Sunshine on the shores again as Mormugao Port witnesses record cargo traffic
The good news on the economic front also coincides with Goa’s domestic cruise season which is mending its sails in an attempt to rule the waves once more.
Nov 01, 2021, 17:38 PM IST
Couldn't get warm welcome you expected in Goa? Blame it on COVID-19
After the low footfall of tourists, many businesses in the tourism sector has seen losses over the past year.
Aug 13, 2021, 07:06 AM IST
Goa`s draft tourism policy and master plan a 'copy paste' job, alleges BJP MLA Glenn Ticlo
BJP legislator Glenn Ticlo on Wednesday alleged that Goa`s draft tourism policy 2018 and master plan, which is being carried out by a leading global consultancy firm is a "copy paste" job, and questioned the state government`s decision to pay around Rs 3 crore for drafting the plan.
Jul 17, 2019, 14:27 PM IST
Casinos play big role in promoting Goa tourism: Sanjay Dutt
Bollywood superstar Sanjay Dutt believes that casinos play a big role in promoting tourism in Goa.
May 12, 2019, 05:51 AM IST
Goa jail readied for foreign nationals overstaying illegally
The coastal state sees around four lakh foreign arrivals every year on business or tourist visas.
Feb 08, 2019, 10:12 AM IST
Russians tops list of foreign tourist arrivals in 2018: Goa Minister
A total of 3.11 lakh Russians arrived in Goa from January to October 2018, says Tourism Minister Manohar Ajgaonkar.
Jan 30, 2019, 13:55 PM IST
Hefty fine for drinking alcohol, cooking on Goa beaches: State Tourism Minister
The Bill is yet to be passed in the Assembly.
Jan 24, 2019, 22:10 PM IST
Goa draft tourism policy for setting up marinas, golf courses
The Core Tourism Programmes under the policy emphasises on "development standards and development guidelines for setting up small marinas and jetties at specific locations identified in the state".
Jan 05, 2019, 13:52 PM IST
Indian tourists think Goa beaches unsafe at night, foreigners differ
Goa is one of the top beach tourism destinations in the country and attracts nearly seven million tourists.
Aug 16, 2018, 12:38 PM IST
Beer on the beach? Goa ready to dampen high spirits with hefty fines
CM Manohar Parrikar has said his government is set to impose heavy penalties on those found guilty of alcohol consumption in public.
Jul 17, 2018, 06:46 AM IST
Sun, sand and sanitation: Goa celebrates beach hygiene campaign with music party
Goa is one of the most popular beach tourism destinations in the country, but has been plagued by the garbage menace, especially along coastal areas, which caters to tourism.
Apr 16, 2018, 08:21 AM IST
