Goa to deploy AI cams to look inside tinted cars
Nida Sayed on 04/29/2026

Goa to deploy AI cams to look inside tinted cars

Goa is deploying an advanced AI-powered surveillance system to enhance law enforcement and road safety. Equipped with high-speed detection and night vision, the cameras will identify individuals and capture license plates for effective offender tracking. The system, monitored from a command center,

N Nida Sayed
State sees its third-hottest summer night in half a century
Nida Sayed on 04/29/2026

State sees its third-hottest summer night in half a century

Goa experienced its third-hottest summer night in 50 years, with temperatures reaching 28.6°C. This marks the third consecutive night above 28°C, a trend attributed to high atmospheric moisture and cloud cover trapping heat. Experts suggest a gradual cooling over the next few days, with minimum temp

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Social media curbs for U-16s: Goa to move proposal to Centre
Newton Sequeira on 04/29/2026

Social media curbs for U-16s: Goa to move proposal to Centre

Goa's IT Minister Rohan Khaunte announced a finalized document proposing restrictions on social media access for minors under 16 nationwide. The state will submit this to the Union IT Minister, citing concerns over detrimental effects on students. Simultaneously, Goa is seeking public feedback on it

N Newton Sequeira
Calangute traffic cell halts ops after supply cut over unpaid bill
Murari Shetye on 04/28/2026

Calangute traffic cell halts ops after supply cut over unpaid bill

Goa police's Calangute traffic cell has ceased operations after the village panchayat disconnected its power supply due to an unpaid electricity bill of Rs 8 lakh. The cell, operating at the Poriat football ground since 2012, failed to pay dues for over a decade. The panchayat has also covered sewag

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