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Motorcycle-Bus Collision on Assonora-Mapusa Road Claims Life of 45-Year-Old Rider; Wife Seriously Injured

Goa, Jan. 2 -- A tragic accident on the Assonora-Mapusa road claimed the life of a 45-year-old man after his motorcycle collided with a bus. The deceased has been identified as Laxmikant Shettkar, a r... Read More


Migrant Men Punished for Public Urination at Margao Municipal Garden; Locals Raise Safety Concerns

Goa, Jan. 2 -- Reserve Police personnel deployed at Margao Municipal Garden reportedly punished a group of migrant men after they were found urinating in the open in front of women visitors. As discip... Read More


India Slaps Excise Duty on Cigarettes from Feb 1

Goa, Jan. 1 -- In a move targeting one of India's biggest public health challenges, the government has imposed excise duty on tobacco products, including cigarettes, effective February 1, 2026. Shares... Read More


Arambol provisional zone change permission cancelled

Goa, Jan. 1 -- The Department of Town and Country Planning (TCP) has cancelled the provisional permission granted for a change of zone at Arambol, following concerns raised by local residents. Announc... Read More


Experts outline roadmap for Goa's wellbeing, sustainability in 2026

Goa, Jan. 1 -- As the calendar turns to January 1, 2026, Goa welcomes the New Year with more than just celebrations, a moment to reflect on expectations for the year. Experts from health, environment,... Read More


Who is Hussain Mahboob? Fugitive's extradition fast-tracked by India

Goa, Jan. 1 -- India has initiated formal extradition proceedings to bring back fugitive Hussain Mohammad Shattaf, also known as Hussain Mahboob Khokhawala, from the United Arab Emirates. He is the pr... Read More


High Court seeks report from Madhya Pradesh on Indore water tragedy within 48 hours

Goa, Jan. 1 -- The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Wednesday directed the state government to provide free medical treatment to people affected by vomiting and diarrhoea after consuming contaminated drin... Read More


Mitchell Marsh named captain of Australia's 2026 T20 World Cup squad

Goa, Jan. 1 -- Cricket Australia has announced a 15-member provisional squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Mitchell Marsh will lead the side, wi... Read More


Dog Squad, forensic teams probe spot where caretaker was found dead

Goa, Jan. 1 -- A Dog Squad and forensic team, accompanied by personnel from Calangute police, arrived at the spot where an elderly caretaker was allegedly found murdered at Prabhuwado, Calangute. The ... Read More


Experts outline roadmap for Goa's wellbeing, sustainability in 2026

India, Jan. 1 -- As the calendar turns to January 1, 2026, Goa welcomes the New Year with more than just celebrations, a moment to reflect on expectations for the year. Experts from health, environmen... Read More