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Goa means nature, tourism, but today it also means new model of development: PM Narendra Modi

Goa means nature, tourism, but today it also means new model of development: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Modi said that Goa has everything needed for the development of 'AatmaNirbhar Bharat'.

Oct 23, 2021, 12:28 PM IST
'Together, we will usher in a new dawn for Goa', says West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee ahead of her visit

'Together, we will usher in a new dawn for Goa', says West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee ahead of her visit

TMC supremo's visit comes ahead of the elections to the 40-member Goa assembly early next year.

Oct 23, 2021, 09:28 AM IST
PM Narendra Modi to interact with beneficiaries of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat Swayampurna Goa' today

PM Narendra Modi to interact with beneficiaries of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat Swayampurna Goa' today

The interaction with Goans will take place at 11 AM via video conferencing following which PM Modi will deliver an address. 

Oct 23, 2021, 06:25 AM IST
Goa Police recruitment 2021: Bumper vacancies announced for Constable and other posts, details here

Goa Police recruitment 2021: Bumper vacancies announced for Constable and other posts, details here

Goa Police recruitment 2021: The last date to apply for Police Constable (armed police), Pharmacist and other vacancies is November 8. 

Oct 21, 2021, 12:51 PM IST
India's first liquor museum ‘All About Alcohol’ opens in Goa

India's first liquor museum ‘All About Alcohol’ opens in Goa

India`s first liquor museum `All About Alcohol` is set up in Candolim village of North Goa.

Oct 17, 2021, 18:58 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi to interact with Swayampurna Mitras virtually on October 23

PM Narendra Modi to interact with Swayampurna Mitras virtually on October 23

Goa CM Pramod Sawant said that the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has acknowledged the work undertaken through Swayampurna Goa and also informed that Modi will interact with Swayampurna Mitras,

Oct 16, 2021, 22:03 PM IST
Open for alliance with like-minded parties: Goa BJP chief ahead of 2022 Assembly polls

Open for alliance with like-minded parties: Goa BJP chief ahead of 2022 Assembly polls

Goa BJP chief Sadanand Shet Tanavade said that the door was open for all like-minded parties who think of the welfare of Goa, including MGP. 

Oct 16, 2021, 21:30 PM IST
Goa government allows schools to reopen for Classes 9 to 12 from October 18

Goa government allows schools to reopen for Classes 9 to 12 from October 18

“Schools may, if required, initially follow a hybrid mode of teaching, that is, online as well as offline classes,” the circular stated.

Oct 15, 2021, 16:17 PM IST
BJP will win absolute majority in Goa Assembly polls and form government again: Amit Shah

BJP will win absolute majority in Goa Assembly polls and form government again: Amit Shah

"BJP will form the next government in the state with absolute majority...There is still time for elections. But I am appealing to the people of Goa to make up their mind to elect the BJP government

Oct 14, 2021, 15:48 PM IST
Goa Police recruitment 2021: Vacancies announced for constable and other posts, check details here

Goa Police recruitment 2021: Vacancies announced for constable and other posts, check details here

Goa Police recruitment 2021: Interested candidates can check the notification on the official website of Goa Police at citizen.goapolice.gov.in.

Oct 14, 2021, 10:00 AM IST
In a first, Indian Railways uses idle AC coaches to transport chocolates

In a first, Indian Railways uses idle AC coaches to transport chocolates

The parcel Express of 18 AC coaches carried 163 tonnes and covered a distance of 2,168 km from Vasco da Gama (Goa) to Okhla (Delhi).

Oct 10, 2021, 08:30 AM IST
When will Goa schools reopen? CM Pramod Sawant spills the beans

When will Goa schools reopen? CM Pramod Sawant spills the beans

An expert committee of doctors has given its go-ahead for the resumption of physical classes, Goa CM Pramod Sawant said. 

Oct 01, 2021, 09:12 AM IST
Days after leaving Congress, former Goa CM Luizinho Faleiro to join TMC today

Days after leaving Congress, former Goa CM Luizinho Faleiro to join TMC today

Luizinho Faleiro, who has served two terms as Chief Minister of Goa, recently resigned from Congress. 

Sep 29, 2021, 10:52 AM IST
Goa assembly polls: Arvind Kejriwal promises allowance for unemployed, 80% jobs for locals

Goa assembly polls: Arvind Kejriwal promises allowance for unemployed, 80% jobs for locals

Addressing a press conference on Tuesday, Kejriwal said, "80 per cent of jobs, including in the private sector, will be reserved for Goan youths. We will pass a law making it mandatory for private

Sep 22, 2021, 07:27 AM IST
Planning a trip to Goa? Know when the casinos will resume operations

Planning a trip to Goa? Know when the casinos will resume operations

The ban on spas, massage parlours, river cruises, EDMs and nightclubs will continue.

Sep 19, 2021, 14:37 PM IST
Indian Naval Aviation receives prestigious President's Colour in Goa

Indian Naval Aviation receives prestigious President's Colour in Goa

President Ram Nath Kovind presented the President's Colour to Indian naval Aviation at INS Hansa, Goa

Sep 06, 2021, 17:33 PM IST
IMD predicts very heavy rainfall in Goa, CM Pramod Sawant puts administration on high alert

IMD predicts very heavy rainfall in Goa, CM Pramod Sawant puts administration on high alert

“After the experience of last month, when several places were flooded (due to heavy rains), we are leaving nothing to chance,” the official said.

Sep 05, 2021, 12:14 PM IST
Goa allows foreigners to get COVID-19 jab, check details here

Goa allows foreigners to get COVID-19 jab, check details here

Goa Vaccination Nodal Officer Dr Anup Netravalkar said those foreigners who took the jab outside Goa, can get the second jab in the coastal state.

Sep 01, 2021, 19:52 PM IST
Goa homes to get free water supply upto 16K litres per month from today

Goa homes to get free water supply upto 16K litres per month from today

"From September 1, we are reducing water bills. 16,000 litres of water will be given free of cost. From 1 September, 60 per cent of the households will get zero bills. Those living in flats or

Sep 01, 2021, 06:58 AM IST
Goa extends COVID-19 curfew again till September 6 as new coronavirus cases surge

Goa extends COVID-19 curfew again till September 6 as new coronavirus cases surge

The 24-hour curfew was first imposed in Goa on May 9 this year and since then it has been extended regularly.

Aug 30, 2021, 10:01 AM IST