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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 101 • 12th Jul 2026

Vedika Karkal on Acting, Adventure & Finding Herself | Exclusive Interview| Goa Connect | 120726

12th Jul 2026

About this episode

What happens when an introverted girl who loved books, diaries, and quiet moments suddenly finds herself in the spotlight? In this candid conversation, Vedika Karkal opens up about her journey from winning Miss Goa to making her mark in regional cinema. She talks about her love for reading, adventure drives through the Himalayas, balancing an MBA with acting, overcoming self-doubt, and the lessons she's learned along the way. From behind-the-scenes stories of Aai Sayba and Just Married to her passion for off-roading and her dream roles, this interview reveals the person behind the actor. Watch till the end for Vedika's heartfelt message to every young dreamer. #VedikaKarkal #ExclusiveInterview #AaiSayba #Goa #GoanCinema #MarathiCinema #KannadaCinema #ActorLife #MissGoa #WomenInCinema #OffRoadAdventure #Inspiration #RegionalCinema #BehindTheScenes #NewTalent #MovieTalk #PrudentMarathi #PrudentMedia #Podcast #CelebrityInterview Vedika Karkal interview, Vedika Karkal exclusive, Vedika Karkal latest interview, Aai Sayba actress interview, Just Married actress, Miss Goa winner, Goan actress, Goa celebrity interview, Marathi actress, Kannada actress, women in cinema, regional film industry, Goa movies, Marathi films, Kannada films, actor journey, off-roading, Suzuki Jimny, Spiti road trip, introvert to actor, acting inspiration, cinema interview, Prudent Marathi, Prudent Media, exclusive celebrity podcast, rising actress India, young actors, Goa entertainment, film career, motivational interview.

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