Goa to auction 6 mineral blocks next month
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces auction of 6 new mineral blocks, with 40% of state's blocks now operational. The move accelerates mining revival after a 6-year shutdown. Read the full update.
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Goa GST Collections Fall 3% in December
Goa reports a 3% drop in GST revenue for December, with CM Pramod Sawant citing a slowdown. State among 12 with declining collections. Read the full analysis.
Goa Clears 8 Startups for Rs 10 Lakh Seed Funding
Goa's empowered committee, led by CM Pramod Sawant, approved seed capital for 8 innovative startups from 27 applicants. The state also funded 10 student tech projects, boosting its startup ecosystem.
Goa CM reviews Rs 513 cr infra projects, pushes for timely completion
Goa CM Pramod Sawant reviewed progress of Rs 512.9 cr central-funded infrastructure works. He directed departments to expedite projects and ensure benefits reach people quickly. Read more.
Goa's Cares Scheme Extended for 3 More Years
Goa CM Pramod Sawant extends the Cares coding scheme for 3 years, plans district excellence centres. See how it impacts 65,000 students.
Goa adds 5 new GI tags, portfolio now at 15
Goa's GI list grows to 15 with 5 new agricultural products, including unique mangoes, rice, and brinjal. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant says this empowers farmers and boosts local economy. Read more.
Goa's Third District Named Kushavati After Historic River
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces Kushavati as state's third district, named after the ancient river. It aims to boost governance, heritage tourism & regional development. Details inside.
BHU student Varsha Singh selected for national boxing camp
Varsha Singh, a BA II student at BHU, breaks a 15-year jinx by getting selected for the senior national elite women's boxing camp. Read about her journey and the university's pride.
Varsha Singh stuns top seed in Jaipur badminton quarters
Varsha Singh defeated top seed Aaradhya Dhingra in a thrilling U-17 match to reach the O N Dixit Memorial quarter-finals. Get all results from Jaipur's junior badminton action.
Gaikwad alleges Rs 125 crore DPDC fund misuse by Shelar
Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad accuses Mumbai guardian minister Ashish Shelar of diverting Rs 125 crore to his constituency. BJP denies allegations, sparking a major political row. Read the full details.
Bhandup Bus Crash: Human Error, Not Technical Fault, Says Probe
Preliminary probe into the BEST bus accident near Bhandup station points to driver error. Four dead, 10 injured. CM announces ₹5 lakh compensation. Driver arrested.
Goa Announces Third District, Headquarters in Quepem
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces a third district comprising four hinterland talukas. The move aims to improve governance and access to central funds. Details inside.
Goa suspends staff, issues notices post-fire report
Goa's Pollution Control Board suspends two officials for flawed inspection. CM Sawant orders showcause notices to departments over nightclub permissions following magisterial report with 60 safety recommendations.
Goa to Notify Third District with Quepem as Capital
Goa govt to notify third district on Wednesday amid opposition protests. Quepem to be capital, district to be named Chandrapur or Atal Gramin. Read details.
BEST bus accident: Driver arrested, claims previous driver's error
Mumbai police arrest BEST driver after bus mows down pedestrians in Bhandup, killing four. Driver claims bus was left in drive mode. Internal probe ordered.
Tata Hospital Nurse Varsha Sawant Dies in Mumbai Bus Accident
Varsha Sawant, a 24-year-old nurse at Tata Hospital, tragically died in the Bhandup BEST bus accident. She is the second nurse killed. Read the full story of the tragedy and tributes.
Mumbai Bus Crash Kills 4; Driver Cites Gear Fault
A BEST bus accident in Mumbai's Bhandup killed 4 and injured 8. Driver Santosh Sawant arrested, claims previous driver's handbrake error caused the tragedy. Details inside.
4 dead in Mumbai BEST bus accident at Bhandup
A tragic accident in Mumbai's Bhandup area leaves 4 dead and 9 injured after a reversing BEST bus hits pedestrians. Driver detained, inquiry demanded. Details inside.
Goa Road Fatalities Surge 37% in November 2025
Goa sees a sharp 33% rise in fatal road accidents and 37% increase in deaths in Nov 2025 vs last year. Tourist season & reduced traffic enforcement cited as key reasons. Details inside.
Goa Minister Backs Anti-Conversion Law, Slams 'Love Jihad'
Goa's Archives Minister Subhash Phal Dessai condemns 'love jihad' as a perverse tendency, supports demands for anti-conversion legislation. Read the full story on the political debate.
Congress Accuses Mahayuti of Looting Mumbai via BMC
Mumbai Congress chief Varsha Gaikwad alleges massive corruption in BMC works, citing a Rs 5,000-crore PAP scam. She claims public funds are being looted since 2022. Read the full chargesheet details.
Congress 'Chargesheet' Accuses Mahayuti of BMC Corruption
Mumbai Congress president Varsha Gaikwad released a 'chargesheet' detailing alleged corruption and failures in BMC under the Mahayuti-appointed administrator. Read the full allegations here.
Rs 3.11 Crore Cannabis Seized at Surat Airport from Bangkok Passenger
Customs AIU at Surat Airport seizes 3.11 kg cannabis worth Rs 3.11 crore from a woman arriving from Bangkok. This marks the second such case in a week, raising concerns about the airport becoming a transit hub for international drug smuggling. Read more.
Goa Archbishop, CM Sawant Share Christmas Messages
Archbishop of Goa Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrao and Chief Minister Pramod Sawant extend Christmas greetings, emphasizing peace, justice, and unity for Goa and the world. Read their full messages here.
Goa Police Deploys Rs 4.9 Crore Jammer Vehicle for VIP Security
Goa Police integrates a high-tech vehicle-mounted jammer to secure VVIP movements. CM Sawant also launches body-worn cameras for traffic police, making Goa first for such challan system.
Goa approves 10 industrial projects, 914 jobs
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces approval of 10 industrial projects worth Rs 217 crore, generating 914 jobs. IPB considers custom incentives for large investments over Rs 100 crore. Read more.
BJP wiped out in Salcete's Zilla Panchayat elections
BJP faced a humiliating defeat in Catholic-dominated Salcete, losing all three seats it contested. Congress-GFP alliance surged, while AAP held one seat. Read the full analysis of this major political shift in Goa.
BJP Wins Goa ZP Polls, Congress Gains Seats
BJP secures a third consecutive term in Goa's zilla panchayats, winning 29 seats. Congress doubles its tally to 10. Historic 70.8% voter turnout shapes the political landscape ahead of assembly polls.
BJP wins North & South Goa Zilla Panchayat polls
BJP clinches victory in Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections, winning 29 seats. CM Sawant credits welfare schemes for the win, while Congress improves tally to 10. Get the full analysis of the results and political implications.
Goa BJP wins 3rd straight ZP term; CM Sawant eyes course correction
Goa CM Pramod Sawant credits central schemes for BJP's third straight Zilla Panchayat win, admits local leadership issues. He hints at cabinet reshuffle ahead of 2027 assembly polls. Read the full analysis.
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