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Goa is a state on the southwestern coast of India within the Konkan region, geographically separated from the Deccan highlands by the Western Ghats. It is bound by the Indian states of Maharashtra to the north, and Karnataka to the east and south, with the Arabian Sea in the west. It is India's smallest state by area and fourth-smallest by population. Goa has the highest GDP per capita among all Indian states, two and a half times as high as the GDP per capita of the country as a whole. The Eleventh Finance Commission of India named Goa the best-placed state because of its infrastructure, and India's National Commission on Population rated it as having the best quality of life in India. It is the second-highest ranking among Indian states in the human development index.
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Saudi Arabia hands over 2011 Goa riots accused to CBIThe CBI apprehended Barkat Ali, an absconding suspect in the 2011 Balli riots case, upon his deportation from Saudi Arabia. Ali, named in the CBI chargesheet, faces charges including unlawful assembly,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Hundreds fall victim to Goa cash-for-job scamA cash-for-jobs scam has rocked Goa, with numerous individuals, including government officials and those claiming political connections, arrested for allegedly duping people out of crores of rupees by..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Weather update: IMD issues heavy rainfall warning in 17 states for next three days, check detailsIMD has predicted very heavy rains in many areas of the country including Gujarat, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim, Bihar, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Konkan and Goa, Central Maharashtra, and..DNA - Published | |
Records smashed as Olive Ridleys put 45 thousand eggs in Goa basketOlive Ridley turtles have laid an unprecedented 45,493 eggs on Goa's beaches this season, breaking past records. The state forest department's conservation initiatives are credited for this surge...IndiaTimes - Published | |
Goa guv: Christian population has come down from 36% to 25% while Muslims' has risen from 3% to 12%Goa governor P S Sreedharan Pillai has stirred controversy by commenting on the decline of Christians in Goa, noting a decrease from 36% to 25%, while the Muslim population rose from 3% to 12%. He..IndiaTimes - Published | |
First Mumbai-Goa train on Western Railway to launch today: Check route, timings, stoppages and moreThe train's inaugural run will take place on August 29 from Borivali, a major station on WR, instead of Bandra Terminus, they said.DNA - Published | |
Mumbai to Goa in just 6 hours via Konkan Expressway, know distance, route, cost and moreIt will be a 376 km-long and 6-lane access-controlled highway.DNA - Published | |
After Wayanad tragedy, Centre issues fresh draft to declare over 56,800 sq km of Western Ghats eco-sensitiveOverall, the notification proposes to declare 56,825.7 sq km as ecologically sensitive, including 449 sq km in Gujarat, 17,340 sq km in Maharashtra, 1,461 sq km in Goa, 20,668 sq km in Karnataka, 6,914..DNA - Published | |
Weather Update: IMD issues red alert for heavy rainfall in THESE states; check full forecast for upcoming weekThe IMD has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand Kutch, Saurashtra, and Gujarat and an orange alert for Coastal Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, and Konkan.DNA - Published | |
IMD weather update: Light showers expected in Delhi-NCR, red alert issued for Maharashtra, Gujarat, GoaThe IMD has issued red alerts for parts of Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Goa, predicting heavy to extremely heavy rainfall due to a depression moving from the Bay of Bengal towards the northwestern areas.DNA - Published | |
Fire breaks out on cargo merchant vessel off Goa coast, firefighting ops underwayThe vessel was on passage from Mundra to Colombo, Sri Lanka.DNA - Published | |
IMD issues heavy rainfall alert for Konkan & Goa, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra in next 5 daysIn New Delhi, IMD issued heavy rainfall alerts for southern, central India. Forecasts show extremely heavy rain over Konkan & Goa, Madhya Maharashtra's Ghat areas from July 14th-16th, heavy rain in..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Flooded tracks halt trains: Heavy rains cause water seepage in Goa tunnel, disrupt Konkan RailwayTrain traffic on the Konkan Railway route was paralysed once again on Wednesday morning due to severe water-logging inside a tunnel at Pernem in Goa, leading to the cancellation and diversion of..IndiaTimes - Published | IMD Weather Update: Delhi rains to continue, heavy downpour in Goa, Mumbai, other statesThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in parts of Delhi and several states, with light to moderate showers expected until July 13 and yellow alerts issued for July 11.DNA - Published |
70 picnickers stranded at Goa waterfall after rain rescuedIndiaTimes - Published | Schools till class 12 to remain closed in Goa tomorrowIndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi court extends Arvind Kejriwal's custody in money laundering case till July 12A Delhi court on Wednesday extended chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody in the money laundering case linked to the now-junked excise policy case. The Extension includes co-accused Vinod..IndiaTimes - Published | Weather update: IMD issues orange alert for Delhi, UP, Maharashtra amid heavy rainfall; check detailsIsolated very heavy rainfall is anticipated in Konkan and Goa, and Madhya Maharashtra over the next five days, according to the IMD.DNA - Published |
Goa DGP sided with intel officer's wife, bullied cops, got house razedIndiaTimes - Published | Goa to allow booze sale near schools, places of worshipIndiaTimes - Published |
Heavy rains to lash Kerala, Karnataka, Goa & other parts amid searing heat & water crisis: Top pointsThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted significant rainfall in Kerala, Karnataka, and Goa over the next four days, offering relief from the scorching heat and water scarcity. The IMD..IndiaTimes - Published | Weather update: IMD predicts wet spell in Delhi NCR, issues red alert in Kerala, Karnataka, Goa for heavy rainfallIMD issues weather alerts for heavy rain and heatwaves across India.DNA - Published |
2 held in Goa for Mumbai hoarding crash, sent to police custodyIndiaTimes - Published | It's 1-1 in Goa as BJP fails southern testIndiaTimes - Published |
'Warmly welcomed...': Israel promotes Indian beaches after Maldives banned its nationalsLakshwadeep, Goa, the Andaman and Nicobar islands, and Kerala were among the beaches that were suggested.DNA - Published | Annual two-month fishing ban begins in GoaGoa's two-month fishing ban started Saturday, prohibiting mechanized fishing until July 31 to allow fish breeding during the monsoon. Fisheries Minister Nilkant Halarnkar confirmed that 800 trawlers..IndiaTimes - Published |
Turnout of trans people rising since 2014, Goa topped list this year with 75%IndiaTimes - Published | Goa's Statehood Day: President Murmu, other leaders extend greetings to peopleIndiaTimes - Published |
Stray dog attacks on Goa beaches rising: Lifesaving agencyIn Goa, stray dog attacks have surged, targeting tourists and lifeguards. Notable incidents include a Russian woman bitten by five dogs and multiple attacks on Drishti Marine lifesavers across various..IndiaTimes - Published | Indigo issues travel advisory amid runway unavailability in GoaIndiaTimes - Published |
Lightning kills Kerala tourist on Goa beachIndiaTimes - Published | 65.68 per cent polling in phase 3 of Lok Sabha elections, says Election CommissionOn May 7, the third phase of Lok Sabha polling in 93 constituencies yielded a 65.68% voter turnout, as per the Election Commission. Male turnout stood at 66.89%, females at 64.41%, and third-gender..IndiaTimes - Published |
Air India Express sacks 25 employees a day after mass 'sick leave'Tata Group-owned Air India Express has sacked its cabin crew members who reported 'sick leave' on Wednesday leading to the cancellation of over 90 flights. The sudden disruption in operations led to..IndiaTimes - Published | In ‘2-seater’ Goa, Congress tries to upset BJP’s drive in south sideIn sultry Goa, the battle lines are drawn for the state’s two Lok Sabha constituencies. On one side is the saffron front of BJP, while on the other is INDIA bloc led by Congress. There is a third..IndiaTimes - Published |
During 'Holy Hour' & at a funeral, Goa churches say vote for 'responsible ones'The directive to hold special prayers came from the archbishop of Goa and Daman, Felipe Neri Cardinal Ferrao. "This has been interpreted as a message to vote for Congress," said one observer. CM Pramod..IndiaTimes - Published | Lok Sabha elections: Severe heat wave predicted in many states during second phase of pollingThe Met office said high humidity could add to people's inconvenience in Tripura, Kerala, coastal Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Assam, Meghalaya and Goa. Voters in 88 Lok Sabha constituencies in..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Ploy to break country': Congress Goa candidate's remarks on 'Constitution' invite PM irePrime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress party for its Goa candidate's statement that the Constitution was enforced on the state, calling it a "ploy" to break the country. Viriato..IndiaTimes - Published | Centre fills up director's posts at 6 IITs vacant for a whileNew directors appointed for IITs Kanpur, Guwahati, Dhanbad, Goa, Jodhpur, and BHU. IIT-Hyderabad director position pending. Ministry of Education oversees IIT directors' appointments.IndiaTimes - Published |
Goa Lok Sabha election 2024: Total seats, schedule, candidates, voting, result, main partiesGoa's political landscape is set for a fierce battle in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, with BJP and Congress facing challenges from regional parties. The state's shifting dynamics and candidate..IndiaTimes - Published | LS Polls: Congress releases list of 6 candidates for Goa, MP, Dadra and Nagar HaveliThe Congress party has announced its candidates for Lok Sabha seats in Goa, Madhya Pradesh, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Capt. Viriato Fernandes will contest from South Goa, while Ramakant Khalap has..IndiaTimes - Published |
Congress names Ramakhant Khalap and Viriato Fernandes as candidates for Lok Sabha pollsCongress names Lok Sabha candidates for May 7 Goa elections: Ramakant Khalap and Capt Viriato Fernandes. They will contest against BJP candidates, aiming to secure victory and challenge the opposition..IndiaTimes - Published | CM to stay in ED custody till Monday; slams agency in courtArvind Kejriwal accuses ED of implicating AAP, claiming a corruption smokescreen. Atishi expresses safety concerns, planning protests. Kejriwal faces PMLA court for Delhi excise policy, accused of Goa..IndiaTimes - Published |
Punjab Congress averse to joining INDIA bloc rally in Arvind Kejriwal's supportThere is no official communication yet from the high command about participating in the March 31 rally, but most Punjab Congress leaders are averse to the idea and have instead called for going all-out..IndiaTimes - Published | Meet Pallavi Dempo, an entrepreneur who is first woman to contest Lok Sabha elections in Goa on BJP ticket, is wife of...The BJP on Sunday released the fifth list of candidates for 111 constituencies for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. This featured Pallavi Dempo's candidature from South Goa.DNA - Published |
Goa opposition parties claim BJP failed to save Mhadei river; want PM's guarantee over water sharingOpposition in Goa demands PM Modi's 'guarantee' to prevent Karnataka from diverting Mhadei river water. Allegations of Goa's government inaction and favoritism towards BJP raised by the opposition.IndiaTimes - Published | Lok Sabha Election in Goa 2024: Date, schedule, constituency detailsThe Election Commission of India set the general election dates. Goa will vote on 7th May for its two Lok Sabha constituencies. The 2024 Lok Sabha Elections in Goa are significant, reflecting national..IndiaTimes - Published |
2 shooters arrested in Haryana politician Nafe Singh Rathee's murder case from GoaThe arrested men have been identified as Saurav and Ashish, residents of Delhi's Nangloi area.DNA - Published | AAP-Congress announce seat sharing arrangements for Delhi, Punjab, Gujarat, Goa, HaryanaAddressing a joint press conference here, Congress leader Mukul Wasnik announced that the AAP will contest the New Delhi, the West Delhi, the South Delhi, and the East Delhi seats, while his party the..DNA - Published |
AAP-Congress alliance in Delhi, Gujarat, Goa, Chandigarh likely to be announced todayThe announcement of alliance and seat-sharing arrangements for Delhi, Gujarat, Goa, Chandigarh, and Haryana could be made at a joint press conference at 11.30 am, the sources said.DNA - Published | No stress-related problem with Suchana Seth, court toldGoa children's court informed that the accused, a data scientist, does not suffer from stress-related ailments. The medical report about her mental health condition has been submitted. The accused is..IndiaTimes - Published |
