Goa
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Dawood Ibrahim's aide Danish Chikna arrested in Goa for running drug operations
Crime | Oct 29, 2025, 12:33 PM ISTDanish Chikna, whose real name is Danish Merchant and who is a close aide of Dawood Ibrahim, has been arrested in Goa by the NCB Mumbai team.
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Goa before the crowd: 7 beaches you’ll have to yourself this November
Lifestyle | Oct 24, 2025, 07:51 PM ISTBefore the peak-season crowds take over, explore Goa’s calm side. From turtle nesting at Galgibaga to sunrises at Hollant and secret coves at Butterfly Beach, these 7 beaches offer peace, solitude, and raw coastal beauty — just in time for your November getaway.
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World Tourism Day 2025: Indian towns that could be the next Goa
Travel | Sep 27, 2025, 11:39 AM ISTThere are several other cities and towns in India that have the potential to grow as tourist destinations like that of Goa. These towns have untouched landscapes, heritage, wellness, and water sports, which could make them India’s next big beach destinations. Here are some of these towns.
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20 unforgettable things to do in Goa in 2025: Beyond beaches, parties, adventures
Travel | Sep 10, 2025, 06:20 PM ISTPlanning a Goa trip in 2025? Discover 20 unforgettable things to do, from sunrise at Vagator and waterfall treks to silent discos, shacks, Latin quarters, and kayaking through backwaters. Explore the best beaches, parties, food, and hidden gems that make Goa the ultimate vibe.
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BITS Pilani Goa student found dead on campus, 5th such incident in the last 10 months
India | Sep 05, 2025, 07:56 AM ISTAnother student death has rocked BITS Pilani Goa, the fifth such case since December 2024. While three deaths were confirmed suicides, others remain under investigation.
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Top 5 best beaches in South Goa that beat the crowds and feel like paradise
Lifestyle | Aug 26, 2025, 10:55 AM ISTSouth Goa’s beaches are quieter, cleaner, and more scenic than the north. From Palolem to Cavelossim, here are 5 coastal gems you must explore in 2025.
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Ganesh Chaturthi school holiday: Schools to remain closed on August 27 in these states, check list
High Schools | Aug 25, 2025, 11:26 PM ISTGanesh Chaturthi school holiday: Ganesh Chaturthi is observed in the western and southern parts of India. Hence, these regions will have schools and other institutions closure as per the notification by the state government. However, there will be no national holiday across India on this occasion.
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Former CM Digambar Kamat, Speaker Ramesh Tawadkar to join Goa Cabinet today
India | Aug 21, 2025, 12:00 AM ISTOnce at the helm of Goa’s Congress-led government between 2007 and 2012, veteran leader Digambar Kamat (71) shifted political ground in 2022 when he, along with a bloc of Congress MLAs, defected to the BJP, giving the ruling party extra weight in the Assembly.
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Atishi appointed Aam Aadmi Party in-charge for Goa amid political turmoil
India | Jul 26, 2025, 06:40 AM ISTAtishi’s elevation to the role comes at a time of escalating political friction. She alleged that the BJP has reignited its campaign of political vendetta by once again deploying central investigative agencies like the Enforcement Directorate and CBI as tools of intimidation.
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What are RoRo Ferries? Why is this critical step in improving accessibility for Goa's residents?
Business | Jul 17, 2025, 02:31 PM ISTRoRo Ferries in Goa: The vessels also feature several key elements, including clearly marked lanes for vehicles, an air-conditioned passenger area, and emergency medical kits.
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Ashok Ganapathi Raju named new Goa Governor, Ashim Ghosh gets Haryana, Kavinder Gupta is Ladakh LG
India | Jul 14, 2025, 11:55 PM ISTAshok Gajapathi Raju, former Union Minister for Civil Aviation and TDP leader, has been appointed as the new Governor of Goa, replacing PS Sreedharan Pillai.
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Affordable Houses in Goa: Construction under PMAY nears completion - Check details
Business | Jul 08, 2025, 04:43 PM ISTThe Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, a flagship scheme of the Centre under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to provide affordable housing to all eligible rural households.
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School holiday declared in Goa as IMD predicts heavy rains on Friday, advisory issued for students
High Schools | Jul 03, 2025, 08:30 PM ISTGoa school holiday: The government also urged students to stay indoors and avoid venturing into risky areas like flooded streets, riversides and “other potentially hazardous locations”.
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Goa weather update: IMD predicts heavy rains till July 7, tourism activities stopped on beaches
India | Jul 02, 2025, 04:14 PM ISTGoa weather update: According to the weather office, the Dharbandora taluka in South Goa received 31.1 mm of rain, followed by Ponda with 30 mm, in the last 24 hours. The Sattari taluka in North Goa received 29.6 mm of rain.
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Maharashtra to get new expressway soon, travel time from Nagpur to Goa will be reduced to 8 hours
Maharashtra | Jun 24, 2025, 08:32 PM ISTThe new expressway in Maharashtra will connect key pilgrimage sites such as Mahur, Tuljapur, Kolhapur and Pandharpur in addition to prominent spiritual and historical places.
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Bengaluru man travels to Goa with girlfriend to get married, kills her after dispute
India | Jun 18, 2025, 01:12 PM ISTAccording to the police, the couple had recently come to Goa from Bangalore with plans to get married.
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Goa Medical College doctors withdraw agitation against Vishwajit Rane after CM's intervention
India | Jun 10, 2025, 03:47 PM ISTSeveral doctors, including members of the IMA’s Goa unit, heads of departments of the GMCH, consultants, students and medical interns, staged a protest against Rane in front of the hospital in Bambolim.
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Goa Health Minister apologises to doctors after public outburst at GMCH sparks widespread backlash
India | Jun 09, 2025, 09:07 PM ISTGoa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane's public apology after berating a senior doctor sparks protests at GMCH, reigniting debate over political interference in healthcare.
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Goa CM steps in after Health Minister's suspension order triggers protests: CMO won't be suspended
India | Jun 09, 2025, 12:48 PM ISTGoa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant steps in to assure that Dr Rudresh Kurtikar will not be suspended after Health Minister Vishwajit Rane's public confrontation with the doctor sparks outrage, leading to protests from medical associations.
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Rajnath Singh visits INS Vikrant, meets naval officers: Know why Pakistan is scared of this warship
India | May 30, 2025, 11:08 AM ISTDefence Minister Rajnath Singh will meet naval officers and soldiers to encourage them and discuss the success of the operation. This visit will boost the morale of the Navy officers after the success of Operation Sindoor.