Goa

‘Politically motivated, deeply suspicious’: In Goa, Opposition takes issue with timing of SIR

November 08, 2025 10:20 am

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Goa in-charge and former Delhi chief minister Atishi said the party met the Election Commission of India Friday to flag their concerns over the SIR process, taking place at a time of local body polls in the state.

‘Hundred more will rise…’: 10 years after Father Bismarque’s ‘drowning’ death, Goa village remembers his activism, music

November 07, 2025 8:52 am

In 2015, he was found dead in a tributary of the Mandovi River, a death the police declared a case of drowning. His family and friends alleged foul play, citing a video in which he referred to threats from a builders’ lobby and local politicians.

In Goa room where businessman housed 2 employees, he and one worker found murdered, the other absconding

November 07, 2025 7:34 am

The businessman, Richard D’Mello, was the brother of TMC national spokesperson and Goa media coordinator Trajano D’Mello

DMs can invoke National Security Act for next 3 months, Goa govt says, citing 'prevailing circumstances'

November 07, 2025 2:25 am

The police missive was sent a week after an activist, Rama Kankonkar, was assaulted, allegedly by at least seven people in Caranzalem near Panaji.

‘Pro-Pakistan’ slogans flash on LED boards of shops in Goa; 9 detained

November 05, 2025 10:01 pm

Police Wednesday said they were probing whether the acts had been intentional or someone had hacked into the systems.

Sepak Takraw Federation chief, international referee killed after tanker hits their car in Goa

November 05, 2025 4:40 am

Yogender Singh Dahiya and Ankit Kumar Baliyan were in Goa for a tournament and a national camp

‘We can finally step out again’: As pollution worsens in Delhi, meet the Delhiites who moved to Goa for cleaner air

November 03, 2025 4:32 am

After living in Delhi for more than a decade, Sonali Verma (29) – who works on climate change, pollution and policy – started scouting locations in Goa in 2024

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

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