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  Rajnath Singh commissions Indian Coast Guard's pollution control vessel 'Samudra Pratap' in Goa

  India | January 05, 2026 12:03 IST

  The 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 | January 04, 2026 19:12 IST

  The 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

  December 29, 2025 20:39 IST

  From 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 | December 22, 2025 14:50 IST

  The 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 | December 22, 2025 21:49 IST

  Goa 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 | December 22, 2025 10:49 IST

  Away 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 | December 22, 2025 21:35 IST

  Goa 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 | December 20, 2025 21:12 IST

  Goa 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 | December 20, 2025 0:00 IST

  Goa 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

  December 19, 2025 14:11 IST

  Goa 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 | December 19, 2025 13:16 IST

  Christmas 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 | December 19, 2025 13:08 IST

  Discover 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

  December 19, 2025 12:16 IST

  Observed 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 | December 19, 2025 6:50 IST

  Goa 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.

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  Luthra brothers brought to Goa after deportation from Thailand, to be produced before court today

  India | December 17, 2025 9:57 IST

  Goa nightclub fire: The brothers were deported to India from Thailand, bringing an end to a 10-day international search following the deadly fire at their nightclub that claimed 25 lives on December 6.

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  SIR 2.0: EC completes enumeration phase in 3 states, 2 UTs; publishes draft electoral rolls

  India | December 16, 2025 23:55 IST

  SIR 2.0: The Election Commission published the draft electoral rolls for five states and two Union Territories on its website. The states and UTs include West Bengal, Rajasthan, Goa, Puducherry, and Lakshadweep.

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  Luthra brothers land at Delhi airport, arrested in Goa nightclub fire case, first visuals emerge

  India | December 16, 2025 14:52 IST

  Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers who had fled to Thailand shortly after the tragic fire at their nightclub in North Goa reached Delhi airport on Tuesday after being deported from Thailand.

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  Goa fire tragedy: Luthra brothers to be arrested at Delhi airport tomorrow

  India | December 15, 2025 13:31 IST

  The Luthra brothers left India for Thailand shortly after the fire, boarding an IndiGo flight from Delhi to Phuket early in the morning while rescue operations were still underway.

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  Goa nightclub fire: India in touch with Thai authorities as Luthra brothers' deportation underway

  India | December 12, 2025 23:59 IST

  Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the Goa nightclub where 25 people died in a major fire, have been detained in Phuket following intervention by the Indian Embassy. A Delhi court has rejected their transit anticipatory bail, citing the gravity of the case and concerns over their conduct.

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  Goa nightclub fire: Eyewitnesses allege negligence, unsafe conditions at Arpora club | Exclusive

  India | December 12, 2025 14:28 IST

  The owners of the nightclub, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, were on Thursday detained in Thailand after Interpol issued a Blue Corner notice against them. Formalities regarding their extradition to India are currently underway and they may soon be brought back to face justice.