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Decomposed head found at Sinquerim beach

MAPUSA

The decomposed head of an unidentified person was washed ashore at Sinquerim beach on Tuesday. Lifeguards noticed the decomposed head washed ashore along a rocky area at Sinquerim beach and alert the police.

A Calangute police team retrieved the head and the long hair on the decomposed face has led police to suspect that the deceased could be a female.

The head has been sent for an autopsy at the GMC hospital at Bambolim to determine the gender of the deceased and cause of death.

Calangute Police and Panaji Coastal Security Police are conducting further investigation in the matter.

Meanwhile, the body of a youth was washed ashore at Calangute beach at around 8 am on Tuesday. Lifeguards retrieved the body and handed it over to the police, who sent it for an autopsy. 

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Clay Ganesh idol makers seek support beyond subsidies

THE GOAN NETWORK
Published Sep 4, 2024, 12:08 AM IST
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MAPUSADespite government's efforts to ban entry of plaster of Paris (PoP) idols in the State, traditional clay idol artisans are facing stiff competition.The PoP idols, often perceived as more aesthetically appealing and easier to transport due to their lightweight nature, continue to dominate the market, overshadowing the work of clay idol makers.This year, the government has increased subsidies to encourage traditional artisans who craft Ganesha idols from clay.However,…

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