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Tensions rise over mega projects, migrants, tenders at Pomburpa

Goa, Aug. 25 -- The Pomburpa gram sabha on Sunday witnessed noisy scenes as villagers raised multiple concerns ranging from tenant verification to mega projects, illegal constructions, and alleged irr... Read More


Ramesh Tawadkar Assumes Charge as Cabinet Minister in Goa

Goa, Aug. 25 -- Ramesh Tawadkar officially took charge as a cabinet minister in the Goa government, days after being sworn in on August 21. His induction into the cabinet is part of the recent reshuff... Read More


How safe is the Sada retaining wall?

Goa, Aug. 25 -- Aportion of the under-construction retaining wall near the Sada flyover recently gave way during heavy rains. The wall is being built to prevent landslides along the highway, which pos... Read More


Porvorim Road to Stay Open Till Fifth Day of Ganesh Chaturthi, Says CM; Potholes to Be Repaired

Goa, Aug. 25 -- Chief Minister announced that the Porvorim road will remain open for traffic until the fifth day of Ganesh Chaturthi, after which a detailed traffic management plan will be worked out ... Read More


Sopo Collection Continues at Ponda Market Despite CM's Assurance Ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi

Goa, Aug. 25 -- Traditional matoli vendors at Ponda market continue to face sopo collection despite assurances from the Chief Minister promising relief ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi. Vendors expressed fru... Read More


Salcete Villages Demand Halt on Mega Housing Projects Until Carrying Capacity Studies

Goa, Aug. 25 -- Villages across Salcete voiced strong opposition to mega housing projects on Sunday, with multiple gram sabhas calling for a halt to large-scale developments. Residents and gram sabha ... Read More


Porvorim Highway Closure Deferred After MLA Rohan Khaunte's Intervention; Traffic Diversions in Place

Goa, Aug. 25 -- The planned closure of the main highway stretch from O'Coqueiro Circle to Mall de Goa for ongoing construction has been deferred following a request from Porvorim MLA and Minister Roha... Read More


Sunken Cruise Boat in Mandovi River Remains Half-Submerged, Raising Safety and Pollution Concerns

Goa, Aug. 25 -- Weeks after a cruise boat mysteriously sank in the Mandovi River, the vessel continues to lie half-submerged near Panaji, slowly turning into a rusting hazard. Tourists and locals stro... Read More


Hit-and-Run in Curchorem: Speeding Car Injures Couple on Two-Wheeler

Goa, Aug. 25 -- A hit-and-run incident took place near Ambedkar Circle in Curchorem when a speeding car collided with another vehicle and fled the scene, police reported. A couple riding a two-wheeler... Read More


Sangolda Car Accident: Vehicle Crashes into Electricity Pole, Sustains Major Damage

Goa, Aug. 25 -- A serious accident occurred at Sangolda when a four-wheeler driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into an electricity pole, authorities reported. The collision was so severe t... Read More