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Goa’s Pramod Sawant govt faces heat from within—files ‘handled in secret’, tribal bhavan in limbo

After Culture Minister Govind Gaude flagged irregularities in the Pramod Sawant-led tribal welfare dept, the Oppn has demanded a formal inquiry against the CM.

IndiGo issues travel advisory for Goa, says heavy rain might lead to flight delays

The airline advised passengers to stay informed on flight status & contact customer service teams available at service touchpoints.

Goa temple committee failed to implement directives for CCTV, proper barricading, says official

A meeting was held just days before the annual festival, where Shree Lairai Temple was asked to make arrangements. However, the temple committee says they didn't have enough time to do so.

Goa CM Pramod Sawant orders magisterial inquiry into Shrigaon temple stampede

Six people lost their lives and over 50 suffered injuries Saturday following a stampede during the annual Lairai Devi festival at the temple in Shrigaon.

Goa didn’t choose to become a casino city—now it’s a state-sponsored moral gamble

The myth that casino development represented some organic evolution of Goa’s character has been demolished. Now, Panjim stands alienated from itself, where even basic institutions carry the branding of private gambling operators.

Goa’s favourite urrak drink is having a moment. It’s travelling from tavernas to Tokyo bars

Japanese bartender Hiroyasu Kayama’s interest in Goan urrak is a recognition that certain traditions carry weight in their resistance to standardisation.

From graft charges to infighting, Goa BJP battles a host of troubles as CM Sawant toasts 6 yrs at helm

While town planning minister Vishwajit Rane has been accused of changing rules for sale of land to a private builder, BJP struggles to address lack of discipline within the party.

Chhatrapati Shivaji is a new inflection point in Goan politics. And all nuance is lost

What unfolded that night at Uday Bhembre’s residence was the visible edge of a trend: Who controls the past, and through it, public imagination.

From Solar dos Colaços to Harvalkar House, Goan homes hold the stories of a dying era

Two books about Goan heritage homes, one by photographer Ulka Chauhan and another by author Heta Pandit, allow us to enter these spaces not as tourists but as witnesses to living history.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.