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Goa govt to reprint 2 books by Savarkar; CM Pramod Sawant describes him as ‘glorious patriot’
May 16, 2022 10:04 IST
Speaking of the book ‘1957 che Swatantrya Samar’, CM Pramod Sawant said, “This book ignited the flame of patriotism among many youth and the British regime banned this book. Fortunately, only one copy of this book was saved with a Goan person, and this helped in getting it re-printed.”
Goa govt to develop eco-tourism in forest areas
May 14, 2022 14:15 IST
Taking to Twitter on Friday, state minister Vishwajit Rane said that discussions were held with officials of the forest department for the development of eco-tourism and to improve infrastructure in wildlife sanctuaries in the state.
Man held for raping Russian girl in Goa
May 13, 2022 02:04 IST
The alleged incident took place on May 6 when the mother had gone to a grocery store nearby, leaving her daughter behind.
On cancelling clearance to railway double tracking in Goa, SC points to effects on biodiversity and ecologySubscriber Only
May 11, 2022 11:56 IST
The Supreme Court bench observed that the landscape through which the railway line was proposed to pass was an important tiger corridor.
Doubling of rail track: Goans claim victory as apex court sets aside clearances for projectSubscriber Only
May 10, 2022 05:43 IST
The midnight protest was staged days after the railway authorities started laying tracks at a village in South Goa.
SC sets aside NBWL clearance for railway doubling in Karnataka-Goa route
May 10, 2022 02:23 IST
The apex court said “that it does not find any justification for the track as it “will destroy the fragile ecosystem of the Western Ghats.
‘Amazing sighting!’ Black panther spotted in Goa, govt to track it, says Vishwajit Rane
May 9, 2022 12:48 IST
Black panther spotted: Goa forest department on Sunday released a picture of the black panther caught on camera in South Goa's Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary on April 25.
Goa: ED visits Dempo Group office in connection with probe against former employee
May 9, 2022 21:50 IST
According to the ED, the former employee of the company had created assets worth Rs 30 crore while he was employed abroad. ED officials, however, said he had made the investments in his personal capacity.
Rail double tracking in Goa: SC may decide on CEC recommendations today
May 9, 2022 09:51 IST
Panel shot down expansion project last yr, saying it will destroy Western Ghats' eco-system
Three labourers die in blast at Zuari Agro Chemicals factory in Goa
May 3, 2022 20:48 IST
Sources in Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd said the deceased were not staffers of the company but were hired by a contractor.
Goa TMC chief Kiran Kandolkar resigns, blames Prashant Kishor for poll debacle, says party has no future in stateSubscriber Only
April 28, 2022 02:30 IST
Kandolkar was the TMC candidate from the Aldona constituency in North Goa for the elections held in February. Kandolkar, who left the Goa Forward Party to join the TMC in November 2021, was made the state TMC president on January 18.
Illegal sand mining: HC seeks affidavits from Goa Chief Secy, DGP by May 2Subscriber Only
April 26, 2022 08:17 IST
The court asked them to explain 'why despite all mechanisms, such incidents continue unabated'
Bombay High Court grants Goa government leave to appeal against Tarun Tejpal’s acquittalSubscriber Only
April 23, 2022 14:30 IST
The Bombay High Court in Goa said deeper scrutiny of evidence is required in the 2013 sexual assault case.
Tarun Tejpal acquittal: HC reserves order on Goa govt’s plea for leave to challenge verdict
April 19, 2022 21:47 IST
Tejpal was accused of sexually assaulting a then colleague in an elevator of a hotel in Goa on November 7, 2013, and November 8, 2013
Goa: CM Sawant’s conversion statement divisive, says LoP Michael Lobo
April 18, 2022 19:19 IST
Lobo, a former minister in Sawant’s previous cabinet, had joined the Congress ahead of the legislative assembly election in February.
Goa Archbishop says need to overcome ‘divisive forces’
April 17, 2022 02:15 IST
The Archbishop’s message for peace and harmony comes days after clashes broke out between two religious groups in South Goa’s Vasco on the evening of Ram Navami on April 10.
Be vigilant of religious conversions: Goa CM Pramod Sawant
April 16, 2022 10:03 IST
Goa government will never allow religious conversions, but still, people need to be vigilant, said Chief Minister Pramod Sawant.
Hindi will promote unity, help realise dream of Akhand Bharat: Goa CM Pramod Sawant
April 16, 2022 07:57 IST
Speaking at the 8th International Hindi Conference held in Panaji on Friday, Sawant said: “It is important to promote Hindi to stay united in diversity."
PIL challenges life-long Cabinet status granted to Goa ex-CM Pratapsingh RaneSubscriber Only
April 15, 2022 12:57 IST
The plea argued that since the Congress leader “was capable of toppling the ruling party’s apple cart in Poriem, a mala fide strategy was adopted by the BJP to offer him a carrot not to contest the elections.”
Plea against Tejpal acquittal: ‘Judgment is an encyclopedia on conduct of sexual assault victim’Subscriber Only
April 14, 2022 02:45 IST
A division bench of Justices M S Sonak and R N Laddha was hearing the Goa government’s application seeking leave to appeal against the acquittal of Tejpal in the case of rape and sexual assault.
Clashes in Goa: 13 held, out on bail
April 13, 2022 03:41 IST
The offences being under bailable Sections, the accused were released, Police Inspector Kapil Nayak of Vasco police station said.
Clashes in Goa, three FIRs lodged; investigation on
April 12, 2022 03:41 IST
According to complaints filed at Vasco Police station, while the procession was underway, a stone was thrown, leading to tension.
Goa Congress leader Dharmesh Saglani arrested in extortion case
April 12, 2022 02:52 IST
Saglani was arrested in a case filed by one Ankit Jajodia of Faridabad. According to the police, Jajodia was a poker player who played often in Goa’s offshore casinos and has been living in Goa for a long time.
High Court pulls up Goa authorities for lax compliance with Tree ActSubscriber Only
April 5, 2022 13:04 IST
The court was hearing a petition filed by an NGO, Living Heritage Foundation (LHF), urging the court to direct the Tree Authorities in Goa to perform their duties.
Refurbished Naval aviation museum in Goa dedicated to aviation enthusiasts
April 4, 2022 22:26 IST
The museum has ramps to assist the movement of differently-abled visitors, other amenities include Glass Cockpit Café, souvenir shop and dedicated parking space.
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