FRIDAY, 28 AUGUST 2026
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Regularization of MMC staff must be welcomed

It is heartening to note that the daily wage staff of the Margao Municipal Council who have rendered over 15 years of dedicated service have now been made permanent through a proper recruitment process. This is a welcome and positive development for the municipality. These employees are experienced, responsible, and well-versed in their respective departmental duties, and their continued service will benefit the people of Margao. Attempts to create unnecessary controversy over this matter are unfortunate. Those raising allegations are fully aware of the long years of hard work and commitment shown by these staff members. Let it be clearly stated that no cash transactions were involved in securing these positions. While some may feel disappointed, it must be understood that these individuals have struggled patiently for years to achieve job security. They are proud Goans who have earned their place through perseverance and dedication. Let us not politicize the issue but instead support fairness, transparency, and our hardworking municipal staff.




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When cops act as political intimidation tools

ALWYN FERNANDES, Benaulim
Published Feb 24, 2026, 10:16 PM IST
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I write to express my deep disappointment at the actions of law enforcement in Salcete, where buses arranged by local activists and politicians to transport people to Panaji were stopped and blocked. The protesters were ordinary citizens of Goa and sought to exercise their democratic right to voice concerns on issues affecting our state. Instead of facilitating this constitutional right the police chose to obstruct the buses citing flimsy excuses. This heavy handed approach…

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