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North Goa SP Rahul Gupta confirmed that the four-year-old victim is stable. He assured that Goa Police would conduct a thorough scientific investigation, file the chargesheet at the earliest and make efforts to ensure a speedy trial. He also appealed to shopkeepers and residents to install CCTV cameras to strengthen public safety and crime prevention. • North Goa SP Rahul Gupta revealed that the accused in the Mapusa child sexual assault case allegedly walked from Mapusa to Panaji after committing the crime. • SP North Goa Rahul Gupta said the accused in the Mapusa sexual assault case, Pundalik Kariyappa Gudge, confessed to committing the crime during interrogation. Police said CCTV footage and evidence recovered from the crime scene helped establish his connection to the Mapusa child sexual assault case. • The Revenue Department of the Government of Goa has directed all Revenue Officers across the state to conduct dedicated special hearings every Saturday to fast-track the disposal of long-pending revenue matters. The primary focus of the initiative is the expeditious disposal of pending Mundkar and Tenancy cases—particularly purchase cases under the respective Acts—alongside applications under the Mhaje Ghar Yojana, as well as pending mutation and partition cases. • A 45-year-old woman reportedly died after being crushed under a concrete mixer crusher in a tragic accident at Harbour Road, Sada-Mormugao around 11 AM today. Her identity is yet to be established. Further details awaited. • Minister Vishwajit Rane said around 6,000 kg of chicken imported from other states was seized over the past two months due to hygiene concerns. An FIR will be filed, and the supply source traced to ensure safe and hygienic food for the people of Goa. • RGP MLA Viresh Borkar has denied allegations of favouring his brother, Saish Borkar, stating that his brother’s name does not include in “Manas” and that the records can be verified with the Mamlatdar. He alleged that political opponents are attempting to tarnish his image and damage his political career. • Curchorem Police have booked a 30-year-old man from Madhya Pradesh for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman after bringing her to Goa on the pretext of offering her a job. The victim alleged that he took her to an isolated location and assaulted her. • Speaking about the Mapusa Sexual Assault investigation, North Goa SP Rahul Gupta said CCTV footage played a crucial role in identifying and tracking the accused. Police also recovered a bag, bedsheet and the victim's frock from the crime scene. The accused was identified through CCTV footage and recognition by people familiar with him. • Dr Uday Gaonkar has been appointed as the Chairman of the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education. North Goa SP Rahul Gupta confirmed that the four-year-old victim is stable. He assured that Goa Police would conduct a thorough scientific investigation, file the chargesheet at the earliest and make efforts to ensure a speedy trial. He also appealed to shopkeepers and residents to install CCTV cameras to strengthen public safety and crime prevention. • North Goa SP Rahul Gupta revealed that the accused in the Mapusa child sexual assault case allegedly walked from Mapusa to Panaji after committing the crime. • SP North Goa Rahul Gupta said the accused in the Mapusa sexual assault case, Pundalik Kariyappa Gudge, confessed to committing the crime during interrogation. Police said CCTV footage and evidence recovered from the crime scene helped establish his connection to the Mapusa child sexual assault case. • The Revenue Department of the Government of Goa has directed all Revenue Officers across the state to conduct dedicated special hearings every Saturday to fast-track the disposal of long-pending revenue matters. The primary focus of the initiative is the expeditious disposal of pending Mundkar and Tenancy cases—particularly purchase cases under the respective Acts—alongside applications under the Mhaje Ghar Yojana, as well as pending mutation and partition cases. • A 45-year-old woman reportedly died after being crushed under a concrete mixer crusher in a tragic accident at Harbour Road, Sada-Mormugao around 11 AM today. Her identity is yet to be established. Further details awaited. • Minister Vishwajit Rane said around 6,000 kg of chicken imported from other states was seized over the past two months due to hygiene concerns. An FIR will be filed, and the supply source traced to ensure safe and hygienic food for the people of Goa. • RGP MLA Viresh Borkar has denied allegations of favouring his brother, Saish Borkar, stating that his brother’s name does not include in “Manas” and that the records can be verified with the Mamlatdar. He alleged that political opponents are attempting to tarnish his image and damage his political career. • Curchorem Police have booked a 30-year-old man from Madhya Pradesh for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman after bringing her to Goa on the pretext of offering her a job. The victim alleged that he took her to an isolated location and assaulted her. • Speaking about the Mapusa Sexual Assault investigation, North Goa SP Rahul Gupta said CCTV footage played a crucial role in identifying and tracking the accused. Police also recovered a bag, bedsheet and the victim's frock from the crime scene. The accused was identified through CCTV footage and recognition by people familiar with him. • Dr Uday Gaonkar has been appointed as the Chairman of the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education.

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Canacona: Four-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Assaulted, Accused Held

A Bihar-native labourer, identified as Hussain Sheikh, arrested by Canacona Police after an alleged sexual assault on a four-year-old girl a

11th Nov 2026 • 18 hours ago • 173 views

Another shocking case of alleged sexual assault involving a minor has come to light in Goa, days after the Mapusa incident triggered widespread public outrage.

The latest incident was reported from Shristhal in Canacona, where a four-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by a labourer reportedly residing in the neighbourhood.

The accused has been identified as Hussain Sheikh, a native of Bihar. According to preliminary information, the child had gone to the accused's room, where the alleged incident took place.

Canacona Police have registered an offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and arrested the accused.

The incident has once again raised serious concerns over child safety and protection in Goa, with the latest case coming close on the heels of the alleged assault on a minor girl in Mapusa.

Further details regarding the investigation are awaited.

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