NEWS UPDATES

Senior Congress leader M K Sheikh says GFP is already in alliance with Congress, adding that “not only doors but even windows” of the party are open for Vijai Sardesai. Sheikh says Congress is awaiting Vijai’s move and has already extended a fresh invite to GFP. On AAP, he said any proposal to join the alliance should be placed before Congress leaders. • Congress and Goa Forward have begun talks; alliance and merger both options are under consideration, highly placed sources in both parties tell Prudent; while replying to a social media post criticising AAP - GF alliance, Goa Forward spokesperson Prashant Naik stated, I think your concern has reached its destination. Something positive will happen soon. • Goa Forward Party president Vijai Sardesai has approved the appointment of Shaikh Munir as General Secretary of the party’s Minority Wing, with immediate effect. • I have not made any inappropriate statement. When I was asked to resign as Minister, I only told the party high command and the Chief Minister that the works in my constituency should be completed. It has now been almost three and a half years, and many of the works have not been completed, which is worrying for me.I am still with the party. There is no question of someone else getting the ticket. But if that happens, the people of Curchorem will tell me what to do: Nilesh Cabral. • Panaji Women Police have registered an FIR against Merces-based gym owner for allegedly raping a woman on the pretext of marriage and allegedly impregnating her. Senior Congress leader M K Sheikh says GFP is already in alliance with Congress, adding that “not only doors but even windows” of the party are open for Vijai Sardesai. Sheikh says Congress is awaiting Vijai’s move and has already extended a fresh invite to GFP. On AAP, he said any proposal to join the alliance should be placed before Congress leaders. • Congress and Goa Forward have begun talks; alliance and merger both options are under consideration, highly placed sources in both parties tell Prudent; while replying to a social media post criticising AAP - GF alliance, Goa Forward spokesperson Prashant Naik stated, I think your concern has reached its destination. Something positive will happen soon. • Goa Forward Party president Vijai Sardesai has approved the appointment of Shaikh Munir as General Secretary of the party’s Minority Wing, with immediate effect. • I have not made any inappropriate statement. When I was asked to resign as Minister, I only told the party high command and the Chief Minister that the works in my constituency should be completed. It has now been almost three and a half years, and many of the works have not been completed, which is worrying for me.I am still with the party. There is no question of someone else getting the ticket. But if that happens, the people of Curchorem will tell me what to do: Nilesh Cabral. • Panaji Women Police have registered an FIR against Merces-based gym owner for allegedly raping a woman on the pretext of marriage and allegedly impregnating her.

Episode 96 • 21st Dec 2025

From Savings to Strength: Women, Wealth & Financial Independence | Hari Kamat | Goa Connect | 211225

21st Dec 2025

About this episode

In this insightful interview, Hari Kamat, Mutual Fund Distributor and Proprietor of Hari G Kamat’s Investment Avenue, shares his 35 years of experience in guiding women toward financial independence and long-term stability. Operating from Panaji and Margao, his firm has earned the trust of over 5,000 clients across Goa. The conversation focuses on women empowerment through smart financial planning, discussing how women can confidently begin their investment journey and how families can actively support their financial goals. From SIP vs FD, gold investments, risk–reward balance, to financial planning across different stages of a woman’s life—this discussion simplifies complex money matters into practical, relatable insights. Tracing the journey from financial dependence to financial independence, this interview is a must-watch for every woman seeking clarity, confidence and control over her financial future. #WomenAndWealth #FinancialFreedomForWomen #MutualFundsIndia #WomenEmpowerment #SIPInvestment #SmartMoneyMoves #FinancialIndependence #WomenInvestors #WealthCreation #MoneyMatters #GoaFinance #InvestWithConfidence #GoaConnect

You might also like

Assembly

This shows only one-hour long Question Hour debate of Assembly session. It primarily includes writte…

Cultural

Covers various cultural programmes in the state at length, including songs, dances, folk, instrument…

Break Hour

A live debate during Assembly session between two experts on one topic debated in the Assembly the s…