Goa
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Panaji Municipal Corporation Election Results 2026: Complete list of winners of BJP and Ami Panjekar
India | Mar 13, 2026, 02:57 PM ISTPanaji Municipal Corporation Election Results 2026: BJP candidates dominated results where Shayani Chopdekar took Ward 15 over Ami Panjekar's Suraj Rohidas Naik; Kishore Sastry clinched Ward 5 against Sudin Kamat; Krishna Ramdas Shirodkar won Ward 18 vs. Ashish Ranganath Nagvekar.
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Panaji Municipal Corporation Results: BJP's 'Babush' panel dominates CCP polls with sweeping victory
India | Mar 13, 2026, 01:56 PM ISTPanaji Municipal Corporation Election Results 2026: This intense municipal showdown features BJP-supported contenders, spearheaded by Panaji MLA Atanasio 'Babush' Monserrate with candidates across all wards, including sitting Mayor Rohit Monserrate in Ward 4.
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How Panaji City Corporation results could shape Goa's 2027 Assembly politics?
India | Mar 11, 2026, 11:43 AM ISTThe civic election is being closely watched as it could determine whether a new panel led by Utpal Parrikar, son of former defence minister Manohar Parrikar, can halt the winning streak of revenue minister and Panaji MLA Atanasio 'Babush' Monserrate.
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Panaji City Corporation elections: When were they last held and who emerged victorious?
India | Mar 10, 2026, 07:48 PM ISTIn preparation for the polls, the Goa State Election Commission has issued strict guidelines to ensure free and fair elections. Authorities have imposed bans on unlawful assemblies and processions, aiming to maintain peace and order during the election period.
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Panaji Civic Polls: Key candidates, parties and major battles to watch on March 11
India | Mar 10, 2026, 09:17 AM ISTPanaji is set to vote on March 11 to elect councillors across 30 wards of the Corporation of the City of Panaji, with results to be declared on March 13. Major parties, independent panels and citizen groups are engaged in a campaign centred on development, civic infrastructure and governance.
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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.