PANJIM, April 22 -- Following the serial blasts in Sri Lanka that killed over 200 people, the Goa Government has put Churches on alert by increasing security around the religious institution. The hotels are also directed to maintain strict vigil on the tourist visiting the place. Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant has issued instructions to Director General of Police, Pranab Nanda to heighten the security around the churches and also to inform the heads to be on alert.

Speaking to media persons, Sawant condemned the coward terrorist attack in the churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on Sunday morning. "It is highly painful and condemnable. Such an incident taking place on Easter Day needs to be condemned," he said. He said that on Sunday morning ...