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Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has said that he is currently reading a Hindi translation of holy book Quran as he was "curious". (Photo: File)

Goa CM reading Quran in Hindi, says 'curious' to know what's in it

Sawant said that he is also in the process of reading the Holy Bible which has been gifted to him.

11 Nov 2019 12:13 PM

'Economic slowdown, unemployment, rising inflation, agriculture, black money issues etc should be the priority for BJP led government at the centre and they should not try to deviate issues,' the state Congress chief said in a statement. (Photo: Twitter | @girishgoa)

Ayodhya dispute adjudicated, now focus on public issues: Goa Congress chief to BJP

He also asked the BJP to fulfil its promises made during the 2014 general elections.

10 Nov 2019 5:14 PM

Police said that the tourist, Elizabeth Mann, returned to Goa by taxi from Panchgani, a hill station in Maharashtra. (Photo: ANI)

20-year-old US woman missing in Goa found

A US consulate official was present when the statement was recorded at the Anjuna police station.

10 Nov 2019 2:57 PM

While the Goa chief minister's office (CMO) has not issued any official statement on the meeting with Javadekar, a state government official claimed it was 'fruitful'. (Photo: File)

All party delegation under Goa CM meets Javadekar on Mahadayi

Goa and Karnataka are locked in a dispute over the sharing of Mahadayi waters.

04 Nov 2019 4:23 PM

'I have come from Kashmir which is known to be a very problematic place. I have dealt there successfully and handled all issues. J&K is a peaceful and good place now which is on the path of progress. The leadership there is non- controversial. They are doing their work very well, so I feel that I would be spending time here in much peaceful way,' Malik said. (Photo: ANI)

Satya Pal Malik takes oath as Goa governor, Mridula Sinha replaced

Malik had earlier served as the governor of Jammu and Kashmir, which has been bifurcated into two union territories.

03 Nov 2019 5:42 PM

The church body has advised people to donate the money they save by not purchasing polluting decor to the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman. (Photo: Representational)

Church authorities call for eco-friendly Christmas in Goa

It has discouraged the use of single-use plastic.

31 Oct 2019 7:23 PM

To combat the menace of air pollution, the Arvind Kejriwal-led government in Delhi has announced the implementation of the Odd-Even scheme from November 4 to 15, 2019. (Representational Image)

Delhi chokes again day ahead of Diwali, likely to worsen tomorrow

At 10 am on Saturday, the overall air quality of Delhi was docking at 305, said SAFAR.

26 Oct 2019 11:48 AM

FC Goa remained on top of the game and refused to sit back after taking the lead against Chennaiyin FC. (Photo: FC Goa Twitter)

ISL 2019-20: FC Goa make a positive start, beat Chennaiyin FC 3-0

The ISL runners-up were a step ahead of their opponents in all areas of the field and were the better team overall.

24 Oct 2019 1:05 PM

Kamlakant Tari, President of Gomantak Gosevak Mahasangh, where such stray cattle from Goa's coastal villages were relocated and are being treated, blamed the hotels in the state for this unusual behaviour in the cows. (Photo: ANI)

Goa's stray cattle turning 'non-vegetarian': Cow shelter President

Chicken and mutton bones were found in these stray cattle's digestive system.

22 Oct 2019 7:51 PM

Tejpal had moved the high court against the order of Additional District and Sessions Court. (Photo: ANI)

Bombay HC dismisses Tarun Tejpal's plea for extension of trial in sexual assault case

Tejpal, a veteran journalist, was accused of sexual assault by a female colleague in Nov 2013.

18 Oct 2019 6:50 PM

Fadnavis would be re-elected as Maharashtra CM: Pramod Sawant

The Goa Chief Minister had toured districts of Kolhapur, Satara and Sangli during his campaign last week.

16 Oct 2019 6:48 PM

Bennet & Bernard have now launched a range of eleven uniquely crafted chicken & pork cold cuts which will be available at all the leading supermarkets across Goa.

Bennet & Bernard Group forays into FMCG space, launches cold cuts in Goa market

The company will soon go pan India and is focused on creating an exclusive range of processed foods.

16 Oct 2019 2:00 PM

The sources asked not to be named as the proposal was still under discussion. (Representational Image)

India may restrict imports of palm oil, other goods from Malaysia: report

The government wants to send a strong signal of its displeasure to Malaysian authorities, the sources said.

12 Oct 2019 9:51 AM

Goa: Cabinet rolls back road tax by 50 per cent till Dec 31

The decision comes after promoters of car dealerships warned of a dip in car sales and requested government to incentivise the purchases.

09 Oct 2019 4:47 PM

He also expressed the hope that with the new system crime rate will reduce in the state as the response time in handling distress calls will significantly improve. (Photo: ANI)

Goa: Chief Minister launches first phase of integrated helpline for all emergencies

The ERSS will be a single emergency helpline number 112 that would replace the existing emergency services numbers.

09 Oct 2019 3:56 PM

Tejpal, a veteran journalist, was accused of sexual assault by a female colleague in November 2013. He was arrested on November 30, 2013, and is currently out on bail. (Photo: ANI)

Tarun Tejpal case: Court adjourns hearing

The court will now hear the matter later this month on three consecutive days -- October 21, 22 and 23 - and examine the victim.

07 Oct 2019 3:37 PM

During the event, the Chief Minister congratulated Goa Police for arresting Armaan Mehta in the case of a "nude party" in North Goa's Morjim beach, the video of which went viral last month. (Photo: File)

Goa never promotes sex, drug tourism: Pramod Sawant

Sawant asked politicians to speak with responsibly in the future so that Goa's image does not tarnish and it only prospers.

02 Oct 2019 9:20 AM

IndiGo flight 6E336, operating from Goa to Delhi on September 29 returned to Goa due to 'technical issues in engine', the airline said in statement. (Photo: Representational)

IndiGo denies 'fire in engine' Goa minister claim after flight turns back

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched a probe into the incident.

01 Oct 2019 9:33 AM

Goa to host Indian Maritime Conclave from October 3 to 5

The event is likely to be attended by chiefs of navies and their representatives from Indian Ocean littoral countries.

25 Sep 2019 8:26 PM

Sawant reasoned that the move is set to boost tourism in the state which will compensate for the potential revenue loss. (Photo: File)

GST move to cut tourism services tax won't hit revenue: Goa CM

In recent meeting, the GST Council resolved to decrease tax on hotel room tariff from 28 per cent to 18 per cent.

24 Sep 2019 9:05 PM

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