Goa Headlines: Major Updates for December 19, 2025
Stay ahead with the latest from Goa on December 19, 2025. Get crucial updates on civic affairs, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Stay ahead with the latest from Goa on December 19, 2025. Get crucial updates on civic affairs, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Goa gears up for Zilla Panchayat elections on December 20, 2025. Polling for 50 seats across two districts. Key guidelines, result date on Dec 23, and all details explained here.
Explore the pivotal figures and events behind Goa's liberation on December 19, 1961. Discover how India ended 450 years of Portuguese colonial rule.
A staggering backlog of 3,228 illegal construction cases is crippling Goa's panchayat judicial system. Experts blame flawed rules and deliberate weakening of local governance. Read the full investigation.
A vital bill to replace Goa's 36-year-old fire safety law is stalled, leaving regulatory gaps as nightclubs face scrutiny. Experts warn of public safety risks. Read more.
Two-time member Gagandeep Kaur secures a decisive victory in the Jandali Kalan panchayat by-election, defeating her nearest rival by a margin of 799 votes. Read the full results and analysis.
North and South Goa district magistrates order closure of eateries within 100m of polling stations on Dec 20. Gatherings of over 5 persons banned near booths. Details here.
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Goa for Dec 17, 2025. Get the latest on civic alerts, traffic, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Goa University postponed its student council elections to December 23 after the district collector invoked the election code of conduct for Zilla Panchayat polls. The last-minute change sparked protests on campus.
Get the latest updates from Goa for Dec 16, 2025. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for details.
The Central government has withheld Rs 1,279 crore in grants from Karnataka for failing to hold Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections since 2020-21. Discover the financial and democratic implications.
Goa Tourism Department seals 'The Cape Goa' for operating beyond permitted area. Action follows scrutiny after recent nightclub fire. Read details.
Goa government reserves Zilla Panchayat chairperson posts for women in North & South Goa, declares paid holiday for elections. 226 candidates contesting across 50 seats. Read the full story.
BJP expels 10 members in Goa for anti-party activities, with nine contesting as rebels in ZP elections. Party forms alliance with MGP, aims for 34 seats. Read the full details.
Three senior Goa officials suspended following a deadly nightclub blaze. Get the latest details on the investigation and accountability measures. Read more.
Police register FIR against owners & organisers of a Goa nightclub after a major fire. Sarpanch detained for illegal construction. Details on the investigation and safety violations.
A massive fire at Birch By Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, Goa, killed 25 and injured 6. Authorities cite lack of permissions and fire safety violations. Read the full investigation.
A devastating fire at a North Goa nightclub claims 25 lives, including tourists. CM Sawant confirms safety norm violations. Read the latest updates and official statements.
A massive fire at a popular nightclub in Goa's Mapusa area killed 23 people and injured several others. The blaze broke out around 1:30 AM on Sunday. Read the full report on the tragedy and ongoing investigation.
Tragic fire at Birch by Romeo Lane club in Goa's Baga kills 23, mostly staff. PM Modi announces financial aid. Get the latest updates on the rescue and investigation.
A devastating cylinder blast at Birch by Romeo Lane restaurant in North Goa's Arpora killed 23 people. PM Modi expresses grief. Details on the tragedy and calls for safety audits.
A devastating fire at a North Goa nightclub claims 23 lives, mostly employees. Chief Minister orders action for fire safety violations. Read the full report.
A devastating fire at the Birch By Romeo Lane club in Goa claims at least 23 lives. The state government has ordered a high-level inquiry, promising stringent legal action against those responsible for the tragedy.
A devastating fire at a popular club in North Goa's Arpora claims 23 lives. Police suspect a cylinder blast, with most victims believed to be staff. Read the latest updates.
Goa Dairy increases full cream milk price by Rs 3 per litre, effective December 3. New 500ml pack introduced. Other variants' prices unchanged. Details inside.
Massive flight disruptions by IndiGo in Goa lead to tourist cancellations and soaring fares. Industry stakeholders fear long-term impact on peak season footfall. Read more.
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.
A development economist in Goa argues the 'outsider' debate distracts from core issues like waste management, dangerous roads, and unaffordable housing. The real need is collective action.
Supreme Court directs district judge-led committee to inspect disputed Old Goa bungalow for heritage norm breaches. The case, pending since 2022, sparks political uproar. Read the full story.
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