For now, no Special status for Goa?
As per the reports, Goa’s Rajya Sabha MP Shantaram Naik, had asked the Central government whether they were considering granting Goa special status under special provisions of the Indian constitution. The Union minister of State for Home Haribhai Chaudhary replied to the query stating that the matter was examined and found to be not feasible […]
Why was Goa’s ‘IT’ dream never realized?
Back in 2004, Goa government realized the potential for IT (Information and Technology) in Goa. They even released an IT policy for Goa in 2005, armed with land allocated for an IT park (Rajiv Gandhi IT habitat at Dona Paula) but all efforts soon bit the dust. As it’s been a decade since then, yet […]
5 reasons to visit Goa, India’s ‘South America’!
Not just another cliché article on Goa, a few facts spiced up to make it worthwhile for you to read. There was a time when people would ask why visit Goa? But given the rush of tourists, it receives every year now. The question itself has changed to, why not visit Goa? The transformation has […]
How does exemption of export duty on iron ore help Goa?
The announcement has certainly put a smile on the faces of mining stakeholders; they are bound to save 10% export duty usually paid to the government. There are many consequences for this action. But, it leans more towards (at least in Goa’s context) benefiting the mining industry in the state. Mine owners in Goa will […]
Self goal saves the day for Sporting Clube de Goa
There were two goals scored by a single team in last night’s I – League match held at Fatorda stadium. Mohun Bagan visiting team to the state had to lose points due to a mistake done by a defender which also resulted in the match ending in a draw. But, Mohun Bagan still managed to […]
Ever heard about the money stone in Goa?
Story behind the famous ‘money stone’ is an interesting one. Visitors to Goa always leave a mark behind. It may be their songs, music dance or their language, either way they have influenced Goans in Goa in one way or the other. Similarly artist Jacek Tylickian left something behind that became a pilgrimage site for many […]
Two Goan beaches ranked 4 and 8, in the top 10 list released by Tripadvisor
Two Goan beaches have featured in the list of ‘top 10’ beaches in Asian. This is certainly going to cheer the Goans and the tourism industry stakeholders in Goa. The results were found in a survey done by Tripadvisor (A travel website based in the U.S). There are a total of three beaches from India […]
Why do Goans celebrate Kuwaiti Liberation?
Feb 26 is celebrated as the liberation day in Kuwait, cheered not only by Kuwaitis but also many Goans. In 1990, Saddam Hussein led-Iraq, invaded Kuwait. 25, 000 Goans were left stranded over-night in a war zone. Streets were patrolled by Iraqi soldiers. Many Goans were evacuated and had to return home empty handed. Why […]
Government restricts fish landing sites in Goa
In a move that may be inconvenient to the fishing industry in Goa, the state Government has decided to restrict the number of jetties and ramps used to offload the catch (Fish). The decision is being taken in favor of improving the coastal security of the state. The list includes 28 notified sites across the […]
A singing competition by the government, of the people, for the government
Many may have heard some people praise a particular political party, but in Goa you can actually sing praises of the ruling party and get a prize for it. Recently the Department of Information & Publicity of the Goa Government in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa has decided to organize a singing competition. The […]