Panaji hits season's low of 17.1°C, coldest in Goa
Panaji recorded its coldest night this season at 17.1°C, the lowest in Goa. IMD forecasts dry weather with morning mist till Dec 27. Residents advised caution for early travel.
Panaji recorded its coldest night this season at 17.1°C, the lowest in Goa. IMD forecasts dry weather with morning mist till Dec 27. Residents advised caution for early travel.
The felling of several historic trees in Panaji, including a rain tree and copper pod trees, has ignited resident anger over the city's environmental management. Experts allege a pattern of destruction.
The launch of two new large ferries on the Panaji-Betim route is delayed until mid-January 2026 due to pending ramp reconstruction. Read how this impacts Mandovi traffic.
Goa witnessed a historic 70.8% voter turnout in the Zilla Panchayat elections, the highest in two decades. The results, to be declared Monday, are seen as a key indicator for the 2027 assembly polls. Read more.
CCP serves notice to Vibes nightclub & Fly Sky Dining for operating without valid trade licences. Commissioner gives 7 days to respond or face sealing. Details inside.
Enforcement Directorate seizes documents & Dubai property deeds in Panaji raid linked to alleged fraudulent usurpation of tenanted agricultural land. Investigation reveals conspiracy with officials.
Bombay High Court tags PIL seeking SIT probe into Goa nightclub fire deaths with suo motu case. Hearing on Jan 12. Activists demand independent inquiry and statewide fire audit.
Bhoma villagers accuse MLA Govind Gaude of softening his opposition to a highway expansion project ahead of ZP polls, citing lack of clarity on alignment and threat to religious structures. Read more.
Doctors in Goa warn severe air pollution from construction in Panaji and Porvorim is triggering asthma in children, risking long-term lung damage. Experts demand urgent government action.
Goa police report seven unnatural deaths this week. Details on the fatalities in Anjuna, Candolim, Panaji, and Margao, including two British nationals. Read the full report.
Karnataka Maritime Board initiates public hearing for dedicated Lakshadweep jetty in Mangaluru. The project includes cargo & cruise terminals on 1.6 ha. Read the full details.
The 10th Serendipity Arts Festival in Panaji, from Dec 12-21, showcases interdisciplinary art, breaking genre silos with 35+ curators. Explore dance, theatre, food & tech fusion.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant confirms the six-lane Porvorim elevated corridor will be inaugurated on December 19, 2026. Review meeting addresses traffic plans and road repairs. Read for details.
The stage is set for a fierce battle in Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections, seen as a semifinal before the 2027 Assembly polls. With the opposition alliance fractured, the BJP-led front appears united. Key dates: nominations by Dec 9, voting on Dec 20. Read
Goa ministers demand action from contractor over severe dust pollution from Porvorim elevated corridor. Air quality in Panaji now equals smoking 3.2 cigarettes daily. Read about the health crisis and official response.
Doctors in Goa report a sharp rise in asthma and allergy cases due to severe dust pollution in Panaji and Porvorim. Experts urge N95 mask use and immediate preventive action to curb health risks.
A Goa fast-track court sentenced a father to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for repeatedly raping his daughter with disabilities. The court imposed fines under POCSO and disability laws. Read the full report.
A Panaji fast-track court has sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for aggravated penetrative sexual assault on a 17-year-old. The sentences for rape and other charges will run concurrently. Read the full details of the landmark judgment.
North Goa District Court overturns CCP eviction notices for five 'Praca de Commercio' shops, citing denial of natural justice. Court orders fresh review within four months.
Panaji's air pollution is now 18 times above WHO safe limits, causing severe health issues. Residents face respiratory crises as construction dust chokes Goa. Read more.
A late-night Audi crash at a Panaji junction damaged four vehicles. Police investigate the incident on 18th June Road. Read the full details of the accident here.
A rare 15-ft false killer whale carcass washed ashore in Bhadrak, Odisha, marking the first such find in over two decades. Experts investigate the cause of death.
Panaji experiences unusual cold with temperatures dropping below 20°C for second time this season. IMD records nearly 3°C below normal minimum temperature. Winter weather to continue for days.
Shaina and Rakesh, an HIV-positive couple in Panaji, build a life together with support from NGO Zindagi. Discover their journey of love, secrecy, and resilience against stigma.
Despite one-way systems in Panaji's Latin Quarter, tourists continue wrong-way driving and privacy invasions. Residents demand better solutions as signage proves ineffective.
Goa fisheries department intercepts Karnataka fishing vessel for illegal fishing in state waters. Catch confiscated and auctioned. Crew faces legal action under fisheries regulations.
Corporation of City of Panaji successfully managed festival waste through vendor partnerships and strategic cleanup efforts. Learn how they transformed cleanliness.
The Goa Staff Selection Commission directs departments to list Group C vacancies by Jan 31 for 2026 recruitment. Get the latest updates on government job opportunities in Goa.
Unexpected rainfall hits Goa during dry season due to cyclonic circulation. Temperature drops by 1°C in Panaji. IMD predicts dry weather ahead. Discover the meteorological reasons behind this unusual weather pattern.
The innovative Picturetime inflatable theatre at 56th IFFI attracted over 700 school children with special screenings. Experience Goa's most engaging cinema event that left students inspired.