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Goa CM Announces Khazan Board Formation in Two Months

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant informed the Goa Assembly that a khazan board will be established within two months. The board aims to protect agricultural lands and ensure transparency in land management.

Goa CM to Seek Deadline Extension for Voter List Appeals

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant promises to request an extension from the Election Commission for appeals against voter deletions. Opposition leaders criticize the Special Intensive Revision process for removing genuine voters.

Goa Assembly Clash Over Voter Deletion Plan

Opposition MLAs in Goa strongly criticized Chief Minister Pramod Sawant's proposal to link death registration with automatic voter roll deletion during a heated assembly session.

Goa CM Assures Chimbel Protesters on Lake Protection

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant met Chimbel residents protesting at Merces junction, promising to notify Toyyar Lake area as a protected wetland zone. The protest against Unity Mall project disrupted traffic.

Goa VAT Bill Eases Rules for Small Dealers

Goa government introduces bill to simplify tax rules for small dealers, reduce paperwork, and set clear deadlines for settlement applications and refunds.

Goa Assembly Erupts Over Coal Handling Dispute

Opposition MLAs stormed the well of the Goa Assembly demanding an immediate halt to coal handling operations. They accused the government of misleading the House about the number of coal handling locations at Mormugao Port.

Congress: Mahayuti Using 'Ladki Bahin' for Votes

Congress accuses Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti of selfishly timing 'Ladki Bahin' scheme payments for civic polls. Sachin Sawant says taxpayer money is not leaders' private property. Read the full political clash.

Goa CM Seeks Equitable Funding at Union Budget Meeting

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant advocated for a more equitable funding model for centrally sponsored schemes, highlighting the state's unique coastal, ecological, and tourism challenges during the pre-budget consultation for Union Budget 2026-27.

Goa CM Pramod Sawant Seeks Rs 4,000 Crore in Budget

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for a Rs 4,000 crore budgetary provision, including funds for Kushavati district and a revised 90:10 funding pattern. Read the full demands.

Goa CM: State Bore Side Effects of Development

Goa CM Pramod Sawant acknowledges the negative impacts of industrialisation and migration on Goans. He vows to protect Mhadei river water from Karnataka's diversion and details steps to safeguard agricultural land. Read the full story.

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