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Goa CM Rules Out Doctor's Suspension Day After Health Minister’s Viral Video Berating Him Sparks Uproar

Panaji · Panaji

Goa CM Rules Out Doctor's Suspension Day After Health Minister’s Viral Video Berating Him Sparks Uproar

50% Right coverage: 12 sources

Earlier on Saturday, a video of Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane losing his cool and ordering the suspension of a senior doctor at Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) had gone viral.See the Story

Two Free State Officers in Court in Connection with Guesthouse Rape

North Goa · North Goa

Two Free State Officers in Court in Connection with Guesthouse Rape

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The incident allegedly happened after the officers met two women at a nightclub and took them to a guesthouse in Kroonstad.See the Story

Therapy Helped a George Mason Student Stay on Track. Now They Want to Repay the Favor

Margao · Margao

Therapy Helped a George Mason Student Stay on Track. Now They Want to Repay the Favor

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Rae Luna Lagnese became overwhelmed during the transition to taking classes at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia.See the Story

Cab Aggregator Guidelines Will Not Bring in Ola, Uber: CM

Allays fears of local taxi operators and drivers Panaji: Following a meeting with taxi operators at the Mantralaya, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said the draft guidelines for cab aggregators will not open the doors for companies like Ola and Uber. The draft notification issued by the government is to finalise guidelines for taxi aggregators in the state and not to bring in national cab aggregators like Ola and Uber, Sawant told a deleg…Uber · Panaji See the Story

Goa Tourism Launches #GlowOnArrival Campaign: A Rejuvenating Monsoon Escape - Goemkarponn

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, has launched its much-anticipated monsoon campaign, #GlowOnArrival, positioning Goa as India’s ultimate feel-good monsoon destination. The campaign highlights the unique charm of Goa during the rainy season — where mist-laden hills, vibrant green landscapes, and the soothing rhythm of the rains create the perfect setting for rest, renewal, and reconnection. Goa Tourism is foc…Goa · Goa See the Story

Samagra Shiksha fraud: Accused who concealed stolen funds held – The Navhind Times

Panaji: Crime Branch police have arrested Subhashis Sikdar, one of the masterminds in the Rs 4.62 crore scam linked to Goa Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, said a senior police officer on Friday. Police also arrested Mriganka Joarder along with Sikdar. Police have totally arrested seven accused till date, all natives of West Bengal, and are on the lookout for more. According to police, Sikdar is a mastermind behind the scam involving illegal withdrawal …Goa · Goa Read Article

Dilapidated Portuguese-era bungalow in Mapusa razed – The Navhind Times

Mapusa: The Mapusa Municipal Council (MMC), on Friday, completed the demolition of an old Portuguese-era bungalow near Kranti Veer Chowk and another dangerous structure at Shetyewaddo. The bungalow, owned by Rajendra Desai Deshprabhu and formerly occupied by Dr Chandu Borkar, was declared unsafe in 2017 under Section 190 of the Goa Municipalities Act, 1968. Though portions were demolished earlier, the structure remained hazardous due to lack of …Mapusa · Mapusa Read Article

M’luru scrap dealer held in Ponda businessman abduction case

Ponda: In the case of the daylight abduction of Ponda-based businessman Sandeep Chaudhary (32), police, on Friday, arrested mastermind Munir Al Shafiq (22), a resident of Mangaluru, Karnataka. The Police said business rivalry was the motive. Teams from Goa Police, with help from Karnataka Police, traced Chaudhary to Bengaluru within a day of his abduction. “During interrogation, it was revealed that the accused and victim knew each other and had…Ponda · Ponda Read Article

CEO Goa refutes allegations of voter enrolment irregularities in Panaji – The Navhind Times

Inquiry initiated; citizens urged to report discrepancies via Form 7 Panaji: The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Goa, has denied allegations of irregularities in voter enrolment in the Panaji assembly constituency following a social media post by Congress’ Elvis Gomes. The CEO was responding to a video published by a media house and a separate post on X by Gomes alleging mass transfers of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and enrolment of…Panaji · Panaji Read Article

90% consumer complaints resolved via conciliation

Free, informal grievance redressal mechanism gains popularity Shahin Bepari Lambe Panaji : About 90% of consumer complaints in Goa are being successfully resolved through the conciliation process, according to a member of the conciliation committee. The mechanism, aimed at redressing grievances without court intervention, is proving to be a quick and cost-free solution for consumers. “It helps many people settle their complaints quickly,” the co…Panaji · Panaji Read Article

MICE India & Luxury Travel Congress (MILT) Returns For 12th Annual Edition In Goa: Know Dates, Venues And Other Details... - EBNW Story

The MICE India & Luxury Travel Congress (MILT)—India’s premier and most influential platform for MICE and luxury travel—is set to return for its 12th Annual Edition on July 24–25, 2025, at the Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon. Recognized as the only event of its kind in India, MILT brings together the country’s top corporate buyers and the world’s leading travel and hospitality brands in a business-driven, invitation-only environment. “India is one of…Goa · Goa Read Article