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Chorao ferry sank due to water accumulation, not structural fault: RND chief
The Chorao ferry mishap was caused by water accumulation due to operational oversight, not structural failure, confirmed RND Director Vikramsinh Raje Bhosale. Heavy rain worsened the issue after routine drainage was skipped. No casualties occurred, but a review of safety protocols and staff training has been promised to prevent recurrence.
Chicalim accident today Hare Krishna Roy Goa Bihar man killed in Goa
Hare Krishna Roy, a security guard heading home to Bihar, was tragically killed by a speeding truck while crossing the road in Chicalim. Locals chased down the fleeing driver and handed him to police. The incident has sparked demands for stricter traffic enforcement and better pedestrian safety in Goa.
CM Pramod Sawant hits back at job crisis claims: ‘Goa’s unemployment figures are inflated’
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant dismissed concerns about Goa’s unemployment rate, stating national figures are inflated due to reliance on employment exchange data. He clarified that many registered individuals are already employed or studying. Sawant highlighted ongoing job creation in tourism, IT, and services, alongside government-backed skill development and employment schemes.
‘Women fear stepping out in daylight’: Goa Congress MP slams govt over rising insecurity
South Goa MP Viriato Fernandes slammed the government over rising crimes against women in Goa, claiming safety has deteriorated even during daytime. At a Mahila Congress meet in Vasco, leaders cited harassment, inflation, and corruption, vowing to fight for better governance and women’s rights ahead of the 2027 elections.
Year-long manhunt ends as Porvorim Police arrest notorious history-sheeter Tarzan Parsekar
Porvorim Police have arrested history-sheeter Tarzan Parsekar and his aide Sagar Patil after a year-long hunt. The duo had assaulted a man and his minor son, leaving them seriously injured. Acting on a tip-off, police tracked them down, bringing relief to locals and reinforcing their commitment to public safety.
