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RBI sells $7.7 billion in August to stabilise currency

Goa, Oct. 21 -- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sold $7.7 billion in August to curb exchange rate volatility and slow the rupee's decline against the US dollar. According to the RBI's latest bulletin,... Read More


NRI, 49, plans return to India citing AI and ageism concerns, seeks advice

Goa, Oct. 21 -- A 49-year-old NRI tech professional, who has spent over two decades in India and the US, is planning to return to India but is concerned about AI, visa issues, and ageism. Despite havi... Read More


42-year-old man from Dicholi found dead near Pilgaon ferry dock

Goa, Oct. 21 -- Suvarna Govekar, a 42-year-old resident of Aatil Peth, Dicholi, went missing on Diwali day. A missing person complaint was filed at the local police station, prompting a search operati... Read More


Lokpal's request for 7 BMWs triggers public outrage

Goa, Oct. 21 -- A public tender floated by the Lokpal of India to acquire seven BMW 330 Li (Long Wheel Base) vehicles has triggered massive controversy. The tender, dated October 16, seeks luxury cars... Read More


Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant announces chess in schools and colleges

Goa, Oct. 21 -- Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant announced that chess will now be part of school and college curricula across the state. The initiative aims to help students develop confidence and... Read More


Heavy rain hits Tamil Nadu, red alert in 8 districts as CM reviews situation

Goa, Oct. 21 -- As the Northeast monsoon intensified, Tamil Nadu's Regional Meteorological Office on Tuesday issued a heavy rainfall alert across several districts. Chief Minister M K Stalin reviewed ... Read More


SP Madkaikar holds security briefing ahead of high-profile FC Goa vs Al-Nassr clash at Fatorda

Goa, Oct. 21 -- A rehearsal-cum-briefing session for police personnel assigned to security duties for the upcoming AFC match between FC Goa and Al-Nassr FC was conducted on October 21, 2025, at the Pa... Read More


Parvez Rasool announces retirement, pledges to mentor young cricketers

Goa, Oct. 21 -- Jammu and Kashmir's first cricketer to play for India, Parvez Rasool, announced his retirement from cricket on Monday, pledging to "guide youngsters" and continue to "play for passion.... Read More


Teen arrested after jumping signal and hitting elderly man in Kerala

Goa, Oct. 21 -- A 19-year-old man was arrested in Thrissur, Kerala, after his two-wheeler knocked down a 68-year-old woman while he tried to jump a traffic signal near Puthukad on National Highway 544... Read More


When musicians pay the price for passion

Goa, Oct. 21 -- Elsa Angel Rose When you're an artiste in the making, gigs-weekly or monthly-are your proving grounds. You pour your heart into the performance, but often walk away with little more t... Read More