Art and culture minister Govind Gaude announced on Friday that Goa’s library policy will be implemented this month, with Nandkumar Kamat serving as the chairman. The policy aims to develop libraries across the state, ensuring that children in rural areas have easy access to library facilities, similar to their urban counterparts. Being one of the […]
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A recent report from the Centre highlights the presence of a breeding tigers in the protected areas of Goa, emphasizing the importance of tiger conservation. The report also cautions against damming the rivers in the Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary to ensure the preservation of these majestic creatures. In a significant development, the high court of Bombay […]
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The Yachting Association of India announced Cdr Abhilash Tomy (Retd) as the recipient of the prestigious Admiral RH Tahiliani Trophy for ‘Yachtsperson of the Year’ on Monday. Cdr Abhilash Tomy recently achieved a remarkable feat by completing a challenging solo circumnavigation as part of the Golden Globe Race, securing the second position in the competition. […]
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As continuous heavy rain lashes the state, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert on Wednesday, warning citizens about the potential for flooding and other impacts from the “extremely heavy rainfall.” The rain has been relentless, with the total rainfall for the season reaching 92.1 inches (2,341mm), surpassing the usual value of 71 […]
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Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Monday assured action in the House against those responsible for supplying rice infected with insects, weevils, and fungus in the month of May. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that a committee has been formed to investigate the matter. Congress MLA Carlos Ferreira and Goa Forward MLA Vijay Sardesai raised […]
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The Victory Flame of Swarnim Vijay Varsh celebrations, commemorating the 50th anniversary of victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak War, arrived at INS Gomantak, Goa on 11 Sep 21. The Flame was received there by Rear Admiral Phillipose G Pynumootil, Flag Officer Commanding Goa Area, at the war memorial erected in honour of those that made […]
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Sikh protesters carrying swords attacked policemen, leaving four injured. The police refused to allow the religious processions which angered the mob. The mob then went out of control and attacked the policemen with swords. A case has been registered and 18 people have been detained so far. Superintendent of Police Pramod Kumar Shewale said the […]
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PM Modi said he prayed at the temple and asked the Goddess to free the world from the Corona virus pandemic. He was welcomed in a traditional way upon his arrival at the temple. Inside the temple, PM sat on the floor while the temple priest was reciting the religious texts. “Feeling blessed after praying […]
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PM Modi goes on a first foreign visit after the COVID-19 pandemic broke out last year. He is on a two day tour in Bangladesh where he will attend an event at the National Martyr’s Memorial and the National Day programme today. Tomorrow PM will visit the mausoleum of ‘Bangabandhu’ Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Tungipara […]
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The Samyukta Kisan Morcha a coalition of farmers’ unions, have called for a nationwide strike in protest against the farm laws that are passed recently. “The peaceful bandh will remain effective from morning till evening,” farmer leader Buta Singh Burjgill said. The farmers have gathered at several highways and roads in the two states including […]
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