Goa Panchayat Seals House of Child Rape Accused
Socorro panchayat in Goa seals house of man accused of raping a 6-year-old. Family given 7 days to vacate after massive public outrage. Read the full story.
Socorro panchayat in Goa seals house of man accused of raping a 6-year-old. Family given 7 days to vacate after massive public outrage. Read the full story.
Socorro panchayat in Goa seals house of man accused of raping 6-year-old. Notice served, family given 7 days to vacate after massive neighbourhood protests. Details inside.
Four dancers used Bharatanatyam to narrate the Nativity at Pilar Pilgrim Centre's 'Cradle of Light'. The interfaith event promoted peace and communal harmony in Goa. Read more about this unique cultural fusion.
The Panaji-Hyderabad Expressway, a key Bharatmala project, is advancing with 90% land acquisition done in Bagalkot. The Rs 12,000 crore corridor aims to boost trade and regional development. Read more.
Panaji sees a slight rise in minimum temperature to 18°C after hitting a seasonal low of 17.1°C. IMD forecasts dry weather and haze for Goa until Dec 29. Read the full forecast.
Panaji recorded its coldest night this season at 17.1°C, the lowest in Goa. IMD forecasts dry weather with morning mist till Dec 27. Residents advised caution for early travel.
The felling of several historic trees in Panaji, including a rain tree and copper pod trees, has ignited resident anger over the city's environmental management. Experts allege a pattern of destruction.
The launch of two new large ferries on the Panaji-Betim route is delayed until mid-January 2026 due to pending ramp reconstruction. Read how this impacts Mandovi traffic.
Goa witnessed a historic 70.8% voter turnout in the Zilla Panchayat elections, the highest in two decades. The results, to be declared Monday, are seen as a key indicator for the 2027 assembly polls. Read more.
CCP serves notice to Vibes nightclub & Fly Sky Dining for operating without valid trade licences. Commissioner gives 7 days to respond or face sealing. Details inside.
Enforcement Directorate seizes documents & Dubai property deeds in Panaji raid linked to alleged fraudulent usurpation of tenanted agricultural land. Investigation reveals conspiracy with officials.
Bombay High Court tags PIL seeking SIT probe into Goa nightclub fire deaths with suo motu case. Hearing on Jan 12. Activists demand independent inquiry and statewide fire audit.
Bengaluru sees mild weather with light rain on Dec 16. AQI was poor yesterday. Plan your week with our detailed forecast and air quality advisory.
IMD forecasts cool, dry weather with dense fog for Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and other major cities. Check the detailed weather predictions and travel impacts here.
Bhoma villagers accuse MLA Govind Gaude of softening his opposition to a highway expansion project ahead of ZP polls, citing lack of clarity on alignment and threat to religious structures. Read more.
Doctors in Goa warn severe air pollution from construction in Panaji and Porvorim is triggering asthma in children, risking long-term lung damage. Experts demand urgent government action.
Goa police report seven unnatural deaths this week. Details on the fatalities in Anjuna, Candolim, Panaji, and Margao, including two British nationals. Read the full report.
The 10th Serendipity Arts Festival in Panaji, from Dec 12-21, showcases interdisciplinary art, breaking genre silos with 35+ curators. Explore dance, theatre, food & tech fusion.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant confirms the six-lane Porvorim elevated corridor will be inaugurated on December 19, 2026. Review meeting addresses traffic plans and road repairs. Read for details.
The stage is set for a fierce battle in Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections, seen as a semifinal before the 2027 Assembly polls. With the opposition alliance fractured, the BJP-led front appears united. Key dates: nominations by Dec 9, voting on Dec 20. Read
Google's Android 16 QPR2 update brings significant improvements to Pixel phones, including lock screen customisation, smarter notifications, and enhanced security. Check if your device is eligible and how to install it.
Goa ministers demand action from contractor over severe dust pollution from Porvorim elevated corridor. Air quality in Panaji now equals smoking 3.2 cigarettes daily. Read about the health crisis and official response.
Doctors in Goa report a sharp rise in asthma and allergy cases due to severe dust pollution in Panaji and Porvorim. Experts urge N95 mask use and immediate preventive action to curb health risks.
A Goa fast-track court sentenced a father to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for repeatedly raping his daughter with disabilities. The court imposed fines under POCSO and disability laws. Read the full report.
A Panaji fast-track court has sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for aggravated penetrative sexual assault on a 17-year-old. The sentences for rape and other charges will run concurrently. Read the full details of the landmark judgment.
North Goa District Court overturns CCP eviction notices for five 'Praca de Commercio' shops, citing denial of natural justice. Court orders fresh review within four months.
Panaji's air pollution is now 18 times above WHO safe limits, causing severe health issues. Residents face respiratory crises as construction dust chokes Goa. Read more.
A late-night Audi crash at a Panaji junction damaged four vehicles. Police investigate the incident on 18th June Road. Read the full details of the accident here.
Panaji experiences unusual cold with temperatures dropping below 20°C for second time this season. IMD records nearly 3°C below normal minimum temperature. Winter weather to continue for days.
Shaina and Rakesh, an HIV-positive couple in Panaji, build a life together with support from NGO Zindagi. Discover their journey of love, secrecy, and resilience against stigma.