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Bethora-Nirankal gramsabha faces protests over unresolved issues

PONDA, Feb. 2 -- Team Herald High drama unfolded on Sunday at the Bethora-Nirankal-Conshem-Codar Gramsabha, which was marred protests for nearly an hour. A group of villagers boycotted the meeting, ... Read More


Betalbhatim gram sabha says no to swimming pools

MARGAO, Feb. 2 -- Team Herald In an interesting development on Sunday, the Betalbhatim Village Panchayat passed a resolution to halt the issuance of permission for swimming pools in new construction ... Read More


Arambol's decline: Encroachments, pollution and crime taking their toll

Goa, Feb. 2 -- Arambol beach used to be a secluded, clean stretch, perfect to spend a relaxing evening - despite the rush of tourists, it was still considered a safe beach. The recent incident where a... Read More


Nullah opposite Mapusa fish market stinks

Goa, Feb. 2 -- As one walks down to the bustling Mapusa market along the newly slabbed nullah behind the fish market, bordering the government complex, the stench of untreated sewage fills the air. In... Read More


Painting of fish market walls not thought through

Goa, Feb. 2 -- After years of redevelopment efforts, Goa's only wholesale fish market in Margao is finally nearing its much-anticipated commissioning. However, one critical component remains conspicuo... Read More


Nuvem stretch of Western Bypass pitch dark

Goa, Feb. 2 -- The residents of Nuvem have been waiting for their stretch of the Western Bypass to be lit up for over 6 months now. While the lights are installed, they do not work. This has made part... Read More


Maintain the beauty of the Heritage complex

Goa, Feb. 2 -- The bustling Old Goa complex attracts thousands of tourists every day. While there are many shops around the complex, many people sell various artifacts. Some sell their produce moving... Read More


Dairy Farmer Teotonio Afonso's Dedication to Traditional Livestock Rearing

Goa, Feb. 2 -- JENIFER FERNANDES joseph@herald-goa.com ALDONA: Teotonio Tomas Afonso, a 64-year-old resident of Nachinola, has dedicated his life to rearing livestock, a profession he has been engag... Read More


From Music to Harvests: Tony D'Souza's Journey in Sustainable Farming

PARRA, Feb. 2 -- ERWIN FONSECA Anthony D'Souza, or 'Tony' as he is popularly known, owns approximately 8,000 square metres of land in Parra. He fondly recalls visiting this land with his parents as a... Read More


From Hobby to Profession: Kiran Mayenkar's Journey as a Drone Pilot

PANJIM, Feb. 2 -- MANJALI NAIK Growing up during the early 2000's, Kiran Mayenkar's interest in remote-controlled (RC) cars was the first spark that ignited his love for technology. He was fascinated... Read More