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 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 Pramod Sawant outlines a sustainable blue economy strategy to boost fisheries, create jobs, and enhance coastal infrastructure. Learn how this plan aims for a 'blue revolution'.
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.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant directs an end to internet disruptions from cable cuts, responding to a joint plea from nine major industrial bodies. Immediate action promised.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant meets families of the Birch by Romeo Lane fire victims, orders separate jailing of accused, a dedicated prosecution team, and vows to monitor the case closely for a swift trial.
Former Chief Justice Ferdino Rebello led a delegation to Goa CM Pramod Sawant with a 10-point charter demanding action on hill-cutting, TCP Act changes, and offshore casinos. Read the key demands.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant warns new govt appointees seeking transfers closer to home will be posted further. He stresses public service & merit-based transparency. Read more.
Shukla Kumar, wife of late Bollywood icon Rajendra Kumar and mother of actor Kumar Gaurav, has died. The film industry mourns. A prayer meeting is set for January 10.
Shiv Sena leader Pramod Nana Bhangire's car and candidate Sarika Pawar targeted in stone-pelting incident during Pune election campaigning. Police review CCTV footage to identify attackers. Read for details.
A Pune court grants default bail to PSI Pramod Chintamani after ACB fails to file chargesheet within 60 days in a Rs 46.5 lakh bribery trap. Details on the case and court's ruling inside.
Goa government finalises Justice Sandeep Shinde as the new Lokayukta, ending a six-month vacancy. Learn about the appointment process and pending cases.
Hundreds protested in Panaji against hill cutting and land conversion. CM Pramod Sawant promises to heed public demands. Justice Rebello calls for a people's movement.
Goa's TCP department halts a Carambolim mega project after protests reveal violations in crematorium distance and road width. CM orders probe. Read the full story.
Goa's winter session sparks controversy as govt prioritizes Vande Mataram discussion over urgent issues like illegal nightclubs and the Arpora fire tragedy. Opposition cries foul. Read more.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant intervened after a day-long protest in Carambolim, promising a stop work order for a controversial housing project. Residents allege violations and fake documentation.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant urges Chimbel locals to meet him over Unity Mall opposition, assures Toyyar Lake preservation. Get the full details on the project's status and assurances.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has assured Goa CM Pramod Sawant that pending medical bills under the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme will be cleared immediately and cashless treatment will resume at Manipal Hospital.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces a bill to prevent landlords from selling land until mundkars' rights are settled. The move aims to protect over 2,000 pending cases. Read more.
GFP, AAP, and RG demand Canacona's removal from the new Kushavati district, citing severe public inconvenience. Leaders question the government's planning. Read the full story.
Muzaffarpur police arrested Pramod Kumar Raj for allegedly using AI to create and circulate a fake voice message of India's President and Prime Minister. Read the full details of the cybercrime case.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces auction of 6 new mineral blocks, with 40% of state's blocks now operational. The move accelerates mining revival after a 6-year shutdown. Read the full update.
Goa reports a 3% drop in GST revenue for December, with CM Pramod Sawant citing a slowdown. State among 12 with declining collections. Read the full analysis.
Goa's empowered committee, led by CM Pramod Sawant, approved seed capital for 8 innovative startups from 27 applicants. The state also funded 10 student tech projects, boosting its startup ecosystem.
A sub-inspector in Bihar's Nawada district was caught red-handed accepting a bribe. The Vigilance team arrested him at the police station gate. Read the full details of the corruption case.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant reviewed progress of Rs 512.9 cr central-funded infrastructure works. He directed departments to expedite projects and ensure benefits reach people quickly. Read more.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant extends the Cares coding scheme for 3 years, plans district excellence centres. See how it impacts 65,000 students.
Goa's GI list grows to 15 with 5 new agricultural products, including unique mangoes, rice, and brinjal. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant says this empowers farmers and boosts local economy. Read more.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces Kushavati as state's third district, named after the ancient river. It aims to boost governance, heritage tourism & regional development. Details inside.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces a third district comprising four hinterland talukas. The move aims to improve governance and access to central funds. Details inside.