Goa
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Arvind Kejriwal inaugurates e-library with 10,000-plus digital books in Goa's Benaulim
India | Feb 25, 2026, 03:39 PM ISTLaunched with the aim of bringing a technological revolution in the field of education, this library will provide local students access to digital resources and better study material.
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Goa Thar crash: Locals claim seats switched to shield woman driver after Bhopal man killed
India | Feb 25, 2026, 01:24 PM ISTEyewitnesses claim immediately after the crash, occupants of the rented Mahindra Thar attempted to switch seats, apparently to obscure who had been driving at the time of the collision. Locals at the scene claimed the move was aimed at shielding the alleged driver, reportedly a woman.
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Goa SIR: Over 27,000 names deleted as EC publishes final voter list | DETAILS
India | Feb 21, 2026, 01:37 PM ISTThe final figure shows a net decrease of 27,426 voters (-2.53%) compared to the draft roll published on 16 December 2025, which had recorded 10,84,992 electors.
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Skip the beach crowds: What to do in Goa beyond the shoreline
Lifestyle | Jan 29, 2026, 02:06 PM ISTGoa is more than just beaches. From heritage walks and village trails to spice plantations, waterfalls and local food experiences, discover the best things to do in Goa beyond beaches for a slower, more authentic travel experience.
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Goa government tables bill to raise Class 1 admission age to 6 years
Education | Jan 14, 2026, 12:26 PM ISTChief Minister Pramod Sawant introduced the Goa School Education (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the winter session which seeks to amend Section 18 of the Goa School Education Act, 1984, which currently allows admission to Class 1 for children aged five years and six months.
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Ruturaj Gaikwad shatters Michael Bevan's world record after 20 years, Know details
Cricket | Jan 08, 2026, 01:38 PM ISTRuturaj Gaikwad, dropped from India's squad for New Zealand ODI series, responded to the snub by shattering a world record after 20 years. He smashed an unbeaten 134 off 131 balls for Maharashtra against Goa to break Michael Bevan's stunning record.
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Rajnath Singh commissions Indian Coast Guard's pollution control vessel 'Samudra Pratap' in Goa
India | Jan 05, 2026, 12:03 PM ISTThe 114.5-metre vessel, built by the Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), has over 60 per cent of indigenous content. The 4,200-tonne vessel boasts a speed of more than 22 knots and an endurance of 6,000 nautical miles.
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Home Ministry orders transfer of 49 senior officers, including 31 IAS and 18 IPS officials
India | Jan 04, 2026, 07:12 PM ISTThe Home Ministry, which is responsible for appointing administrative officers in Union Territories, issued the transfer orders as part of its routine administrative process.
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New Year party in Goa: Best New Year parties, events and celebrations for December 31, 2025
Events | Dec 29, 2025, 08:39 PM ISTFrom beach countdowns to sunrise trance sets, Goa’s New Year parties define the celebration. Here’s a curated guide to the best New Year events in Goa for 2026.
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Goa Zilla Panchayat Results: Who is Radhika Paleykar? Giant killer who defeated BJP and Congress
India | Dec 22, 2025, 02:50 PM ISTThe recently concluded elections saw a remarkable voter turnout of 70.81 per cent, reflecting strong engagement across the state. Over 226 candidates contested these local body polls.
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Goa Zilla Panchayat Election Results 2025: Check full list of winners from BJP, Congress, RGP, MGP
India | Dec 22, 2025, 09:49 PM ISTGoa Zilla Panchayat Election Results 2025:BJP candidates have registered victories in Siolim, Taleigao, Karapur-Sarvan, Curti, Sanvordem, Sancoale, Usgao-Ganjem, Dharbandora, and Xeldem Zilla Panchayat seats, among others. The Congress emerged victorious in Davorlim, Guirdolim, and Cola.
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Not Baga or Calangute: This quiet Goa beach, just 8 km away from Panaji, remains a hidden gem
Travel | Dec 22, 2025, 10:49 AM ISTAway from Goa’s party hubs, Bambolim Beach offers calm waters, scenic sunsets and crowd-free relaxation, ideal for families, couples and solo travellers seeking peace.
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Goa Zilla Panchayat Poll Results: Thank you for placing your trust in BJP, says CM
India | Dec 22, 2025, 09:35 PM ISTGoa Zilla Panchayat Election Results 2025: A total of 226 candidates were in the fray in the Goa Zilla Panchayat Elections, with 111 in North Goa and 115 in South Goa.
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Goa Zilla Panchayat elections: Voting concludes, 70.81 pc voter turnout recorded; results on Dec 22
India | Dec 20, 2025, 09:12 PM ISTGoa Zilla Panchayat Elections 2025: For the polling, the SEC had set up around 1,284 polling booths -- 658 in North Goa and 626 in South Goa. Notably, EVMs were not used for the polling; instead, voting was held using ballot papers.
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Goa Zilla Panchayat Elections today: Polling for 50 seats, key voting guidelines explained
India | Dec 20, 2025, 12:00 AM ISTGoa will vote today for 50 Zilla Panchayat seats amid tight security and strict guidelines. With over 8.68 lakh eligible voters, the election is seen as a crucial political indicator ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls. Counting will take place on December 22.
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Goa Christmas parties 2025: Events, brunches and celebrations you can’t miss
Events | Dec 19, 2025, 02:11 PM ISTGoa transforms into a festive wonderland during Christmas, offering beach parties, heritage walks, luxury brunches and vibrant nightlife across North and South Goa.
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Christmas 2025 in Goa: What to see, eat and experience
Travel | Dec 19, 2025, 01:16 PM ISTChristmas in Goa blends faith, food and beaches into a slow, soulful celebration marked by Midnight Mass, festive meals, village lights and sunlit December days.
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This quiet place near Dudhsagar Falls feels frozen in time, and most tourists miss it
Travel | Dec 19, 2025, 01:08 PM ISTDiscover Castle Rock, a serene and lesser-known hamlet near Dudhsagar Falls that feels frozen in time. An offbeat escape to explore around Goa Liberation Day 2025.
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Goa Liberation Day 2025 on December 19: Wishes, images and WhatsApp status
Events | Dec 19, 2025, 12:16 PM ISTObserved on December 19, Goa Liberation Day marks the end of Portuguese rule in 1961. Here’s the history, significance, wishes, images and WhatsApp status ideas for 2025.
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Goa Referendum 1967: India's lone public vote on statehood vs merger with Maharashtra
India | Dec 19, 2025, 06:50 AM ISTGoa Referendum: The central government first bundled Goa, Daman, and Diu into one Union Territory. Pro-merger activists fired back by forming the 'Goa Opinion Poll Committee,' staging mock polls that flashed 75-80 per cent support for merging with Maharashtra.