Goa comes alive as rhythms of Shigmo echo across the streets of Goa
Will act against tourists who harass foreign women for selfies: Khaunte
Murari Shetye on 03/10/2026

Will act against tourists who harass foreign women for selfies: Khaunte

Goa's Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte announced strict action against youths and tourists harassing international visitors on beaches for selfies. Emphasizing that 'kuch bi nai chalega' (nothing will be tolerated), the government is deploying additional tourism police and women constables to enhance

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CM: Port limits in villages to go from draft coastal plan
Gauree Malkarnekar on 03/10/2026

CM: Port limits in villages to go from draft coastal plan

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assured the assembly that the draft Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) 2019 will undergo public consultation only after removing expanded port limits within village areas. He also pledged to maintain current coal handling levels and retain Goan rights over state riv

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Vijai apologises, but says he had right to be heard in House inquiry
Gauree Malkarnekar on 03/10/2026

Vijai apologises, but says he had right to be heard in House inquiry

Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai offered an unconditional apology to Speaker Ganesh Gaonkar for visitors he issued passes to, who protested in the House. Sardesai stated he had no prior knowledge of their disruptive intentions, emphasizing that issuing passes is a right and he wasn't aware of their plans.

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Panaji goes to polls, Utpal panel seeks to stop Babush dominance
Murari Shetye on 03/10/2026

Panaji goes to polls, Utpal panel seeks to stop Babush dominance

Panaji voters head to polls today for the Corporation of the City of Panaji elections, with over 32,000 eligible to cast ballots for 30 seats. The contest pits Utpal Parrikar's new panel against Revenue Minister Atanasio Monserrate's established group. A united opposition aims to challenge Monserrat

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