Fire guts Utorda's Jamming Goat shack, Rs 10 lakh loss
A massive fire destroyed the popular Jamming Goat shack at Utorda beach in Goa early Sunday. No injuries reported. The cause is suspected to be a short circuit. Read the full report.
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Goa Village Votes After Road Repair Promise, Warns of 2027 Boycott
Voters in Costi, Goa, participated in zilla panchayat polls after MLA Ganesh Gaonkar's assurance to fix a Portuguese-era bridge. They threaten to boycott the 2027 assembly elections if demands remain unmet. Read more.
South Goa's Multi-Cornered Battles in ZP Polls
South Goa's Zilla Panchayat polls see fierce multi-cornered fights in Raia, Davorlim, Guirdolim & more. Minority vote & defections shape unpredictable contests. Read the full analysis.
Goa Rural Polls: Voter Issues Missing from Campaign Trail
Goa's rural elections saw parties focused on seat-sharing deals, sidelining critical issues like the Arpora tragedy, crime, and scams. Read why voter concerns were absent from the campaign.
Goa's Salcete: BJP's Achilles Heel Faces Multi-Cornered Fight
Salcete taluka's nine ZP seats in South Goa are a key battleground. With 42 candidates, Congress-GFP alliance, AAP's rise, and BJP's strategy, the outcome will shape Goa's political landscape ahead of 2027. Read the full analysis.
Congress-GFP Alliance Returns for Goa Zilla Panchayat Battle
Congress and Goa Forward Party forge an alliance for the Zilla Panchayat elections in Goa, aiming to challenge BJP's dominance and recover lost ground ahead of the 2027 assembly polls.
Goa Liberation Day: Call for Viksit Bharat 2047 & Swayampurna Goem
At Goa's 65th Liberation Day in Margao, Minister Digambar Kamat urged collective effort to achieve PM Modi's Viksit Bharat 2047 vision and CM Sawant's Swayampurna Goem dream. Read more.
Over 3,200 Illegal Building Cases Clog Goa's Local Courts
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.
Goa NGO Fights Mandatory External Meter Move
Citizens for Democracy Goa petitions against mandatory external electricity meter relocation, citing privacy risks from smart meters and high costs for consumers. Read their demands.
Goa's Zilla Panchayats: Powerless After Two Decades
Two decades on, Goa's zilla panchayats remain powerless in governance but politically charged. Experts blame deliberate centralization and party-based elections for undermining local self-governance. Explore the paradox.
Goa's Poll Day Curbs: Shops Shut Near Voting Centres
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.
13 Accused in Mungul Gang Assault Get Bail
Margao court releases 13 accused in Mungul gang-rivalry case on personal bond of Rs 50,000. Details on the mistaken identity attack and legal proceedings.
FC Goa Wins Super Cup, Qualifies for AFC Champions League 2
FC Goa defeated East Bengal FC 6-5 in a sudden-death penalty shootout to win the AIFF Super Cup, securing a historic third title and a berth in the AFC Champions League 2. Read the full match report.
Goa Police Case: 5 Accused in 2019 Property Fraud
Fatorda police register case against five for 2019 property fraud in Chandor. Accused impersonated complainant to transfer family land. Read the full investigation details.
Brison Fernandes: Manolo Marquez's Belief Pays Off
Brison Fernandes, once an unproven talent, has become FC Goa's star. His journey from the bench to the national team is a testament to hard work and a changed mentality. Read his inspiring story.
Goa Democracy Group Flags 90,000 Voter Deletion to Election Commission
Citizens for Democracy Goa raises alarm over Special Intensive Revision exercise, claiming it could disenfranchise NRIs. The group demands a 3-month extension and greater transparency from the Election Commission.
East Bengal beats Punjab FC 3-1, enters Super Cup final
East Bengal FC defeated Punjab FC 3-1 in the Super Cup semi-final at Fatorda. Coach Oscar Bruzon was sent off but his team dominated to set up a final clash. Read the full match report.
East Bengal to meet FC Goa in AIFF Super Cup final
East Bengal FC secured a 3-1 victory over Punjab FC in the AIFF Super Cup semifinal, setting up a summit clash with FC Goa. Get all the match details and key highlights here.
FC Goa beats Mumbai City 2-1, reaches Super Cup final
FC Goa overcame pre-match drama and a second-half fightback to defeat Mumbai City 2-1, securing a spot in the Super Cup final against East Bengal. Read the full match report.
President's Office Steps into Goa Temple Land Dispute
The President's secretariat directs urgent action in the Xeldem temple land case. Allegations involve illegal mutation of 13,000 sqm of Shree Santeri Shantadurga Devasthan property. Read the full story.
SWR restores iron ore loading at Curchorem-Sanvordem
South Western Railway revives iron ore loading at Curchorem-Sanvordem station to meet Karnataka's rising demand. Track doubling and station upgrades planned. Read latest developments.
Congress-RGP Differences Sink Margao Opposition Alliance
Serious differences among Congress functionaries over including RGP have derailed the proposed Grand Opposition Alliance in Margao. AAP mocks failed unity efforts as parties campaign separately.
SWR to Restart Iron Ore Loading at Curchorem-Sanvordem
South Western Railway announces revival of iron ore loading facilities at Curchorem-Sanvordem station to meet Karnataka's growing demand. Track doubling and station upgrades planned.
Modi: Goa shaped my political journey at key moments
PM Narendra Modi discloses how Goa played crucial role in 2002 crisis & 2013 PM candidacy. Read about his deep connection with coastal state spanning decades.
Teenager feared drowned in Goa river outing tragedy
A 15-year-old boy is feared drowned in Dhadem-Dharbandora river during outing with friends. Search operations continue. Read the full story for updates.
South Goa Bans Road Digging Until November 28
South Goa district bans all road digging activities from Nov 26-28 under BNS 2023. Government departments must restore damaged roads. Violators face strict legal action.
Goa RG President Opens Door for AAP Alliance in 2027
RG President Manoj Parab reveals potential alliance with AAP for 2027 Goa assembly elections. Learn about the political developments and seat-sharing discussions shaping Goa's future.
RPF personnel save tourist from train accident in Goa
Two RPF personnel risked their lives to save a 66-year-old tourist from being crushed under a moving train at Margao's Konkan Railway station. Read about their heroic act and railway safety tips.
Goa CM pledges land rights for tribals honoring Birsa Munda
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced granting ownership rights to tribals over cultivated lands as tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda. 5,000 sanads already distributed under Forest Rights Act.
South Goa Orders Tenant Verification for All Landlords
South Goa district issues a strict order requiring landlords and hotels to verify tenant identities and report to police. Learn about the new rules and penalties.
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