Goa recorded 30 road deaths in December 2025, a sharp increase from 24 in December 2024. Police attribute the rise to peak tourist traffic and reduced enforcement after complaints of harassment.
Goa registered over 13,000 drunken driving cases in five years, with 2024 recording the highest at 5,346. CM Pramod Sawant expresses concern over tourist driving behavior.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces a Rs 2 crore yearly incentive scheme for airlines introducing new routes and flights to boost tourism and connectivity.
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 Chief Minister Pramod Sawant informed the assembly that the government awaits a court order to dispose of property seized from job scam accused. He revealed details of 51 cases registered between 2024 and 2025.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant expressed deep concern about tourist reckless driving in Goa, citing high accident rates. The assembly debated road safety measures amid rising fatalities.
Yuri Alemao moved a resolution to preserve Goa's identity, demanding action on land sales, hill cutting, and pollution. CM Pramod Sawant denied government involvement in land sales.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant reveals the nightclub fire investigation will examine violations dating back to 1999, including name changes and land use issues.
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.
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.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant's budget proposal offering tax holidays for large investments in Goa has received no takers. Industries cite land scarcity and high costs as key barriers.
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.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced a one-month timeline for an ordinance to provide water and electricity connections to essential housing needs (EHN) houses in Goa.
Opposition MLAs staged a sit-in protest in the Goa Assembly, demanding the scrapping of the Unity Mall project in Chimbel. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assured no villagers would face arrest.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announces efforts to improve Goa's Air Quality Index after opposition leaders highlight pollution concerns in assembly.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announces mandatory helmet rule for pillion riders in Goa following Supreme Court guidelines. He also addresses rising crime rates in the assembly.
Goa government introduces bill to simplify tax rules for small dealers, reduce paperwork, and set clear deadlines for settlement applications and refunds.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assures stakeholders will be consulted before any project begins at Panzorconi, addressing opposition concerns about community impact.
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.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant postponed answering a question on the Arpora nightclub fire that killed 25. Opposition leader Yuri Alemao accused the government of hiding information.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant introduced nine bills in the Goa Legislative Assembly, covering areas like taxation, education, and protection for mundkars.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant says the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme will enhance rural employment and infrastructure without undermining MNREGA, while Congress protests the new law.
Nagpur turns into a high-energy campaign arena as political parties hold rallies, roadshows, and door-to-door canvassing on the final Sunday before the NMC elections on January 15. Get the full report.
Goa's 5-day winter session faces a stormy start as opposition plans to grill the government on Arpora fire, law & order, and land conversions. Get the full details.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme, adding 25 work days to MGNREGA. Aims to boost women's participation to 56% and aid farmers. Details inside.
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.
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences urges I&B Ministry to mandate anti-drug videos before films. Also plans screenings on Bengaluru's Namma Metro & buses. Details inside.
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.