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Tackling the surge in attacks by wild animals

Goa is witnessing a surge in attacks from leopards, monkeys, crocodiles, etc. Currently, the villagers in Canacona are facing a threat by a lone monkey at Mastimol. As mentioned in certain media outlets that approximately more than 15 people were attacked with bites or scratches on their bodies by the monkey. Unfortunately, the villagers are like silent spectators to the attacks by the beast. People who have been attacked are being treated for these injuries since March. Nevertheless, a concrete solution is the need of the hour. Moreover, the villagers are even afraid to come out of their homes. Looking back we will remember the nightmarish disaster which took place last monsoon wherein a woman was mauled to death by a crocodile on the way to her field. Moreover, a scooterist was attacked by a leopard in darkness while travelling on the road. Time and again it's a reminder to human beings that we ought not to disturb the habitats of the wild animals, otherwise the beasts will not spare our habitats too. These unusual sightings of crocodiles, leopards, etc, and their attacks have already sent warning signals to civilized society.



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Congratulations to new Auxiliary Bishop of Goa

JOHN REBELLO, Old Goa
Published Apr 7, 2024, 7:48 PM IST
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It is with deep joy the faithful in Goa got the news of the new Bishop-Elect to our Archdiocese of Goa and Daman with the appointment of Fr Simiao Purificacao Fernandes. A humble person with values of simplicity, caring approach, joy-filled and Biblical scholar priest will be a guiding force to assist our Cardinal Ferrao in the service of the church in Goa and Daman. On behalf of our Parish Priest Fr Brito Fernandes  and all parishioners of St Peter’s Church at…

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