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CM Manohar parrikar misses morning session on wednesday

Congress demands President rule in Goa in absence of CM Manohar Parrikar, two ministers

September 3, 2018 15:06 IST

Congress' Goa spokesman Ramakant Khalap said the state is facing a "constitutional crisis", and that he has sought an appointment with Governor Mridula Sinha to press for his party's demand for President's rule.

As a formalin-in-fish scare sweeps through several states, these kits are expected to hit the market by the end of the month.

Goa lifts ban on fish import, keeps strict vigil on border

August 4, 2018 15:05 IST

The government had banned import of fish on July 18 after the Food and Drugs Administration's (FDA) initial report confirmed presence of formalin, a toxic chemical, in them.

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Uproar in Goa Assembly over ‘plastic eggs’

August 1, 2018 08:51 IST

As he demanded a probe, CM Manohar Parrikar kept repeating, “there cannot be a plastic egg”.

In the video, the labourers are heard saying that it was buffalo meat, but the youths continue attacking them. (Representational Image)

In Goa House, BJP MLA speaks on beef shortage

July 26, 2018 13:50 IST

Beef traders have repeatedly gone on strikes over the year, saying their vehicles are being stopped by cow vigilante groups.

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Goa govt to install 60,000 bio-toilets under ODF scheme: CM Manohar Parrikar

July 25, 2018 14:39 IST

Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar told the Legislative Assembly today that the Goa government will be installing 60,000 bio-toilets across the state under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.

Goa to soon get kits to check formalin in fish, says Manohar Parrikar

July 24, 2018 03:31 IST

Action will be taken against a trader, if the screening kit detects contamination by added Formaldehyde, after it is validated by laboratory tests.

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Goa: Border village liquor vends to be shut down for 30 days

July 20, 2018 01:15 IST

The order comes after residents of the village had complained of nuisance created by drunk tourists, especially those who travel from neighbouring district of Belgaum in Karnataka.

Only ‘good tourists’ welcome in Goa, says Tourism Minister

July 17, 2018 15:33 IST

Parrikar, on Monday, had announced a hefty fine of Rs 2500 to be imposed on those found drinking alcohol in public places from August 15.

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Will ban fish import if impurities are found: Goa Minister

July 14, 2018 20:05 IST

The FDA had raided wholesale fish markets in Margao in South Goa and Panaji in North Goa on Thursday and its "spot analysis" of the fish had shown the presence of formalin.

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People gave me strength to face trying times: Manohar Parrikar on pancreatic ailment

July 14, 2018 16:58 IST

Parrikar was initially admitted to the Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai after being diagnosed with mild pancreatitis. He was discharged after a few days and returned to Goa to present the budget.

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Congress asks Guinness to include Modi’s name for ‘setting a record of travelling abroad’Subscriber Only

July 11, 2018 22:37 IST

"PM Modi has correctly used the resources of India and set the record of making 41 trips to 52 countries in four years. He has already spent Rs 355 crore," read a letter by Goa Congress General Secretary Sankalp Amonkar.

Goa villagers demand closure of bars

July 10, 2018 09:11 IST

"Sometimes, they are drunk so bad that they do not have anything other than their undergarments on," said Sarika Gaonkar, sarpanch, Thana-Dongurli.

Goa: Activist Claude Alvares arrested for symbolic protest, released

July 3, 2018 08:16 IST

Following a petition by Alvares, ore extraction in all 88 operational mines in Goa was banned by the apex court, bringing the multi-billion industry to a grinding halt from March this year.

In Goa, red flags go up on beaches after tourist deaths: Selfies can be dangerous

June 23, 2018 09:18 IST

The state government, which is now closely watching the deaths have noted the accidental death reports of four incidents at the beginning of the offseason (May 31 to September 30) when the annual ban stands imposed across water dips.

An officer said the incident took place around 9.30 pm when the Worli ANC received a call from locals about drug dealers operating near the railway quarters. (Representational)

Goa: Entrepreneur gets notice over drug haul

June 20, 2018 06:19 IST

Entrepreneur Vasudev Parab, who is being questioned by the DRI in connection with 100 kg ketamine found on his industrial premises.

Ailing Goa CM Manohar Parrikar to meet govt officials, BJP MLAs tomorrow

Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar to return to Goa tomorrow

June 13, 2018 23:08 IST

"Parrikar will fly from the US to Mumbai and from Mumbai to Goa on Thursday. He is arriving in Panaji tomorrow," a senior official at the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said.

Goa reels under 22-hour power blackout, Manohar Parrikar orders probe

June 8, 2018 03:53 IST

The events since the blackout on June 3, including the brain stroke of the minister holding the power portfolio, have given teeth to the opposition, which is alleging absence of a functioning government and lack of governance.

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Nine-year-old boy drowns in swimming pool at Goa hotel

June 8, 2018 02:10 IST

“We have booked the resort management under IPC Section 304-A (negligence). There was no attendant or life guard, and no one bothered when the boy entered the pool,” said police.

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Power minister now ill, Goa govt fights ‘political vacuum’ chargesSubscriber Only

June 6, 2018 05:06 IST

With the Opposition calling for a “full-fledged CM” and a “working government”, the BJP-led coalition is now eagerly waiting for a phone call on June 16.

Patient in Goa hospital tests negative for Nipah virus

May 30, 2018 11:12 IST

The man, who was passing through Goa in a train and heading to Uttar Pradesh, had fallen unconscious at the coastal state's Thivim railway station on Monday, following which he was admitted to a government hospital.

Three men from MP held for gang-rape of woman in Goa

May 26, 2018 21:41 IST

As per the complaint lodged with Colva police station, the entire act was filmed on camera by the accused, who threatened to make the clip viral if they approached the police.

Goa govt feeling Manohar Parrikar’s absence, CAC unable to handle situation: Minister

April 5, 2018 18:34 IST

Manohar Parrikar, before leaving for the US in the first week of March for treatment of a pancreatic ailment, had informed Governor Mridula Sinha about the interim arrangement of CAC.

Highway liquor ban: Goa govt introduces cluster town concept to bypass SC order

April 4, 2018 21:14 IST

"The government has decided to recommend to Finance department that the (liquor) outlets falling in the areas contiguous to municipalities or those which are sufficiently developed be notified as cluster towns," Goa Town & Country Planning Minister Vijai Sardesai said.

The court has posted the petitions for further hearing on July 17. (Express file photo)

Bombay High Court acquits man of rape charges on grounds of ‘deep love affair’

April 4, 2018 15:42 IST

The high court was hearing a petition filed by Yogesh Palkar who had challenged his conviction by a lower court.

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No court has indicted me in Goa mining scam: Former CM Digambar Kamat

April 2, 2018 18:18 IST

Congress leader Digambar Kamat, who was chief minister from 2007 to 2012, has been named a key accused in several charge-sheets filed by the Goa Police's Crime Branch in connection with the multi-crore scam.