Realising one of Goa’s lesser dreams – PoP idol-free state
Goa faced an epidemic of Plaster of Paris (PoP) Ganesh idols during the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. These PoP idols were cheap, glossy and light weight and instantly became a rage in the Goan markets. Ganesh Chaturthi being a major festival celebrated in Goa. The festival culminates in a ritual wherein the deity idols are immersed […]
Hacked Government Websites Restored Now
Twelve hacked Government websites have been restored. According to sources, the twelve hacked Government webistes were of the department of Sainik Welfare, Captain of Ports, Water Resources Department, Directorate of Food and Drugs Administration, Directorate of Printing Press and Stationary, NRI Commission, Office of Labour Commissioner, Goa Dental College, Central Library, Directorate of Agriculture and […]
LED light fishing permitted beyond 12 nautical miles
Fisheries Minister Avertano Furtado informed the State Legislative assembly that light-emitting diode LED light fishing was permitted beyond 12 nautical miles. The area within 12 nautical miles is under Goa’s jurisdiction. However, two conditions were imposed on boat owners for using the LED light fishing method. Two conditions for using LED light fishing method: The […]
Goa set to get an Art museum in August 2017
Minister for art and culture, Dayanand Mandrekar told the State Assembly on Tuesday that the Contemporary Art Museum currently being designed in the Adil Shah Palace, (old Secretariat building) in Panaji, is complete and may be opened to the public in August of 2017. The minister also mentioned that as suggested by the Leader of […]
Thar Fest coming to Miramar
The Force Gurkha Rainforest Challenge recently came to a close in South Goa. For those adrenaline junkies who missed that event, do not worry, the Thar Fest + Mahindra Club Challenge 2016 is fast approaching and is expected to be the largest gathering of Mahendra Thar’s ever. The Thar Fest is an event organized for […]
Impact of plastic debris on marine animals
The Goan coastline, marred with plastic debris, isn’t news and neither a rare phenomenon. But what’s making news and a major cause for concern is its impact on the State’s marine life. Do animals in general have the ability to distinguish debris from food or natural elements? What about marine animals? Are these creatures under […]
Mhadei river issue flares up again! Buses to Karnataka suspended
Many places in Northern Karnataka saw protests erupting on Wednesday, 27th July. They were mainly due to the decision taken by the Mhadei Water disputes tribunal, which favoured Goa. The decision has prohibited Karnataka from diverting 7.56 TMC into the Malaprabha basin from the Mhadei river until further notice. Following these developments the Goa government […]
Patients suffering from Deaf-Blindness to have a better future
Fr. Maverick of Caritas Goa recently announced that Caritas plans on starting a full-fledged centre for children and adults diagnosed with deaf-blindness. The centre will be equipped with sensory rooms, a sensory garden, classrooms, facilities for physiotherapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, water therapy and medical support. It will be a one of its kind in […]
5 experiences that will make you fall in love with Goa
Goa is a land that defines natural beauty. There is so much to explore and experience. If you have forgotten magnificence, then here’s a list of just 5 experiences you need to enjoy while staying in this beautiful state. Life’s a Beach Goa is known for its pristine beaches and numerous water sports. If you make a trip […]
Defog Your Car Screens Easily
With the arrival of the monsoon season, the problems we face seem to be increasing everyday. From water-logged roads, to malaria, a bucket load of traffic and we shouldn’t forget fogging of our car windows and screens! The latter being a bit dangerous as fogging of the windows causes difficulty in vision of the oncoming […]
