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.
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.
Madurai District Collector moves Supreme Court against HC order on Karthigai festival lamp lighting. Faces contempt for allegedly defying court directive. Read the full legal battle.
Three men injured in a violent clash between two groups at Ludhiana court complex. The fight erupted over a 2022 case, raising serious security questions. Read details.
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
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has agreed to discuss the demand for a circuit high court bench in Mangaluru with the Karnataka Chief Justice. Lawyers' delegation met CM to push for swift justice in coastal region.
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.
Bombay High Court freezes Rs 34 lakh transferred by a man to his mother and brother, calling it a systematic attempt to avoid paying maintenance to his wife and daughter. Read the full details.
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.
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.
The 56th International Film Festival of India kicked off with a vibrant street parade in Panaji, marking a shift from stadium ceremonies to public celebrations. Explore Goa's cinematic transformation.
Panaji fish vendors will soon operate from elevated stainless-steel counters in a ₹48 lakh project addressing hygiene and space issues. The 45-day upgrade begins after tender process completion.
IPSCDL launches a comprehensive study of Panaji's infrastructure and heritage buildings, funded by a central scheme. The assessment, costing ~Rs 97 lakh, targets a December 15 completion.
North Goa DM Ankit Yadav prohibits gatherings of more than 4 people in Panaji for IFFI 2024 from Nov 20-28. The order aims to ensure public safety and prevent disruptions during the film festival.
Indian Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa, Arjun Erigaisi, and others secure crucial draws in FIDE World Cup 2025's fourth round. Levon Aronian scores victory. Full analysis inside!
Panaji's Directorate of Health Services organizes free eye screening camps for students and residents. Get comprehensive eye examinations, free spectacles, and expert consultations in Goa's capital.