MODI `MOUNVRATH’
THE Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to observe a three-day moun wrath (silent meditation) at the Vivekananda Rock memorial at Kanyakumari. From the evening of Friday, May 31 when the last phase of election ends. The mounvrath will last for three days but Modi will be back in Delhi on June 4 when the election results are announced. Opposition leaders have warned against any media coverage for the meditation of Narendra Modi. The Opposition has also returned to the election commission over violation of the code of conduct.
DELHI HEATWAVE
THE heatwave has touched a new high on the eve of the last phase of the polling. The temperature in Delhi is reported to have gone up to 52.9%. There have been several deaths in the north due to the heatwave. The temperature of Goa has also been very high this summer. The increasing temperature is reported to be a result in climate change. Climate change is because of the large-scale cutting down of tree cover across the country and also in Goa. Goa has never suffered as intense heat as it is suffering this May of 2024.
NO PROTECTION FOR LORD SHIVA
THE Delhi HC has refused to stop the demolition of the new temple of Lord Shiva in a slum colony in national capital Delhi. The temple has come up near the Yamuna river belt which is prone to flooding. With the monsoon closing in the HC had ordered the demolition of all illegal structures and encroachments on the banks of river Yamuna. The HC observed that Lord Shiva would be happier if the Yamuna river bank is cleared of all unauthorised structures. The court also added that the Shiv Mandir in Geeta colony does not require the protection of the HC.
GOA STATEHOOD
GOA’S 37TH Statehood Day on May 30, 2024 was ignored by the people of Goa. The general belief is that statehood has been a liability rather than an asset. Before statehood between 1962 and 1987 there were only three chief ministers. After statehood, there have been as many as 18 chief ministers. Political instability intensified after statehood.
LAND FOR GOENKAR
DRAMATISING the marginalisation of Goans in Goa is an ad for land. A niz Goenkar seeks a large piece of land for a small existing house. The Goenkar has stressed that the house should have a house number. The preferred location is south Goa. The Goenkar has specified that the land should be in the settlement zone. He has also specified that his budget is Rs10 crore.
NURSERY SCHOOL
FROM the current academic year all the estimated 481 nursery schools would have to register themselves with the government. They should also adopt the curriculum specified by the new education policy and the Directorate of Education. At present nursery schools function without any rules or regulations. The order covers all pre-primary schools including kindergarten, balwadi and anganwadi classes.
DRIVING INSTITUTE
THE centre had directed the setting up of training institutions for drivers. The state transport government has not received any application from private parties for training. Most people go to private driving schools which guarantee a driving license even if you don’t know driving. However, the rules are for the light motor vehicles for which the minimum training period should be 29 hours of training, including classroom session on traffic rules. However, all those who want driving licenses should approach the regional transport office. Licenses will be issued only after a test conducted by RTO official.
1000 DABBAWALAS IN MUMBAI WISH TEAM INDIA BEST OF LUCK FOR THE UPCOMING T20 WORLD CUP
IT Was a heart-warming display of national pride and sportsmanship in Mumbai on May 29, 2024. When Mumbai’s iconic dabbawalas took to the streets wearing TEAM INDIA fan jerseys to show their unwavering support for the Indian cricket team ahead of the highly anticipated T20 World Cup.
Famed for their impeccable lunchbox delivery service, the dabbawalas of Mumbai have always been a symbol of dedication and teamwork. They now channel their energy towards showing their support for the men in stripes as the T20 World Cup fever kicks in.
The sight of dabbawalas in the Adidas Team India fan jerseys serves as a reminder of the nation’s collective enthusiasm and hope to see India succeed in North America. It’s a testament to how cricket unites people from all walks of life, transcending their daily routines to come together in support of their beloved team.
This gesture of support is not only going to uplift the morale of Team India but also set the momentum for fans across the country gearing up to cheer for the team in the upcoming tournament.
WORKSHOP ON CRIME MANAGEMENT
THE National Forensic Sciences University Goa is hosting a workshop on “Crime scene management in view of the three new criminal laws” for Goa Police from May 30 to June 01, 2024 at its campus in Ponda. This workshop is being undertaken for capacity building of the Goa police department in view of the three criminal laws – Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 which come into force from July 01, 2024. The event will focus on scientific procedures involved in crime scene management with special focus of handling of digital evidence, its collection and packaging as per provisions in the new criminal laws.
The workshop will be inaugurated by Director General of Police Jaspal Singh and Prof Dr Naveen Kumar Chaudhary (campus director, NFSU, Goa) in the presence of esteemed dignitaries Omvir Singh Bishnoi (IGP), Dr NP Waghmare (director, Goa State FSL), Sucheta Dessai (SP Training), Sunita Sawant (SP South Goa) and others. The workshop will benefit the officers by offering insight into the new criminal laws; scientific method of crime scene management; collection and packaging of physical and digital evidence and culminate with a mock-crime scene demonstration. This knowledge will aid in better handling of cases in Goa, particularly online betting and gambling rackets, sexual assaults and cyber-crimes, leading to increased conviction for these crimes.
CLEAN UP HAWAII BEACH, DONA PAULA!
HOW dirty is Hawaii beach at Dona Paula, capital city Panaji? Very dirty, says Taleigao resident and AAP political activist Cecile Rodriguez. Beach clean-ups should be done once every week or everyday at Hawaii beach at Dona Paula for it is a much frequented and loved beach. Elected panch members of Taleigao village should take pride in a clean beach and take some action to keep it clean regularly. It’s sad that regularly Taleigao residents complain but their complaints fall on deaf ears. It is high time citizens’ complaints make an impact and the empowered authorities are forced to clean up and put dustbins around the beach and the nearby parking lot. Where there is a will, there is a way but in this case there is no will perhaps! One may say ditto for many other things to do with capital city, not so smart.