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Goa CM Announces Major Benefits for Municipal Workers, Promises Pay Hike for Long-Serving Staff

Goa, July 23 -- In a significant welfare move, Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant announced on Tuesday that municipal workers granted temporary status will now be entitled to comprehensive benefits, inc... Read More


India Rises to 77th Rank in Henley Passport Index 2025, Gains Access to 59 Countries

Goa, July 23 -- India has made a notable improvement in global travel freedom, climbing eight places to secure the 77th spot in the Henley Passport Index 2025. Indian passport holders now enjoy visa-f... Read More


Goa Government Bans PoP Ganesh Idols; Inspections from August 1, Strict Action Against Violators

Goa, July 23 -- In a significant move aimed at protecting the environment, the Goa government has banned the import, sale, and transportation of Plaster of Paris (PoP) Ganesh idols across the state. T... Read More


Unidentified Man Found Dead on Railway Tracks Near Vasco; Police Suspect Mishap

Goa, July 23 -- An unidentified man was found dead on the railway tracks between Sancoale and Vasco on Tuesday, prompting an investigation by the Vasco Railway Police. Authorities suspect the individu... Read More


Three Maharashtra Natives Arrested for Assault and Attempted Robbery of Taxi Driver in Pernem

Goa, July 23 -- In a swift breakthrough, Pernem police on Tuesday arrested three individuals from Maharashtra in connection with the recent assault and attempted robbery of a taxi driver in the Pernem... Read More


Attempted Robbery at Devrai Indira Jewels: Armed Man Flees After Tussle with Shop Owner

Goa, July 23 -- An attempted robbery at the Devrai Indira Jewels gold shop on Tuesday evening was thwarted after a brief struggle between the shop owner and the would-be thief. The incident occurred a... Read More


Brief Rain Spell Causes Waterlogging, Traffic Chaos in Delhi; Political Blame Game Erupts

Goa, July 23 -- A short but intense spell of rain on Tuesday morning led to widespread waterlogging and traffic snarls across several parts of Delhi, disrupting daily life in the national capital. The... Read More


Cabinet Approves India-UK Free Trade Agreement Ahead of PM Modi's London Visit

Goa, July 23 -- In a major development on the trade front, the Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the much-anticipated Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom, sources confirmed... Read More


Casino Operators in Goa Default on Rs.352 Cr; Govt Issues Notices, Reveals CM in Assembly

Goa, July 23 -- Casino operators in Goa collectively owe the State government Rs 352.44 crore in unpaid dues, with some cases stretching back to 2018, Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant informed the Asse... Read More


Goa CM: Konkani Reading and Writing to Be Mandatory for Postal Department Jobs in State

Goa, July 23 -- In a move aimed at safeguarding local interests, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday told the Goa Legislative Assembly that knowledge of reading and writing in Konkani will be made... Read More