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After multiple postponements of the oath ceremony on Monday, the day when his predecessor Manohar Parrikar was cremated with state honours, Sawant was sworn in by Goa governor Mridula Sinha at Raj Bhavan at 1.50 am. (Photo: ANI)

At 2 am oath ceremony, Pramod Sawant takes over as Goa CM

The new government was sworn-in with support of 20 MLAs, including 11 from BJP and three each from GFP, MGP and Independents.

19 Mar 2019 8:09 AM

Goa CM was first victim of Rafale scam, says Jitendra Awhad

He also claimed that Mr Parrikar decided to return to Goa soon after the alleged scam was exposed.

19 Mar 2019 2:03 AM

Pramod Sawant named new Goa CM, 2 deputy CMs likely

The political crisis had erupted in the state after chief minister Manohar Parrikar passed away on Sunday evening.

19 Mar 2019 2:02 AM

Will Goa’s new CM follow Parrikar path?

The late CM was one of Goa’s most popular politicians in decades and was widely admired.

19 Mar 2019 12:00 AM

A series of meetings with the allies, BJP managed to break the deadlock. (Photo: PTI)

Pramod Sawant to be new Goa CM; allies manage to get 2 Dy CM's posts

Parrikar, 63, who died Sunday after battling pancreatic cancer, was cremated with state honours here Monday evening.

18 Mar 2019 8:07 PM

In the current scenario, the simple majority in the 36-member House is 19. (Photo: File)

Goa: BJP tries to leash flock, Cong plays majority card in power tussle

BJP’s Nitin Gadkari held a meeting with party MLAs and allies early in the day.

18 Mar 2019 5:27 PM

A day after Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar's death, Congress MLAs met Governor Mridula Sinha on Monday and staked claim to form government in the coastal state. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

Cong MLAs meet Goa Governor, stake claim to form govt

The opposition party had earlier written to Sinha, staking claim to form the government on Friday and then again on Sunday.

18 Mar 2019 2:27 PM

Tendulkar said this after meeting Union minister and senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari at a hotel near here over the issue. (Photo: bjpgoa.org)

Clarity on Goa's new chief minister soon, no names yet: State BJP chief

'The decision on chief ministerial candidate is yet to be taken. But the picture will be clear by 2 pm,' Tendulkar said.

18 Mar 2019 1:23 PM

Bollywood celebs mourn Manohar Parrikar's death. (Photo: Twitter/Instagram)

RIP Manohar Parrikar! Bollywood celebs mourn Goa CM's demise

Parrikar took charge as the Chief Minister on March 14, 2017, and held the office till his end.

18 Mar 2019 10:53 AM

The letter said that it was up to the Governor to ensure 'smooth transition and transfer of power'. (Photo: File)

Congress writes Goa Governor to formally stake claim to form govt

Congress, the single largest opposition party in Goa assembly, wrote to Governor Mridula Sinha, the second time in 48 hours.

18 Mar 2019 10:14 AM

Manohar Parrikar, 63, died on Sunday evening at his residence after battling pancreatic cancer for over a year. (Photo: PTI | File)

'Great loss to people of Goa': Archbishop condoles Parrikar's death

The Archbishop said that Manohar Parrikar would seek their opinion before coming out with far-reaching decisions for the benefit of state.

18 Mar 2019 9:47 AM

The BJP-led alliance in Goa did not reach a consensus over the next chief minister on Monday, a move necessitated by the demise of Manohar Parrikar. (Photo: File)

After Parrikar's demise, BJP yet to reach a consensus on next Goa CM

Lobo said BJP MLAs have suggested the names of Vishwajit Rane and Pramod Sawant for the post.

18 Mar 2019 8:58 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Governor Mridula Sinha meet family of Goa CM ManoharParrikar, in Panaji. (Photo: PTI)

With full state honours Manohar Parrikar laid to rest at Miramar Beach

Parrikar's body will be kept for public viewing until 4 pm after which funeral procession to Miramar area will be held.

18 Mar 2019 8:45 AM

Manohar Parrikar: IITian who engineered BJP’s rise in Goa

Parrikar entered electoral politics in 1994 when he won on a BJP ticket from Panaji constituency.

18 Mar 2019 2:19 AM

Goa chief minister Manohar Parrikar (Photo: PTI)

Goa CM Parrikar dies at 63, national mourning today

The Union Cabinet will hold a special meeting at 10 am on Monday to pay tribute.

18 Mar 2019 1:24 AM

A two-minute would be observed in his memory and a resolution would also be passed hailing Parrikar's contribution as a public figure, official sources said. (Photo: File)

Union Cabinet to meet Monday to condole the demise of Goa CM

The special cabinet meeting would be held at 10 am.

17 Mar 2019 10:24 PM

Goa Chief Minister and former Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar. (Photo: PTI)

Condolences pour in from all quarters over sad demise of Manohar Parrikar

Home Minister Rajnath Singh recalled the honesty and integrity of the late Goa CM while expressing his condolence.

17 Mar 2019 9:43 PM

Parrikar took charge as the Chief Minister on March 14, 2017, and held the office till his end. (Photo: PTI)

Goa CM Parrikar after battling pancreatic ailment, dies at 63

He had undergone treatment in the United States as well as Delhi.

17 Mar 2019 9:41 PM

Parrikar was epitome of integrity and dedication in public life: President

Parrikar had been unwell since February 2018 when he was diagnosed with a pancreatic ailment.

17 Mar 2019 9:00 PM

Manohar Parrikar became chief minister of Goa for the first time on October 24, 2000, but his tenure lasted only until February 27, 2002. (Photo: Twitter)

Goa CM Manohar Parrikar's passes away at his Panaji home

After the Modi-led Cabinet was sworn at the Centre, Parrikar was offered a ministerial berth in November 2014.

17 Mar 2019 8:45 PM

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