Girl’s burnt body found at Siolim Goa
A girl’s burnt body was found at Siolim this morning in a horrific condition. The body can not be recognised as it is badly burnt. The ornaments found on the body will be used to gain some information. It is believed that the girl was an Indian and her burnt body is identified to be […]
Annual fishing ban for 61 days
The annual fishing ban has been imposed in the state of Goa for this season. The approaching monsoon season has got us all in a twist. No fishing for two months in Goa seems improbable but is true. The annual fishing ban has been announced in Goa this season from June 1 to July 31. This […]
And yet another criminal lands in Goa
Not only is murder and rape synonymous with Goa but its a safe landing spot for Criminals as well On 9th May, 2017, Vinay Kadam, yet another criminal, landed in Goa. Soon after landing in Goa, he was caught. Wanted for bank fraud, Kadam absconded for 20 years. Being one of the 28 people charge-sheeted […]
Pop band ABBA stunned by a mob in Goa
Before mesmerizing ABBA fans in Goa, members of the ABBA – Tribute Band were given a tribute themselves at the Deltin Suites. Deltin Suites’ Staff surprised the Pop Band with a flash mob as a novel way of toasting the band responsible for producing some of the biggest hits such as ‘Waterloo’, ‘SOS’, ‘Mamma Mia’, […]
Velim Sarpanch assaults a lady for refusing to offer bribe?
In the video attached it is shown Velim panchayat Sarpanch brutally beating a lady. It is said she refused to offer him a bribe. Apparently, the lady brought a stay order from the high court and the Sarpanch refused to follow the procedure till she offered him a bribe. Velim Sarpanch Melvin Sanches had […]
Did you know that Jews existed in Goa around the 16th Century? Garcia de Orta was one of them
Yes, Jews existed in Goa around the 16th Century. Mostly Portuguese Jews. Forced to convert to Christianity due to the inquisition in Spain, many moved to the Portuguese colony of Goa. Garcia de Orta was one of them. According to reports, though he converted to Christianity, he secretly practised Judaism. One of the most illustrious […]
Time to say Dev Borem Korum to taxis in Goa ?
Canada-based Goan, Mahesh Sardesai feels that Goa being one of the top tourism destinations in the country needs something more than the existing service of taxis in Goa to boost the state’s tourism economy. With that in mind, Sardessai started a petition – Chief Minister of Goa: Support Ola/Uber/Online Taxis in Goa. In less than […]
Treat yourself to some CHOGM road delights
There is more than one reason why the CHOGM Road of Porvorim is so renowned! That’s because it has a spread of big brands, is well lit compared to the other streets and is laden with an array of droolicious restaurants! But the reason I personally adore this vicinity is because it offers a variety […]
Does Goa really care about garbage?
An aerial view of the Solid Waste Management Facility at Calangute. Graciously Accepting Refuse Perched on the top of the Saligao Plateau in Goa, the Solid Waste Management Facility operated by M/s Hindustan Waste Treatment Pvt. Ltd. has been graciously accepting solid waste and garbage from the surrounding areas and treating it for the past […]
Let’s be safe! Let’s stop accidents in Goa
Horrifying photographs of mangled bodies and vehicles lying in heaps of twisted metal & plastic Such sights have become an increasing phenomenon over the last couple of days. As a result, people across the world have been left to despair due to the growing number of accidents and distress in Goa. Stunned by the alarming […]