R N Swamy
In 1913 Mr Victor Bayley was posted to the Railway Secretariat in Simla, as Assistant Secretary and spent the winter there. His house faced southwest and one little spur caught all the sun, making it wonderful in those winter days.
By Ambikanand Sahay
Mortals are known for their short memory. More so in this cricket-crazy nation where even a Sachin Tendulkar is, during one of his rare lean patches, advised by masses, media and self-styled experts to retire from the game once and for all unceremoniously.
By Prajal Sakhardande
Jivbadada Kerkar is a fascinating historical figure, not only in Goa history but Maratha history too. An eminent son of Goa, Jivbadada Kerkar has been immortalised in Maratha war history.
By Mário Cabral e Sá
Are Goa beaches safe? How safe? Safe from what? From whom? Open your favourite newspapers or the one you dislike the most: the stories are similar about beach happenings: Russian women raped, Russian child molested, Goan cabbie murdered by Russian bar owner.
By Tomazinho Cardozo
The future of man does not depend only on education but on the direction in which we take our education forward. In any illiterate society, the main concern of the authorities is to make the people literate.
By Dr Kasturi Desai
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is one very handy household item for different common ailments. An interesting drink to restore the digestive system is ginger juice, honey and limejuice.
By Thomas Pucci
As Bobby waited he looked at the beautiful flowers and even though he was a boy, he could see why mothers and girls liked flowers. The sound of the door closing as the last customer left jolted Bobby back to reality.
By Khushwant Singh
“I have been to dozens of book launches, but I have yet to see one on as grand a scale as this one,” said my daughter Mala Dayal as she came home from the launch of Fatima Bhutto’s ‘Songs of Blood and Sword’ (Penguin Viking).
By Hector Choksi
India’s British past stands imposing in some of its most splendid buildings. But today the country is erecting a tribute to its French connection to attract tourists.
What made you take up to compeering?
My father was in the Lions Club and their youth wing was called Leo. By chance or by design, I was called upon one day to compeer for an event of theirs.
By Kennedy D’Silva
Juan Antonio Samaranch Torelló, (July 17, 1920 – April 21, 2010) was the most popular Spanish sports official who served as the seventh President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from 1980 to 2001 and was later elected as IOC Honorary Life President in 2001.
By Dr Nandkumar Kamat
GSLV-D3 the geosynchronous satellite launch vehicle failed because of ISRO’s overconfidence in its quality control and validation programme. These are still to match the precise, demanding, global standards.
By Harsha Bhogle
A monk’s extraordinary patience can be a hindrance to desperate decision-making. The ability to bat for six hours can come in the way of playing a ten-ball explosive innings.
Unfazed by the all-round attack on him, Mr Lalit Modi on Saturday made it clear that he will not resign as Indian Premier League (IPL).
MUMBAI: Unfazed by the all-round attack on him, Mr Lalit Modi on Saturday made it clear that he will not resign as Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner and threatened to “expose some people” who tried to bring disrepute to the game.
Though tourism has become a mainstay of the state economy over the years, it has not been able to attract high-class and high spending foreign tourists.
PANAJI: Though tourism has become a mainstay of the state economy over the years, it has not been able to attract high-class and high spending foreign tourists mainly because its promotion has not been very effective as compared to Kerala, its main competitor in the international arena from the country.
PANAJI: Some of the members of the governing council of the Entertainment Society of Goa have taken serious objection to the step taken by the CEO of the ESG, Mr Manoj Srivastava, wherein he has sidelined the decision of the governing council to hold a Konkani Film Festival around April 24,
VASCO: The chartered passengers who have been stranded in the state due to the Icelandic volcanic ash are being inconvenienced due to the non-arrival of chartered flights.
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister, Mr Rehman Malik on Saturday asked India to provide access to Ajmal Amir Kasab, the lone terrorist arrested for the 2008 Mumbai attacks, to facilitate the trial in Pakistan of seven suspects charged with involvement in the terrorist carnage.
MAPUSA: A 39-year-old Nigerian national one Monday Felix Otedo was arrested early Saturday morning by the Calangute police for being in illegal possession of drugs including cocaine and MDMA worth around Rs 25 lakh.
NEW DELHI: The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Saturday said challenges posed by Maoists could be countered by empowering rural poor and marginalised sections through Panchayati Raj Institutions.
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PANAJI: According to the research carried out by the National Institute of Malaria Research (NIMR), Field Station Goa, Campal- Panaji, 9,755 cases of malaria were reported in 2007 and about 9,822 cases in 2008, while in the year 2009 there has been a drastic fall in the number of cases to 5,055.
The Governor, Dr S S Sindhu seen lighting a traditional lamp to mark the inauguration of 15th European Union Film Festival at Maquinez Palace on Saturday.
PANAJI: The 15th European Union Film Festival that is being hosted in Goa for the very first time was formally inaugurated on Saturday by the Governor, Dr S S Sidhu and Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat amidst the presence of 11 ambassadors of various European countries to India at the Maquinez Palace, Panaji.
The ill-fated passenger bus which fell on its side while negotiating a turn near Agnel Ashram, Verna on Saturday morning.
VASCO: As many as 26 persons including a 10-year-old girl from Sanvordem were injured when a Vasco-bound bus in which they were travelling fell on its side after the driver lost control over the bus while negotiating a turn at Matol junction near Fr Agnel Ashram Institute, Verna on Saturday around 7.45 a.m.
General Secretary of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Alex Soosay holds up a slip of paper carrying the name India during the final draw for the 2011 Asian Cup soccer tournament at the Aspire Dome in Doha on Friday. Asia’s top-ranked team Australia were pitted against fellow World Cup finalists South Korea for the AFC Asian Cup 2011, to be held in Qatar from January 7 to 29, 2011. (AFP)
NEW DELHI: India were handed the worst possible draw for the 2011 AFC Asian Cup finals as they were clubbed with Australia, South Korea and Bahrain in Group C at Doha, Qatar on Friday.
PANAJI: A fine all-round performance by man-of-the-match Varad Dabholkar (34 n.o. and 1-20) coupled with a quick-fire 25-ball 47 by Akshay Kamat enabled Borda RCC (under 17) to beat Margao RCC by 75 runs in the ShubhamNaik Memorial Trophy cricket match played at Agonda on Friday.
NEW DELHI: India football coach Bob Houghton conceded that his side has got a tough draw in the 2011 AFC Asian Cup final round but vowed to give their best in the continent’s showpiece event in Doha.
PANAJI: Dempo Sports Club U-18 goalkeeper, Ricardo Cardozo from Candolim, who has contributed this season to clinch the runners up place in the Goa Football Association U-18 league, has been selected by Tata Football Academy to undergo a long term training programme in football at the Tata Football Academy, Jamshedpur with effect from 2nd May onwards.
PANAJI: Don Bosco Oratory, Fatorda clinched the opening contest of St Anthony’s Super Soccer with a comprehensive 4-0 victory over Wilred Leisure Sports Club, Curtorim at the Directorate of Sports grounds, Colva on Saturday. They led 2-0 at halftime.
MAPUSA: Sao Minguel de Taleigao had to wait until the tie-breaker before booking their place into the semi-finals of Colormax Imperial Rolling Trophy soccer tournament, at Dr Gustavo Monteiro Stadium, Candolim on Saturday.
MAPUSA: In a well-organised function at Poriat grounds Calangute, the Football Legends under the presidentship of Bonney Sierro, Peter Carvalho, Cyriaco Dias, Diago Silveira of Calangute, came forward to conduct this meaning full event, where yesteryears’ players, who made the village of Calangute proud with their football skills, were felicitated.
PANAJI: The 22nd Goa state juniors & sub-juniors aquatic championships will be held at Fatorda swimming pool complex, Fatorda-Margao on 15th and 16th May from 8.30 am to 11 am & 3 pm to 7pm.
PANAJI: The coaching camp for the state junior national football team will be held at Nagoa Panchayat grounds from 26th April to 7th May.
PANAJI: Panjim Badminton Club in association with SAG will organise a badminton coaching camp for children aged 7 and above, in beginners, intermediate and advanced categories.
Film: The Bounty Hunter, Cast: Gerard Butler, Jennifer Anniston, Directed by: Andy Tennant, Duration: 110 minutes, Rating: * *
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Film: City of Gold, Cast: Seema Biswas, Sachin Khedekar, Directed by: Mahesh V Manjrekar, Duration: 140 mins, Rating: * * * 1 / 2
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PANAJI: A special show of ‘Shukratara Mandvara’, a musical programme presented by renowned Marathi singer, Arun Date, which is completing 50 years of performance, will be held at the Kala Academy Open Air Auditorium on April 30, at 7 p.m.
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The Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court, Justice Gyan Sudha Mishra, established an instant rapport with poor, semi-literate and tribal women from the remote villages of Jharkhand recently when she took a dispassionate look at social disparity.
PANJIM: Pioneer Western Dance Academy of Vasco, ‘Simply Ballroom’ organised a programme of music and dance ‘Remembering Michael Jackson’ on Thursday at the MPT Sayantara Auditorium, Sada, Vasco-Da-Gama, to a packed audience.
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Would you believe that a tiny match box could be used as a camera to click pictures? Yes, it is true, and it is called a pinhole camera - a camera without a lens. After digital photography the boom, there are now new avenues coming up in photography.
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BICHOLIM: The five-day long ‘zatra’ of Shri Lairai of Shirigaon, Bicholim - one of the main ‘zatra’ of Goa - concluded on April 23.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
Uzbek, Sushi and Mediterranean…food from that particular region. Yes, little is known about this colourful restaurant on the beach at Ashvem where the warmth of the couple running it, Roz and Joy embraces the guests.
The government on Friday said a probe by a parliamentary panel into the financial dealings of Indian Premier League (IPL).
NEW DELHI: The government on Friday said a probe by a parliamentary panel into the financial dealings of Indian Premier League (IPL) could be considered even as battle lines were drawn in the cricket administration ahead of a meeting on April 26.
NEW DELHI: A prominent news magazine has claimed that the Congress-led UPA government was tapping the telephone conversations of important political leaders, including Agriculture Minister Mr Sharad Pawar, Congress leader Mr Digvijay Singh, Bihar Chief Minister Mr Nitish Kumar and CPI-M leader Mr Prakash Karat.
Sand is being excavated from the water front and spread on the Candolim shore and levelled with the help of an excavator, in an effort to restore the beach. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: In an attempt to prevent further erosion of the Candolim beach and help restore it, the Water Resources Department of the Goa government has begun laying geo-textile tubes as barricades to prevent waves from directly hitting the shore.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat on Friday said that the Goan ore export seems to be minimally impacted by China’s ban on the ore having below 60 per cent FE content.
PANAJI: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat on Friday said that the Goan ore export seems to be minimally impacted by China’s ban on the ore having below 60 per cent FE content.
PANAJI: Accepting the demand of the state government and the general public as regards to saving the houses, tenements of the traditional fishermen and others, the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests has made some Goa-specific provisions to the Coastal Regulation Zone notification, in its pre-draft to the proposed amendments.
WASHINGTON: A whopping 782 million Indians will be living on less than two dollars a day by 2015, a joint report by the World Bank and International Monetary Fund said here on Friday.
PANAJI: The administration of the Corporation of the City of Panaji is presently unable to resolve the matter as to whether the St Inez nullah is really a nullah or a creek
PANAJI: The report presented to the governing council of the Entertainment Society of Goa on August 23, 2008 by a sub-committee constituted to decide on the adaptive reuse of the old Goa Medical College building
Foreign recruits from Salgaocar and Air-India have a crack at the ball during their I-League clash at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Friday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Relegation-threatened Salgoacar SC conceded an injury-time equaliser to share honours with Air-India in a highly insipid I-League match at Nehru stadium, Fatorda, which ended in a 1-1 draw on Friday.
MAPUSA: Musli Power Churchill Brothers (jrs), went down tamely 1-3 to Sporting Clube de Goa (jrs), in the 1st Division GFA U-20 Taca Goa Football League, played at Duler grounds here on Friday.
MAPUSA: Calangute Association Sports Club struggled to overpower Saligao Sporting Club 4-2 win via tie-breaker, to enter the semi-finals of Colormax-Imperial Rolling Trophy at Dr Gustavo Monteiro Stadium, Candolim, here on Friday.
PANAJI: Former Goa Football Association vice-president, Mr Tony Remedious isn’t convinced over the inordinate delay by the authorities concerned in transferring the additional land adjacent to Duler stadium, Mapusa
MAPUSA: Sporting Club Davorlim were simply too good for their opponents St Sebastian SC Fatorda, as they thrashed them 3-0 to book their place in the finals of 24th Late Jaidev Gopal Kanekar memorial soccer, organized by Eagles Sports Club, at Sanquelim grounds here on Friday.
PANAJI: Jawahar Club scored a 7-3 win over Merces Club in the Coca-Cola Celebration Cup on Friday. Devraj (5), Swapnil Usgaonkar and Manjit Singh scored for Jawahar while Joe, Joyfal and Shaw were on target for Merces.
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Celebrating the annual day of the faculty of music and dance of Kala Academy recently, the chief guest on the occasion Ms Vijayadevi Rane honoured the successful students of the three year course with certificates at various stages of dance, vocal and instrumentalist.
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Kala Academy, Panaji is hosting a musical programme on April 24 at 4 p.m. to pay homage to Nirmala Pai Kakode–the eminent harmonium player.
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Treating patients who are unable to express their pain in human language is tough for the veterinarians. The job requires immense patience, understanding and, most importantly, a love for animals.
PANAJI: The Chapel of Our Lady of Merces, situated in Vaddem, Vasco da Gama, built in 1732, which is one of the oldest chapel in Mormugao, has now been renovated and extended.
‘Vaskuchim Lharam’ a Konkani audio CD album produced by Rev Fr Jose Antonio Da Costa, parish priest of St Andrew’s Church-Vasco will be released at the hands of Mr Tomazinho Cardozo, president, Tiatr Academy of Goa, on April 25, at 10.30 a.m. at the church hall.
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Two books were recently released at the hands of the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat–the first titled ‘Tolstoy’ written by prestigious Jnanpith recipient, Mr Ravidra Kelekar and the other written on Ravindrabab Kelekar by Mr Dilip Borkar which is translated in English by Dr Kiran Budkuley titled ‘Shreyarthee’ (Devotee of the Desirable).
PANAJI: In tune with its CSR philosophy and commitment to the development of agriculture, Sesa Goa provided agricultural aid that includes a tractor and a fibre boat to Amona Panlot Sangh (APS) recently.
MARGAO: The Kenilworth Beach Resort & Spa, Utorda, Salcete has organized the Sunday Pizza Brunch on Sunday 25th April 2010. A wide variety of delicious pizzas will be on offer, with various toppings and preparations.
PANJIM: The Goa Marriott Resort, as part of its environment awareness month held every year in April, held exciting activities to reaffirm its support to nature. Caritas, the orphanage at Tivim is greener this year as Marriott associates and the children of Caritas undertook a tree plantation on April 15.
PANAJI: As 3D technology captures the imaginations of movie viewers all over the world, Samsung introduces the BD-C6900 Blu-ray player that brings 3D full HD playback and immersive surround sound to the comfort of your home, said a press release.
NEW DELHI: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) Friday approved Rs.632 crore for the National Horticulture Board to implement its existing schemes and promote 25,000 integrated commercial horticulture projects in the 11th plan period ending 2012.
NEW DELHI: The government Friday approved Rs.15,000 crore ($3.34 billion) as capital infusion for public sector banks for the current fiscal and said further assistance for the next fiscal would be decided later in consultation with the banks.
MUMBAI: The Bombay Stock Exchange benchmark Sensex extended gains for the fourth straight day today rising by 120 poi nts on expectations of better quarterly earnings, especially by market leader RIL, and firming gloabl cues.
MUMBAI: Platinum prices are likely to remain high in 2010, while the global demand may rise by just five per cent due to rise in investments and improved economic outlook, a GFMS report said.
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SO Mr Sashi Tharoor has gone at last, or rather he has been forced to go. During the earlier eight days when the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh was busy overseas, the young, eloquent and brash Minister of State for External Affairs was brazenly defending his highly questionable actions.
THE IPL scam has placed a question to the UPA: how far they can let ‘laissez faire’ go? Entities of the IPL have been minting tens of millions without paying any taxes and without reporting to anybody for the past three years.
THE government has accepted the recommendations of the five-member committee headed by the former education department official, Mr Dnyaneshwar Pednekar about the new uniform fee structure and also plans to notify this later this month for implementation from the academic year 2010-11.
Special Status for Goa
I FULLY agree with the recent statement made by Remo Fernandes that our corrupt politicians are the main obstacle to Goa obtaining special status.
With this zany sweet and sour sauce chef Manjit of Holiday Inn has created a chicken delicacy that will have many ‘foodies’ pining for more. To keep the fruity balance, besides pineapple, he has added our very own local favourite…sweet potatoes.
The war in the Cricket Board intensified on Thursday with Mr Lalit Modi planning to move court against the Governing Council meeting that may oust him from the post of IPL commissioner even as BCCI accused him of hiding details of stakeholding by his relatives in franchises.
MUMBAI: The war in the Cricket Board intensified on Thursday with Mr Lalit Modi planning to move court against the Governing Council meeting that may oust him from the post of IPL commissioner even as BCCI accused him of hiding details of stakeholding by his relatives in franchises.
Tax officials who conducted search operations at the offices of the Bengal Cricket Association and Shah Rukh Khan’s Kolkata Knight Riders
KOLKATA/LUCKNOW/NEW DELHI: Tax officials who conducted search operations at the offices of the Bengal Cricket Association and Shah Rukh Khan’s Kolkata Knight Riders till the early hours of Thursday here claimed to have found “incriminating evidence” of irregularities.
PANAJI: The Delhi-based developer, Fargo Estate Ltd Thursday evening gave a presentation to a sub-committee appointed by the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat as regards setting up of a film school in the old Goa Medical College heritage edifice,
PANAJI: The establishment section of the directorate of technical education has issued an order as regards streamlining the maintenance of reservation roster by various institutes and corporations under its administrative control.
PANAJI: In the past three to four days charter passengers who have purchased air tickets of other airlines to fly out of Goa are in for a rude shock as the Goa immigration is not allowing them to board other airlines.
PANAJI: With the state government entering into an agreement with the Unique Identity Authority of India (UIDAI) on Thursday, Goa would become the first state in the country to be fully covered under the project and its citizens given ID cards.
PANAJI: As a step towards implementing the provisions of the State Sports Policy 2009 related to the sports merit marks, the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHS) has issued a circular to all recognised secondary and higher secondary schools,
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat, Speaker, Mr Pratapsing Rane, Health Minister, Mr Vishwajit Rane, vice-chairman of GSIDC, Mr Francisco Silveira, ex-MLA, Mr Ashok Porob, VMC chairperson, Ms Gulzar Bi Khan, VMC deputy chairperson, Mr Umesh Gulelkar, councillor, Mr Ramdas Shirodker and Mr Faiyaz Beig seen during the inauguration of Velus bridge at Valpoi. (Abdulla Khan)
VALPOI: The UPA government is focusing on the development of villages and my government is following in its footsteps, said the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat after inaugurating the Velus bridge at Valpoi.
Ponda police personnel seen with the four persons arrested in connection with the Marcel temple theft. (Roque Dias)
PONDA: In a major breakthrough, the Ponda police on Thursday arrested four persons –including the receiver of the stolen booty, allegedly involved in the last year’s Marcel-based temple burglary and recovered the part of the booty worth around Rs 1.5 lakh.
Sporting Clube de Goa’s goalkeeper Felix D’Souza counters Dempo’s Ranty Martins during their I-League clash at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Thursday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Brazilian playmaker Beto netted a splendid brace that not only enabled Dempo Sports Club to record a come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Sporting Clube de Goa but also virtually put the Goans firmly in the driving seat in the race for the title.
MARGAO: Relegation threatened Salgaocar Sports Club and Air-India clash in a vital encounter of the I-League at Nehru stadium, Fatorda, on Friday, which could have a major bearing on the survival of both the teams amongst the elite of Indian football.
PANAJI: Star footballers of yesteryears from Calangute will be honoured by the Football Legends at a felicitation function on April 24 at Poriat grounds, Calangute at 4pm.
MAPUSA: Goa Velha put up a brave fight but had to be content with just a point after their 1-1 draw against ten-man Sesa Football Academy, in the 1st Division GFA U-20 Taca Goa Football league match at Duler grounds here on Thursday.
LONDON: Manchester United have been ranked football’s most valuable team by Forbes magazine for the sixth straight year as a group of investors and fans try to buy the heavily indebted club.
PANAJI: The Goa Tourism Development Corporation Ltd has been officially declared as the winner in the category of Best State Tourism Board of the Year in the Class of Travel & Tourism Awards, on the sidelines of the Travel and Tourism summit, which was held April 21 at a glittering function in the Taj Lands End Mumbai.
MUMBAI: Extending the gains for the third day in a row, the benchmark Sensex today rallied by over 100 points on aggressive buying in blue-chip stocks Reliance Industries and State Bank of India.
WASHINGTON: China with 113 members and India with 56 members gained the most ground in breaking into the exclusive club of “The Forbes Global 2000” - “the biggest, most powerful listed companies in the world”.
By Tensing Rodrigues
On Tuesday we were trying to understand the art of investment planning over the four ashramas - brahmacharya, grihasthar, vanaprasthar and sannyasa. We said investment planning in grihasthar is the most critical and difficult.
MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India today issued the final guidelines to enable securitisation companies (SCs) and reconstruction companies (RCs) to change or takeover the management of the business of the borrower in order to realise their dues.
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POLITICAL stargazing is always a risky job in India. But one can safely make a few predictions about the government’s economic initiatives in the next few weeks. Let the budget session end, and there will be a high-pitch build-up in favour of total deregulation and liberalisation of the financial sector to allow foreign participation and for removal of FDI cap in infrastructure.
The Bharatiya Janata Party president, Mr Nitin Gadkari on Thursday apologised to the people of Delhi for the inconvenience caused to them due to traffic disruptions during the party’s rally against price rise a day ago.
IT is a matter of shame that despite having the police headquarters of Goa police which is not tired of boasting of its professional approach and attitude, Panaji city has turned into heaven for thieves.
Uniting the Religious
THIS is in reference to the letters written by Mr A F Nazareth and Mr Sebastian D’Souza on ‘Pagan practices in the Church’ (NT, April 21). The zatra of Goddess Lairai and the Milagres Feast of Mapusa fall on the same day–as both are supposed to be sisters.
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The Dalgado Konknni Akademi in collaboration with the Tiatr Academy of Goa will organise a special function on April 24 at 5 p.m. at the Conference Hall of the Tiatr Academy Goa, Campal Trade Centre, Panaji to commemorate the screening of the first Konkani film ‘Mogacho Anvddo’ on April 24, 1950 in Mumbai.
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PANAJI: Altogether 22 out of 26 European countries will be screening 24 films at the 15th European Union Film Festival that will open at the Maquinez Palace auditorium, Campal, on April 24.
By Marc de Souza
Did you ever hear of anyone who had a collection of light bulbs? Well, our son had one when he was about eight-years-old. It was just one of his many bright ideas.
By Kinjal Dagli-Shah
A virtual game of pastoral pursuits has caught the imagination of an entire generation of urban youth, especially women. Called Farmville, this online application powered through Facebook gives a user her own piece of land to tend to.
Quite simply, you plant seeds, harvest crops of fruits and vegetables and sell them for online coins. But for Ruchira Suri, it's a matter of life and droop.
‘Kuttumb’
Kuttumb the new tiatr from SB Arts, written and directed by John D’Silva tells the story of a family destroyed due by alcohol addiction. What begins with a glass of beer ends with drunkenness and at times total loss of sensibility.
By Naguesh Rao Sardessai
Gallery Gitanjali presents 'Spanish Eyes', an exhibition of paintings created by Spanish artist Matildalamora.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
‘Boy! You sound just like a school marm,’ hubby dear commented when I lectured him on the perils of overindulgence, ‘you go yakitty-yak-yak, once the ‘kida’ is in your brain…’ Luckily the rest of the sentence was left incomplete otherwise it would be his brains that would get the benefit of a ‘real kida.’
In a nationwide raid, Income Tax sleuths on Wednesday swooped down on the offices of IPL franchisees Kolkata Knight Riders.
NEW DELHI: In a nationwide raid, Income Tax sleuths on Wednesday swooped down on the offices of IPL franchisees Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, Deccan Chargers and Kings XI and also on companies handling the broadcast rights of the cash-rich cricket League.
MUMBAI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has registered a case against the cash-awash Indian Premier League (IPL) under Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) to inquire into unauthorised transfer of foreign funds, ED sources said on Wednesday.
A defiant Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner, Mr Lalit Modi on Wednesday made it clear that he will not attend the April 26.
NEW DELHI: A defiant Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner, Mr Lalit Modi on Wednesday made it clear that he will not attend the April 26 IPL Governing Council meeting convened apparently to decide his fate, saying he considers it “unauthorised” and threatened to disclose the stake-holding pattern of the teams in the league.
NEW DELHI: The US embassy on Wednesday warned of possible terror attacks in popular Delhi markets like Chandni Chowk and Connaught Place and asked its citizens to be “maintain high level of vigilance.”
PANAJI: The downslide of the Goa University, which saw the university being recently accorded B Grade by the National Assessment Accreditation Council, has been seriously viewed by the government, and an explanation sought from the GU in this respect.
PANAJI: The Town and Country Planning secretary, Mr Rajiv Yaduvanshi on Wednesday reassured people that the Regional Plan 2021 would be completed within six months after taking all aspects into consideration even as he agreed to look into the demands placed by various village groups.
PANAJI: The state’s capital city has been a witness to around 20 theft incidents that have been reported at the Panaji police station between the period from March 1, 2010 to April 7, 2010.
PANAJI: Ashish Shirodkar has once again approached the High Court of Bombay at Goa, for bail in the alleged connection of the police officials with Ataule, in the drugs Youtube clipping case.
MAPUSA: The Mapusa market, which was systematically planned and constructed by the Portuguese, is today lying neglected. While on one hand the infrastructure is lacking in Mapusa, little facilities existing are also not maintained properly.
PANAJI: Since last Friday an estimated 5,000 tourists have cancelled their flight tickets to Goa as a result of the volcanic eruptions in the Iceland.
PANAJI: Observing that the National Institute of Oceanography is expected to become a custodian of flora and fauna of the aquatic world spread around the country, and the institute could undertake this task in the form of a core programme,
A woman is checking out dry tamarind at the Mapusa weekly market. Tamarind is usually stocked up before the beginning of the monsoon season. (Nandesh Kambli)
MARGAO: An exciting tussle is in the offing as league leaders Dempo Sports Club take on Sporting Clube de Goa in what could be an exhilarating I-League match at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Wednesday at 4 pm.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digamber Kamat kicks the football to declare open the Coca-Cola Celebration Cup at St Cruz grounds on Wednesday. Mr Joyonto Chaudhary, GM Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt Ltd Goa, Mr Anand Singh, Director Marketing Coca-Cola India, Ms Victoria Fernandes, St Cruz MLA, Mr Ramkrishna Dhavlikar, Transport Minister, Mr Bruno Coutinho, Arjuna awardee, Mr Savio Messias, GFA secretary and Mr Victor Gonsalves, ex-MLA St Cruz are also seen. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: Adding to the fervour of the FIFA World Cup 2010, Coca-Cola India today announced its partnership with Goa Football Association (GFA) to organise ‘The Coca-Cola Celebration Cup’, a grassroot level championship, to discover young promising football talent in Goa.
Players of Carmona SC and Davorlim SC vie for the ball in the Alvernaz & Lalush Alemao soccer tie at Varca grounds, on Wednesday.
PANAJI: Davorlim Sporting Club beat fancied Carmona SC 1-0 in all Goa 3rd Alvernaz & Lalush Alemao memorial football tournament, organised by Churchill Brothers SC, Varca at Varca grounds.
MARGAO: Prime Sports Club will conduct the Salgaocar memorial veterans soccer tournament at Nagoa panchayat grounds from Saturday.
The tournament now in its tenth edition has become popular as it is being organised at different venues each year.
PANAJI: The U-19 football tournament for 3rd ONGC I-League teams will kick off from May 7 at Goa, Phagwara (Punjab) and Kolkata.
Inter Milan defender Maicon scores against Barcelona in the first leg semi-final at San Siro stadium in Milan on Tuesday night. (AFP)
MILAN: Tireless Inter Milan produced a rip-roaring home performance to overpower Barcelona 3-1 and leave the holders in real trouble after a thrilling Champions League semi-final, first leg on Tuesday.
KOLKATA: Mahindra United’s woes continued as their race for title received a fresh jolt on Wednesday following a 1-3 defeat to Mohun Bagan, who are looking for top three finish in the ONGC I-League.
PANAJI: Ever since the news of the ban of imports of iron ore below 60 per cent Fe content, high grade iron ore spot prices from India have risen to $190 and $195 per tonne, as a result Goa’s traditional miners,
PANAJI: Under the National Maritime Development Programme, a total of 12 projects have been envisaged for Mormugao Port at a cost of Rs 808 crore, the Union Minister of Shipping informed Mr Shantaram Naik in the Rajya sabha on Tuesday.
NEW DELHI: The Reserve Bank on Wednesday said it is vigilant to the possibility of overheating in the economy and will do everything to prevent such an occurrence.
NEW DELHI: Air traffic between India and Europe on Wednesday resumed after a week of disruption caused by volcanic ashes, with Air India and Jet Airways operating flights in both directions to fly home stranded passengers.
PANAJI: Reliance Communications has started a new service offering children’s stories on its voice portal.
MUMBAI: Doctor Eye Institute based in Andheri, Mumbai, a state-of-the-art eye care centre, has introduced a unique LASIK (laser) technology for the first time in Asia - PresbyMAX® Software to remove dependence on glasses after the age of 40.
By Tensing Rodrigues
I have been reading these days a lot about SEBI order banning sales of ULIPs by some insurance companies. Does that not go to prove that there is a lot hanky panky in ULIPs? Ramesh Desai. [Continued from yesterday]
BY KULDIP NAYAR
THERE was a document, called Charter of Democracy, which the presidents of Pakistan People’s Party and the Muslim League signed at London on May 14, 2006. Both of them, the late Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif
LET us hope the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh meant it when he said that the administration should not overlook the fact that many areas in which extremism flourishes are under-developed and many of the people, mainly poor tribals who live in these areas have been denied the benefits of our ambitious developmental programmes.
THE state directorate of panchayats has submitted a proposal to the government to amend section 3 of the panchayati raj act to facilitate the demarcation of boundaries of the panchayats.
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I FULLY support the Diocesan Bishop of Vasai, Archbishop Felix Machado, who along with Rev Fr Francis de Britto’s Harit Vasai Andolan has joined the residents of 53 villages to protest against the builder sharks attacking the Vasai-Virar belt in Maharashtra.
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Konkani singer Bab Andrew D’ Souza in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa will stage a musical programme in different parts of Goa. The musical programme entitled ‘Padmashree M Boyer hanchea kantarancho ugddas’ will be staged on April 22 at 7:30 p.m.
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For the past 40 years, April 22 is celebrated as ‘Earth Day.’ It is a day that focuses on the grave issues that hamper our fragile ecosystem. This should not just be for a day where we discuss issues and forget about it the next day; rather it can be a day to initiate actions that will look at a future towards sustainable development.
By Pamela Philipose
The ministry of Women and Child Development recently presented a report entitled, 'Gendering Human Development Indices: Recasting the Gender Development Index and Gender Empowerment Measure for Index', which said that the Gender Empowerment Measure (GEM) for India that was 0.416 in 1996 had increased to 0.497 in 2006
By Amita Quenim
Slogans in protest of smoking inform you that “smoking is injurious to health” and also “smoking is injurious to our health.”
By Hector Choksi
Stripes are back and blazing this season. Geo-forms have always been honoured but never like this before. Stripes of varied thickness when juxtaposed at angles create interesting solutions for different body types.
BY NAGUESH RAO SARDESSAI
An exhibition of paintings by the young and fresh graduates of art always evokes a special and curious interest. The show titled 'Group de Cinque' is no exception.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
Goa is known for its music, culture and food, and we found a place that showcases to the tourists just that - 21 Cocos, the brainchild of Mike Braganza. He along with his wife Rachel has a buzzing place at Candolim, the lane just after Axis Bank. It was Sunday night and music permeated the air.
Beleaguered Mr Lalit Modi appears to have lost the backing of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) heavyweight Mr Sharad Pawar and may be out as the Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner when the Governing Council meets in Mumbai on April 26.
NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: Beleaguered Mr Lalit Modi appears to have lost the backing of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) heavyweight Mr Sharad Pawar and may be out as the Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner when the Governing Council meets in Mumbai on April 26.
Declaring that he had done “nothing improper or unethical,” Mr Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday said he quit the Union council of ministers to avoid embarrassment to the government in view of the ongoing IPL controversy.
NEW DELHI: Declaring that he had done “nothing improper or unethical,” Mr Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday said he quit the Union council of ministers to avoid embarrassment to the government in view of the ongoing IPL controversy and wanted charges against him to be “thoroughly investigated.”
BY JOAO SOUSA M | NT
PANAJI: In an attempt to settle boundary disputes between various panchayats, the directorate of panchayats has submitted a proposal to the government to amend Section 3 of the Panchayati Raj Act to facilitate demarcation of boundaries.
MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday hiked key short term rates and banks’ cash reserve requirement by 25 basis points each to rein in inflation, but lenders said interest rates on commercial and personal loans will not go up immediately.
PANAJI: The government, later this month will issue a notification to all unaided private schools in Goa as regards the new uniform fee structure to be implemented by them from the academic year 2010-11.
Recipients of Yuva Srujan Puraskar, Dr Prakash Vazrikar (literature), Ms Sumedha Desai (music), Mr Lawry Travasso (music), Mr Devidas Amonkar (drama), Ms Rosy Alvares (tiatr), Mr Laxmikant Shetgaonkar (film), Mr Vasudev Divkar (fine art), Ms Shalini Gaude (handicraft) seen with the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat, director Art and Culture, Mr Prasad Lolyekar and vice-president of State Cultural Development Committee, Mr Sridhar Kamat Bambolkar on Tuesday. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat on Tuesday said that Goa will soon have the regional centre of the prestigious Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR).
PANAJI: The late surge in the arrival of tourists, both domestic as well as foreign, in the state has given the tourism industry a reason to smile and the number of tourists arriving in Goa is likely to match the figures of the previous year.
NEW DELHI: With lakhs of stolen and lost vehicles worth crores of rupees being reduced to junk at police stations, the Supreme Court has directed all states and Union territories to ensure they are expeditiously returned to the owners and insurers.
MAPUSA: The new house tax on the existing houses in the jurisdiction of the Mapusa Municipality has come into force from this financial year.
PONDA: Seven out of 13 Ponda councillors along with a junior engineer of the municipality will visit the waste treatment plant at Oklam, some 15 km from Delhi city on April 23, “to study the plant.’’
UC Nerul captain receiving the Calangute Panchayat Cup at Poriat grounds after a 4-3 tie-breaker victory over Navelim Sporting Club.
MAPUSA: Custodian Pawan Pednekar’s heroics right from the kick off, till the final shot of the tie breaker, enabled United Club Nerul to register an impressive 4-3 win over Navelim Sporting Club to lift the glittering Calangute Panchayat Cup, organised by Calangute Association, at Poriat grounds here on Sunday.
PANAJI: The 7th all India open scrabble tournament will be organised by Scrabble Association of Goa on April 24 and 25 at P C College hall, Agnel Technical Complex, Verna. Attractive cash prizes in excess of Rs 35,000 and other spot prizes will be awarded.
Da Cruz players receiving the Lawrenco Cup and cash prize from Victoria Fernandes, MLA at Merces Moloca courts.
PANAJI: Da Cruz Mala defeated Odxel Sports Club Taliegao 25-27, 26-24, 25-27, 25-22 and 15-13 in the finals of 2nd All Goa Lawrence D’Costa memorial volleyball tournament, organised by Stars of Moloca held at Merces Moloca courts on Sunday.
PANAJI: The SAG executive director Mr V M Prabhudesai felicitated top chess players of the state at the conclusion of the state chess championships at Mira Mar.
PANAJI: Renuka Fitness Point in association with Goa State Bodybuilding Association will organise the 3rd state bodybuilding championships on April 24 at Vandevi hall from 6.30 pm.
MAPUSA: Holders Adarsh Yuvak Sangh Saligao advanced into the quarter-finals of Colormax-Imperial Rolling trophy with a hard fought 1-0 win over St Anthony’s Sports Club, Colva at Dr Gustavo Monteiro stadium, Candolim on Tuesday.
MAPUSA: Nerul Sports Club ousted Wilred Leisure, Curtorim 2-1 to enter the semi-finals of 24th Late Jaidev Gopal Kanekar memorial soccer, organised by Eagles Sports Club, Sanquelim, at Sanquelim grounds on Tuesday.
PANAJI: Ashford Gonsalves won the first place in the Treasure Hunt, organized by Margao Cricket Club in association with Seasons Fresh, Premium Basmati Rice.
NEW DELHI: Industry lobbies on Tuesday hailed the Reserve Bank of India’s move to tame inflation by hiking policy rates by 25 basis points.
NEW DELHI: Within hours of going on indefinite strike, the employee unions of BSNL on Tuesday called off the protest after the government assured that the issue of disinvestment in the telecom PSU will be referred to a Group of Ministers.
MUMBAI: India’s real estate index rallied 3 per cent on Tuesday after the Reserve Bank’s decision to hike key interest rates along expected lines, though the industry termed it neutral.
MUMBAI: Snapping a five-day falling streak, the Bombay Stock Exchange benchmark Sensex on Tuesday gained 60 points as funds picked up fundamentally strong stocks after less-than-expected rate hike by the Reserve Bank of India.
PANAJI: Goa’s planned tourism infrastructure projects have kicked off with the construction of the pathway starting from the present existing parking area to the Santa Monica Jetty.
MAPUSA: Mango crop it appears is quite bad this year with hardly any mangoes seen in Mapusa market. Although it is already past mid April the mango crop is still quite poor.
MUMBAI: Talwalkars Better Value Fitness Ltd, one of the largest fitness chain in India, will enter the Indian capital markets with its initial public offering of 6,050,000 equity shares of Rs 10 each for cash at a price to be decided through a 100 per cent book-building process.
PANAJI: Topchalks in association with Engineers Learning Institute, Miramar has launched its innovative educational products in Panaji.
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I have been reading these days a lot about SEBI order banning sales of ULIPs by some insurance companies. Does that not go to prove that there is a lot hanky panky in ULIPs? — Ramesh Desai
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FOR much of history, the world’s peoples lived under despotic rulers. The monarch’s will is all that mattered–there was no rule of law. Political rights developed only in the last century. Soldiers would round up suspects; judges loyal to the monarch would try them. Until the Modern Age, the armed services and the police were one.
THE United Nations investigation report on slain former Pakistani Premier Benazir Bhutto has not precisely identified her killer; instead it has blamed the former military regime for failing to protect her and called for a thorough investigation.
IT is a matter of shame that one of the canteens of the Goa Medical College has been employing child labourers notwithstanding the fact that the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act 1986 strictly prohibits this system.
Pagan Practices in the Church-I
I FULLY endorse the views expressed by Mr Bosco Vaz in his letter ‘Paganism in the Church’ (NT, April 20). Idolatry and pagan practices, such as the pouring of oil over the statue of Mother Mary have been flourishing in the Catholic Church as well as in the hundreds of Marian shrines in India and abroad.
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Ever had a dream of making it big in the fashion or film industry but didn’t have a chance? Have you ever wanted ‘to stand out from the crowd?’ In today’s time it takes much more than a pretty face. A pleasant personality, a stunning body, knowing just the right thing to say, the right way to walk, the confidence, the style – u need it all.
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Vivekanand Environment Awareness Brigade, Keri Sattari, under the “Science for Sanitation” project conducted street plays in various parts of Goa, in association with State Council for Science and Technology Goa and event supported by Department of Science and Technology, New Delhi.
By Tripti Nath
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Indian metropolitan cities. As many as 900,000 fresh cases are reported every year. Of these, 100,000 are of breast cancer. The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi gets 15,000 new cancer cases every year.
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Dr Maria Aurora Couto, writer and Padma Shree recipient believes that if religious teachings remain static then they lose their relevance to mankind. Thus they need to be studied, she noted.
Rádio e Televisão de Portugal (RTPi), the popular Portuguese channel aired the 50th episode of their documentary show ‘Contacto Goa’ on April 13 and 14.
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Allowing your child to develop a skill such as photography, painting and portrait making from a young age gives immense joy to a child who will now be able to enhance his chances in the world to express him/herself.
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With the price of mangoes getting dearer by the day, a lavish spread of dishes made from mango would certainly be wishful thinking. But the wait might just be over as the Mango Mania- Return of the King festival at Cidade de Goa is back.
After securing the resignation of Mr Shashi Tharoor, the government on Monday said the entire...
NEW DELHI: After securing the resignation of Mr Shashi Tharoor, the government on Monday said the entire Indian Premier League (IPL) will be under scrutiny, including its funding and vowed not to spare any ‘wrong-doer,’ even as IPL’s top boss Mr Lalit Modi came under the scanner of Income Tax authorities.
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NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League Commissioner, Mr Lalit Modi’s days appear to be numbered as the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) top brass has more or less made up its mind to remove the high-flying administrator who has triggered a political storm and brought the BCCI under the Income Tax scanner.
PANAJI: The committee set up to examine the bids of various companies who had submitted their bids to cut and remove the ill-fated vessel M V River Princess on Monday witnessed the presentations of the seven companies that have qualified in the tender process.
PANAJI: The proposed Rs 97 crore project of the Corporation of the City of Panaji pertaining to the construction of its plush headquarters on public private partnership basis at the site of its existing HQ, as also reconstruction of the single floored building along the 18th June Road presently leased out to various commercial establishments, has gone into cold storage.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday upheld the life sentence given to Manu Sharma, son of senior Congress leader Mr Venod Sharma, for killing model Jessica Lall 11 years ago, saying his guilt has been proved beyond reasonable doubt.
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PANAJI: Some 1,500 air passengers to Europe, and still counting, are stranded in Goa as flights to and from Europe have been grounded due to a cloud of volcanic ash spewing out from an Icelandic volcano affecting European flights.
A state-of-the-art exhibition on diabetes was inaugurated by the Minister for Revenue and Civil Supplies, Mr Jose Philip D’Souza.
PANAJI: A state-of-the-art exhibition on diabetes was inaugurated by the Minister for Revenue and Civil Supplies, Mr Jose Philip D’Souza, on April in Vasco.
MAPUSA: Villagers of Dammedem ward in Tivim are up in arms against the international cricket stadium which is likely to come up in this ward over an area of 1.30 lakh sq metres.
PANAJI: The department of social welfare is still in the process of formulating new welfare schemes for senior citizens even as the state government has made budgetary provisions of Rs 1 crore for the same.
MAPUSA: Calangute gram sabha held on Sunday witnessed noisy scenes over the issue of massage parlours. Villagers decried the manner in which massage parlours were being permitted in the village inspite of opposition
from locals.
PANAJI: The Coca-Cola Celebration Cup, a one-of-a kind under-16 inter-village tournament, which will see a participation of 48 village teams from Goa, will kick-off on April 21 at St Cruz football grounds at 3.15pm.
Myron Fernandes (L), the recipient of the Gary Linekar award, being seen off at the airport by GFA secretary, Mr Savio Messias.
PANAJI: Myron Fernandes, the recipient of the Gary Linekar award left for Leicester City, UK on Friday morning for a short training stint
in England.
MAPUSA: Dempo Juniors Sports Club hammered title contenders Sesa Football Academy 3-1 in the 1st Division GFA Taca Goa U-20 League, played at Duler grounds, here on Monday.
PANAJI: Former Vasco Sports Club manager Luma Kamat has joined Faria Strikers, the newly promoted team to next season’s Goa Professional League, as their new manager.
MAPUSA: Candolim Sports Club managed to squeeze past Saligao United Sports Club 8-7 via sudden death to advance into the quarters of Colormax- Imperial Rolling Trophy at Dr Gustavo Monteiro Stadium, Candolim, here on Monday.
Mumbai’s stand-in captain Dwayne Bravo is stumped by Wriddhiman Saha.
KOLKATA: Kolkata Knight Riders ended their IPL campaign on a high note, beating table-toppers Mumbai Indians by a convincing nine-wicket margin in the dead rubber at Eden Gardens here Monday night.
NEW DELHI: The clinical bowling performance against Delhi Daredevils notwithstanding, Deccan Chargers all-rounder Ryan Harris feels his side’s bowlers have to be more consistent if they want to defend their IPL title.
SYDNEY: Australian Cricketers’ Association chief executive Paul Marsh says it’s unfair for players to be blacklisted by the Indian Premier League (IPL) if they quit the tournament over security fears.
MUMBAI: Despite concerns about protectionism as a response to the global crisis, the recovery in world trade projected for 2010 would improve the export prospects for India, the Reserve Bank said.
MUMBAI: A key Indian equities index Monday joined its poorly performing Asian peers and was ruling 1.51 percent lower from the previous close.
NEW DELHI: Corporate Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid Monday ruled out suo-motu action by his ministry to probe alleged violations by the Indian Premier League (IPL) and its franchises and said it was for the regulators to take a call and ask for any action.
NEW DELHI: Indian carriers Air India, Jet Airways and Kingfisher Airlines will now fly to the US and Canada taking the polar route, an official said Monday.
India’s second largest car manufacturer Hyundai Motor India plans to expand its distribution network and also launch a new small car and a sports utility vehicle (SUV) Santa Fe this year.
CHENNAI: In order to take on new competition, India’s second largest car manufacturer Hyundai Motor India plans to expand its distribution network and also launch a new small car and a sports utility vehicle (SUV) Santa Fe this year.
PANAJI: Sesa Goa Limited announced April 19 its audited consolidated results for the fourth quarter and full year ended (“FY2010”) 31 March 2010. For the year ended March 31, 2010 the company reported Rs5,803.05 crores in net sales against Rs4925.70 crores in the corresponding period of 2009.
NEW DELHI: CDs-DVDs, iPods and Blu-ray discs - music lovers are queueing for new formats to enjoy their favourite songs and compositions. But all this new technology has taken its toll on cassettes, which are fast going the way of LPs.
Last week I received a mail with a photo of an old man. The following text was superscribed on the photo: “First I was dying to finish my school and start college; then I was dying to finish college and start working;
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OCCASIONALLY, very occasionally, the military mind here hits upon a good idea. The offer to supply nuclear fuel cycle services under the International Atomic Energy Agency safeguards may be one of those ideas. Let’s begin with the science bit in this maze of scientific jargon and high-stakes international politics.
IT is really tragic that the two most powerful persons in the Indian political establishment the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh and the Congress president, Ms Sonia Gandhi who had opened the gate of the Indian politics for Mr Shashi Tharoor had to eventually make the most painful decision to show him the door.
THE 28 year old Bengali girl, Rinku Basak has become the victim of the “Minister’s Order”. In May 2008 the then railway minister, Mr Lalu Prasad out of generosity had offered a job under disabled quota to the three feet tall Rinku at a rally.
Dalit Awards for Social Service
THE Government of Goa has taken a great step forward on the 119th birth anniversary of the Bharat Ratna Dr B R Ambedkar, by announcing that it would institute Dalit Ratna and Dalit Mitra state awards for people who dedicate their lives for the upliftment of the Dalit community.
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MAPUSA: “Families of today are prone to social evils and therefore keeping Mary as their role model each family member should inculcate the values of Mother Mary and shine like a star in society,” said Fr Kenneth Telles, director of Family Service Centre while delivering his homily at the concelebrated feast mass of Our Lady of Miracles at Mapusa today.
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The musical concert ‘Divine Mood’ itself explained the mood created at the concert with the musicians on the panch sitar playing harmonious musical pieces. Sashank Muktedar began with melodious ragas at a show organised by Manzil studio.
By Aroona Reejhsinghani
Bridal season comes regularly every year and every bride to be wants to be the cynosure of all eyes. To look bewitching on that day you should start preparing yourself one month in advance.
By Purvi Radia
This April is especially dedicated as the month of environment awareness and is a reminder that we need to protect our rich biodiversity. Coming closer to home, awareness on the importance of the Western Ghats and the need to protect it assumes significance.
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Late Violet Dias-Lannoy–the eminent Goan writer who worked hard in the education scenario under UNESCO is not much celebrated in Goa.
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Under Mission Avishkar, 30 students from Goa will get an opportunity to visit ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) and various Department of Space establishments across the country, specifically at Bangalore and Hyderabad this summer.
By Vidya M Shiroor
Ingredients: 450 gms semi ripe mangoes, 50 dates (seeded), 750 gms jaggery, 25 green chillies, 5 tps salt, 5 tsps chilli powder, 3 tsps turmeric powder, 3 tsps mustard, 2 tps asafoetida, 5 pieces cinnamon, 15 cloves, 150 ml oil
It was the end of the road for Mr Shashi Tharoor who on Sunday night resigned as the Minister of State for External Affairs.
NEW DELHI: It was the end of the road for Mr Shashi Tharoor who on Sunday night resigned as the Minister of State for External Affairs after the high-level Congress Core Group decided that he should quit in the wake of controversy over the IPL Kochi franchise, capping a week-long drama that threatened to suck the government and the party into it.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday hurriedly shifted both its semi-finals to Mumbai after two more crude bombs were found near the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Sunday.
BANGALORE/MUMBAI: The Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday hurriedly shifted both its semi-finals to Mumbai after two more crude bombs were found near the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Sunday, only a day after two minor blasts near the venue injured 16 people.
PANAJI: The group of seven, supporting the Congress-led government in the state, might have to wait for a longer time to get redressal to the issues raised by them, said highly placed sources in the party.
VALPOI: Goa made history as the girls team inscribed its name on the winner’s trophy for the first time in a throw ball national championship held at Valpoi.
A large number of electricity department personnel exiting from Mr Aleixio Sequeira’s residence. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: The Maina-Curtorim police on Sunday arrested three persons in connection with the case wherein a group of persons had assembled at Camorlim power station office and assaulted some power department staff on Saturday.
CANACONA: Monkeys have become a source of nuisance to residents of Pansulem, Kindlem, Chaudi townships and the surrounding villages of Canacona Municipality.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat speaking at a function organised by Bharat Scouts and Guides, Goa at Menezes Braganza hall in Panaji on Saturday. The president of the association, Dr Wifred D’Souza, vice presidents, Ms Nirmala Sawant, Mr Vishnu Dhargalkar, Ms Silvia D’souza, state chief commissioner, Mr P R Nadkarni and advocate Mr Vinayak Narvekar.
PANAJI: Underscoring the need for inculcating discipline among youth, the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat has observed that organisations like Scouts and Guides, and NCC play an important role in inculcating discipline
PONDA: A female pillion rider from Kolhapur, Maharashtra, died on the spot at Mangueshi junction after she came under the wheels of a truck, on Sunday around 1 p.m.
The ill-fated Zen which turned on its side after ramming into a pile of construction waste dumped along the road near Rumdawada, Jetty on Sunday afternoon. (Sudesh Bhosle)
VASCO: The construction waste dumped along the highway near Rumdawada, Jetty became a cause of accident on Sunday afternoon, wherein three persons including two women were left injured when a car rammed into them.
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The unfortunate incident wherein a girl who was a participant at the Goa Fest was critically injured when she fell from a height of 300 mts while parasailing at Cavellosim only goes to prove the danger involved in the various adventure sports available on the beaches that attracts tourists and locals alike.
Team members of Deccan Chargers hug each other in celebration after their 11-run win over Delhi Daredevils which put them in IPL semi-finals in Delhi on Sunday.
NEW DELHI: The Delhi Daredevils choked again under pressure as defending champions Deccan Chargers cemented their place in the IPL semis at the Feroz Shah Kotla on Sunday. The Chargers beat the home side by 11 runs to throw them out of the tournament.
MS Dhoni is congratulated by Albie Morkel after hitting the winning runs against Kings XI Punjab in Dharamsala on Sunday.
DHARAMSALA: Chennai Super Kings successfully chased down a target of 193 to claim an unlikely victory over Kings Punjab XI at Dharamsala on Sunday. The six-wicket triumph virtually assures one of the more high-profile franchises of a place in the semi-finals in the coming week.
Bayern Munich’s midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger (L) vies for the ball with Hanover’s Czech striker Jiri Stajner during the German first division Bundesliga football match in Munich on Saturday. (AFP)
BERLIN: Bayern Munich pulverised Hanover 96 7-0 with an Arjen Robben hat-trick to maintain their two-point lead at the top and keep their treble chances well on track with three league games left to play.
MADRID: Champions Barcelona let Real Madrid firmly back into La Liga title race following a 0-0 draw at neighbours Espanyol on Saturday meaning Madrid can move to within one point of their rivals with a home win over Valencia on Sunday.
A Chinchinim Villagers Union player (L) vies for the ball with a Goa Velha SC player during the 3rd late Alvernaz & Lalush Alemao memorial football tie at Varca grounds on Sunday.
MAPUSA: Goa Velha Sports Club drubbed Chinchinim Villagers Union 5-0 to move into the quarter-finals of all Goa 3rd Alvernaz & Lalush Alemao memorial football tournament, organised by Churchill Bros Sports Club at Varca grounds, on Sunday. They led 2-0 at the break.
PANAJI: The 19th annual cricket coaching camp, organised by Margao Cricket Academy will commence from April 19 and will conclude on May 12 at Multipurpose High School grounds, Borda, Margao.
MARGAO: The First Division League was once the premier competition until the advent of the Pro League, after which the contest lost its weight and remained out of focus.
The chairman of the Goa Bagayatdar, Mr Narendra Savoikar, MD, Mr Monohar Umarye and other board of directors are seen addressing the press on Friday at Ponda. (Roque Dias)
PONDA: The chairman of the Goa Bagayatdar Sahakari Kharedi Vikri Sauntha, Ponda, Mr Narendra Savoikar on Friday informed that the Goa government, with the involvement of the Goa Bagayatdar, has introduced various schemes to Goa Bagayatdar members (farmers) to stress on agricultural activities in the state and to increase their agricultural produce.
NEW DELHI: Increasing market participation, expanding issuers, streamlining processes and deepening product markets are the key elements that lead to a three-fold growth in India’s capital markets by 2020, a FICCI Report said today.
Kochi team owners have some explaining to do; so also the Union Minister of State Mr.Tharoor. Why has Ms.Sunanda Pushkar been given sweat equity in perpetuity worth Rs.70 crores according to present market rates? writes, D.M.Deshpande
NEW DELHI: As participation of private players in nuclear power generation will take a longer time with amendments in Atomic Energy Act 1962, Assocham has urged the government to allow private sector involvement in electricity generation with minority state through a stake gradual and cautious approach.
PANAJI: In Mexico, tequila is often drunk straight. Outside Mexico, that is in Goa feni is better drunk straight. So, what’s the difference? It is globally known that Tequila supports sustainable tourism in the region it is served.
MUMBAI: Leading hospitality chain, Country Club India Ltd (CCIL), plans to invest around Rs 100-crore this fiscal in its latest venture -- Country Club Grand Fractional Ownership Club (CCGFOC), a top company official said.
MUMBAI: Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is eyeing a double-digit growth in its two-wheeler business in the next two-years and will also explore the inorganic growth route for expansion, a senior company official said.
MUMBAI: Country’s second largest private sector lender, HDFC Bank has seen a growth of 25 per cent in its retail loan book in the last fiscal on the back of healthy demand from home, auto and personal loan segments.
NEW DELHI: The HRD Ministry has prepared a public-private-partnership model for setting up 20 IIITs under which the expenditure could be shared in the ratio of 85 to 15 between the government and industry.
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UNDER whose orders and under what compulsions police would not stop loud, blaring, amplified music which continues till dawn and even disturbs citizens at a distance of three kilometres from the site of the noise pollution?
SATURDAY was a day to be happy and also equally to feel ashamed. Happy, for the reason that the Planning Commission accepted the Tendulkar Committee report which holds that 37 per cent of the people in India live below the poverty line–an increase of 10 per cent–and ashamed,
WHILE the state government has been quite serious in providing subsidies to the private bus operators for replacing the buses which were 15 years old, it is really shocking that the owners were not too willing to take advantage of the government measures.
Fish, Hot Favourite of Goans
PETA has urged Goans to turn vegetarians and give up eating fish as it contains a lot of mercury and is bad for health. Most Goans will find this morsel of advice very unpalatable.
A sniffer dog accompanies forensic officers collecting evidence at a blast site on the outside boundary of Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Saturday. (AFP)
BANGALORE: Two crude bombs exploded in quick succession outside the M A Chinnaswamy cricket stadium here on Saturday, minutes before an IPL match was to begin, leaving 15 persons injured and creating panic in the packed venue.
ON BOARD AIR INDIA ONE: Almost a week after he told Mr Barack Obama that India was eagerly looking forward to his visit, the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Saturday said the American President would be coming on his first state visit to India in August or October.
Mr Shashi Tharoor’s fate remained uncertain on Saturday night amid indications that a final call on his future.
NEW DELHI: Mr Shashi Tharoor’s fate remained uncertain on Saturday night amid indications that a final call on his future in the government is likely to be taken on Sunday by the Congress high command.
The income-tax department plans to enlarge its current inquiry into the IPL’s financial transactions to cover all the franchises.
NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: The income-tax department plans to enlarge its current inquiry into the IPL’s financial transactions to cover all the franchises amidst allegations of murky deals even as it questioned the ‘mystery’ woman and Mr Vijay Mallya’s daughter who works for the IPL commissioner, Mr Lalit Modi.
PANAJI: In an attempt to prevent evasion of payment of value-added tax and other taxes, the officials of the commissionerate of commercial tax have started drive to recover the dues from the businesses in the state and collected amounts running into crores of rupees.
PANAJI: While the bus owners associations have been demanding various subsidies from the government, including subsidy on diesel, tyres, there are few takers for the state government’s scheme for replacing buses older than 15 years.
PANAJI: The state Secretariat will soon implement the biometric system for keeping track of its employees, which is expected to maintain discipline among the staff at various departments of the Secretariat.
Farmers are seen threshing the sheaves of paddy the traditional way at Borim on Saturday. (Roque Dias)
PONDA: It is time for the farmers to not only reap what they had sown, but also to gather in the harvest, in which a lot of hard work and funds have gone into. And, with a smile on their faces, they go about the harvesting activities in the Ponda taluka.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat seen presenting a bouquet of flowers to the Revenue Minister, Mr Jose Philip D’Souza, on the occasion of his birthday in Vasco, on Saturday. Also seen are Sports and Youth Affairs Minister, Mr Manohar Azgaonkar and Director of Sports and Youth Affairs, Dr Susan D’Souza, among others. (Sudesh Bhosle)
VASCO: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat informed that Vasco will soon get underground electricity cabling work done, like in Panaji, Margao and Loutolim.
MAPUSA: A 50th-minute strike by Emanuel D’Costa enabled Calangute Association register a 1-0 win over Navelim Sporting Club to advance into the quarter-finals of the 3rd Colormax-Imperial Rolling Trophy
Sporting Clube defender Kenji Arai (top) wins an aerial ball from a Churchill Brothers player during their I-League match at Nehru Stadium on Saturday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Sporting Clube de Goa, playing with a man less in the last quarter of the match, ended Churchill Brothers’ hopes of retaining the title with a 2-1 victory in their I-League match at Nehru stadium, here on Saturday.
POINGUINNIM: The South Goa District Baseball Association was inaugurated at SS Angle Higher Secondary School, Dapot-Maxem, Canacona last week, at the hands of President of Goa Baseball Association and All India Baseball Federation (AIBF), Mr Ramakant Angle.
PANAJI: Vrundavan Hospital team won the annual cricket tournament, organised by SMRC Vivus Sports Club at Chicalim Panchayat grounds.
PANAJI: The GPL three-day matches (on all 3 venues) have been postponed and will be held from April 27-29 instead of April 25 to 27. Also semi-finals will be played on May 2 and finals on May 7.
PANAJI: Margao Cricket Club will organise ‘Treasure Hunt’ on April 18 at MCC ground. In the race, two participants in a car (4-wheeler LMV) make one team. But two more supporting occupants are allowed at back seat.
BANGALORE: Kieron Pollard led a disciplined Mumbai Indians bowling attack with three wickets for 28 as the visitors crushed Royal Challengers Bangalore by 57 runs here on Saturday.
Shah Rukh Khan and friends cheer for the Knight Riders.
KOLKATA: Riding on good knocks from Sourav Ganguly and Cheteshwar Pujara, Kolkata Knight Riders thrashed Rajasthan Royals by eight wickets and continued to keep their hopes alive in the competition.
PUNE: A late goal from Keita M enabled Salgaocar Sports Club to share the points with Pune FC in their I-League match played at the Balewadi Sports Complex in Pune on Saturday.
It was Pune’s first home game in over two months, but was forced to start 15 minutes late due to high temperatures.
Sports Minister Mr Manohar Azgaonkar seen felicitating Mr Fortunato Franco. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: During the half-time of the Churchill Brothers-Sporting Clube de Goa I-League match at the Nehru Stadium on Saturday, Sports Authority of Goa in a function awarded former Olympian Fortunato Franco a purse of Rs five lakhs at the hands of Sports Minister,
Film: Paathshaala, Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Ayesha Takia, Nana Patekar, Directed by: Milind Uney, Duration: 126 mins, Rating: * 1 / 2
Film: Phoonk 2, Cast: Sudeep, Amruta Khanvilkar, Directed by: Milind Gadagkar, Duration: 118 mins, Rating: * *
Film: How to train your dragon, Voice of: Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, America Ferrera, Directed by: Chris Sander, Dean Debloise, Duration: 98 mins, Rating: * * * 1 / 2
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PANAJI – ‘Sant Gora Kumbhar’, the classic Marathi stage musical written by Ashokji Paranjape, which was first performed during late1970s and enthralled the audiences by mellifluous songs like ‘Brahma Murtimant’, ‘Avghe Garje Pandharpur’,
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The St Jerome Church or the Church of Our Lady of Miracles at Mapusa is known to celebrate two feasts. On the last Sunday of September, the feast of the patron saint, St Jerome or Sao Jeronimo is celebrated and on the Monday after the second Sunday of Easter the popular feast of Our Lady of Miracles is celebrated. The feast falls on April 19 this year.
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Chinmaya Mission Worldwide is involved in discovering and bringing to the world new ways in every sphere, different from what has been going on.
Yesterday decides what today will be. That is what history and heritage are all about. Today, on World Heritage Day, ‘The Navhind Times’ travels with Rohit R Phalgaonkar into the depths of Goan history
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If the weather gets too oppressive, go by the Kala Academy for an instant pick-me-up in the form of an exhibition titled Moods, by Bind Sukhdev and Sharmila Coutinho.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
‘Amitabh Bachchan will be in South Goa and I am given to understand that he will be having lunch in that restaurant…’ was the chitchat circulating at the beauty salon, my ears tweaked.
Prof Suresh Amonkar receiving Padma Shree from the President, Ms Pratibha Patil in 2009.
BY RAMNATH N PAI RAIKAR
Religion, over the years has been interpreted by many saints, Godmen, mystics, diplomats, statesmen, politicians, revolutionaries, and the public in general, in different ways; mostly to suit their own interests and means, rather than for the benevolence of mankind. Karl Marx famously quipped that “Religion is the opium of the masses”, while Swami Vivekananda maintained that “By the study of different religions, we find that in essence they are one.”
By Ambikanand Sahay
Last Thursday, an inspiring news report came from across the border in China: “A 102-year-old lady, Ma Xiuxian, took admission in grade one of Weshan Road Elementary School. She attended her class and took lessons along with five-year-olds cheerfully.”
By M JRaju
Votive lamps are made in all parts of India. But of all these, the bronze temple lamps of Tamilnadu and Kerala have their own special charm and grace.
By Poonam I Kaushish
Remember Lord Alfred Tennyson’s famous poem, “The Charge of the Light Brigade”. Two stanza’s of this poem read thus:
“Forward, the Light Brigade!”
Was there a man dismay’d?
Not tho’ the soldier knew
Some one had blunder’d.
By Tomazinho Cardozo
Mankind faces threat to its very existence. Life has become insecure. Terrorism is the greatest menace which goes uncontrolled. We have not succeeded in eliminating illiteracy and unemployment.
By Marilia Priyanka Fernandes
Some children seem to be uncontrollable. They can never be found in one place for more than a few minutes. One moment they are doing homework, the next minute they are running in the garden, then climbing a tree and soon off to a neighbour’s house.
By Dr Kasturi Desai
April-May-June are known to be hot months in tropical countries. Moreover, to add to it we in the coastal region are bound to be sweating and draining off our energy. Instead, of cursing the situation it is better to see how best we can enjoy the weather by keeping ourselves healthy.
By Khushwant Singh
The testimony in court on oath in the name of Sri Rama by Anju Gupta IPS who was then posted in Ayodhya, and in charge of L K Advani’s personal security,
By Thomas Pucci
Bobby was getting cold sitting out in his back yard in the snow. Bobby didn’t wear boots; he didn’t like them and anyway he didn’t own any. The thin sneakers he wore had a few holes in them and they did a poor job of keeping out the cold.
Among the number of places I have visited, Kuala Lampur happens to be one of the best of them all. If you are travelling to Kuala Lampur from Singapore via train, you will be able to have the view of the beautiful greenery outside the city.
What made you take up body building?
I was a footballer who held a lot of promise, till one day I got injured. Unable to pay for the operation and also not ready to risk the operation, I went in for the next best alternative- exercising my leg at the gym.
By Dr Nandkumar Kamat
Goa has a multilayered culture and the deeper you delve the more the wisdom of the ordinary people strikes you. By learning through simple observations, making and correcting mistakes, discovering complex uses of simple materials, demystifying natural cycles,
By Lee Clayton
Carlos Tevez plays like a man who doesn’t like an easy ride. He enjoys a tear-up, right? So let’s put him on the spot: You’ve played with Messi, Rooney and Ronaldo. Who gets to play alongside you in your dream team?
By Kennedy D’Silva
The Kabaddi players made India proud by beating their arch-rivals Pakistan by a huge margin of 58-24, and won one crore rupees as prize money in the first edition of the 10-day Kabaddi World Cup played at the jam-packed floodlit Guru Nanak Stadium, whereas Pakistan took home Rs 51 lakhs.
Trouble for beleaguered Mr Shashi Tharoor grew on Friday with opposition paralysing Parliament demanding his removal.
NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: Trouble for beleaguered Mr Shashi Tharoor grew on Friday with opposition paralysing Parliament demanding his removal and his own ministerial colleague, Dr Farooq Abdullah favouring his stepping down to protect the “honour” of the government.
The decision of the Union ministry of personnel, public grievances and pensions to increase the strength of
PANAJI: The decision of the Union ministry of personnel, public grievances and pensions to increase the strength of Indian Administrative Service officials from 13 to 18 is likely to be a blessing in disguise for senior state government officials as three of the five increased posts would be filled by promoting the state government officials.
PANAJI: The officials of the income-tax department on Friday searched the personal offices of the Education Minister, Mr Atanasio Monserrate located in various parts of the city.
PANAJI: The transport department has registered an increase of 31 per cent in its revenue collection in the financial year ended on March 31, 2009-10. Officials informed that the department collected total revenue of Rs 13623.04 lakh during the recently-ended financial year.
PANAJI: Stating that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has now become the ‘Congress Bureau of Investigation’, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday said that the Congress party, sensing state assembly elections in the near future, is misusing the central investigation agency to harass the opposition party and its leaders.
MARGAO: The Betalbatim village panchayat had sent a letter to the Department of Science and Technology (DST), seeking aid in the form of subsidy to the panchayat, for the upkeep of the garbage recycling station built close to the panchayat.
Dark clouds seen over Margao on Friday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Light showers that were experienced in some parts of Majorda, Verna and Utorda around 6 p.m. on Friday evening, have helped to bring the mercury level down to some extent, thus giving much needed relief to the villagers in this part of Salcete.
MARGAO: Police personnel have been posted at various police stations in Salcete, thereby stating that the police stations are well staffed and able to handle any eventuality and emergency.
A huge Santin tree fell on the house of Mr Vinayak Babaji Sawant on late Friday evening due to stormy winds, thereby causing heavy losses. (Ramesh Savaikar)
BICHOLIM: Some parts of the Bicholim taluka were hit by stormy winds on late Friday evening.
Dempo forward Ranti Martins (L) tries to give the Chirag United defence a slip in the I-League clash at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Friday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Title hopeful Dempo Sports Club defused a late resurgence to overcome a fighting Chirag United 3-1 in an absorbing I-League match at the Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Friday.
PANAJI: Goans Hockey President Mr Churchill Alemao disclosed on Friday that he had accepted the challenge to revive the national sport of hockey in Goa. “Hockey is our national sport and it is my dream to see that India regains its lost glory and it is also my vision to build a strong national team for Goa,” stated Mr Alemao at a press conference.
VALPOI: “National games play a major role in building national integration of the country,” remarked Executive Director, Sports Authority of Goa, Mr VM Prabhudesai at the inaugural function of National Throw ball sub-junior championships, organised by Amateur Throw ball Association of Goa at Valpoi Forest Training school grounds, Valpoi.
NEW DELHI: Saina Nehwal cruised into the semi-finals of women’s singles with a facile victory over Malaysian Mew Choo Wong on Friday and is now the lone Indian survivor in the Asian Badminton Championships.
MAPUSA: Sesa Football Academy humbled Vasco Juniors 4-2 in the 1st Division GFA Taca Goa U-20 League 2010, played at Duler grounds, here on Friday.
MAPUSA: Sao Minguel Taleigao ensured that they moved into the next round of the Colormax-Imperial Rolling Trophy with a 4-2 win via tiebreaker victory over Football Club of Siolim at Dr Gustavo Monteiro stadium
DHARAMSALA: The Deccan Chargers won their fourth game on the trot to take one more step towards booking a semi-final berth by stealing a thriller from the Kings XI Punjab on Friday.
PANAJI: A second set of reforms are needed if India wants to go higher in its economy growth, said senior economic advisor of Ministry of Finance, Dr H A C Prasad.
BRASILIA: Cautioning the world that global economic recovery is still fragile, India on Friday said the cross-border capital flows should contribute to growth and not speculation.
SURAT (GUJARAT): India and China are expected to share almost 30 per cent of the world’s diamond and gems business each by 2020, says Mr Roger Lorie, chief executive of the International Gemological Institute
(IGI) Worldwide.
MUMBAI: Capital market regulator SEBI on Friday said it was working together with the insurance watchdog to expeditiously find a “legally binding” resolution to who controls unit linked products and there are no restrictions on investment in existing schemes.
PANAJI: Aasanka in association with SRS Computers opened its e-learning centre at Ponda. This ‘dynamind’ system offers preparatory courses for students of class 11 and 12 in the science stream.
Phorum Jewels will hold an exhibition of its range of diamond-studded jewellery on April 18 and 19 at the Chandni Hall, Nanutel Hotel, Margao.
Though it does not make sense to copy the US health reforms model, as PPACA rolls out, Indian investors could look forward to some unintended benefits.
BY INDER MALHOTRA
IN the early 1950s, when the training of the IAS and other all-India services used to take place at Delhi’s Metcalfe House, the faculty had, as its vice-principal a genial ICS officer named Waghiewala.
The French actress, Ms Marianne Chicheiro has come out with the suggestion to slap garbage tax on every tourist visiting Goa as is being practiced in Europe. Some European tourist hot spots charge every tourist with a garbage tax on their air tickets or at check points.
THE Bar Council of India is seriously contemplating to introduce a written test for law graduates nursing the desire to argue before a court. For more than a year this issue was being debated in the legal circle.
Arundhati Roy’s Remarks
MS Arundhati Roy’s is reported to have said, ‘India has never hesitated to use her military might to annex land and put down popular movements. Jammu and Kashmir, Manipur, Hyderabad and Goa are examples.
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The deputy Director of the Directorate of Art and Culture department, Mr Ashok Parab noted that for most of the sangeet sammelans that are held in Goa, professional artistes from neighbouring states are invited to participate.
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Michael Jackson the king of pop who united the world through music is an inspiration for many music lovers. One such person is Mick Fernandes of the Simply Ballroom academy from Vasco who is now all set to host a music and dance concert on April 22, dedicated to pop star Michael Jackson.
By Shweta Patwardhan
They are chips off the old blocks, yet carving their own niches, Proof that mamma's boys and daddy's girls aren't always averse to putting in the hard mileage.
BY ARTI DAS
The onset of the monsoon season by the end of May brings a much needed respite for each one of us. But for some living being, it signals a death trap. We are talking about our croaking friends, frogs.
BY CLARA A RODRIGUES
Lucasinho Ribeiro’s staging of the first modern Konkani tiatr on April 17, 1892 marked the beginning an epoch in the history of tiatr. Today being Tiatr Day, ‘The Navhind Times' takes a look at one aspect of tiatr—the staging of tiatrs by locals of a village to be performed in the village itself, which is on the wane and highlighting steps being taken to reverse the trend.
By Bhiva P Parab
PERNEM - In Goa almost in every village jatrotsav is held, but all the jatras are not famous all over Goa. Most of them are known in the surrounding areas, but few like the Ajobachi jatra of Keri- Pernem, Bodgeshwar jatra of Mapusa and Lairaidevi jatra of Shirgaon are famous all over the state.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
The silver grey tassels of the beaded antique chandeliers moved to the whispers of the air-conditioned draft, the beautiful black and white mosaic on the floor shone in the subdued light and the murmur of anticipated delights of the guests echoed against the walls.
CBI investigation officer, Mr Rajeev K Rishi leads the Opposition leader, Mr Manohar Parrikar to CBI office at Altihno, Panaji, on Thursday. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: The anti-corruption wing of the Central Bureau of Investigation in the state on Thursday questioned the leader of opposition and former chief minister, Mr Manohar Parrikar for nearly two hours for his alleged involvement “misappropriation of funds” during the first International Film Festival of India held in 2004 in Goa.
Major opposition parties on Thursday came out in Parliament giving full backing to the government...
NEW DELHI: Major opposition parties on Thursday came out in Parliament giving full backing to the government in the anti-Naxal fight but attacked the “severe division” in the Congress party and the treasury benches it felt would hamper the offensive.
The PWD Minister, Mr Churchill Alemao on Thursday said the National Highway Authority of India has accepted the state government’s plea to reduce...
PANAJI: The PWD Minister, Mr Churchill Alemao on Thursday said the National Highway Authority of India has accepted the state government’s plea to reduce the width of the Mollem-Panaji road to 45-metres as against 60 metres wherever it could affect the houses and other establishments even as he said that NH-17 widening works would be tendered in May.
NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: Under fire for his alleged involvement in the Indian Premier League franchise affairs, the Minister of State for External Affairs, Mr Shashi Tharoor on Thursday met the Congress president, Ms Sonia Gandhi and again senior cabinet ministers Mr Pranab Mukherjee and Mr A K Antony.
WASHINGTON: The Obama administration has asked the Congress to double its anti-terrorism budget to India to $4.5 million for the fiscal 2011 for higher-level training in the aftermath of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack.
BY MICHAEL FISHER
PANAJI: What could be amusement for the Goa authorities is becoming a nightmare for the hospitality pundits. Though such sarcasm are not new, a French actress, who has been visiting Goa since 1977, has suggested a solution to the state government to introduce a garbage tax on every visitor to Goa, like it is done in some parts of Europe.
PANAJI: The chairman of the Madhya Pradesh sub-committee of the Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India), Mr Sunit Kothari on Thursday said that though the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibition) segment in Goa, specifically the conference segment in the state is growing rapidly, the state still has narrow roads, blind curves and absence of smart dividers.
PANAJI: The Union Minister of State in the office of Prime Minister, Mr Prithviraj Chauhan informed Mr Shantaram Naik in a written reply to an unstarred question in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday that as many as 22 allegations were being investigated by CBI against Mr Manohar Parrikar, former chief minister of Goa, and others in the matter of International Film Festival of India 2004.
PANAJI: PETA India, a Mumbai-based group that fights against cruelty to animals, has called upon Goans to turn vegetarian and leave fish off their plates.
PANAJI: When you are relishing your favourite shellfish including the tisreos, oysters besides other varieties of fish from the Zuari bay, you could be taking a large content of heavy metal including iron, cadmium, lead, zinc copper, etc along synthetic organic compounds into your system. Sad but true!
MARGAO: A highly motivated Dempo Sports Club start as favourites against Chirag United in an eagerly-awaited I-League clash at Nehru stadium Fatorda on Friday at 4pm.
PANAJI: Goa’s Olympian and footballer of yesteryears Fortunato Franco will be presented with Rs 5 lakh by SAG as a token of recognition for his contribution as a sportsman from Goa, who represented at the Olympics.
MAPUSA: Parish Youth Nuvem registered a hard fought 2-1 win over host Saligao Sporting Club to enter the semi-finals of 21st Late V M Salgaoncar Trophy, played at Sporting grounds, here on Thursday.Parish Youth Nuvem went into the breather with a two-goal cushion.
MAPUSA: Hosts United Club Nerul registered a comfortable 2-0 win over Sodiem Sports Club to enter the quarter-finals of 3rd Colormax-Imperial Rolling Trophy at Dr Gustavo Monteiro stadium, Candolim on Thursday.
MAPUSA: Macroy Peixoto’s 80th minute goal enabled ten-man Sporting Clube de Goa (Jrs) to collect full three points, after their 2-1 win against arch -rivals Dempo Sports Club (Jrs), in the 1st Division GFA Taca Goa U-20 league match, played at Duler grounds, Mapusa on Thursday.
PANAJI: Varca Sports Club defeated Verna Sports Club 6-5 via the tie-breaker to enter the quarter-finals of all Goa 3rd Alvernaz & Lalush Alemao memorial football tournament, organised by Churchill Bros SC at Varca grounds, on Thursday.
Fr Nascimento Mascarenhas seen along with the Altar Servers and Fr Milagres Dias during the inauguration of the Margao Deanery Altar Servers tournament at Don Bosco Oratory grounds, Fatorda.
PANAJI: Our Lady of Rosary Altar Servers, Fatorda emerged the winners of inter-Margao Deanery Altar Servers tournament and have qualified for the all Goa State Deanery wise Altar Servers soccer tournament to be held on April 18 at Saligao seminary grounds.
Delhi Daredevils captain Gautam Gambhir hits a boundary against Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
CHENNAI: Gautam Gambhir cracked an unbeaten 57 as Delhi Daredevils spanked Chennai Super Kings by six wickets in a low-scoring IPL match to virtually seal a semi-finals berth here Thursday night.
NEW DELHI: Top seed Saina Nehwal and Aditi Mutatkar surged into the quarter-finals of the women’s singles but it was curtains for India in the men’s singles after Parupalli Kashyap’s valiant effort ended in defeat at the Asian Badminton Championships here on Thursday.
TORONTO: Driven up by rising commodity and oil prices, the Canadian dollar has crossed parity with the US dollar for the first time in two years. At the end of trading Wednesday, the Canadian currency - called loonei - closed at 100.08 cents US.
NEW DELHI: Driven primarily by higher food prices, India’’s annual rate of inflation, based on the wholesale prices index, went up marginally to 9.9 percent in March from 9.89 percent a month ago, official data showed Thursday.
VALPOI: Sattari has it all - ample of water, fertile land and suitable climatic conditions, that are required for agriculture and horticulture.
PANAJI: Goa Handicrafts Rural and Small Scale Development Corporation along with the Jute Manufacturers Development Council (JMDC) is organizing a workshop on April 16th April pertaining to the promotion of innovative jute products and its applications.
PANAJI: As a part of Sesa Goa Ltd. Corporate Social Responsibility Programme Road Safety Sign Boards installed from Sanquelim Town to Amona Bridge by joint collaboration of M\s Sesa Goa Ltd
1. In your article dated on March 10, you said postal insurance policy “Suraksha” is not a “standard endowment” plan; what did you mean by that ? Do postal insurance policies really provide insurance cover ? - Sudhin Pai.
BY P RAMAN
TUG of war is a rather strong term to describe the widening schism between the Congress establishment led by Ms Sonia Gandhi and the UPA government’s dominant reform group under Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh.
Notwithstanding, the electoral compulsions, one thing is certain–the latest political battle between the Bahujan Samaj Party chief, Ms Mayawati and the Congress general secretary, Mr Rahul Gandhi over who enjoys the trust and confidence of the dalits would redefine the dalit politics.
WITHIN twenty four hours of the Cabinet Secretary, Mr K M Chandrasekhar sending a note at the direction of the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh to all ministers asking them to refrain from speaking on Maoist insurgency as the only competent authority was the home ministry to speak on it,
Food Security Act
THE group of empowering ministers (GOeM) under the chairmanship of Mr Pranab Mukherjee has asked the Planning Commission to ensure that the urban poor, like street-dwellers and daily labourers, who do not have ration cards, are not left out of the National Food Security Act. Normally, such poor people are covered under BPL families having a ‘yellow’ ration card which automatically qualifies them for benefits under the proposed NFSA.
Another release from Cat Video is Jr Nelson and Chitra’s ‘Obrigado Portugal’ a video presentation of songs and comedy skits.
Cat Video, Margao have released the video disc of Neville Pereira’s ‘Sobit Fullam’. These are songs rendered by artistes from the Konkani stage and Mamta, the lady with a beautiful voice.
The collection includes ‘Sobit Fullam’, ‘Badekar’, ‘Tuzo Mog’, ‘Dadlo Bail’, ‘Mogan Poddllea’ and ‘Soddun Gelo’ among others.
Glosal Films production, ‘Eok Jivo Bhorvanso’ has now been released on DVD by Manfa Video, Margao. Written produced and directed by A B Luis, the film narrates the story of a son, who, unaware of the sacrifices of his parents, falls in love with the daughter of an arrogant and rich businessman and turns into a puppet in their hands. No doubt he pays a heavy price, for his decisions!
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The countdown for the Miss Goa 2009-10 has just begun. The gala event that is being hosted by the VJT Group will kick start on April 17 at 7 p.m. at Palavra De Jardin, NH17, Nuvem.
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To celebrate the 118thyear of Tiatr day, the Goa Tiatr Academy (TAG) is planning a slew of events to mark the Tiatr day celebrations. Announcing this in a press conference, the president of the Tiatr Academy of Goa, Mr Tomazinho Cardozo, said that they will be releasing the book ‘When the Curtains rise’, a book written by Dr Andre Rafael Fernandes, Associate Professor at Goa University’s Department of English.
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PANAJI: Sing-along, and dance with your children freestyle. A family group or just a member can take center stage and show off their best dance moves at the Don Bosco family dance party.
By Rohit R Phalgaonkar
Goa is blessed with Mother Nature. In fact it is sometimes painful to hear that we Goans ourselves are oblivious of the beautiful places present in our small State.
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MARGAO: The book titled as ‘Mystery of the Passing by Van’ of Ms Hritika N Naik was released on Thursday was released by her grandfather (aja), an eminent industrialist and philanthropist, Mr Damodar Narcinva Naik.
Odette & Joe Mascarenhas
There are 12 months in our calendar…and twelve animals in the Chinese Zodiac, and 2010 is the Year of the Tiger. Why did this number 12 get fixed in my mind? Was it just coincidence that we feasted on 12 items from the menu which is now being showcased at the Goenchin?
People attempt to clear an uprooted tree in Raiganj, some 430 km north of Kolkata on Wednesday, following the storm. (AFP)
KISHANGUNJ/RAIGUNJ/GUWAHATI: A severe nor’wester packed with a wind speed of 125 kmph left 120 people dead, hundreds injured and a swathe of destruction in seven districts of Bihar, West Bengal and Assam.
Senior Congress leader, Mr Digvijay Singh on Wednesday said the Union Home Minister, Mr P Chidambaram should not opt for a “narrow sectarian view” when...
NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader, Mr Digvijay Singh on Wednesday said the Union Home Minister, Mr P Chidambaram should not opt for a “narrow sectarian view” when tackling Maoist rebels and says the minister is “extremely rigid once he makes up his mind”.
A massive earthquake on Wednesday wreaked havoc in China’s remote northwestern province of Qinghai killing 400 people.
BEIJING: A massive earthquake on Wednesday wreaked havoc in China’s remote northwestern province of Qinghai killing 400 people as it toppled houses, created cracks in dams and left 10,000 injured, officials said.
PANAJI: The All-India Congress Committee general-secretary in-charge of Goa desk, Mr B K Hariprasad has said that he would place the report as regards to the issues raised by the group of seven, supporting the Congress-led government in the state to the Congress president, Ms Sonia Gandhi on Thursday.
A view of a drying lake at Majorda. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
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MARGAO: The scorching summer heat has had a definite effect on the water bodies in the coastal villages of Salcete taluka as ponds and lakes and even wells are going dry.
Saligao MLA, Mr Dilip Parulekar conducting the site inspection alongwith deputy collector, Mr Dashrath Redkar. (Erwin Fonseca)
MAPUSA: Bardez deputy collector, Mr Dashrath Redkar, on Wednesday visited a controversial construction site in a field at Saligao. Saligao MLA, Mr Dilip Parulekar was also present.
PANAJI: Home Minister, Mr Ravi Naik on Wednesday stated that the Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services is the number one department in Goa. “They are well disciplined and is the number one department of Goa.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat, Social Welfare Minister, Mr Sudin Dhavalikar, Panchayats Minister, Mr Manohar (Babu) Azgaonkar and others are seen after garlanding the statue of Bharat Ratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on the occasion of his 119th birth anniversary celebration at Dr Ambedkar Park near KTC bus stand, Panaji on April 14.
PANAJI: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat announced on Wednesday that the government will institute a Dalit Ratna and Dalit Mitra state awards from this year for those who dedicate their services for the betterment of Dalit people in the state.
TOKYO: Chinese Super League champions Beijing Guoan and Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale on Wednesday kept alive their hopes of reaching the AFC Champions League knock-out round.
PUNE: The English Football Association will conduct international refereeing and coaching courses from April 19, aimed at giving its participants a direct entry to England.
NEW DELHI: Sunil Chhetri made a disappointing debut for Kansas City Wizards as he failed to score and was shown a yellow card for a reckless tackle in his side’s 1-2 loss to Colorado Rapids in a US Open Cup qualifier in Kansas City, United States.
MAPUSA: Saligao Spor-ting Club registered a narrow 1-0 win over Betalbatim Sports Club in the inaugural match of 3rd Colormax-Imperial Rolling Trophy, organized by United Club Nerul and sponsored by Jaysingh L Rane, Pilerne, at Dr Gustavo Monteiro stadium, Candolim on Wednesday.
MAPUSA: Navelim Sporting Club huffed and puffed before registering a 6-5 win via sudden death, over Candolim Sports Club, to book their place in the finals of the Calangute Panchayat Cup, organised by Calangute Association, played at Poriat grounds, here on Wednesday.
Players of SDAT Chennai (yellow) and Cochin Port Trust (black) in action during the 2nd all India invitational volleyball tournament at Curtorim on Wednesday. SDAT beat Cochin Port Trust 25-23, 23-25, 18-25, 25-22, 15-12. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
PANAJI: Western Railway thrashed Sai, KSEB in straight sets 25-11,25-12,25-15 in the All India volleyball tournament for men and women, being organised by Wilred Leisure Sports Club Curtorim at St Alex Church grounds, Curtorim on Tuesday. JB Shibi, Anitta were unstoppable for Western Railways while Tiji Raju and Prajesh M K excelled for Sai KSEB.
PANAJI: Standrik Colaso scored
eight points from as many rounds to win the state chess championships, with one round to spare on Wednesday. In the 7th round, Standrik defeated PM Kantak and scalped Umang Kaisary in the 8th round to remain undefeated.
PANAJI:Amateur Archery Association of Goa in collaboration with the Sports Authority of Goa will organise a coaching camp in archery for beginners (boys and girls) from April 19 to May 5 daily from 8am to 10am.
POINGUINNIM: A 12-day coaching camp in different sports disciplines got underway at S S Angle’s Higher Secondary School Sports Complex, at Dapot-Maxem, Canacona, in collaboration with Sports Authority of Goa.
Bangalore’s most successful bowler Pankaj Singh (2-27) is being congratulated by his team-mates.
JAIPUR: Royal Challengers Bangalore enhanced their chances of making the IPL semi-finals as they humbled Rajasthan Royals by five wickets here on Wednesday night to move to the second spot in the points table.
CHENNAI: On a high after a comprehensive nine-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings would continue their quest for a semi-final berth when they take on Delhi Daredevils in an IPL match here on Thursday.
NEW DELHI: Explosive Indian opener Virender Sehwag became ‘Wisden Cricketer of the Year’ for the second time in a row, beating off competition from England captain Andrew Strauss and Sri Lankan Tillakaratne Dilshan.
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PANAJI: Confusion and frustration reigns in the Goa cashew nut market. At the cost of Goa cashew nut brand equity and low production of the cashew fruit, illegal traders from different states are hawking cashewnuts imported from other states and selling it at cheaper rates as Goa brand to gullible tourists, who are buying in hordes.
PANAJI: The Goa-based Alcon Victor Group (AVG), which has a 50-room full season guaranteed tie-up with First Choice, is presently discussing with Russian tour operators that will add to its global portfolio list catering its new Radisson Resort Goa in Cavelossim, South Goa.
MUMBAI: India’s economy is seen growing at a faster pace in 2010/11 than earlier expected, supported by a global recovery, domestic demand and a double-digit expansion in factory output, a Reuters poll shows.
PANAJI: A seminar on ‘Bank Branch Audit’ was organised by the Goa branch of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India at Panaji recently.
MUMBAI: Aqua Logistics Ltd, a full scope 3 PL (third party logistics) service provider company, announced that it has entered into an agreement at Hong Kong to acquire 3 Hong Kong-based logistics companies
Dr Pankajam Vaidya, Dr Somnath Borkar and Dr Anand Thakur from VIVUS SMRC Heart Centre along with additional vice president and plant head, Mr Anil Nainani, and senior manager, HR of Reliance Infrastructure Ltd, Mr Mayur Hede seen at the camp.
PANAJI: Weikfield Foods, the manufacturers of ‘Weikfield’ brand of custard powder, baking powder, corn flour, vegetarian jelly, dessert ingredients and sauces and ‘Eco Valley’ brand of organic teas and fresh button mushrooms,
BY PRAFUL BIDWAI
THE Indian government is rushing headlong into the Unique Identity (UID) project, which will issue a unique 16-digit number to each citizen. Although it had promised to discuss UID’s risks, it hasn’t done so even in the Cabinet, leave alone Parliament.
LIKE earlier three occasions, once again the Minister of State for External Affairs, Mr Shashi Tharoor has created an embarrassing situation for India. But this time for misuse of his authority and power to help ‘secure’ investment made by his friend, Ms Sunanda Pushkar in the IPL Kochi team.
A TWENTY per cent increase in the annual plan for the period 2010-11 is a substantial financial gain for Goa. The Planning Commission on Tuesday approved the annual plan size for Goa for Rs 2,710 crore including public sector undertakings and local bodies for the financial year 2010-11,
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THOSE responsible for the Dantewada massacre must be dealt with firmly. Though the tribals may have genuine reasons to sulk at the government, it does not give them the right to act with such brutality.
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Lawman Pg3 one of the leading brands in denim wear has now come up with a unique designer stitch—Y-Fi, which is a patented and a registered design.
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Christian vocalist and musician, Don Moen on April 24 will perform in India for the first time ever. A concert like you’ve never seen before, it hopes to promote peace and unity between people. Heritage Jazz, a supporter of the Don Moen concert held a press conference in the city to give more information on the concert.
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The interactive session on the subject of investigative journalism brought about the various emerging challenges and facts. The program that was held at the International Centre Goa (ICG) was organised by the ICG, Goa union of journalists (GUJ) in association with the American Centre, Mumbai.
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Have you ever heard of the term ‘graphic novel’? It is a narrative work in which the story is conveyed to the reader using sequential art in either an experimental design or in a traditional comics format.
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To celebrate the 100th Birth Anniversary of Mother Teresa, Carneiro Multi-Media Productions launched their maiden film based on the life story of Mother Teresa.
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‘White & Rustic’ was a fascinating exhibition that showed at the Art Gallery of Kala Academy - Panaji, of handcrafted paper art and watercolour paintings by husband-wife team of artist from, down south of Goa, Colva.
Boats….Birds? look across the water at the beautiful landscape, the fishing village of Cutbona nestled amid coconut palms, the birds flying in formation against the sky, the fishing nets laid out to dry.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat is seen with the Deputy Chairman of Planning Commission, Dr Montek Singh Ahluwalia at a meeting in New Delhi on Tuesday.
PANAJI: The Planning Commission on Tuesday approved the annual plan size for Goa for Rs 2,710 crore, including public sector undertakings and local bodies, for the financial year 2010-11, which shows an increase of Rs 470 crore (21 per cent) over the last financial year’s outlay of Rs 2,240 crore.
Underlining New Delhi’s “impeccable record” in non-proliferation, the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Tuesday unveiled an ambitious plan to set up a global centre.
WASHINGTON: Underlining New Delhi’s “impeccable record” in non-proliferation, the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Tuesday unveiled an ambitious plan to set up a global centre for nuclear security in India and called for “zero tolerance” for those engaged in trafficking of nuclear materials.
Many parts of the state are facing water scarcity and contractors supplying water through tankers are cashing on this situation as the demand for water tankers has increased.
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PANAJI: Many parts of the state are facing water scarcity and contractors supplying water through tankers are cashing on this situation as the demand for water tankers has increased tremendously over the last couple of weeks.
However, experts and officials have raised concern over the safety of water supplied through tankers.
HARIDWAR: The Goa Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat and his wife on Monday took a dip in the Ganga during the ongoing Kumbh Mela. The Goa Chief Minister and his wife also took part in a religious function at the Chetan Jyoti here.
NEW DELHI: The Minister of State for External Affairs, Mr Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday angrily rejected charges of impropriety as his row with Indian Premier League chief, Mr Lalit K. Modi intensified over the Kochi franchisee and his own friendship with a Kashmiri woman, with the Bharatiya Janata Party demanding his sacking from the government.
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CANACONA: The scarcity of raw mangoes this year has left pickle lovers in Canacona taluka unsatisfied. Mango yield has registered a steep fall in the taluka resulting in a shortage of raw mangoes in the markets. These raw mangoes are used to make pickle.
PWD vehicles left to rust for several months now. (Ashokkumar Desai)
CANACONA: Two municipal vehicles, including recently purchased Ambassador car and Sumo jeep are gathering dust and are left to rust in a damaged shed close to the municipal office and interestingly the municipality has purchased another new car spending around r rupees twelve lakh, complained some prominent residents of Canacona, demanding immediate inquiries in the matter.
Concrete drain covers seen lying on the road near the Valpoi police station. (Abdulla Khan)
VALPOI: Despite many joint complaints by the residents of ward number 3 and 10 of the Valpoi Municipality over the slow pace of work of road widening, GSIDC has failed to complete the work within the stipulated time.
VASCO: Anticipating that the iron ore business, which includes barge industry and other various agencies, in the state will be worst hit if the recent guidelines of the Chinese iron ore trading association on the quality of the ore being imported is implemented, the Goa Barge Owners’ Association has urged the state and central governments to take appropriate action on a war footing.
Mumbai Indians’ Kieron Pollard blasted a stunning 13-ball unbeaten 45 and then produced a superb bowling and fielding performance in Mumbai on Tuesday.
MUMBAI: Kieron Pollard blasted a stunning 13-ball unbeaten 45 and then produced a superb bowling and fielding performance as Mumbai Indians thumped Delhi Daredevils by 39 runs in their IPL match on Tuesday.
CHENNAI: R Ashwin bowled a virulent opening spell before Suresh Raina played an annihilating 78-run knock to bring Chennai Super Kings back in the semi-final hunt as the hosts scored a comprehensive nine-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in their crucial IPL match Tuesday night.
NEW DELHI: Sunil Chhetri is all set to become the first Indian to play for a Major League Soccer side when he makes his official debut for Kansas City Wizards in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup qualifier match against Colorado Rapids.
MAPUSA: Goa Velha Sports Club surrendered their one-goal lead and went down 1-2 to Sporting Clube de Goa in the 1st Division GFA Taca Goa U-20 League 2010, played at Duler grounds here on Tuesday.
MAPUSA: United Club of Nerul registered a 1-0 win over Anjuna Gymkhana to enter the semi-finals of Calangute Panchayat Cup, organised by Calangute Association, played at Poriat grounds, here on Tuesday.
MAPUSA: Nerul Sports Club registered a narrow 2-1 win over Sangolda Lightning to enter the semi-finals of 21st Late V M Salgaoncar Trophy, organized by Saligao Sporting club, played at Sporting grounds, here on Tuesday.
VALPOI: The 19th all India throw ball tournament will be held here on April 16, 17, 18 at Forest Training grounds, Valpoi.
PANAJI: South Central Railway women’s team defeated St Joseph, Tamil Nadu in five sets 11-25, 25-16, 17-25, 25-18, 15-8 in the all India volleyball tournament for men and women being organized by Wilred Leisure Sports Club, Curtorim at St Alex Church grounds, Curtorim.
PANAJI: St Annes Boys, Ponda won the first all Goa 3-a-side floodlit tie-breaker football tournament, organised by Sapna Park Sports and Cultural club, Ponda defeating Holy Cross Moll 2-0 in the finals held at Sapna Park grounds, Curti-Ponda.
PANAJI: Shubam Chowgule and Snehal Divakar won the individual champion trophy in the boys and girls section respectively at the inter-school archery championships, organised by the Sports Authority of Goa (SAG) at Campal sports complex.
PANAJI: Standrik Colaso with 6 points is in sole lead after the 6th round of State chess championships, 2010. He shocked Anurag Mhamal in the 5th round and thereafter Niraj Saripalli in the 6th round and took a one-point lead.
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian no frills carrier AirAsia, owned by a prominent entrepreneur of Goan origin Mr Anthony ‘Tony’ Francis Fernandes, will add six more flights to India this year to tap the growing traffic.
Mr Nilesh Cabral cutting the ribbon to inaugurate the Natural Ice Cream outlet in Vasco on Tuesday. (Sudesh Bhosle)
VASCO: ‘Richie Foods’, a franchisee of Natural Ice Cream of Juhu Scheme, Mumbai inaugurated its fourth outlet in the state at Vasco on Tuesday evening at the hands of Vasco-based businessman, Mr Nilesh Cabral.
NEW DELHI: Capital market regulator SEBI on Tuesday said its ban order will remain in force on new ULIP schemes launched after April 9, 2010. SEBI also said all 14 life insurance companies have been informed of its decision on April 9 order.
NEW DELHI: For the first time since the merger of the two national carriers, Air India’s losses have started to show a declining trend, with the Union Civil Aviation Minister, Mr Praful Patel saying that the “worst is over”.
BANGALORE: Infosys Technologies, second largest software exporter, on Tuesday registered a consolidated net profit of Rs 1600 crore for the quarter-ended March 31, a quarter-on-quarter growth of 2.6 per cent and year-on-year decline of 0.9 per cent.
BANGALORE: India can emerge as the world’s second largest economy in the year 2039, bigger than the US’, if its GDP continues to grow at the rate of eight-nine per cent, says a senior economist.
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How does one buy physical gold coins / bars for investment? What are the formalities involved in buying, storage and reselling physical gold? Paul D’Souza
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NOT many Indians are happy with the prevailing system. Too many disparities have come to be entrenched and too many people have been driven to live on the margin. Corruption of the bureaucracy and the involvement of political masters are too blatant.
THE septuagenarian S G Khanolkar, the president of the Readers Advisory Committee of Ponda has every reason to feel content as he has succeeded in inculcating a reading habit in at least 25 per cent of the local youth and also motivate them to visit libraries.
THE Finance Minister, Mr Pranab Mukherjee directing the chiefs of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA) to “jointly seek a binding legal mandate from an appropriate court” for a final resolution of the regulatory role over who will control the equity exposure of the insurance companies,
Minority Status for Schools
THE interpretation of minority status for educational institutions, by the Chairman of the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions, Justice M S A Siddiqui, is fraught with ominous consequences for Christian educational institutions. Going by this interpretation,
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Kala-Rang a festival of dance, music and theatre will be held from April 15 to 19 at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao.
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Ever wondered what Goa was like culturally, while the Portuguese were here? Ever wondered what the Portuguese did for entertainment? Ever wondered what their music is like?
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Last year, on December 3, Heritage Jazz presented a very innovative and enlightening concept of 'Konkani Rocks' which struck the right chords in the heart of Goa, creating a milestone in the world of Konkani.
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‘Vishu’, the new year of the people of Kerala is one of the important festivals of Kerala. This astronomical or zodiac New Year in Kerala is observed on the first day of the Malayalam month of Medam.
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Shantidham situated in Zalor Village, Carmona is a unique place full of friendly people. hantidham by itself is a fabulous place where you can attain peace of mind with its calm feeling that is transmits.
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Children when exposed to creativity at an early age are blessed with a rich gift and a memorable childhood to cherish upon.
Did you know that the first Chicken Cafreal in Goa was served at Coqueiro? There is history in this simple bar and snack eating joint started way back in 1968, which today is a bustling restaurant right in the heart of Porvorim.
The US President, Mr Barack Obama on Monday opened a 47-nation summit dedicated to keeping nuclear arms from terrorists.
WASHINGTON: The US President, Mr Barack Obama on Monday opened a 47-nation summit dedicated to keeping nuclear arms from terrorists and planned to seek momentum with China in his push for a new round of sanctions on Iran.
The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh speaks during a bilateral meeting with the US President, Mr Barack Obama at Blair House ahead of the nuclear security summit in Washington. (AFP)
WASHINGTON: The President, Mr Barack Obama assured India that the US is “engaging” Pakistan on the issue of trans-border terrorism and shares New Delhi’s concerns over terror outfits plotting attacks on India’s cities during a meeting with the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh.
The government will, within a fortnight start the process for undertaking its ambitious Mining Corridor Project, as announced in the annual state budget for the year 2010-2011.
PANAJI: The government will, within a fortnight start the process for undertaking its ambitious Mining Corridor Project, as announced in the annual state budget for the year 2010-2011.
Indian tennis star Sania Mirza married Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik at a hotel here on Monday after getting a copy of Shoaib’s passport from the city police.
HYDERABAD: Indian tennis star Sania Mirza married Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik at a hotel here on Monday after getting a copy of Shoaib’s passport from the city police.
MARGAO: In order to streamline the procedure of releasing the grants and to maintain the proper records of music teacher/accompanist and educational institutions, the Directorate of Art and Culture has given guidelines to the educational institutions in the state
QUEPEM: The Quepem villagers at a meeting held on Monday has strongly condemned the decision of the South Goa Collector, Mr G P Naik to allow mining trucks to operate from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. via Quepem town, says a press note issued here by committee members, Mr John Travasso and Mr Peter Miranda.
PANAJI: As a part of its service upgradation measures, the directorate of fire and emergency services will soon be purchasing two quick response vehicles with water-based technology,
PANAJI: The solution to the issues raised by the group of seven (G7) supporting the Congress-led government in the state was delayed yet again as the All India Congress Committee president, Ms Sonia Gandhi, and the AICC general secretary in-charge of Goa desk, Mr B K Hariprasad, were on tour of the Karnataka state on Monday.
MARGAO: An egg centre and two kiosks located in the heart of the Margao city was gutted when a fire broke out in the wee hours of Monday. The fire has caused an estimated loss of around Rs 6 lakh. Machinery and other goods have been destroyed.
PANAJI: Health Minister, Mr Vishwajit Rane said that Surla village in Sattari will get new a sub-health centre with a multipurpose health worker who will be available round the clock under National Rural Health Mission.
PANAJI: Bhakti Kulkarni (2242) has become Goa’s first chess Woman International Master (WIM).
NEW DELHI: Sesa Football Academy became the first team from Group B to book a place in the final round of ONGC 2nd Division League after a thumping 7-1 victory over Simla Youngs in their fifth league match played at the Dr Ambedkar Stadium, here on Monday.
MAPUSA: Navelim Villagers Union registered a narrow 2-1 win over Adarsh Yuvak Sangh, Saligao to enter the semi-finals of 21st Late VM Salgaoncar Trophy, organised by Saligao Sporting Club, played at Sporting grounds on Monday.
PANAJI: Dempo Sports Club edged out Salgaocar Sports Club 4-3 in the first match of Taca Goa U-20 League played at Nehru Stadium, Fatorda on Monday.
PANAJI: The ex-students of Regina Mundi High School will organise a dawn-to-dusk basketball tournament at the Regina Mundi School courts on April 25 from 8.30 a.m. onwards.
PANAJI: The Annual General Body meeting of Taekwondo Association of Goa (TAG) will be held on April 18 at 10 a.m. at TAG office, football stadium, Fatorda, Margao.
Margao Municipal Council players receive the winners trophy.
PANAJI: Margao Municipal Council beat South Goa Journalists’ Association in the second successive match to clinch the T20 cricket series 2-0. In the second match played at SAG practice ground, Fatorda, MMC beat SJAG by 44 runs.
Man-of-the-match Harmeet Singh celebrates team’s victory with skipper Adam Gilchirst.
NAGPUR: Rohit Sharma struck a vital half century and shared 82 runs for the fourth-wicket with Monish Mishra (41) as title holders Deccan Chargers beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 13 runs to stay afloat for a semi-final spot in the Indian Premier League here on Monday night.
MUMBAI: The right to compete in the semi-finals already in their pocket, formidable Mumbai Indians would look to keep up the tempo while Delhi Daredevils would do everything to move a step closer to last-four stage when the two sides clash in the Indian Premier League here on Tuesday.
Portsmouth’s Ivorian Striker Aruna Dindane (2nd L) evades a challenge from Tottenham Hotspur’s Honduran player Wilson Palacios (L) during their FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley stadium, England on Sunday. (AFP)
LONDON: Crisis club Portsmouth stunned Tottenham Hotspur with a 2-0 extra-time win as they reached their second FA Cup final in three years at Wembley on Sunday, just a day after being relegated from the Premier League.
AUGUSTA: A week that began with Tiger Woods making his highly anticipated return to competition ended on Sunday when Phil Mickelson wrapped up an emotional three-shot victory at the US Masters.
PANAJI: Water harvesting scheme; land auction of special economic zones (SEZs); and setting up of an IT park are among the immediate priorities of the Goa Directorate of Industries. But the interest from entrepreneurs’ long queue, comprising locals and foreigners,
PANAJI: In about a month from now, Twinoxide, believed to be a solution for pure water, will be launched in Goa by ABM Enterprises, Goa. Just two drops of TwinOxide in one liter of drinking water can completely purify it, said Mr J P Swinkle export director, Twin Oxide International B V Netherlands.
MUMBAI: In a bid to enhance the ability of poor farmers to access bank credit, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development plans to set up over one lakh Joint Liability Groups pan-India this fiscal, its chairman, Mr U C Sarangi on Monday said.
NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: The Union government on Monday said the two regulators SEBI and IRDA have agreed to maintain the status quo that existed before market regulator’s ban on 14 life insurers from raising funds for unit-linked schemes.
WASHINGTON: The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Monday said India was poised to achieve 9-10 per cent economic growth but for this it required protection-free international climate.
BANGALORE: The global IT market is set for a strong recovery this year on signs of a revival in tech spending in the US and other developed countries after over a year of gloom and doom, a study by Forrester Research has revealed.
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Last Friday we looked at the principal features of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) of US. Too good, right? That’s exactly the reason I thought of covering it in this column; many of us might have been tempted to wonder: why cannot we have something like this?
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THE Maoist insurgency in Nepal which has threatened the polity in the Himalayan Republic has reportedly spread its tentacles to a large part of India, including the northeastern frontier areas, which are already ravaged by ethnic strife.
Bury them or cremate them, a dead person should be given a decent farewell; all cultures agree to it. Death is the mother of beauty. It is a rest stop for those to travel into eternal life.
THE observation of the Air Chief Marshal, Mr P V Naik that any decision on use of airpower to tackle the Maoists must follow a clear strategy to minimise collateral damage, has cleared the confusion for the time being about its use in the anti-naxal operation.
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MR Rahul Gandhi and Ms Sonia Gandhi’s silence on the Maoist menace can either be called disappointing or a sign of their political smartness. Both these leaders have been enjoying power without responsibility.
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As a move to encourage among youngsters, the appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of the nation through Indian classical music, Manzil Studio have come up with an interesting musical concert, aptly titled ‘Divine Mood’—the panchsitar ensemble on April 16 at 7 p.m. at Kala Academy.
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PANAJI – The Dinanath Mangueshkar Kala Mandir at the Kala Academy will witness performance of the 2,100th show of the popular Marathi historical drama, ‘Raigadala Jevha Jaag Yete’ (When Raigad Awakes) on April 19; an impressive achievement for a drama written in the early 1960s and on the verge of completing its golden jubilee.
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Allow children to live their age and do not consider childhood as a preparation for the adulthood. This was the message, Fr Roumaldo D’Souza the eminent educationalist of Goa who was recently honoured with Padmashree had for the people.
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Professor D Sundaram, a member of the Tamil Nadu Backward Classes commission stated that the state alone cannot do much to fight practices of social exclusion like untouchability, belief in the caste system etc.
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The third book of Fr Nascimento Mascarenhas of the ‘Follow Me’ series covering the churches of Mormugao and Salcete was released recently by Fr Ventura Lourenco, parish priest of Holy Spirit Church, Margao in the presence of Mr Michael Mascarenhas, brother of Fr Nascimento.
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The Goan Shutterbugs, a group of photography enthusiasts, amateurs or simply anybody who carries a camera, set out to ‘shoot’ the dying trade of toddy-tapping and feni-making at their recent photo-walk co-organised by the Big Foot, Goan Shutterbugs and The CMYK Academy of Photography.
There is a restaurant that has stood rock solid over 3 generations of owners….way back since 1932….. The vision of two enterpreneurs Grandmother Souza and Grandfather Lobo, created an institution on the beahes of Calangute called Souza Lobo.
The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh and his wife, Ms Gursharan Kaur being received on their arrival at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, to attend the nuclear security summit, in Washington on Sunday. PIB
WASHINGTON: The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Sunday began a four-day visit to the US to attend the 42-nation nuclear security summit that will focus on nuclear security and his first bilateral meeting with the US President, Mr Barack Obama since they met in November last year.
After winning kudos, the Manmohan Singh government is facing demands from several states to pick up bulk of the multi-billion tab...
NEW DELHI: After winning kudos, the Manmohan Singh government is facing demands from several states to pick up bulk of the multi-billion tab for implementing the landmark Right to Education Act for which teacher shortage and infrastructure are other key challenges.
With the storing of dead bodies in morgue for conducting post-mortem becoming a major problem, the authorities at the Hospicio Hospital, Margao,
MARGAO: With the storing of dead bodies in morgue for conducting post-mortem becoming a major problem, the authorities at the Hospicio Hospital, Margao, have written a letter to the police asking them to have a separate morgue to store unclaimed and other dead bodies required to carry out the investigations.
PANAJI: In an attempt to encourage education among the children of Dhangars or Goulys from Quepem, Sanguem, Sattari and Bicholim talukas, the social welfare department is in the process of acquiring 201 cycles to be distributed to Dhangar students shortly.
A coconut tree whose nuts have been infested by pests. (Ramesh Savaikar)
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BICHOLIM: The considerable drop of about 40-50 per cent of coconut yield due to mite attack and unfavorable climatic condition this year in Bicholim taluka have become a matter of deep concern to agriculturists and coconut growers.
An allegedly illegal laterite stone quarry operating at Canacona.
CANACONA: Despite a ban being in force, illegal extraction of laterite stones and sand is still going on in full swing in different parts of Canacona, on land that belongs to the government, the devasthanas and others.
PANAJI: Goan school children are going to get a chance to visit ISRO/DRDO missile centres at Bangalore and Hyderabad, during this summer vacation. And this has been organised by the Mission Avishkar Science Centre.
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VALPOI: In the Sattari taluka, beginning with the onset on summer and ending just before the onset of monsoon, the primary occupation is of cashew cultivation. However, the related activity of feni or uraak production is the secondary occupation.
VASCO: A minor quarrel between two friends, who were having a drink on the weekend, led to one of them stabbing the other, at Mangrupai, Verna, in the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday.
Dempo’s Roberto Mendes Silva (C ) in pursuit of the ball as he his closely guarded by East Bengal players during their I-League match at Kolkata on Sunday.
KOLKATA: Dempo SC jumped to the top of I-league standing after handing a 1-0 defeat to East Bengal in a round 20 clash at theYuba Bharati Kirangan (YBK) here today.
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PANAJI: Star Dempo goalkeeper Abhijit Mondal produced one of the stellar performances under the bar in the on-going I-League when he single-handedly thwarted the East Bengal challenge to ensure that his club clinched the contest 1-0 at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata on Sunday evening.
PANAJI: Dempo coach Armando Colaco and team manager Mr Custodio Almeida today credited the win over East Bengal as “terrific”.
“We were determined to win as it was crucial for the team’s cause as 3 points were vital to put us back on top spot,” stated coach Armando when this reporter contacted him in Kolkata.
Players of Wilred Leisure Goa and South Central Railway seen in action during the All India Invitational Volleyball championship at Curtorim on Sunday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
PANAJI: St Joseph Tamil Nadu defeated hosts Wilred Goa 25-13, 25-16, 25-8 in the inaugural women’s match of all India volleyball tournament for men and women’s being organized by Wilred Leisure Sports Club, Curtorim at St Alex Church grounds, Curtorim. In their second match, the Goans lost 25-15, 25-8 to South Central Railway.
Churchill Bros and Shillong Lajong players fight for possession during the I-League encounter at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Sunday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Defending champions Churchill Bros lived on the edge to post a narrow 1-0 victory over a spirited Shillong Lajong FC in a tantalizing I-league match played at Nehru stadium, Fatorda, on Sunday.
NEW DELHI: An acrimonious spat has erupted between Churchill Brothers patron Churchill Alemao and AIFF General Secretary Alberto Colaco with the former questioning the latter’s authority in show causing him for making comments on the poor standard of refereeing in the country.
JAIPUR: Captain Sachin Tendulkar led from the front with an unbeaten 59-ball 89, his highest Indian Premier League score, as Mumbai Indians beat Rajasthan Royals by 37 runs to become the first team to seal its place in the semifinals of the Twenty20 event on Sunday.
NEW DELHI: Kings XI Punjab put a dent in the Delhi Daredevils’ play-off aspirations with a convincing seven-wicket victory at Delhi’s Ferozeshah Kotla ground on Sunday.
PANAJI: The board of directors of Goa Carbon Ltd. (GCL) recently approved the audited results for the fourth quarter and full year ended March 31, 2010. A Dempo group company, GCL is the second largest manufacturer of Calcined Petroleum Coke (CPC) in the country.
CHENNAI: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA) has asked 14 life insurers to defy the ban imposed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on selling unit linked insurance policies (ULIP).
PANAJI: The Goa Handicrafts Rural and Small Scale Industries Development Corporation has organised a Aparant Maand- an exhibition cum sale of exquisite handicrafts and allied items, at Chatrapati Shivaji Maidan, Bicholim from April 11 to 18.
MUMBAI: Growing concerns about runaway inflation and signs of stable economic recovery may prompt the Reserve Bank to hike its key short-term rates and cash reserve ratio by 0.25-0.5 per cent at its annual monetary policy on April 20, top bankers today said.
DHAKA: India should invest in Bangladesh’s energy sector, which requires up to $10 billion to generate electricity and another $2 billion to mine coal over the next five years, the headof a Bangladesh-India business group said on Sunday.
COIMBATORE: Farmers have been advised by Tamil Nadu Agricultural University not to stock sunflower seeds after harvest and to sell them as there was little chance of increase in the price of the commodity.
MUMBAI: Even as the Indian hospitality is back on recovery, global players such as Golden Tulip and Premier Inn are betting big on the budget hotel segment,that boomed during the economic downturn.
JAIPUR: Delhi is the top destination for foreign tourists followed by Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu while the North-East is fast emerging as a significant preference, said a FICCI-Evalue serves study on India Inbound Tourism released here today.
BY NANDKUMAR KAMAT
BEING a proud alumni, a science graduate of Miramar’s Dhempe College of Arts and Science, my joy knew no bounds when I read the news of my college getting the prestigious ‘A’ grade by NAAC.
THE US Secretary of State, Ms Hillary Clinton is known for her no-nonsense and often terse remarks which is why her observation at the University of Louisville, just a day ahead of the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh’s visit to the US that India and Pakistan have pursued nuclear weapons “in a way that has upset the balance of nuclear deterrence” ought to be taken seriously.
ON ethical ground the Home Minister, Mr Ravi Naik may be right in refusing to head the committee constituted by the government to go into the issue of realignment of National Highway 4A from Mollem to Panaji
Hope and Prayer Heals All
WE have seen how weak humans can be–even those in the service of the Lord. Let us not be surprised at the sex scandal which has hurt the Church so badly.
Women’s representation in Indonesia’s parliament has seen its ups and downs but has improved over time overall. For some years, the proportion of women in Indonesia’s parliament was dismal. Despite affirmative action, it hovered around 10 per cent.
Recent Muslim-identity-crisis films like ‘New York’, ‘Kurbaan’ and ‘My Name Is Khan’ have a common thread running underneath the romance, suspense and terrorism. They are rooted on foreign soil. Are these filmmakers playing safe by placing their central character in foreign soil wracked by the 9/11 tragedy? Or, is it safer to get films with such sensitive subjects in the background of another country? Shoma A Chatterji probes
The merit of shooting a Muslim-identity crisis Hindi film on foreign soil is that the major Muslim characters in the film are stripped of their clichéd screen stereotype.
By Ambikanand Sahay
All those who are viewing the Sania-Shoaib saga with jaundiced eyes may not be well-conversant with Indian scriptures or, for that matter, history. Nor are they aware of the subtle socio-cultural changes that have been taking place in post-modern India.
By Dhananjaya Bhat
Built in 1511 (five-hundred-years-ago) the Suralu palace, 40 kilometres from the temple town of Udupi in Karnataka, is the only standing example of a mud palace in India. But the sad fact is that it has been sadly neglected as an architectural treasure and may fall to pieces in a matter of decades.
By Kamayani Bali-Mahabal
The Supreme Court (SC) of India recently suggested legalising prostitution as a solution to the reality that, despite a raft of law, there is a rapid proliferation of the sex trade.
By Tomazinho Cardozo
In every society the culture, conduct and values are very strongly related to the language spoken. Literature is the mirror of culture in society and literature is based on language which plays a main part in man’s socialisation.
By Dr Kasturi Desai
This year by the end of March itself the temperature rose closely up to 40º F. As a result of extensive tree cutting for urbanisation and developmental activities, one is witnessing a change in the Goan climate.
By Khushwant Singh
With the voluntary confessions of Kasab in Mumbai and Headley in Chicago we have a near complete picture of the personnel and planning, which went into the meticulously carried out carnage that took place in Mumbai on November 26, 2008.
By Meher Castelino
There are seaside resorts around the world but I don’t think many can beat the beauty of the Gold Coast in Brisbane, Australia where the Surfer’s Paradise is one of the most popular spots. Our visit to Australia had to have the Gold Coast marked into our program.
By Nicholas Morine
If you live in a warm climate for most of the year or are taking a vacation way down south, it is important to ensure that your wardrobe is suitable.
By Kennedy D’Silva
India has always been in the limelight as great organisers of mega sports events including the recently held FIH world cup hockey, the 2010 Commonwealth Games that are due to be held in Delhi in October.
By Dr Nandkumar Kamat
The international science journal ‘Nature’ has come out with a special issue ‘The Human Genome at Ten’ on April 1, to celebrate the occasion of completion of a decade of publication of the first ‘rough draft’ of the human genome.
By Rahul Bhattacharya
Tweeting after watching the Indian telecast of the IPL for the first time, cricket’s most lovable commentator, David Lloyd, fell foul of Indian fans. He thought it a fantastic tournament, but the coverage “nonsense”, “unwatchable”, “just ads and daft interviews”.
TV grab taken off Polish Public TV channel 2 on Saturday shows wreckage of the Tupolev Tu-154 aircraft that crashed near Smolensk airport in Russia. (AFP)
MOSCOW: Polish President Lech Kaczynski and some of the country’s highest military and civilian leaders died on Saturday when the presidential plane crashed as it came in for a landing in thick fog in western Russia, killing all the 97 people on board the Presidential plane.
The Home Minister and Ponda MLA, Mr Ravi Naik on Saturday refused to head the committee appointed by the government...
PONDA: The Home Minister and Ponda MLA, Mr Ravi Naik on Saturday refused to head the committee appointed by the government to go into the realignment of the National Highway 4A (NH4A) from Mollem to Panaji, saying that the norm is that the concerned minister who holds the portfolio is appointed the head.
Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has banned 14 life insurance companies...
MUMBAI: Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has banned 14 life insurance companies, including those belonging to Tatas, SBI, ICICI, HDFC and Reliance Anil Ambani Group from raising funds through unit-linked schemes, a move on which insurance regulator feels that the firms should take legal recourse.
NEW DELHI/WASHINGTON: The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on Saturday embarked on a visit to the US to attend the Nuclear Security Summit which begins on Monday.
PANAJI: The major and traditional mine owners in Goa are concerned about China pulling the plug on iron ore traders importing low grade material on speculative purchases.
Waste-filled nullah in the market is crying for attention in Ponda city. (Roque Dias)
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PONDA: There are five nullahs running through Ponda, besides the main Kapleshwari nullah, which come under the jurisdiction of the Water Resource Department, and all these nullahs are now needed to be cleared of the waste dumped in them to prevent the city from flooding with the arrival of monsoon.
PANAJI: The Dhempe College of Arts and Science, Miramar has acquired a unique distinction of having dual achievement to its credit namely accreditation with ‘A Grade’ from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Bangalore,
BY DANIEL F DE SOUZA
Of late the port town of Vasco which is a planned city is beset with multiple woes relating to lack of infrastructure as well as amenities.
Film: Lalbaug Parel (Marathi), Cast: Seema Biswas, Sachin Khedekar, Directed by: Mahesh V. Manjrekar, Duration: 140 mins
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Film: Prince, Cast: Vivek Oberoi, Bikinis, Hot Pants, Directed by: Kookie Gulati, Duration: 135 Mins, Rating: * 1 / 2
Film: Date Night, Cast: Steve Carell, Tina Fey, Directed by: Shawn Levy, Duration: 88 Minutes, Rating: * * 1 /2
Film: Green Zone, Cast: Matt Damon, Greg Kinnear, Directed by: Paul Greengrass, Duration: 115 mins, Rating: * * * *
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As a part of academic activities, the Kala Academy’s School of Drama is presenting One Act Plays and Dramas as an Annual Examination evaluation process every year.
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A childhood ambition to do something for the environment continues to tug at Prakash Achrekar’s heart who is a retired laboratory assistant and presently an astrologer and shopkeeper.
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Summer vacation has begun and most of us are hunting for places to beat the heat. Be it spots like beaches, springs, or waterfalls they are indeed pulling crowd!
By Rohit R Phalgaonkar
Many times rare antiques or vestiges of the ancient period are found around temples in Goa. These include sculptures, images, parts of carved wooden beams, old lamps, bells etc.
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‘The photoflare 2010’ an international photography festival organised in association with Sunaparanta Goa Centre for the Arts along with GEC Photography Club was formally inaugurated by the artist, Subodh Kerkar on Saturday.
Cuisine: Seafood, Must try: Continental preparations, Timimgs: Open for lunch and dinner.
Taking responsibility for the worst Naxalite carnage on security forces, the Home Minister Mr P Chidambaram
NEW DELHI: Taking responsibility for the worst Naxalite carnage on security forces, the Home Minister Mr P Chidambaram offered his resignation from the cabinet to the Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who on Friday rejected it.
The government on Friday constituted a committee headed by the Home Minister, Mr Ravi Naik to suggest...
PANAJI: The government on Friday constituted a committee headed by the Home Minister, Mr Ravi Naik to suggest alignments to the proposed widening of National Highway 4A from Mollem to Panaji and help save hundreds of houses from demolition that come in way of the proposed widening.
50 MLD water treatment plant under construction at Assonora.
PANAJI: Once the new 50 million litre per day (MLD) water treatment plant at Assonoro gets operational by May end, the water woes of the Bardez taluka would be solved once and for all, said the executive engineer, Mr Kamaladinni.
Pet bottle tubes, machinery and other material worth Rs 1 crore were gutted in fire reported during wee hours on Friday at Fine Pet, the company manufacturing pet bottles at Sancoale Industrial Estate. (Sudesh Bhosle)
VASCO: In a major fire reported at the pet bottle manufacturing company at the Sancoale Industrial Estate at Zuarinagar, Sancoale during wee hours on Friday, pet bottle tubes, machinery and other material worth Rs 1 crore was gutted.
Dark clouds seen gathering in the sky over Panaji city on Friday. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: The low pressure belt presently formed in the Arabian Sea, along the Karnataka coastline will result in cloudy weather in Goa, for the next two days. The state is already experiencing overcast sky since April 8.
PANAJI: Mr Shantaram Naik, MP, Rajya Sabha, has decried the stand of the Union Minister for Road Transport, Mr Kamal Nath, that the government would bypass Goa if the land was not made available for national highway projects in Goa, and said this would cause immense injustice to the state.
MAPUSA: The Anjuna police, continuing their major offensive against tourist overstaying in their jurisdiction, on Friday, arrested two more Nigerians in this respect. Their names were disclosed as Chinemyeike Prosper Mozie (32), and Mworah Feavour Ucaechukwa (31).
VASCO: The fears expressed by Vasco residents more than a month back, that a huge tree near the railway station was cut to make way for a massive hoarding have come true.
VASCO: Industrialist Mr Narayan Bandekar, alias Nana, inaugurated a reading room for the residents of New Vaddem, Vasco. The reading room was the initiative of the local councillor and former Mormugao Municipal Council chairman, Mr Carlos Almeida to inculcate the habit of reading amongst the residents of New Vaddem.
PANAJI: The All India Football Federation has served a show cause notice on Churchill Bros Sports Club patron, Mr Churchill Alemao, PWD Minister, for his recent comments against match officials of the country besides referring the matter to AIFF disciplinary committee.
KOLKATA: Coach Karim Bencherifa has a score to settle when Salgaocar SC take on his former club Mohun Bagan in the 20th round of ONGC I-Leauge at Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Saturday.
MAPUSA: An inspirational brace from striker Xavier Clemente enabled United Club Nerul to down host Calangute Association by 2-1 margin, to enter the semi-finals of Calangute Panchayat Cup, at Poriat grounds here on Friday.
Piyush Chawla got rid of Mumbai Indians’ big hitters, including Sachin Tendulkar.
MOHALI: Captain Kumar Sangakkara weighed in with a fine 56 as Kings XI Punjab condemned Mumbai Indians to their second consecutive defeat in the IPL at the PCA stadium on Friday.
MAPUSA: Navelim Villagers Union entered the semi-finals of the 21st Late V M Salgaoncar Trophy, organised by Saligao Sporting club, with a 4-2 win via tiebreaker, over Arpora Sporting Club, played at Sporting grounds, here on Friday.
PANAJI: The Goa State Chess Association in association with Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias and Sports Authority of Goa will conduct the senior state chess championships cum National ‘B’ selection tournament from April 11 to 15 at Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias, Miramar.
NEW DELHI: The 3G spectrum auction was off to a smooth start on Friday with top telecom operators, including Bharti, Vodafone, RCom and Tatas, in the fray to acquire the radio waves that could fetch the government up to Rs 35,000 crore.
NEW DELHI: Provident fund authorities on Friday deferred a decision on interest rate to be paid on deposits for 2010-11 following demand from trade unions to raise it to a level (9.5-10 per cent) that could leave the fund managers with a deficit.
India’s car sales have jumped by 25 per cent in the last financial year with customers rushing out to buy new models as the nation’s economy rebounded, industry figures showed on Friday. (AFP)
NEW DELHI: The country’s apex auto body, Society for Indian Automobile Manufacturers on Friday said that increase in the commodity prices coupled with other factors like hike in excise duty, new emission norms, rising interest rates and inflation along with weak key exports market may force the car makers to increase the prices of their products by 8-10 per cent.
MUMBAI: Private air-carrier, Jet Airways, on Friday said it was mulling a fare hike by 10-15 per cent this quarter to offset rising fuel prices and that it would not add any routes this fiscal.
QINGDAO: China’s iron ore trading association has banned its members from importing ore with a less than 60 per cent iron content, three trade sources said on Thursday.
PANAJI: Sesa Goa Ltd has been conferred with the NMDCC (Goa) award for Best Barge Operator for the year 2009-2010.
PANAJI: Dr Amey Velingker, senior consultant, orthopaedics and joint replacement surgeon, Apollo Victor Hospitals, has used the advanced helmet system known as Provision Zero-G,
MUMBAI: Stock markets on Friday bounced back with the benchmark Sensex rallying 219 points on aggressive buying by funds in anticipation of good fourth quarter earnings by corporate.
BY INDER MALHOTRA
IN this country, once a champion of the Palestinian cause, there has of late been little interest in West Asia, even though the situation there is worsening, thanks to Israel’s escalating intransigence under its current prime minister, Mr Binyamin Netanyahu.
The Home Minister, Mr P Chidambaram’s offer to quit owning ‘full responsibility’ for the Dantewada massacre has come as the real anti-climax. How could a person with a strong determination to end the Naxalite menace with an iron hand prefer to take to this course?
The incredible indifference of the people towards the recently held elections to the Zilla Panchayats in the state explicitly underlined that this institution was losing its relevance. Either in South Goa or in North Goa, peoples’ indifference was the matter of concern for the future of the Zilla Panchayats.
Goa’s Sports Policy
THE state government’s sports policy to award marks to sportspersons who excel at various levels, is very commendable. Sportspersons deserve all the encouragement that we can give them.
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‘Camroon Creation’ a cultural organisation from Ucassaim-Paliyem in Bardez Taluka present `Vadhya Sangeet Sammelan’, a classical music concert in collaboration with the Art and Culture Department of Goa, on April 10 at 5 p.m. at the Camroon Kingdom open air hall, Ucassaim-Paliyem. This music festival is unique in many ways.
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Sujata Singbal’s novel ‘Atmabhan’ and her collection of short stories ‘Sweekar’ was released yesterday at a function in Panaji. Present on the occasion was Konkani writers Pundalik Naik and Damodar Mauzo, Publisher Dilip Borkar, Kamini Kini and the director of Dempo Group of Companies, Ms Pallavi Dempo.
By Nadia D’Silva
“We have not come here to put on a show, nor are we here to entertain you. We’ve come to praise God here with you,” said Peter the lead singer of the thirteen member British gospel band, Hillsong.
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Great strides have been made in different fields for the upliftment of women. Whether in the political or economical arena, women have constituted an important work force.
After ‘Police’ and ‘Police II’, comedian Agostinho tries his hand at presenting a tale of the practitioners of law. ‘Advogad’ is a story of good and bad advocates, their clients and other characters.
BY J P PEREIRA
Oldrin Sequeira’s latest tiatr titled ‘Rajkaronn’ is a hard hitting take on the politics practiced by the corrupt and evil politician’s of the day who usually have the support of greedy businessman and media persons. This is a tale of evil, greed, hunger for power and Goa’s quick deterioration into a haven for drugs.
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VASCO-In an effort to inculcate healthy reading habits among the citizens, a first of its kind reading room was inaugurated at the hands of industrialist, Mr Narayan alias Nana Bandekar on Thursday at New- Vaddem in Vasco.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
‘Boy! You sound just like a school marm,’ hubby dear commented when I lectured him on the perils of overindulgence, ‘you go yakitty-yak-yak, once the ‘kida’ is in your brain…’ Luckily the rest of the sentence was left incomplete otherwise it would be his brains that would get the benefit of a ‘real kida.’
“We have taken a decision to institute an inquiry into what went wrong,” Home Minister, Mr P Chidambaram told reporters on a volley of questions on Tuesday’s attack"
NEW DELHI: Acknowledging that “something went wrong” in the worst-ever Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh, government on Thursday decided to set up an inquiry into the incident that claimed lives of 76 security personnel.
There were “internal deficiencies” in the way the CRPF carried out the Dantewada operation, Army chief General V K Singh said on Thursday
NEW DELHI: There were “internal deficiencies” in the way the CRPF carried out the Dantewada operation, Army chief General V K Singh said on Thursday, adding the battalion involved was not trained by the army.
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PANAJI: The Education Minister and the Taleigao MLA, Mr Atanasio Monserrate, his wife Ms Jennifer Monserrate, former mayor, Mr Tony Rodrigues and 34 others remained present at the Judicial Magistrate First Class, Panaji on Thursday as per the notices sent to them by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the case of attack on city police station.
PANAJI: The Commissioner of the Corporation of the City of Panaji, Mr Elvis Gomes on Thursday placed a report before the market committee of the Corporation, giving present status of the shops as well as vacant spaces in the new city municipal market complex.
PANAJI: The Commissioner of Commercial Taxes, Mr Vallabh Kamat has said that his department fell short of the target of Rs 1,600 crore by Rs 200 crore (one-eighth of the set target by the government) due to downward revision of petroleum products in the just concluded financial year 2009-10.
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PANAJI: The former chairperson of North Goa Zilla Panchayat, Ms Amol Morajkar finds herself in the midst of a controversy following allegations over the tendering of 86 project works amounting to Rs 3.5 crore,
PANAJI: Alleging that the government is selectively fixing the alignment of the widening of NH-4A by avoiding structures of certain influential people, the Leader of the Opposition, Mr Manohar Parrikar on Thursday said that this would necessitate demolition of more than 1,000 structures,
The Communist Party of India’s Goa State Council took out a protest rally in the capital city in support of the call given by the central left parties against anti-people and anti-working class policies, pursued by the Congress government at the Centre and the state. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: The Communist Party of India took out a protest rally on Thursday in the city in support of the call given by the central left parties against anti-people and anti-working class policies, pursued by the Congress government at the Centre and the state, which have led to the unchecked price rise, continuing job losses, unemployment, mass hunger and poverty.
PANAJI: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat has said that the work for construction of three major bridges (Zuari, Galgibag and Talpona) on National Highway 17 would be taken up on top priority by the firm that has been selected to broaden the highway.
MAPUSA: The Anjuna police, in two separate incidents on Thursday, arrested two Nigerians, one for overstaying and the other for possession of cocaine.
Canacona villagers selling their locally grown vegetables and fruit at the Chaudi market, Canacona, on Wednesday. (Ashokkumar Desai)
CANACONA: As summer sets in, prices of green vegetables and seasonal fruit continue to soar. This is due to the increasing demand due to the tourist season, coupled with a poor crop, because of the heavy rains that were experienced at the beginning of October 2009, in Canacona taluka.
MARGAO: Title aspirants Dempo Sports Club will leave Goan shores on Friday perhaps to play one of the most vital I-League tie against East Bengal later on Sunday at Kolkata.
Bayern Munich’s Dutch striker Arjen Robben celebrates scoring against Manchester United in the Champions League second leg quarter-final at Old Trafford on Wednesday. (AFP)
MANCHESTER: Arjen Robben capped a surprising comeback Wednesday by scoring with a late volley to send Bayern Munich into the Champions League semi-finals on away goals despite a 3-2 loss at 10-man Manchester United.
BORDEAUX (FRANCE): Olympique Lyon reached the Champions League semi-finals for the first time despite losing 1-0 at French rivals Girondins Bordeaux on Wednesday.
MAPUSA: Francisco Rebello’s inspirational three-goal blitz enabled Candolim Sports Club to register a 3-1 win over Sao Minguel Taleigao to enter the semis of the Calangute Panchayat Cup, organised by Calangute Association, at Poriat grounds on Thursday.
MAPUSA: Hosts Saligao Sporting Club registered a solitary goal win over Sinquerim Sports Club to enter the quarters of the Late VM Salgaoncar Trophy played at Sporting grounds, on Thursday.
PANAJI: Two Goan softball players Nehal Kuncolkar and Devesh Kerkar were among the Indian softball team probables, which will train for the ensuing 2nd Asian Youth Softball championships to be held at Navi Mumbai in the second week of December, 2010.
PANAJI: Mr Magan S Borkar was elected president of United Sports Club, Mardol for 3-year term (1-4-10 to 31-3-13) at the annual general body meeting held on March 28.
PANAJI: The Panjim Table Tennis Club in association with Sports Authority of Goa will organise a Diet Table Tennis Camp at Indoor Stadium, Campal-Panaji, from 12th to 30th April.
NEW DELHI: The much-awaited, first-ever auction of radio frequency spectrum for third generation (3G) telephony in India will kick off Friday with top telecom firms such as Bharti Airtel and Reliance Communications bidding for airwaves in all 22 service areas.
PANAJI: Goa State Horticultural Corp Ltd (GSHCL), the marketing arm of the Goa Agriculture Department, has increased mobile vans from six to 10 carrying essential commodities to 140 villages.
LONDON: Indian-focused mining group Vedanta posted record quarterly production of iron ore and aluminium in its fourth quarter ended March 2010, helping it take advantage of rising metal prices.
PANAJI: The Women’s Wing of the Goa Chamber of Commerce (GCCI) is organizing its fourth four-day exhibition from April 9 to 12, at the Azad Maidan, Panjim.
By Tensing Rodrigues
US healthcare reform bill has been making news for last few weeks; well, anything US makes news ! Hence I did not give it much attention. But when I saw a couple of letters to the editor in this paper commenting on the bill, I thought may be we need to give it a look.
By P Raman
SOCIALISM IS a term that can mean many things to many people. But we never thought the word ‘economic reform’, which has been a key to the great globalisation, will meet with a similar fate.
A sessions court in Patna has sentenced to death 16 members of a landlords’ private army Ranavir Sena for leading a savage assault on Dalit community and carrying out a massacre in which 58 persons on the night of December 1, 1997, in Laxmanpur-Bathe in Bihar.
The board of directors of Goa Tourism Development Corporation is determined to create world-class infrastructure for promoting hinterland, education, adventure and other tourism products at a cost of Rs 500 crore. For this it also intends to hire a consultant.
Garbage Menace in Margao
FOR long, the garbage generated in the South Goa Planning and Development Authority market complex is dumped in open spaces in nearby areas particularly in the precincts of District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum.
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Jazz Goa is all about promoting Goa’s immense music talent. The first album to roll out of Jazz Goa’s state of the art recording studio in Sangolda, features some of Goa’s most accomplished artistes that includes singers Chrystal Farrell, Zezinho Fernandes,
BY PRATIMA ACHREKAR
Rádio e Televisão de Portugal (RTPi), the popular Portuguese channel will be airing their 50th episode of their documentary show Contacto Goa on April 13 and 14.
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The Big Foot Cross Museum Foundation celebrated Easter with the message ‘propagate love and forgiveness’.
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GGG’s founder Rui Lobo has invited Andrew Norman, from the Isle of Wight, England to conduct a workshop for brass instrument players (Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone and Tuba) on April 10.
By Cedric Silveira
Evita Pereira e Silva and Rudi D’Silva, both accomplished artists from Benaulim, are all set to host their first combined exhibition on the April 9, at 5 p.m. at Kala Academy, Panaji.
BY ROHIT R PHALGAONKAR
Goa’s history ancient dates to circa 5th century AD when King Devraj Bhoj ruled from Chandor or the ancient Chandrapur. Goa then came under many other ancient dynasties like the Chalukyas from Badami, South Konkan Shilahars.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
Have you ever left a restaurant holding onto memories of a great experience? Well I had my hand clenched tight as the buggy moved us across the vast ‘greens’ of the Park Hyatt.
A day after the worst-ever Maoist attack in which 76 CRPF personnel were killed in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday
AHMEDABAD/JAGDALPUR: A day after the worst-ever Maoist attack in which 76 CRPF personnel were killed in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, Indian Air Force (IAF) chief Air Chief Marshal P V Naik on Wednesday said in Ahmedabad that he was not in favour of using air power in anti-Naxal operations.
Sixteen persons were on Wednesday sentenced to death by a Bihar court for their involvement in the Jehanabad carnage in 1997.
PATNA: Sixteen persons were on Wednesday sentenced to death by a Bihar court for their involvement in the Jehanabad carnage in 1997 when 58 unarmed Dalits were killed by the Ranbir Sena, a private militia of landlords.
PANAJI: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat has said that he was yet to receive the letter written by the Transport Minister, Mr Ramkrishna Dhavlikar seeking a vigilance inquiry into the tendering process for high security registration plates and involvement of former transport minister, Mr Pandurang Madkaikar
A rescue worker carries a baby as other victims are helped after the landslide in Rio de Janeiro.
RIO DE JANEIRO: Over 24 hours of torrential downpours in and around Brazil’s second-largest city have claimed have killed at least 93 people, firefighters said. Half of the fatalities were in the Rio de Janeiro suburbs of Niteroi and Sao Gonzalo, while 33 people died in Rio proper.
BANGKOK: Thailand’s embattled premier declared a state of emergency in Bangkok on Wednesday after protesters stormed Parliament in a dramatic escalation of their bid to topple the government.
PANAJI: In a bid to convert the Goa Tourism Development Corporation into a profit-making Corporation, its board of directors has decided to develop, upgrade or renovate around 35 properties in the state through public-private partnership, at a cost of whopping Rs 500 crore.
PANAJI: The department of water resources has chalked out a scheme for regularly supplying 30 MLD of water tapped from the Selaulim pipeline at Sao Jose de Areal to the Verna industrial estate, so as to prevent the depletion of water level on the Verna Plateau as well as in the villages located around the plateau.
BY H N SUBRAHMANYA
Incidents of dog bite are on the rise and even as the stray dog menace continues unabated, the government still struggles to find a solution to the problem.
Buffaloes seen grazing in a field at Merces. (Nandesh Kambli|)
PANAJI: The efforts of the government to introduce green fodder to the cattle owners, and do away with the primitive practice of feeding dry paddy straw to the cattle, which reduces milk production, is facing major constraints.
PANAJI: The state spokesperson of the Bharatiya Janata Party and ex-president of party’s Goa unit, Mr Rajendra Arlekar on Wednesday said that the BJP is a political party established for common man and would carry out works ranging from tackling important problems of national importance to handling the predicaments of general public. He also said that the BJP workers need to help the party in this direction.
MARGAO: A meeting at the Collectorate on Wednesday saw an assurance given by representatives of the Quepem mining truck operators that they would reduce truck traffic by 40 per cent.
MUMBAI: The visiting US Treasury Secretary, Mr Timothy Geithner on Wednesday said Washington will closely work with New Delhi to promote a more balanced and greater economic cooperation between the two nations.
NEW DELHI: Market regulator SEBI has cut down by nearly half the listing time for companies to 12 days after completing the initial public offer. The new rule would be effective from May 1.
MUMBAI: National carrier Air India on Tuesday named expat Mr Gustav Baldauf as its chief operating officer, who along with the CMD, Mr Arvind Jadhav, will play a key role in turning around the loss-making airline.
KOCHI: Seafood exports are set to rise this fiscal due to favourable policies of the central government and the industry’s expansion to new markets in China and Southeast Asia, according to the Seafood Exporters Association of India (SEAI).
CHENNAI: Renault-Nissan and Daimler on Wednesday announced equity swap and a programme to jointly launch cars and light commercial vehicles.
PANAJI: Axis Bank opened a branch at Rajdeep Galleria, near municipal garden, Ponda at the hands of Mr S M Dandekar, senior vice president and regional retail head, rest of Maharashtra and Goa, Axis Bank.
PANAJI: The Panaji branch of the NKGSB bank was inaugurated by His Holiness Shivanand Saraswati Swamiji of Shree Saunathan Gaudpadacharya Kavle Math at a function recently.
NEW DELHI: Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Wednesday launched a new i20 car with two additional variants - Era and Sportz - priced in the range of Rs 4.51-5.31 lakh.
By Tensing Rodrigues
Can you give me some information on commodities trading? Abdul Ghafoor. Commodities offer an opportunity to diversify your portfolio beyond shares, bonds and real estate. Retail investors, however, should understand the returns and risks of trading in commodity futures before taking a leap.
A JCT import leaps over two Sporting Clube players to meet an aerial ball during the I-League encounter at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Wednesday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Sporting Clube de Goa continued their revival with a well composed 1-0 victory over a subdued JCT Mills Phagwara in their I-League match played at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Wednesday.
MUMBAI: In the local derby, table toppers Mahindra United and their city rivals Mumbai FC played a goalless draw at the Cooperage grounds in a round 20 clash of the ONGC I-League, here on Wednesday.
PANAJI: Dempo and Sarvodaya Sporting took first innings lead in their drawn matches of the 3-day GPL cricket tournament on Wednesday. At MCC, Sarvodaya Sporting took a 95-run first inning lead over Al-Fatah of Vasco.
MAPUSA: Hosts Calangute Association Sports Club had to wait for the sudden death to get past Sodiem Siolim Sports Club, with a 6-5 win, to enter the quarter-finals of the Calangute Panchayat Cup, at Poriat grounds, here on Wednesday.
Lionel Messi (C) is congratulated by his Barcelona team-mates for scoring against Arsenal at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on Tuesday. (Josep Lago)
BARCELONA: Lionel Messi produced a stellar performance in the Champions League, netting all four goals as Barcelona beat Arsenal 4-1 to set up a semi-finals date against Inter Milan.
MAPUSA: Aveline Fernandes’ four-goal blitz enabled Adarsh Yuvak Sangh Saligao to register a 5-1 win over United Club Benaulim, to enter the quarter-finals of 21st Late V M Salgaoncar Trophy, organised by Saligao Sporting Club, at Sporting grounds, here on Wednesday.
Shoaib Malik with Sania Mirza in Hyderabad.
HYDERABAD: In a dramatic turnaround, Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik on Wednesday divorced Ayesha Siddiqui, the local girl whom he had married seven years ago, under a compromise worked out by Muslim community leaders paving the way for his marriage with tennis star Sania Mirza on April 15.
BY PRAFUL BIDWAI
THE reconstitution of the National Advisory Council under Ms Sonia Gandhi, announced by India’s United Progressive Alliance government, is good news. The original NAC died prematurely because Ms Gandhi quit it in 2006 over the office-of-profit controversy.
THE Afghanistan President, Mr Hamid Karzai has never been chummy with the US President, Mr Barack Obama. But the harsh words used by Mr Karzai against the West, accusing them of orchestrating electoral fraud to undermine his administration and run a ‘puppet’ regime has widened the chasm between the two leaders.
WHATEVER the political consideration, the Transport Minister, Mr Sudin Dhavalikar’s intiative with a letter to the Chief Minister calling for a thorough vigilance probe in the tender process of the High Security Registration Plates (HSRP) scam, is in public interest.
Non-Availability of Water
THE summer season is upon us with a vengeance and with the temperatures rising each day, water has become an extremely indispensable commodity.
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The CII Goa State Office with the CII – LM Thapar Centre for Competitiveness is organising a two-day programme on Effective Inventory Management and Becoming Lean - Keys to Waste Management on April 8 and 9, from 09:30 to 06:00 at the Convention Hall – Hotel Mandovi Panaji.
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MARGAO: More than 3000 delegates from advertising and allied industries are slated to attend Goafest – the country’s largest intellectual exchange in the world of advertising and media.
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With an aim of inculcating the zeal to creatively express love through words, The Navhind Times held a Valentine’s Day contest for its readers. The prize distribution ceremony for the same was held at the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industries.
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In order to invite Goan Gujaratis for the Maha-Adhiveshan to be held at Gujarat, revenue minister, Ms Anandi Patel came down to Goa to attend the Swarnim Gujarati function.
BY ARTI DAS
The scorching summer heat is fast becoming unbearable. The heat leaves adults groggy, gasping and panting but somehow not the kids.
BY CLARA A RODRIGUES
The Geographical Indication stamp on Goa for its famed feni production is definitely a proud moment for all and the benefits it spells for the feni brewing industry in Goa are far too many.
By Odette and Joe Mascarenhas
Now at our age we do not think of having sizzling affairs. But we did experience one the other night. Now before you all get the wrong idea, let me tell you about this ‘affair’.
With the group of seven adopting a “mellowed’ stance and attending Tuesday’s cabinet meeting, the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat said
PANAJI: With the group of seven adopting a “mellowed’ stance and attending Tuesday’s cabinet meeting, the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat said that there was no threat to his government, even as he added that the issues raised by the “alliance” partners would be attended to and resolved by the high commands of the Congress and its allies.
Medical personnel lift a CRPF jawan injured in the Maoist attack on Tuesday. (AFP)
RAIPUR: In the bloodiest attack on security forces, Naxals on Tuesday trapped and gunned down 75 personnel during a joint “Operation Green Hunt” offensive against the ultras in the thick forests of Mukrana in Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, one of the strongholds of the Maoists.
The Corporation of the City of Panaji has forwarded to the Union Urban Development Ministry
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PANAJI: The Corporation of the City of Panaji has forwarded to the Union Urban Development Ministry, a proposal including six different city works, collectively amounting to Rs 11.48 crore and to be carried out under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission, which is a massive city modernisation scheme launched by the central government.
NEW YORK: India’s major missile and armament systems apart from diplomatic and security documents may have been compromised as Chinese hackers reportedly sneaked into top secret cyber files of India’s defence ministry and embassies around the world, a study said on Tuesday.
PANAJI: The proposal of the transport department to have the state’s first driving test track at Ponda, expected to be ready within the next two years, could face roadblocks with people from Ponda opposing the government’s plan to acquire one lakh square metres of land for the project.
The Minister for Revenue, Road and Building and Child Development of the Gujarat government, Ms Anandiben Patel, seen presenting an invitation to the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat on Monday, at his residence, as regards the inaugural programmes in commemoration of the Golden Jubilee year of the formation of Gujarat, which will be held from April 30 to May 1.
PANAJI: A ministerial level delegation from the government of Gujarat on Monday, discussed with the Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat the prospects of re-starting the Goa-Gujarat-Goa flight, which was discontinued recently, as also efforts to introduce one regular train between the two states.
MARGAO: A meeting on the NH4 at Ponda, held at the South Goa collectorate saw the gathered people complaining that they were not taken into consideration and confidence, while the highway route was planned.
The members of United Teachers Forum (from left) Ms Nelly Rodrigues, Mr Kissan Fadate, Mr Anant Agni, Mr Sambhaji Raut, Mr K T Kavalekar, Mr Girish Chodankar, Mr Vithoba Dessai and Mr Anthony Alvares.
MARGAO: Primary, secondary, higher secondary and vocational streams teachers have come together to press for the implementation of Part ‘B’ Scales of VI Pay Scales under the banner of United Teachers Forum (UTF).
MUMBAI: A new study has revealed that the overall incidence of fraud is rising in both private and public organisations in India, with financial services and consumer markets industries being the two high risk segments.
NEW DELHI: India on Tuesday invited the US to participate in its $600 billion infrastructure development programme over the next five years, as the two countries launched financial and economic partnership to scale up bilateral ties.
MUMBAI: India needs to rely on costlier imported Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to meet its requirement as the increase in demand for gas has surpassed the ramp up in gas production in the country with industries going for new production capacities anticipating availability of gas, a report released here on Tuesday said.
MUMBAI: Persistent Systems, which listed on the bourses today, said that it plans to use the proceeds of its IPO to set up development facilities in Pune and Nagpur.
MUMBAI:Days ahead of the annual monetary policy, trade bodies on Tuesday urged the Reserve Bank not to hike its key-rates as they fear a further tightening could push lending rates up and thus hamper growth.
By Tensing Rodrigues
I had bought an ULIP policy some four years back from a private insurance company. When I bought it, I was told that if I die, my son who is the nominee will get Rs 4,80,000; also that the company will pay the premium that I am paying; and after 10 years the nominee will be paid a lump-sum.
Churchill Bros’ Nacimento Silveira (C) counters a challenge by Al Hilal players during their AFC Cup group tie at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Tuesday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Indian champions Churchill Bros had to overcome a dogged resilience from their opponents before scripting a solitary goal victory over Al-Hilal (Yemen) at Nehru stadium, Fatorda to book a place in the knock-out stages of the AFC Cup.
MARGAO: A rejuvenated Sporting Clube de Goa will be aiming to continue their rise up the table when they host JCT Mills Phagwara in what could be an intriguing ONGC I-League tie at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Wednesday.
MAPUSA: Hosts Xetrapal Sports Club, down by a first half goal, came back strongly to register a 2-1 win over Sodiem Siolim Sports Club, in the Xetrapal Soccer 2010, played at Oxel grounds, here on Tuesday.
Curtorim MLA Mr Reginaldo Lourenco along with Mr Joe Vaz, Mr Santosh Bandodkar, Mr Diniz Sardinha giving details of 2nd All India Invitational Volleyball tournament in Margao on Tuesday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
PANAJI: Wilred Leisure Sports Club in association with Sports Authority of Goa under the auspices of Volleyball Federation of India and Goa Volleyball Association will organise their second edition of all India volleyball tournament from April 10-18 at St Alex Church grounds, Curtorim.
MAPUSA: A brilliant hat-trick by George D’Souza enabled Friends XI Vaddem to register a 3-2 win over Goa Velha Sports in the Calangute Panchayat Cup, organized by Calangute Association, at Poriat grounds, here on Tuesday.
PANAJI: Sarvodaya Sporting dominated the proceedings on the second day of their Goa Professional League match against Al-Fatah Cricket Club at MCC grounds.
Chennai Super Kings celebrate their win over Mumbai Indians on Tuesday.
CHENNAI: In a dramatic collapse, Mumbai Indians handed out a 24-run victory to the Chennai Super Kings at the M Chidambaram Stadium on Tuesday.
PANAJI: Churchill Brothers and A&L Partners will organise their all Goa 3rd Alvernaz and Lalush Alemao memorial football tournament from April 15 at Varca grounds.
MAPUSA: Parish Youth Nuvem trounced Quitula SC 4-1 to enter the quarter-finals of 21st Late V M Salgaoncar Trophy at Sporting grounds, here on Monday.
PANAJI: United Club of Nerul, will organise their all Goa inter-village football tournament for 3rd Colormax Imperial rolling trophy, sponsored by Mr Jayasingh Rane, managing director Colormax-Imperial Enterprises Pilerne
BY KULDIP NAYAR
THE Manmohan Singh government is only 500 days old. Yet, it gives the impression of a setup that has lost its vigour and vitality. It looks jaded. Governments are in such a state when they are at the end of their tenure, not at the beginning.
A DAY after the Union Home Minister, Mr P Chidambaram described Maoists as ‘cowards’ and blamed state governments for not taking strong action against them, the Maoists killed 73 CRPF personnel including a deputy and an assistant commandant in the Mukrana forest region of Dantewada in Chhattisgarh
CUSTODIAL deaths are perhaps one of the worst crimes in a civilised society governed by the rule of law. Custodial torture is no doubt an international phenomenon but the incidents are quite common in developing countries, and the situation in India is far from being satisfactory.
Curb Menace of Begging
THIS is with reference to the news item, ‘Begging, a growing menace in South Goa’ (NT, April, 5). Begging in Goa was something unheard of as witnessed some years back, when Goa earned the unique distinction of being the only Indian state with no beggars.
National political leaders attend all-party meet to discuss the Women’s Reservation Bill in New Delhi, on Monday. (AFP)
NEW DELHI: Government’s efforts to ensure early passage of the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha received a setback on Monday with its ally Trinamool Congress joining Samajwadi Party, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Janata Dal (United) in opposing the proposed legislation in the present form.
The state Revenue Minister and leader of the Nationalist Congress Party in the state assembly
PANAJI: The state Revenue Minister and leader of the Nationalist Congress Party in the state assembly, Mr Jose Philip D’Souza has said that the group of seven was awaiting the decision of the NCP high command to decide on the future course of action as regards to their “continuance” in the state cabinet.
After a delay of nearly one decade and half, the central government has finally decided to set up National Institute of Water Sports
PANAJI: After a delay of nearly one decade and half, the central government has finally decided to set up National Institute of Water Sports in the state and allocated Rs 15 crore for the purpose and requested the state government to create facilities for setting it up at Caranzalem.
NEW DELHI: India is expected to get access to Lashkar-e Taiba operative David Headley within 30 days of sending a letter of request, which is being prepared, government indicated here on Monday.
PANAJI: The state recently witnessed the custodial deaths of Ajay Kaushal and Anand Kambli. Ajay Kaushal, a British fugitive wanted in Britain in a case of assault and abduction of a businessman and lodged in judicial custody in Sub Jail at Vasco, was suspected to have died of an overdose of some medicine.
The new water pipeline has been laid on the bridge, leaving no space for the pedestrians to walk over. (Roque Dias)
BY ROQUE DIAS
PONDA: The laying of water pipeline on the narrow Khandepar bridge by the PWD, has created problems for the pedestrian and the vehicular traffic alike. For the locals, its now water versus their safety — thanks to the short-sighted planning by the department.
The Leader of Opposition, Mr Manohar Parrikar seen addressing the agitators at Tilamoll, Quepem on Monday (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
QUEPEM: The row over truck traffic in Quepem-Curchorem just refused to die down with locals refusing to allow the loaded trucks to ply through these areas till April 10.
BICHOLIM: The resident of Mayem-Vaigini village panchayat from Bicholim taluka, have expressed anguish over the treatment meted out to them by the new officer of the custodian department, which is looking after the Mayem evacuee property.
AGARTALA: Allocation of inadequate funds and dearth of teaching staff have impacted higher education in Tripura, a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) said.
Al Hilal (Yemen) players practice at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Monday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Indian champions Musli Power Churchill Bros start as overwhelming favourites over Al Hilal Yemen in the vital AFC Cup match at Nehru stadium, on Tuesday at 4pm.
MAPUSA: Sao Minguel Taleigao beat Raia Sports Club 4-3 to enter the quarter-finals of Calangute Panchayat Cup at Poriat grounds, here on Monday.
Churchill Bros patron and PWD Minister Mr Churchill Alemao addressing a press conference on the eve of the AFC Cup tie against Al Hilal of Yemen at Nehru stadium, Fatorda, on Monday. Mr Peter Figuereido, Mr Jaju Fernandes and Mr Jovito Lopes are also seen. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
PANAJI: When Churchill Alemao speaks on football, he does it from the bottom of his heart as football is not all business to him. Not literally, though, as football runs in his blood and so does his passion, which compels him to speak out his mind without any malice.
PANAJI: Sahil Dhuri took 6 wickets for 52 runs to restrict Salgaocar CC to 140 for 9 on the first day of the three-day GPL cricket match against Goa SA at Bits Pilani ground.
PANAJI: Sesa Football Academy defeated N D Heroes 4-2 in the Second Division I-League group B match played at Delhi.
BARCELONA: Victor Valdes is having another outstanding season for Barcelona and his continued absence from Spain’s squad underlines the embarrassment of goalkeeping riches for the European champions.
Andy Roddick celebrates after winning the Sony Ericsson Open final in Key Biscayne.
MIAMI: Andy Roddick completed a job he left hanging a few weeks earlier as he defeated Czech Tomas Berdych 7-5, 6-4 to win the Miami Masters a fortnight after losing another big match test in the US.
MARGAO: The Goa Cricket Association’s (GCA) ambitious project of building a state-of-the-art stadium at Tivim is the talk of the town as many critics as well as well-wishers applauded the GCA for taking the decision to improve the infrastructure for the game in the state which is dominated over the ages by football.
by Michael fisher
PANAJI: Due to various factors, Goa’s waterways are not able to sustain the additional traffic, because the rivers are silting, and de-silting is an expensive job undertaken by professional contractors.
MUMBAI: Rating agency, Crisil, on Monday said that the adoption of the daily average method proposed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for computation of interest on savings accounts will benefit savings-account holders.
MUMBAI: Enthused by signs of a strong economic recovery, banks on Monday said they expect a credit growth of 20-22 per cent in FY 11 and would wait for further policy cues prior to taking a call on hiking their lending rates.
MUMBAI: The country’s two largest private sector lenders -- ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank – on Monday played down concerns about being treated as foreign banks on account of majority foreign shareholding in them, saying they continue to remain Indian.
PANAJI: The new Aviator recently launched by Honda with 110 CC, 8 BHP engine with the tagline ‘Live Your Style’, is an ideal vehicle for males who seek a premium class product and have a flair for style.
PANAJI: Carz Spa has opened its franchise beauty clinic in St Inez, located at CP Manzil Lourdes Vaddo. The clinic said it is offering stellar service and attention to details like customise treatment and expresses their own individual style to the discerning customers.
PANAJI: To commemorate Emergency Medical Technician Day (EMT day), GVK Emergency Management and Research Institute (GVK EMRI) recognised EMTs on April 2.
Tensing Rodrigues
ITC Ltd is not alone. Another FMCG company in India has discovered profits in “social mission”.
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is India’s largest fast-moving consumer goods company, with over 20 distinct categories in home and personal care products and food and beverages and annual sales of over Rs 13,000 crore.
BY HARJEET SINGH
MOST of the killers of Babli and Manoj have been sentenced to death this week. In a significant judgment, a Haryana district and sessions court took an unambiguous position against honour killings, making it clear that murder justified by feudal values would still attract the strictest punishment.
POLICE performance is that by which people often judge a government’s performance. Naturally, government must not allow any weakness or deficiency in the police force, nor any lack of equipment and whatever resources they might need in order to perform well, so that they satisfy the expectations of the people.
A COUPLE of months back when the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh took a political risk in pursuing peace talks with Pakistan in the face of domestic opposition to any further outreach without Pakistan clamping down on Islamic militants and terrorists,
Danger to International Shipping
THIS is in reference to two front page news headlines ‘Somali pirates abduct 100 Indian sailors’ (NT, March 31) and ‘Eleven more Indians taken hostage by Somali pirates’ (NT, April 1).
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MARGAO: Dr ManoharRai SarDesai memorial lecture this year will be delivered by renowned film personality, columnist and social activist, Ms Nandita Das. This lecture, a part of a series, has been organised by the Konkani Bhasha Mandal and the topic of her lecture is, ‘Films and Activism: A Personal Journey’.
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To match its successful venture of promoting the membership drive as a means to preserve the past for posterity, Goa Chitra, Benaulim is hosting “A DIFFERENT STORY – The Dischordian live in concert”, on April 10 at the Goa Chitra’s amphitheatre, Benaulim from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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The centenary celebration commemorating Sri Aurobindo’s arrival in Pondicherry was held by the presentation of enlightening talks. A seminar titled ‘Sri Aurobindo- the many splendored visionary’ was held at the Sri Aurobindo Society premises, Panaji branch recently.
Perin Ilavia
Luck they say plays an important role in making money. It’s the children of rich parents, who can sit back and make money work for them.
By Naguesh Rao Sardessai
Gallery Gitanjali in Fontainhas, Panaji, is hosting an exhibition of paintings titled ‘The Master Pieces’ that includes the works of eight artists from across Maharashtra. It’s interesting to see four senior artists’ works brush frames with the works of a younger lot.
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Enthusiastic students of the Institute of Design Environment and Architecture (IDEA) displayed their work of architecture and design through an innovative exhibition held last weekend at the Entertainment Society of Goa’s Art Gallery, Panaji.
The white sands, a few boats parked on the waterfront and the open expanse leading to the sea. A place for ‘joie de vivre’ -started by a fisherman named Jose who used to catch the fish, based on the orders got in the morning and his wife Ethelvina who would cook the food– ‘JOETS.’
On his first visit to this Naxal stronghold, the Home Minister Mr P Chidambaram on Sunday ruled out military action against Maoists
LALGARH/KORAPUT: On his first visit to this Naxal stronghold, the Home Minister Mr P Chidambaram on Sunday ruled out military action against Maoists, saying police and paramilitary will continue their operations even as he made a fresh offer of dialogue with extremists if they abjure violence.
India on Sunday said it is yet to get access to Lashkar-e Taiba operative David Headley but negotiations are underway on this issue
NEW DELHI: India on Sunday said it is yet to get access to Lashkar-e Taiba operative David Headley but negotiations are underway on this issue and it is “satisfied” with the progress of discussions.
PANAJI: Even as crime in the state is on the rise, Panaji police station has been hit with shortage of police force besides various other problems such as absence of a lock up, no proper vehicles, insufficient Robin motorcycles and absence of Eagle Force.
BAGHDAD: Suicide attackers detonated car bombs near three embassies in Baghdad on Sunday, killing at least 41 people and wounding more than 200, authorities said.
People involved in feni distillation at Dumane, Agonda in Canacona. (Ashokkumar Desai)
ASHOKKUMAR DESAI
CANACONA: Low yield of cashew apples this year has affected the cashew Urak and feni production in the entire Canacona taluka and farmers are worried about how to pay back their bank loans.
M A DESAI
An eminent Judge of the High Court recently made a remark that it will take 320 years to dispose off all cases in various courts of India, that is to say that the situation is beyond control and some far reaching and urgent steps are required to be taken to salvage the Judicial system in India.
MARGAO: The sight of the aged, diseased and children begging is indeed a heartrending scene to many in this commercial town. The menace has also spread along the coastal belt.
The farmers from Mayem village engaged in threshing the paddy. (Ramesh Savaikar)
by RAMESH SAVAIKAR | NT
BICHOLIM: The farmers from Mayem in the Bicholim taluka have suffered heavy losses as the wild boars have damaged the heaps of harvested paddy kept ready for threshing.
The peace rally that started from Ambaulim Church square on Sunday.
QUEPEM: More than 100 two wheelers participated in the peace rally that started from Ambaulim Church square at around 10 a.m. on Sunday.
PANAJI: Bharat Swabhiman, a non-profitable organisation working towards nation building through its ongoing campaign, will contest the 2014 Parliamentary elections with an aim to send its MPs to the Lok Sabha for reversing the process of Americanisation of India,
Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel of Germany celebrates his win on the podium in Sepang. (AFP)
SEPANG (MALAYSIA): Spurred by the disappointment of mechanical failures that cost him victory in the Formula One season’s opening two races, Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel led from start to finish to win Sunday’s Malaysian Grand Prix.
MAPUSA: Nerul Sports Club started their campaign of the 21st Late VM Salgaoncar Trophy, organised by Saligao Sporting Club, on a winning note as they registered a solitary goal win over Sodiem Siolim Sports Club to move into the quarter-finals.
MUMBAI: Air India will look to avenge their first leg loss to Viva Kerala and consolidate their position in the points table when the sides meet in a round 20 I-League match at the Cooperage ground on Monday.
Lukas Dlouhy (L) and Leander Paes with their prize.
MIAMI: Leander Paes won the battle of former partners when he and Czech Lukas Dlouhy handed a straight-set defeat to Mahesh Bhupathi and Max Mirnyi to lift their maiden ATP doubles title of the season at the Sony Ericsson Open.
NAGPUR: Placed in the bottom heap of the points table, Rajasthan Royals and Deccan Chargers will be fighting a desperate battle of survival when they take on each other in the Indian Premier League here on Monday.
Paul Collingwood blasted an unbeaten 46-ball 75 to guide Delhi Daredevils to a competitive total.
NEW DELHI: Delhi Daredevils closed in on a semi-final spot with a crucial 37-run victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Feroz Shah Kotla on Sunday. The Delhi bowlers backed up on a splendid batting effort to restrict the visitors to 147-9 to jump into second place in the standings.
MUMBAI: After crushing the Deccan Chargers by 63 runs on Saturday night, the Mumbai Indians strengthened their position at the top of the points table in the league phase of the IPL, with 14 points from 8 matches.
NEW DELHI: Terming the humiliating treatment meted out to former captain Mohammad Yousuf as a sad affair, legendary pacer Wasim Akram has asserted that “whether it was he or Javed Miandad or pacer Waqar Younis, Pakistan have never respected their former stars.”
Mr Akshay Kumar, regional head (Mumbai, Maharashtra, Goa, Tamil Nadu and Kerala) (R) at the press conference in Goa on Saturday.
PANAJI: Reliance Communication is investing to build another 150 towers in Goa with each site costing over Rs50 lakhs, Navhind Times has learnt during the launch of its mobile GSM services at a press meet.
NEW DELHI: Delhi Government’s premier infrastructure development agency DSIIDC will create a special fund to upgrade facilities at all 29 industrial estates in the capital, a move aimed at providing small scale industries a better environment for growth.
NEW DELHI: A Ficci study today suggested various measures, including strengthening of Afghan trade links with SAARC nations through active participation in South Asian Free Trade Area(SAFTA) agreement,
MUMBAI: Maharashtra Government has roped in leading consultant Ernst & Young to attract more industrial investment in the state.
NEW DELHI: Industry chamber Assocham has the urged Finance Ministry to keep marketing and sales promotion activities of Indian companies for rural areas outside the purview of service tax to further widen rural sales and deepening inclusive growth.
Michael Fisher
PANAJI: Enterprising people script their own success story. This is a story of teacher, a Konkani actor, now a practicing lawyer, who was the first to start the `Sigdi’ trend (open air oven) in Goa, not realizing that he was opening new opportunities to the would-be unemployed, he is Mr Mike Metha.
By Nandkumar Kamat
MANY a times in Goa, I wonder how little we know about our neighbouring states -Maharashtra and Karnataka. We in Goa need to learn from all the positive developments in these large states. We hold the writers, scholars, poets and playwrights of Karnataka in high esteem.
A task which should have been performed by the Central Vigilance Commission has to be accomplished by the Department of Personnel and Training: according to the Public Interest Disclosure and Protection of Informer (PIDPI) resolution
It is a paradox that a state which boasts of 82.3 per cent literacy rate has miserably failed to effectively spread out education to the poor Dhangar girls.
British Legacy of Wearing Gowns - I
THE Union Environment Minister, Mr Jairam Ramesh has rightly sparked debate on continuing with British legacy of wearing special gowns at convocation ceremonies at universities, when he himself publicly removed his gown at such an event.
By Syeda Hameed
The first has been thrown by pro-reservationists consisting of venerable leaders of RJD, SP and part of JDU. They have again begun the old refrain of quota within quota for their Muslim and OBC ‘sisters’. The second has been thrown by some Maulvis (not all Maulvis) who have made public statements that Muslim women should restrict themselves to the home and children and not aspire for politics.
Dr D B Bhandare
Goa has been a progressive state and over the years has been on the forefront in all avenues of health care. When one acquaints oneself with the national health programs one realises that Goa has already attained all the targets that have been set for the country for next decade.
By Ambikanand Sahay
The sea-link connecting Bandra and Worli has been completed, but the gulf between the Nehru-Gandhi and Bachchan families keeps on getting widened. Why? Nobody knows for sure. For record’s sake, Congressmen say that they don’t want to have any relationship with Amitabh Bachchan, who happens to be the brand ambassador of Narendra Modi’s Gujarat. Alright. But why penalise his son, Abhishek, who too finds himself at the receiving end.
By Prajal Sakhardande
As the soldier of freedom against colonialism completed 75 years of her chequered life on March 30, her story needs to be told to the present generation. Ms Sharda Savaikar’s is a story of selfless sacrifices, of a jail term for a crime she never committed, but, yes, a heart burning with intense patriotic fervour.
By Mário Cabral e Sá
The Goa Rajya Sabha MP, Mr Shantaram Naik has an undeniable virture: loyalty to the Congress whatever its fortunes or misfortunes, a rare virtue in this era of chameleon politicians, who survive on their mimetism. Tell me how many politicians are in power and I will tell you that Mr Shantaram Naik is the only one who has never switched his political loyalties.
By Tomazinho Cardozo
Mankind has always discriminated. History is a witness to the fact that man has harassed woman, whites have hated blacks, higher castes have humiliated the lower castes, the rich controlled the poor, so on and so forth. Although all are the creations of God yet discrimination persists.
By Dr Kasturi Desai
This week I propose to deal with a few ailments which most of us have experienced, and suffered. They may be irritation of the nose, a running nose, sneezing, skin eruptions and more seriously wheezing leading to asthma. Most of the time when professional physicians are contacted these symptoms are diagnosed as allergy reactions.
By Khushwant Singh
I go through six papers every morning and read three magazines every week. The more I read about conflicting views on major issues confronting the country, the more confused I get. The first is the proposal to reserve 33 per cent seats for women in legislatures.
By Sudhir
Binsar was recommended to me as a beautiful destination by one of my dear friends who had been there...and done that!! And that is such an understatement...Binsar is more beautiful than you can ever imagine!
Devang Metha is a highly professional and experienced musician. Having begun his musical journey exactly 20-years-ago, today he wishes to share his music with the society through classes and performances.
* What level of music have you reached and how long did it take you to reach there?
I have been performing standard repertoire such as Villa Lobos, Albeniz, Barrios and Bach since at least 15 years now.
Dr Nandkumar Kamat
Recently I took a journey to Bangalore from Goa and back by road to attend a meeting as a non-official member of the Western Ghat expert panel appointed by the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MOEF), Government of India, under well known biologist, Prof Madhav Gadgil.
The Supreme Court has ruled that any construction activity undertaken within 50-100 metres from high-tide line between August 16, 1994
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has ruled that any construction activity undertaken within 50-100 metres from high-tide line between August 16, 1994 and its judgment dated April 18, 1996 will not be affected in the absence of any stay being granted.
The faithful pay homage to a statue of the risen Lord Jesus Christ at Ribandar on the occasion of Easter. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: Pealing of bells and midnight masses marked the symbolic resurrection of Jesus Christ as Christians across the state thronged the churches in large numbers to attend the midnight masses as part of Easter celebrations.
The Congress high command is likely to respond to the issues raised by the group of seven in the state by Tuesday
PANAJI: The Congress high command is likely to respond to the issues raised by the group of seven in the state by Tuesday, even as the sources in the Congress said the party would not likely to succumb to the pressure tactics adopted by the alliance partners in the government in the state.
AHMEDABAD: One of the eight dhows hijacked by Somali pirates last week has been released and is on its way to India, the president of Kutch Vahanvati Association, Mr Kasam Ali Bholim said here on Saturday.
The MPT chairman, Mr Praveen Agarwal addressing the press conference in Panaji.
PANAJI: Four years from now, when most of its expansion programme is completed, India’s 7th major port Mormugao Port Trust is expected to rake in over Rs 460 crore annually.
JOAO SOUSA M
PANAJI: Shikshan, a scheme of the state government to encourage and promote education among the girls of the Dhangar (Gouly) community, has received lukewarm response as the directorate of social welfare has received only 16 applications for the scheme so far.
Overflowing garbage bins seen near the Ponda Municipality building on Saturday.
Roque Dias
PONDA: Garbage bins in Ponda are overflowing once again as the site where the Ponda Municipality used to dump the waste generated in the city “is full’’ — the owner of the site has refused to allow dumping of garbage anymore.
The problem of garbage disposal in Ponda is very old.
VASCO: In a robbery in Vasco, in the intervening night of Friday and Saturday, thieves struck two laptop computer shops and decamped with laptops worth Rs 10 lakh, besides cash of about Rs 32,000.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat seen handing over a cheque to one of the beneficiaries of financial assistance. Mr Kamat disbursed cheques of financial assistance to 60 flower and vegetable vendors and kiosk owners, at a function held at Margao on Saturday.
PANAJI: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat distributed cheques of financial assistance to 60 flower and vegetable vendors and kiosk owners at a function held at Margao on Saturday.
PANAJI: Just as the exercise of paddy harvesting - gathering mature crop from the fields – has began in Goa, the department of agriculture has come out with the information that there was a marginal improvement in the quantity of paddy crop produced in the state, during last year.
MARGAO: Sporting Clube de Goa recorded their first home win with a convincing 3-1 victory over a rather shapeless Salgaocar Sports Club in the I-league match played at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Saturday.
MUMBAI: Two second half goals by Pune FC Brazilian striker Edmar Figueira secured three crucial points and a 2-1 win against their state rivals Mumbai FC in a 19th round tie of the ONGC I-League played at the Cooperage ground , Mumbai here on Saturday.
PANAJI: The demand for tickets for the Churchill-Al Hilal (Yemen) AFC Cup match at Nehru stadium, Fatorda, on April 6 has gone up and with the Churchill Bros management expecting a full house on match day
PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is planning to conduct another AFC ‘B’ certificate course during the year 2010.
PANAJI: Goans Hockey, an affiliated unit of Hockey India, will conduct a hockey coaching camp for the benefit of secondary school boys and girls at Rosary HS, Navelim grounds from April 6 to 16.
MOHALI: Kings XI Punjab skipper Kumar Sangakkara conceded that his side’s semi-final hopes in the Indian Premier League were virtually ended after Friday’s six-wicket defeat at the hands of Royal Challengers Bangalore here.
MUMBAI: Mumbai Indians continued their rampage in the IPL by steamrolling Deccan Chargers by 63 runs at the Brabourne Stadium on Saturday. Ambati Rayudu’s brisk 29-ball 55 lifted the home side to post a competitive 178-5 before their bowlers stifled the Chargers, bowling them out for a meagre 115.
CHENNAI: Opener Murali Vijay cracked a blistering 56-ball century as Chennai Super Kings kept their semi-final hopes alive by beating Rajasthan Royals by 23 runs in a high-scoring Indian Premier League match here on Saturday.
Film: Clash of the Titans, Cast: Sam Worthington, Genna Arterton, Liam Neeson, Directed by: Louis Leterrier, Duration: 117 mins, Rating: * * *
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Film: Tum Milo Toh Sahi, Cast: Nana Patekar, Dimple Kapadia, Directed by: Kabir Sadanand, Duration: 124 mins, Rating: * * 1 / 2
Tum Milo To Sahi directed by Kabir Sadanand is a classic example of a story that had tremendous potential to go several notches above the rest, but it goes out of its way to ensure that it doesn’t happen.
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The Kalarang Pratishthan, Panaji will celebrate its anniversary on April 5 at 5 p.m. at the Kala Academy’s Black Box. On this occasion Kalarang in collaboration with the Kala Academy has organised a sangeet samaroh in which ‘Guru Krupa’, a CD based on classical vocals by Pt Kamlakar Naik, will be released at the hands of Speaker, Mr Pratapsing Rane. Senior vocalist of Jaipur Gharana, Pt Vasuntrao Kadnekar will be the guest of honour on this occasion.
By Rohit R Phalgaonkar
The deity, Kelbai is one of the seven legendary sister-goddesses. They have a brother, Khetoba. According to legend, the seven sister-goddesses - Mahamaya, Kelbai, Lairai, Mirabai, Morzai, Shitalaa and Anjadipaa - and their brother Khetoba came down to Goa from the ghats on an elephant.
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Media, considered the fourth and important pillar of democracy, sometimes fail in its role to provide justice for all. Elaborating on such issues was the symposium titled - Impressions of Goa: Mainstream, Margins and Media organised by the Goa Union of Journalists and Centre for the Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Goa University.
By NAGUESH RAO SARDESSAI
Gallery Gitanjali in Fontainhas, Panaji, is hosting an exhibition of paintings titled ‘The Master Pieces’ that includes the works of eight artists from across Maharashtra. It’s interesting to see four senior artists’ works brush frames with the works of younger lot.
By Naguesh Rao Sardessai
Arvind Otavanekar is showing his small format works at Harshada’s Art Gallery, Miramar.
All the nineteen works give an encapsulated view of local and rural life. The drawings and paintings are not just pretty pictures out to please the viewers.
Cuisine: Traditional Goan, Must try: Uddamethi, Prawn Balchao, Timings: Lunch and Dinner
It’s a Nostalgic trip as one tastes food at the late legendary Fernando Costa’s place at Raia.
The Centre proposes to establish educational tribunals to adjudicate litigations between students and institution managements
PUDUCHERRY: The Centre proposes to establish educational tribunals to adjudicate litigations between students and institution managements, the HRD Minister, Mr Kapil Sibal on Friday said.
With a law on the anvil to allow operation of foreign education providers in India, a top consortium of research institutions from...
NEW DELHI: With a law on the anvil to allow operation of foreign education providers in India, a top consortium of research institutions from the US has evinced interest in collaborating with Indian universities.
SRINAGAR: Kashmir valley’s railway network came under terror attack for the first time in 18 months when two feet of a rail track was blown up in an improvised explosive device blast in Pulwama district disrupting train services.
An image of Jesus Christ is being carried during a procession on the occasion of Good Friday in Panaji. (Nandesh Kambli)
PANAJI: Christians across the state thronged the churches in large numbers to offer special prayers even as they observed fast to commemorate Good Friday, the day on which Jesus Christ was crucified.
ISLAMABAD: Problems appeared to be multiplying for the beleaguered Pakistan President, Mr Asif Ali Zardari who may be stripped of his sweeping powers, with the government on Friday bringing a landmark bill that could strengthen the Prime Minister, Mr Yousuf Raza Gilani’s hands.
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PANAJI: In an attempt to attract private sector, especially the big business houses and multinational companies, to sponsor the Carnival festivities and hold it on a grand scale as a tourist attraction activity, the tourism authorities have begun drawing plans to engage the private sector on a larger scale and help the government save huge funds otherwise spent on holding the events in various parts of the state.
Two ferry boats crossing the Madkaim-Cortalim ferry route. (Joao Sousa M)
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PANAJI: The Madkaim-Cortalim ferry route, which connects Madkaim, Kundaim and Verna industrial estate, is perhaps the longest ferry route in the state. Though it is one of the most important links, repeated pleas being made by the residents of Madkaim to develop necessary infrastructure to pave the way for a bridge from Madkaim to Aggacaim, are turning to deaf ears.
The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat signing a document to mark the launching of Census 2011 operations in Goa at his Malbhat residence on Friday. Also seen are the South Goa collector, Mr G P Naik, deputy collector, Mr Johnson Fernandes and others.
VASCO: The launching of house listing and housing enumeration for Census and National Population Register-2011 was launched formally in Vasco constituency at the hands of the Revenue Minister, Mr Jose Philip D’Souza on Friday morning.
Referee Jonas Eriksson (C) whistles a penalty kick against Liverpool during their UEFA Europa League qualifying football match against Benfica at Luz stadium in Lisbon on Thursday. (AFP)
LISBON: Benfica put 10-man Liverpool on the spot on Thursday as the Portuguese side came from behind to win their Europa League quarter-final first-leg clash 2-1.
The captain of Sarvodaya Sporting Club receiving the winners trophy from chief guest, Mr Dayanand G Narvekar, GCA president in presence of Mr Prashant Kakode, secretary of Panjim Gymkhana and Mr Narhar Thakur, joint-secretary, at Bandodkar grounds, Campal on Friday.
PANAJI: Sarvodaya Sporting defeated Dempo CC by 160 runs to emerge Bandodkar cricket league champs at Bandodkar grounds on Friday.
Batting first, Sarvodaya piled up 252 runs in 44.2 overs with Advait Katkar, Amit Velaskar and skipper Robin D’Souza scoring breezy half centuries.
MARGAO: It will be a tough task for bottom-placed Sporting Clube de Goa to stop the fine run of another local outfit and former champions Salgaocar Sports Club in their 19th round ONGC I-League tie to be played at Nehru stadium Fatorda, here on Saturday at 4pm.
PANAJI: Goa’s inter-village tournaments are not just unique but, by now, stuff of legend. The state is probably the only place in the world which organises football contests between villages, many of which are as fiercely fought as any other battle worth its name.
Kevin Pietersen slammed unbeaten 66 to give RCB 6-wicket win over Kings XI Punjab on Friday.
MOHALI: Kevin Pietersen’s composed unbeaten 66 anchored Royal Challengers Bangalore to a narrow six-wicket victory as Kings XI Punjab plummeted to a new low at Mohali on Friday. Bangalore shook off their defeat to Chennai with an impressive performance with the bat, after their bowlers gave away 181 runs.
CHENNAI: Chennai Super Kings have won just three out of eight matches in the Indian Premier League, but their batsman Michael Hussey on Friday said the arrival of himself and pacer Dough Bollinger has strengthened his side’s chances of making it to the semi-finals.
PANAJI: After a very successful programme last season, the Brasil Futebol Academia desires to increase the number of participants in the academy and will conduct selection trials for various age groups as per the following mentioned below.
LONDON: Fulham are in pole position to extend their fairytale run in the Europa League to the semi-finals after beating Wolfsburg 2-1 in Thursday’s quarter-final first leg.
NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee today said he expected the country’s GDP to climb from a minimum of 8.25 per cent up to a maximum of 8.75 per cent in financial year 2010-11.
PORT-OF-SPAIN: Trinidad and Tobago exported US$70 m worth of liquified natural gas ( LNG) to India in 2007, according to Trade and Industry Minister Mariano Browne. Browne told a T&T/India Trade seminar that this gas export contributed to a trade surplus between both countries for the first time in 11 years.
TOKYO: SBI Holdings Inc said it plans to list in Hong Kong, as the Japanese financial services company looks to expand its China business. SBI, which operates brokerages and an asset management unit, along with banking and insurance services, has set up a team to prepare for the listing, company spokeswoman Miho Uratani said on Friday.
MUMBAI: Karnataka chief minister B S Yeddyurappa has assured potential investors that his government would provide single-window clearances and ‘quick’ approvals for projects.
Mr. Mahesh K. Patil – GM (HSEC) of Sesa Goa, receiving the certificate of appreciation for Sankhali Mine Restoration at the hands of Dr. Kirit Parikh - renowned economist, during 6th CII WR ceremony.
PANAJI: Sesa Goa Ltd. was conferred with `Certificate of Appreciation for Plantation Management for Reclaimed Sanquelim Mine’ during the 6th annual regional meet of Confederation of Indian Industries (CII), Western Region.
MUMBAI: World Gold Council (WGC) in association with the National Institute of Design (NID) - faculty of textile, apparel and accessory design, is giving students the opportunity to design the crowns and tiaras of India’s popular beauty pageant.
PANAJI: Vrundavan Hospital & Research Centre organized a leg disease camp recently. About 125 patients with knee pain, leg pain, non healing ulcer and varicos vain, were seen and had undergone consultation, examination, and information was given on various problems of legs and arterial occlusive disease also known in layman language as “blocks” in the arteries, said a press release.
By INDER MALHOTRA
PRESIDENT Barack Obama’s sudden visit to Kabul–his first to Afghanistan during the 14 months since he moved into the White House–was sudden and surprising. It was also short; lasting only five hours but its outcome could be significant and lasting.
On December 16, 2009, the government extended the deadline till May 31, 2010 for implementing its May 8, 2008 judgment making it mandatory for vehicles to have high security registration plates (HSRP), but the way the project was unethically handled and the credentials of one of the suppliers of HSRP have come under scanner, it appears the task could not be accomplished with timeframe stipulated by the apex court.
On April 1, the UPA government announced fulfillment of the pledge made to the country by the past political executives of giving all the children the right to elementary education.
Indecisive Goa Government
CONSIDERING the number of agitations that have been conducted recently in Goa, it seems like Goans have taken to protesting against anything and everything that concerns development in the state.
BY PRATIMA ACHREKAR
Rudreshwar, Panaji will present ‘Naxatranche Gaane’ with Dr Salil Kulkarni and Urmila Dhangar of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa fame, on April 3 at the Kala Academy and on April 4 at the Hanuman Natyagruha-Mapusa.
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Traditional Goan food like xacuti, ambott tik and sanna are on the way out felt Konkani writer, activist and politician, Mr Uday Bhembre, arguing that their place is slowly being usurped by chicken, pulao, fish curry, idli etc.
By Cedric Silveira
The Easter egg tradition has certainly caught up with Goans over the years. In fact hot cross buns on Good Friday and Easter eggs on Easter Sunday have come to stay. Easter signifies the resurrection of Christ after his crucifixion and painful death, and thus signifies new life.
By Nadia D’Silva
The musical evening, ‘Time is a Treasure’ presented by Zouzou could be said to be ‘interesting’ if one was sufficiently guarded. Supposed to be a presentation of self-composed, insightful and original songs, the musical show had Zouzou belting out songs to pre-recorded background music of questionable quality.
By Bhiva P Parab
It was a little hard to believe when I heard that Ramchandra Sonu Damaji from Tuem village of Pernem taluka can husk a coconut with his bare hands, it was a little hard to believe. And that too, within just a few minutes.
An award winning restaurant not on the beaches of Goa, but in an old Hertitage house in the by lanes of fountainhais run by Linda deSousa…a place called Viva Panjim.
A ‘secret and most immediate’ communiqué between the internal security division of the ministry of home affairs and the department of road transport and highways'
PANAJI: A ‘secret and most immediate’ communiqué between the internal security division of the ministry of home affairs and the department of road transport and highways, central government, dated May 18, 2005, has revealed that the state transport department had overlooked the criminal background of Mr Nitin Shah,
“(The) Bihar government is not competent to direct its public prosecutor to present appeal from the judgment passed by special judge, CBI, Patna,”
NEW DELHI: RJD leader, Mr Lalu Prasad on Thursday got a major relief when a corruption case against him and his wife got a legal burial with Supreme Court holding that the Bihar government cannot appeal in the place of the CBI against their acquittal by a trial court.
The archbishop of Goa and Daman, Rev Filipe Neri Ferrao symbolically washes the feet of the faithful on Maundy Thursday at Se Cathedral, Old Goa. (Nandesh Kambli)
MARGAO: Priests are not angels. Lots of time they fall into temptation. But we need to give them support instead of condemnation. And if one priest makes a mistakes one should not blame all. This and love, sacrifice and forgiveness were the main themes running through the homily of the Holy Spirit Church assistant parish priest, Fr Freddy Lobo at Margao during Maundy Thursday.
QUEPEM: In the aftermath of the gruesome death of the 42-year-old Satish Rivonkar, the father of a ten-year old, Curchorem citizens threatened that if all mining ore transporting activity was not permanently stopped from April 4, then they would take to the roads and stop it.
The Governor, Dr S S Sidhu seen signing a document to mark the launching of Census 2011 operations in Goa at Raj Bhavan on Thursday. Also seen are secretary to Governor, Mr Narendra Kumar, Collector, North, Mr Mihir Vardhan, director of Census and Chief Registrar of births and deaths, Mr A K Wasnik and Deputy Collector and in charge officer, Mr Sabaji Shetye.
PANAJI: The Governor of Goa Dr S S Sidhu formally launched, the Census 2011 operations in Goa. Mr Mihir Vardhan, Collector, North and Mr A K Wasnik, director of Census and Chief Registrar of births and deaths called on the Governor, the first citizen of the state at Raj Bhavan to mark the beginning of Census operations 2011 in the state.
PANAJI: The Chief Minister, Mr Digambar Kamat returned from New Delhi to the state along with the members of the group of seven and the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee president, Mr Subhash Shirodkar, without any resolutions to the issues raised by the partners of the Congress-led government in the state.
MARGAO: Even as efforts are being made by traffic cells to educate drivers about traffic violations, travel has become perilous as drivers continue to disregard traffic rules. The scant respect to traffic rules has in fact raised concern among officials.
ADELMO FERNANDES
The other day Bharatiya Janata Party’s Fatorda MLA, Mr Damodar Naik had tabled a private members resolution that the mobiles should be banned in schools and higher secondary schools in the state and that necessary enactment may be carried out by the government.
Churchill Bros proved their prowess against JCT as their players maintained the upper hand during the I-League tie at Nehru stadium, Fatorda on Thursday. (Ganadeep Sheldekar)
MARGAO: Defending champions Churchill Brothers mauled JCT 6-0 in a 19th round clash of ONGC I-League at Nehru stadium, Fatorda, on Thursday. They scored thrice in each half.
The AFC Cup debutants were on top of their game right from the outset and never allowed their opponents to settle in the match as they pumped goals at regular intervals.
MUMBAI: A brace by Muritala Ali saw Mahindra come from behind to beat Dempo 3-1 and leapfrog to the top of the standings of the I-League in a 19th round match played at the Cooperage stadium here today.
Sourav Ganguly prepares to swat a ball during his 88 against Deccan Chargers at Eden Gardens on Thursday.
KOLKATA: Sourav Ganguly led from the front with a blazing 54-ball 88 as a resurgent Kolkata Knight Riders bulldozed Deccan Chargers by 24 runs in their return-leg Indian Premier League match here on Thursday.
Kings XI Punjab co-owner Preity Zinta hugs Yuvraj Singh. (FILE)
MOHALI: “They (Kings XI Punjab) have had enough jhappis and prasad from Preity Zinta. It is high time they got some slaps from her.” The SMS joke had started doing the rounds in Punjab circles even before the Mohali team in the Indian Premier League crashed to its sixth loss in seven outings in the 2010 edition of the tournament.
PANAJI: Churchill Bros are in all readiness to host their return leg AFC Cup match against Yemen’s Al Hilal at Nehru stadium, Fatorda next Tuesday (April 6).
PANAJI: The following members will represent Goa veteran’s cricket team for veterans tournament, which will be held at Kochi from April 5 to 12.
MAPUSA: Fun Footie 2010 a football learning programme for kids aged between 5 to 7 years (those born on or after 1st June 2003) will be held at Tembi grounds, Anjuna on the 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th and 24th April, followed by a football festival on April 25.
NEW DELHI: For the common man already battling high inflation, the new fiscal will be tougher as virtually everything will be dearer in 13 big cities, where petrol and diesel will be costlier, while in the national capital they have to shell out Rs 30 more for cooking gas.
NEW DELHI: Higher prices of milk and pulses drove food inflation up to 16.35 per cent for the week ended March 20 and this could, in turn, contribute to overall inflation touching double digits.
NEW DELHI: Amid a flurry of housing project launches for flats worth crores of rupees, a new survey on Thursday said Indians are mostly interested in buying houses worth Rs 20-50 lakh.
NEW DELHI: Millions of savings accounts holders would get about 10 per cent more as the Reserve Bank asked banks to pay from Thursday the 3.5 per cent interest on a day-to-day basis instead of taking the lowest deposit during the month for the purpose of computation.
Tensing Rodrigues
On Tuesday we spoke about the Indian companies that are seeking the “fortune at the bottom of the pyramid” through focus on the “social mission”. Which are these companies?
Today let us look at one of these: ITC Ltd. It is one of India’s foremost private sector companies with a market capitalisation of nearly $19 billion and a turnover of over $5 billion.
MLA, Mr Pratap Gawas inaugurating the ‘Kharedi Yatraa’ exhibition at Campal ground, Panaji in presence of Ms Geeta Gawas.
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PANAJI: ‘Kharedi Yatraa’, the exhibition of consumer and household products was inaugurated at the Campal ground, Panaji on Thursday at the hands of MLA and chairman of Forest Development Corporation, Mr Pratap Gawas.
PANAJI: Prius, the new third generation version of Toyota’s much touted ‘Hybrid Synergy Drive’ is on display at Sharayu Toyota, Verna until April 6 and will soon hit the roads as a CBU fully imported from Japan.
PANAJI: Gujarat Fluorochemicals Limited (GFL), a part of the INOX Group of Companies, has recently been awarded the ‘Top Indian Chemical Company’ Award by Dun & Bradstreet (D&B).
PANAJI: Engineers Learning Institute, Miramar, an authorised training centre of Centre for Advanced Technologies (CAT), Pune is offering Microsoft Certifications in Office Specialist, IC3 and Adobe, in Goa.
BY SANCHET BARUA
TEN years ago, Manipuri activist Irom Sharmila began a ‘fast-unto-death’, protesting against the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA).
Among other things, this controversial legislation empowers Army personnel, down to non-commissioned officers, to use force after giving due warning, ‘even to the causing of death’, if they are convinced that it is necessary to do so for the ‘maintenance of public order’.
The Supreme Court’s decision that the Bihar government had no competence to challenge the acquittal of Mr Lalu Prasad and Ms Rabri Devi in the disproportionate assets case may be legally and technically a correct order, but it in no way affects the merit of the case.
Nothing could illustrate the political and administrative incompetence and bankruptcy of the Corporation of the City of Panaji than its decision to hike the taxes ranging from 100 per cent to 5000 per cent.
Scourge of Honour Killings
A HARYANA court has set a good precedent by awarding death sentence to five persons involved in the brutal murder of a young couple for marrying against the wishes of their community. The killers were none other than the close relatives of the girl–her brother, two uncles and two cousins.
‘Samundramudrika’, a collection of Hindi poems was released at a function recently. Present on the occasion was poet Ramesh Veluskar, senior journalist and assistant editor of the Navhind Times, Arun Srivastava, Vice-president of Institute Menezes Braganza Mr Mohandas Surlakar, Padmashri recipient, Dr Suresh Amonkar, President of Goa Konkani Academy, Mr N Shivdas, Department of Hindi of Goa University Professor Ravindra Mishra and Associate Professor of Goa University, Dr Vasudev Sawant. (Krishna Divkar)
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PANAJI: ‘Samudramudika’ a collection of Hindi book written by Ramesh Bhagwant Veluskar was released at the hands of Padmashri recipient Dr Suresh Amonkar on Monday at the Institute Menezes Braganza Hall, Panaji.
Discerning lovers of music are in for a treat. Rock & Raaga Production (India) Pvt Ltd, Panaji, have released an instrumental album of the TANGO.
by J P Pereira
‘Fado’, the powerful and emotional musical form from Portugal expresses varieties of pleasure, joy and also deep pain. Amalia Rodrigues is well known as the world’s greatest exponent of ‘fado’.
Come Good Friday and the Catholic community the world over will be observing a day of fast and abstinence. In Goa too, the parishes will be observing the day with great solemnity and reverence.
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Are you one of those people who wake up with a fresh idea and think of making a short film or documentary? Don’t dream any further. Monsoon Grey - a centre for design - is starting a filmmaking course for the budding filmmaker titled ‘Frameworks.’
From April 6 to April 15: There will be an English play production workshop from April6 to April 15. The course fees are Rs 1000.
By Bhiva P Parab
It was a little hard to believe when I heard that Ramchandra Sonu Damaji from Tuem village of Pernem taluka can husk a coconut with his bare hands, it was a little hard to believe. And that too, within just a few minutes.
Red checked tablecloths on the table, the bar like the taverna of old. This restaurant is the haunt of Page 1 and Page 3 celebrities…politicians, sportspersons, actors.
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