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Goa asks Centre to inspect K’taka’s projects on Mhadei
Goa urges Centre to inspect Karnataka’s Kalasa-Bhandura Mhadei projects during monsoon, citing 32% rain deficit, alleged breaches, and abandoned works.
Vasco police link Baina flyover crash that killed two to speeding
Vasco police suspect speeding caused Baina flyover crash killing two; rider lost control at sharp U-turn. Authorities consider railings, crash barriers and AI cameras.
Qatar Airways: Miami – Goa, India. $944. Roundtrip, including all Taxes
A good sale to GoaSample Travel Date:January 20th - 27th, 2027Please note that while this fare is valid at time of posting, if this post is more than two days old, the fare
Study flags gaps in EIA for Tinaighat–Kulem railway doubling project
Study finds gaps in WII’s EIA for Tinaighat–Kulem rail doubling through Goa’s Mollem/Bhagwan Mahavir and Karnataka’s Kali Tiger Reserve, citing biodiversity and social-impact omissions.
Sports infrastructure must serve athletes, not business: GFP
Goa Forward’s Vijai Sardesai opposes profit-driven privatization of taxpayer-funded sports facilities, urges access for local athletes and a sports progress white paper.
IT dept clears seed funding for 15 startups
Goa IT department approves Rs 10 lakh seed grants for 15 startups under Startup Policy 2025; Rs 10 lakh each also given to 4 colleges for incubation centres.
Sand erosion along Salcete coastline raise green concerns
High-speed monsoon winds and rough seas are accelerating sand erosion on Salcete’s beaches in Goa, severely impacting Colva, Benaulim and Betalbatim.
Goa-Sindhudurg truckers’ issues to be resolved in 8 days: Maha MLA
Maha MLA Nilesh Rane says Goa–Sindhudurg sand and gravel truckers’ fee and transport rate dispute will be resolved in 8 days after talks with CM Sawant.
MPA hands over cruise terminal to EPI for completion
MPA hands stalled Rs 72 crore Vasco cruise terminal to govt firm EPI for completion; port expects work to resume and finish before 2027 cruise season.
Azossim bundh repaired, but flood threat persists, say tenants
Rs 82 lakh Azossim bundh repairs completed in Goa, but tenants warn flood risk persists until the breached main bundh along Cumbharjua canal is restored.
CCP looks to revive Ribandar football ground, in talks with sports dept
CCP plans to revive Ribandar football ground, in talks with sports dept to upgrade facilities and explore funding after site was used as a dumping yard.
FRRO deports 43 overstaying foreigners in six months
FRRO Goa deported 43 overstaying foreigners in H1 2026, including 14 in June; most were Russians, Bangladeshis and Ugandans, officials say.
CM urges calm over IIT Goa campus plans near shrine
Goa CM Pramod Sawant assures IIT Goa’s Farmagudi campus will be built on government land and won’t affect the revered Katamgal Dada shrine.
Spark by Hilton debuts in APAC, opens 2 hotels in Bengaluru, Goa
Hilton has launched its Spark by Hilton brand in Asia Pacific with new hotels in Bengaluru and Goa. This expansion is part of a significant deal with Olive Hospitality to establish 150 Spark by Hilton properties across India. These new hotels cater to practic…
Alila Diwa Goa Appoints Takshila Chheda as Area Director – Digital Marketing | Online News 9
Alila Diwa Goa Appoints Takshila Chheda as Area Director – Digital Marketing | Online News 9onlinenews9.in
ICG bolsters operational effectiveness with induction of indigenous Air Cushion Vehicle
The first of the six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs), being constructed by Chowgule & Company Private Limited for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), was inducted into service in Goa on June 18, 2026. The hovercraft aims to enhance ICG's operational effectiv…
Goa liquor being smuggled to Rajasthan seized on Mumbai-Nashik highway; consignment worth Rs 1.90 crore confiscated
Bhiwandi excise officials intercepted a container truck on the Mumbai-Nashik Highway, uncovering an interstate liquor smuggling operation. The truck, disguised as carrying electronics, was found with 1,620 boxes of Goa-marked liquor worth Rs 1.63 crore, desti…
Eight held in kidnap-robbery of jewellery manufacturing workers
Belagavi police arrest 8 in kidnap-robbery of jewellery workers en route to Goa; Rs 40.5 lakh seized, including cars, cash, pistol; insiders involved.
Special place in my heart : Arvind Kejriwal wishes Goans on Statehood Day
May Goa continue to prosper , play important role in building a Viksit Bharat : PM Modi on Statehood Day
Rajasthan and Goa showcased at ITB China , a prestigious tourism exhibition in Shanghai
After Kantara row, Ranveer visits Chamundeshwari Temple
Months after sparking outrage for mimicking a scene from Kantara: Chapter 1 at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, actor Ranveer S.
I gave ChatGPT a ₹10,000 budget for a summer trip — Here’s whether It chose Goa or Puducherry
Goa is ideal for energetic group vacations with nightlife and beach activities, while Puducherry offers affordability and relaxation. Goa's costs range ₹10,000- ₹12,000, whereas Puducherry can fit within ₹8,000- ₹10,000, making it suitable for budget-consci…
National Institute of Water Sports (NIWS), Carenzalem, Goa, India by M:OFA Studio
Set along Goa’s coastline, the National Institute of Water Sports (NIWS) was commissioned to formalize training, research, and safety standards for an expanding marine tourism and adventure-sports economy. NIWS began through an international design competitio…
Blackstone-backed Ventive doubles down on luxury hospitality with ₹2,000 cr push
With a ₹2,000 crore expansion, Ventive Hospitality aims to capitalize on luxury travel demand. The firm operates 13 assets and plans to grow by focusing on large luxury projects and acquisitions in key markets like Goa, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Goa welcomes home its crowned star
Despite the scorching afternoon heat, Goans turned out in large numbers to welcome home Femina Miss India World 2026, Sadhvi Sail, as she returned tri.
Bus conductor gets 10 years RI for raping minor
A Pocso court in Goa has sentenced a bus conductor to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for the rape of a 17-year-old girl, highlighting the importance of protecting minors from sexual abuse.
3-doctor team conducts autopsy on Sacorda tiger
A postmortem examination of a decomposed tiger carcass was conducted in Sacorda, Goa, revealing some missing parts and sparking concerns over the recent disappearance of domestic animals in the area.
IT dept pulls up depts over website compliance delay
The Goa IT Department has issued a second reminder to government departments for compliance with crucial website security and accessibility standards to prevent cyber threats.
Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7: Auction Highlights And Squad Details
Manav Thakkar joins UP Prometheans with Yang Liu, while Divya Chitale remains the highest-valued Indian player at the UTT auction. Bernadette Szocs tops the auction, joining Dempo Goa Challengers. The seventh season will be held in Goa from July 9-26.