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Relief for matoli vendors, exempted from sopo

Goa, Aug. 26 -- Providing a major relief to Matoli vendors, the State government on Monday issued a notification exempting them from paying sopo (market fee) at Ganesh Chaturthi bazaars. Speaking to ... Read More


17 Accused Remanded to 14 Days Police Custody in Mungul Brutal Assault Case

Goa, Aug. 26 -- Seventeen individuals accused in connection with the brutal assault case in Mungul have been remanded to 14 days of police custody. The remand was ordered by the court following a req... Read More


Private Car Collides with Parked Taxi at Porvorim, Driver Injured

Goa, Aug. 26 -- A private car, reportedly given out on rent, collided with a parked taxi at Porvorim on Monday, leaving the car driver injured. The accident occurred in the busy area, drawing the atte... Read More


Curchorem Market Comes Alive with Grand Matoli Bazaar Ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi

Goa, Aug. 26 -- On the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi, Curchorem market has been transformed into a lively hub with the grand Matoli Bazaar. Stretching nearly one kilometer, the bustling market features vill... Read More


Viral Video of Ponda SOPO Collector Sparks Outrage Over Derogatory Remarks on CM

Goa, Aug. 26 -- A video of the Ponda SOPO collector making derogatory remarks about the Chief Minister has gone viral, drawing widespread criticism from locals. In the footage, the official is heard a... Read More


Loaded Barge Sinks in Zuari River Near Goa Shipyard, All Eight Crew Rescued Safely

Goa, Aug. 26 -- A loaded barge sank in the Zuari River near Goa Shipyard on Monday. Eight crew members were on board at the time of the incident. All crew members were safely rescued, and no injuries... Read More


Alert Lifeguard Rescues 23-Year-Old Man Attempting Suicide at Benaulim Beach

Goa, Aug. 26 -- A vigilant lifeguard prevented a 23-year-old man from taking his life at Benaulim beach in South Goa on Sunday. Lifeguard Sumit Velip noticed the young man walking alone into the sea ... Read More


Verbal Clash Turns Violent at Seraulim-Colva: Air Gun and Knife Used, Four Booked

Goa, Aug. 26 -- A verbal altercation between two groups at Seraulim-Colva escalated on Monday, with members reportedly brandishing an air gun and a knife while threatening each other. Following the i... Read More


Goa Waterfalls Open to Visitors, CM Sawant Advises Caution Amid Weather Alerts

Goa, Aug. 26 -- Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant on Monday confirmed that there are currently no restrictions on visiting waterfalls in Goa. However, he urged tourists and locals to exercise caution an... Read More


JMFC Margao Grants Bail to Walter Fernandes, Three Others in Extortion Case

Goa, Aug. 26 -- The Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) court in Margao on Monday granted bail to Walter Fernandes and three others, who were arrested for allegedly attempting to extort money from ... Read More