Goa

Chess World Cup 2025, Round 1 Game 1 Highlights: Pranav V, Surya Ganguly, Pranesh win opening round; Divya Deshmukh suffer shock loss

November 01, 2025 11:48 pm

Follow highlights of Round 1 Game 1 of the FIDE Chess World Cup from Resort Rio Convention Centre in Goa.

Dawood aide, drug syndicate ‘kingpin’ Danish Merchant arrested in Goa

October 29, 2025 10:25 pm

Merchant and his wife were intercepted from a resort in Goa’s Anjuna Saturday late night. Two other associates of the alleged syndicate were also arrested, NCB said.

‘Territorial dispute’ over sand extraction leads to shooting in Goa, Opposition raises law and order concerns

October 29, 2025 1:09 am

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said he has ordered an inquiry, and strict action would be taken against all the accused

Train to Goa: Indian Railways revises timetable of Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express

October 26, 2025 4:34 pm

Vande Bharat Express latest update: Indian Railways (IR) has revised the schedule of the Mangaluru–Madgaon Vande Bharat Express train. The train is being operated and maintained by the Southern Railway (SR) zone.

From Gurgaon to Goa: How one family’s ‘reckless’ move transformed their life, health, and career

October 22, 2025 4:55 pm

Kalra left Gurgaon for Goa with his family, a decision many deemed reckless. However, it changed their lives profoundly.

Goa’s unique Diwali tradition now sees massive crowds, DJs, drones and hydraulics-powered effigies of a demon king

October 20, 2025 9:37 am

The coastal state starts its Diwali celebrations with the early-morning burning of effigies of Narakasura, the Asura king who was defeated by Lord Krishna.

‘Will Cristiano Ronaldo come to Goa?’: Portugal football star’s potential visit creates buzz for club match in Goa

October 18, 2025 3:22 pm

Though the Saudi Arabian club boasts stars like former Liverpool forward Sadio Mane and ex-Atletico Madrid attacking midfielder Joao Felix, Ronaldo — one of the greatest players in football history — has an unmatched aura and charisma.

Goa’s tourist roadmap: Lord Parshuram statue, arena for international concerts

October 16, 2025 6:25 am

The meet was held Tuesday and Wednesday and brought together tourism ministers’ and senior officials from all States and Union Territories.

Ravi Naik, Goa agriculture minister and former chief minister, passes away at 79

October 16, 2025 2:39 am

PM Narendra Modi offered his condolences and said Ravi Naik will be ‘remembered as an experienced administrator and dedicated public servant who enriched Goa’s development trajectory’.

In Goa, Kejriwal alleges nexus between Congress, BJP — ‘Some families have vice-like grip on politics here’

October 04, 2025 6:44 pm

Speaking at the inauguration of AAP’s office in North Goa’s Maem Assembly constituency, the former Delhi CM said all the major businesses, mines and lands are owned and run by ‘these families’.

From asanas to Aperol: Inside Alaya F's wellness retreat in Goa

May 14, 2025 11:23 am

Inside Alaya F's Goa dump, where she blends yoga and healthy practices with relaxed moments like enjoying drinks, offering a glimpse into her balanced approach to well-being.

In pics: Artists showcased their works at 'Boundaries', an exhibition at Goa Open Arts Festival

May 05, 2022 11:55 am

A exhibition brought together the different forms of containment – from the human body to the family home, and the idea of a ‘community’

Sushmita Sen isn’t over brother Rajeev Sen's Goa wedding

June 19, 2019 10:08 am

Sushmita Sen's brother Rajeev Sen got married to TV actor Charu Asopa. The couple had a three-day destination wedding in Goa.

Sneak peak into the world’s first feni cellar, set to open in Goa this month

January 07, 2019 7:42 am

The world’s lone feni cellar will officially open to public this month in Goa.

TripAdvisor's top 10 Indian beaches for 2016

February 29, 2016 5:14 pm

Based on votes from millions of travellers nationwide and worldwide, here's a list of the Top 10 beaches in India that made it to Trip Advisor's list of Best Indian beaches for 2016.

PM Narendra Modi on board INS Vikramaditya

June 15, 2014 12:03 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday dedicated India's largest warship INS Vikramaditya to the nation.

Goa village wants to go dry

June 22, 2020 6:18 pm

Goa agriculture minister tells farmers say 'Om rom jum sah' for better output

June 22, 2020 6:24 pm

Goa agriculture minister Vijay Sardesai has told farmers to meditate for 20 minutes in their fields saying 'Om Rum Jum Sah' to improve their output. The minister insists that this is a scientific method.

Opinion | In Goa Coal Corridor, Tarpaulin-Covered Graveyards In The Wake Of A Toxic Train

June 22, 2020 6:30 pm

How Coal Is Choking Goa, Express Investigates

June 22, 2020 6:30 pm

Sadhvi Saraswati Addresses Media At India Hindu Conclave In Goa

June 22, 2020 7:00 pm

Goa Carnival attracts tourists in large number

February 08, 2016 10:43 am

Panji, Feb 08 (ANI): A colourful carnival drew hundreds of tourists in Panaji city. International and local artists mersmerised people with their performances and paraded on the streets. Goa Tourism Minister Dilip Parulekar said Goa has invited 12 artists from the U.K. and South Africa for the four-day long carnival. Colourful tableaus were paraded on the streets on the third day of the carnival, depicting the cultural heritage of Goa and the influence of Portuguese culture. Local and international tourists alike enjoyed the carnival, hoping to witness more in the coming days. The carnival, which will end on Tuesday, marks merriment and precedes the 40 days of Lent observed before Easter.

My relations with Lt Gen Jacob were friendly: Parrikar

January 14, 2016 10:52 am

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): After the demise of Lieutenant General (Retired) Jack Farj Rafael Jacob, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar said that he had very different and friendly relations with him. Appreciating Lt. Gen. Jacob he said that he was a straight forward man and his contributions played a very vital role in the development of the country. He further asserted that he developed good relations with him when he was governor of Goa. Lt. Gen. Jacob, 92, passed away on Wednesday morning following a 13-days illness. He played the key role in India's victory in the India-Pakistan war of 1971.

Sent MLAs to Brazil to promote football: Manohar Parrikar

June 13, 2014 1:00 pm

Goa CM says media has created a negative image about politics