Goa’s forest dept to strictly implement ‘No Plastic’ and ‘No Alcohol’ zones
The forest department guidelines in Goa have made it clear that it is strictly going to implemented the ‘No Plastic’ and ‘No Alcohol’ zones in the state’s forest, wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. “During the monsoon season from June to September, the state witnesses an increase in the footfalls to forest areas every year. The visitors […]
Don’t have a helmet? Then wave goodbye to your bike!
Irresponsible riders may soon have to part with their two-wheelers if they are caught riding without a helmet. Transport minister Ramakrishna ‘Sudin’ Dhavalikar has issued instructions to detain the vehicles of such violators. This was one of the suggestions at the transport council meeting, at the Secretariat, on Thursday. “The detained vehicles will be released […]
Transport department develops an app for commuters to register their complaints
Keeping up with technology, the transport department has developed an app to make it easier for commuters to register their complaints with the department. The app named ‘Complaints Registration’ will be officially launched this month. Any sort of grievances faced by the commuters can be registered using the app. “Citizens can lodge any number of […]
Goa Panchayat Election Results 2017 winning candidates
The Goa Panchayat election took place on the 11th of June 2017 for 1,450 wards in Goa. A total of 80.33 per cent voters cast their ballot in the Goa panchayat election. Out of the 1,450 wards across 186 panchayat bodies in Goa, 540 had been reserved for scheduled caste/scheduled tribe (SC/ST) and other backward […]
Feni listed among world’s top 10 liqueurs
The effort spent on attaining a Geographical Indication has boosted Cashew Feni on the global platform with BBC Good Food recognizing the spirit as one of the world’s top ten liqueurs among spirits in India. The recognition also serves as an ode to the thousands of distilleries that dot the state’s hills. Acknowledging the richness […]
The Maharajahas’ Express graces Goa with its ‘Southern Jewels’
For the first time, the world’s most beautiful luxury train The Maharajas’ Express will grace Goan shores. From the yard of the Indian Railways (IRCTC), this Express train oozes opulence and elegance. It relives the era of the Maharajahs when elegance, red carpets, and high tea were the order of the day. On the 1st of […]
No sale and consumption of alcohol in Goa for 3 days
The State government has imposed a strict restriction on sale, transportation and consumption of alcohol in poll bound areas in Goa. With 24 hours left for the restriction to begin, the government has issued directives to all licensed premises, to stop sale and consumption of alcohol from midnight on June 10 to on June 11 […]
A step towards a better world, Goa comes clean on e-waste
A step towards a better world by Communicare Trust in partnership with NASSCOM Foundation was taken to help Goa rid itself of e-waste. On World Environment Day (5th June), both these organisations in association with the Government Environment Dept. set up environment-friendly e-waste collection centers across the capital city of Panjim. Three Government Handicraft Emporiums, […]
Crisis in Middle East, but Qatar Airways’ Goa business remains unaffected
The diplomatic snafu that has erupted in the Gulf has snapped old links and left tens of thousands of passengers in the lurch. The decision by the Gulf States led by the KSA to cut off all links with Qatar queers the pitch on various levels. A majority of the airlines in the region barring […]
10 food items Goans crave during Monsoon
The rains are like a breath of fresh air. They bring us such a relieving experience between the fiery summers and the region of wintry gloom. Monsoons have arrived and the things that come to our mind are not only raincoats and umbrellas but more importantly food of this season. Simple yet appetizing food! Here is a […]