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Cong confident of unity in Oppn ranks despite visible cracks Goa to get its first State-of-the-art mineral testing lab, MoU signed Fisheries Dept plays down NIO’s findings on oysters Ahead of protest, CM meets Shah on quota for STs Mhadei case will not end even if Karnataka withdraws plea: Goa Cong confident of unity in Oppn ranks despite visible cracks Goa to get its first State-of-the-art mineral testing lab, MoU signed Fisheries Dept plays down NIO’s findings on oysters Ahead of protest, CM meets Shah on quota for STs Mhadei case will not end even if Karnataka withdraws plea: Goa

Bear attack leaves farmer injured in Kankumbi forest

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A 25-year-old farmer from Hund village, Belagavi district, was seriously injured after a bear attacked him in the Kanakumbi forest area on Wednesday evening. Mahesh Babu Gavade was returning home from farm work when the animal emerged from the forest. He suffered injuries to his hands and legs and was admitted to hospital. Forest officials have launched an inquiry and urged residents to remain cautious.

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FDA to launch 3 major food safety initiatives today

The Goan Network
Published Jun 11, 2026, 12:38 AM IST
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PANAJIMarking World Food Safety Day, the Directorate of Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), Goa, will launch three major initiatives aimed at promoting food safety and healthy eating habits across the State during a special programme today 11 at the Institute of Nursing Education, Bambolim.  World Food Safety Day is observed annually on June 7 to raise awareness about preventing, detecting and managing food-borne risks. The theme for 2026, “From burden to solution…

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MARGAO: GOACAN has launched a 60-day mobilisation campaign, ‘Seniors CAN’, to promote the civic and consumer rights of senior citizens in Goa. The campaign will conclude on October 1, World Elders…
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