Atishi in Goa for AAP Revamp After Key Leaders Quit
AAP's Goa in-charge Atishi holds 3-day crisis talks to rebuild the party after exits of state president Amit Palekar & poor Zilla Panchayat results. Focus on booth-level strength.
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Margao's SGPDA Parking Lot Hazardous After Events
Residents in Margao protest the dangerous state of the SGPDA Fatorda parking lot, littered with waste and debris after commercial events. Demanding accountability and cleanliness. Read more.
Goa: Two Mining Trucks Stolen in Guddemol Village
Two mining trucks stolen in Guddemol, Goa within two weeks. Villagers, already hit by mining halt, demand police action. GPS devices were removed in the thefts.
Margao MMC Beautification Cleans 3 Major Black Spots
Margao Municipal Council's beautification project successfully transforms 3 of 10 identified waste dumping black spots. Officials credit improved aesthetics and vigilance for the change. Read how the model will be replicated.
Goa Locals Flag NH 66 Irregularities, Renew Bypass Demand
Residents of Chinchinim-Deussua in Goa allege irregularities in NH 66 expansion, citing questionable land acquisition and alignment shifts. They demand the Dandeavaddo bypass as a permanent solution. Read their full grievances.
Fourth deliberate hill fire in Raia, firefighters struggle
A hill in Baryabhat, Raia, was set ablaze late Wednesday night, the fourth such deliberate incident. Firefighters' efforts were hampered by no road access. This echoes 2023's devastating forest fires in South Goa.
Margao CCTV leads to Rs 25,000 fine for illegal waste dumping
Margao Municipal Council's new CCTV surveillance at black spots identifies first offender dumping commercial waste. Swift police action leads to a hefty Rs 25,000 fine. Read how tech is curbing pollution.
Goa Rights Body Orders Probe into Worker's Custodial Death
The Goa State Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognisance of the death of Debanand Sana, a 36-year-old worker from West Bengal, and demanded a report by March 10. Read the full story.
Margao CCTV catches illegal waste dumping, Rs 4 lakh fines
Margao Municipal Council's CCTV surveillance at waste black spots catches a major illegal dumper near Damodar College. Over 200 cases booked, fines levied. New Sonsoddo plant to tackle 5-tonne daily waste.
Goa AAP MLA Unfazed by Senior Leaders' Exit, Targets 2027 Polls
AAP's Venzy Viegas responds to resignations of Amit Palekar & others, asserts party's focus remains on defeating BJP's 'communal politics' in the 2027 Goa assembly elections. Read the full story.
Margao MMC defends door-to-door waste collection efficiency
Margao Municipal Council officials assert their door-to-door waste collection system is efficient, backed by online grievance monitoring. A new 10 TPD gasification plant aims to streamline disposal further.
Goa Opposition Leader Supports Justice Rebello's People's Movement
Opposition leader Yuri Alemao pledges support to former judge Ferdino Rebello's movement to protect Goa's environment and traditions against unregulated development. A People's Charter will be formalised on Jan 6.
Margao's Waste Gasification Plant Aims for Jan 26 Launch
Margao Municipal Council targets Jan 26 to commission its Rs 7 crore gasification plant at Sonsoddo. The 10-TPD facility will convert waste into fly ash for bricks, tackling the town's garbage crisis. Read more.
Margao Hunger Strike Stopped, Protester Kadar Shah Detained
Police in Margao ended a hunger strike minutes after it began, citing lack of permission. Protester Kadar Shah was detained. The protest alleged irregularities in a local mosque's management.
Margao Among 48 Cities for Railway Capacity Expansion
Indian Railways targets doubling train origination capacity in Margao and 47 other cities by 2030. The plan aims to reduce congestion and meet rising passenger demand. Read more about the infrastructure upgrade.
Goa Lowers Age for Mukhyamantri Dev Darshan Yatra to 50
Goa government revises its Mukhyamantri Dev Darshan Yojana, lowering the eligible age to 50-70 years. Applications now online, with free attendant travel. Read details.
Margao's Waste Gasification Plant Aims for Jan 2026 Launch
Margao Municipal Council targets Jan 26, 2026, to commission its advanced waste gasification plant at Sonsoddo. The Rs 7.2 crore project promises a sustainable solution to the town's garbage woes. Read the full update.
BJP Wins Goa ZP Polls; Cross-Voting Row Erupts in South
BJP candidates elected to head North & South Goa Zilla Panchayats. South Goa's extra vote sparks political controversy, with Congress accusing AAP of cross-voting. Details inside.
Untreated Effluents Contaminate River Sal Source in Goa
Residents of Nagoa, Verna, report untreated industrial waste polluting River Sal's origin. Despite inspections, no action taken, raising serious health and agricultural concerns. Authorities urged to intervene immediately.
Congress-RG Spat Intensifies Over Goa Zilla Panchayat Results
Goa Congress's OBC cell chief Nitin Chopdekar slams Revolutionary Goans as BJP's 'B-Team'. The war of words erupts after RG's strong ZP poll show and its refusal to ally with Congress for 2027. Get the full story.
Goa NGO Warns of Fire Risk in Cuncolim Industrial Estate
Green Goa Foundation demands immediate government action against illegal worker housing in Cuncolim industrial estate, warning of potential tragedies similar to the Arpora fire that killed 25.
Goa Minister Backs Anti-Conversion Law, Slams 'Love Jihad'
Goa's Archives Minister Subhash Phal Dessai condemns 'love jihad' as a perverse tendency, supports demands for anti-conversion legislation. Read the full story on the political debate.
Goa Parties File 2,821 Voter Roll Claims for 2027 Polls
Political parties in Goa have submitted 2,821 claims and objections in the ongoing electoral roll revision. BJP leads with 1,574 claims, aiming to ensure an accurate voter list for the 2027 state assembly elections.
CJI Surya Kant's Vision: Multi-Door Courthouses for India
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant outlines a plan to transform courts into multi-door dispute resolution centres, emphasising mediation. Learn about the push for over 2.5 lakh trained mediators.
Goa Minister Dhavalikar Launches Scathing Attack on RG
Goa Power Minister Sudin Dhavalikar dismisses Revolutionary Goans as a directionless outfit with 'zero contribution'. He predicts a political fate worse than AAP's. Read the full story.
Padma Shri Norma Alvares: Mediation Gives Women a Voice
Senior advocate Norma Alvares highlights mediation's role in empowering women at a national symposium. She calls it a compassionate tool for justice, addressing power imbalances in disputes.
Scarlett Rose's Heartwarming Goan Christmas Celebrations
MTV Splitsvilla winner Scarlett Rose shares her cherished Christmas traditions in Margao, Goa, from her Nana's sweets to family recipes. Discover what makes her festive season special.
FC Goa's Silent Protest Spotlights Indian Football Woes
FC Goa players staged a silent protest before their AFC Champions League 2 match against FC Istiklol, highlighting deep uncertainty in Indian football's ecosystem. Read about the protest and the match result.
FC Goa's symbolic pause protests Indian football uncertainty
FC Goa staged a silent 7-second protest before their AFC Champions League Two match, highlighting domestic football's challenges. Despite an early lead, they lost 2-1 to FC Istiklol. Read the full story.
Illegal Festive Stalls Cause Traffic Chaos in Margao
MMC Chairperson Damodar Shirodkar warns against illegal roadside vendors in Margao, citing traffic congestion and unfair competition. Citizens question delayed action ahead of Christmas.
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