Despite producing 672MLD (Million Liters per Day) of treated water daily, Goa faces a shortage of 80 to 100MLD due to leakages from aging pipelines, resulting in a non-revenue water (NRW) rate of over 30%. However, a positive change is on the horizon, as Goa plans to become self-sufficient in its water needs by 2024. […]
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The state directorate of transport has experienced a significant reduction in traffic violations following the installation of AI-operated cameras in June. Rajan Satardekar, Director of Transport, attributes this decline to the innovative Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS), which serves as an ever-watchful, invisible eye on the city’s roads. The latest data reveals a striking decrease […]
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As tourists, both from India and abroad, flock to Goa’s sandy shores, there’s uncertainty surrounding the reopening of shacks, a key feature of the state’s beaches. Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has revealed that the environment department is yet to respond to his department’s request for the completion of the beach-carrying capacity assessment. This assessment will […]
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The Directorate of Education (DOE) has announced a rescheduled Diwali vacation for schools in the state. In light of the 37th National Games scheduled to be hosted by Goa this year, the vacation has been advanced to run from October 25 to November 18. Consequently, the second term will commence on November 20. These instructions […]
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In two separate operations, the crime branch has successfully confiscated drugs valued at Rs. 13 lakh. In the first case, three minor individuals from Bihar were discovered in possession of narcotics worth Rs. 12 lakh. Acting on a tip-off regarding individuals transporting illicit substances to Goa, the crime branch conducted a raid near the Sirsaim […]
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