A young girl was seriously injured after being attacked by a pet pitbull in Indira Nagar, Chimbel. The incident occurred earlier today, and the child […]
Goa Cyber Crime Police Bust Illegal Call Centre Targeting US Citizens
Panaji – In a major crackdown on cyber fraud, the Cyber Crime Police Station, Goa, conducted a successful raid on an illegal call centre operating from rented premises in Bainginium, Old Goa. The operation, carried out on the intervening night of December 12-13, resulted in the arrest of seven accused individuals who were caught red-handed. The accused were impersonating agents of a fictitious "Payday" loan company. They targeted US citizens by offering instant loans and tricking victims into purchasing large quantities of gift cards (including brands such as Sephora, Macy’s, Green Dot Money Pack, Apple Gift Cards, Razer Gold, and Xbox) under false pretexts. These gift cards were then redeemed to siphon off funds. During the raid, police seized 6…
CM Intervenes in Carambolim Project Protest; Stop Work Order Assured
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant intervened on Monday following a protest…
South Goa MP Tables Private Bill Seeking Special Status for Goa
The long-standing demand for Special Status for Goa has been…
Minor Girl Reported Missing from Velsao; Police Register Case
Verna Police have registered a case following a complaint filed…
Elderly Man Found Dead in Decomposed State at Velsao
A 73-year-old man was found dead in a decomposed condition…
Sea Turtle Lays 135 Eggs at Morjim Beach, Reinforcing Goa’s Role as a Key Nesting Site
In a positive sign for marine conservation, a sea turtle…
Vijai Sardesai Demands Govt Intervention as Coconut Prices Soar Ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi
With Ganesh Chaturthi around the corner, Goa Forward Party MLA…
Maratha Military Landscapes Added to UNESCO World Heritage List
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has officially inscribed the Maratha…
Panaji Honored with Presidential Award for Cleanest City in Swachh Survekshan 2024
Panaji has been recognised among India’s cleanest cities, receiving the…
South Goa MP Tables Private Bill Seeking Special Status for Goa
The long-standing demand for Special Status for Goa has been…
Ceiling Collapse at Kala Academy’s Music Room Raises Safety Concerns
A portion of the false ceiling in the Western music…
Goa Govt to Introduce Bill Addressing Illegal Structures in Assembly Next Week
Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant has announced that the state government will table a Bill targeting the issue of illegal structures in the upcoming Assembly […]
Roen Almi Mushrooms Disappear from Goa’s Monsoon Season Amid Health and Conservation Warnings
The seasonal wild mushrooms known as Roen Almi have largely disappeared from Goa’s markets this monsoon. Local authorities and environmental experts have advised against harvesting […]
Porvorim Roads Worsen Amid Ongoing Corridor Works
Residents and daily commuters traveling along the Mapusa – Porvorim stretch are raising alarms over the dangerous state of the roads, worsened by heavy rainfall […]
Swimming Prohibited in Water Bodies Across North Goa After Spike in Drownings
Due to a surge in drowning incidents during the monsoon, the District Magistrate of North Goa has imposed a temporary ban on entering or swimming […]
IMD Issues Short-Term Rainfall and Wind Alert for Goa
IMD, Goa, has issued a nowcast weather warning on July 25, 2025, at 4:40 PM IST, forecasting light to moderate rainfall accompanied by gusty winds […]
Rohan Khaunte Targets High-End Stays to Develop Goa’s Hinterland Tourism
Goa’s Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has reiterated the government’s focus on strengthening hinterland tourism by investing in quality infrastructure. A key aspect of this initiative […]
Goa PWD Issues Notices to 29 Contractors Over Faulty Road Work
Panaji, July 2025:The Goa Public Works Department (PWD) has sent show-cause notices to 29 contractors responsible for poor road construction that still falls under the […]