NH-66 Goa stretches to shut for 2 months from Jan 2026
Goa govt announces 2-month closure of two NH-66 stretches from Jan 2, 2026 for Porvorim six-lane elevated corridor work. Details on diversions and traffic plans inside.
Goa govt announces 2-month closure of two NH-66 stretches from Jan 2, 2026 for Porvorim six-lane elevated corridor work. Details on diversions and traffic plans inside.
Panaji's mild winter chill sees slight relief as temperatures rise to 19.5°C, though still below normal. IMD forecasts similar conditions for the week ahead. Read the full weather update.
Villagers in Chimbel, Panaji, escalate protest against Pradhan Mantri Ekta Mall, planning a hunger strike and court petition for Jan 8 hearing. They allege contempt of court and wetland destruction.
Panaji's smart city mission rebuilds 35km of drains to combat waterlogging. Discover how new materials and strategic planning are making the capital more resilient. Read the full story.
Panaji's fire department will inspect all city buildings for fire safety certificates. Structures over 100sqm will be examined, others need self-declaration. Learn the new safety rules.
Three childhood friends from different faiths in Panaji built an eco-friendly, robotic walk-in Christmas crib, showcasing communal harmony. The installation has become a major local attraction. Read their inspiring story.
Panaji and Mormugao observatories recorded cooler than normal weather on Friday. Minimum temperatures dropped significantly. IMD forecasts dry weather and haze till month-end. Read for details.
A scholar reveals how the Akali Movement was a calculated act of defiance against British colonial rule, marking a pivotal moment in India's freedom struggle. Discover the untold 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.
A recent BNM seminar in Canada commemorated the life and activism of Karima Baloch, a pivotal figure in the Baloch freedom movement. Experts discussed her enduring legacy and Pakistan's alleged rights violations. Read more.
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.
Following a dismal performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is strategizing a major revival in the Kashmir Valley. Learn about their new plans and leadership's vision.
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.
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.
Pakistan's Sindh Assembly witnessed heated clashes over Karachi's transport crisis. The provincial government announced a major expansion of 500 new buses for the city's struggling system.
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
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.