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IMD Goa yellow alert Goa weather forecast June 2025 yellow alert meaning IMD
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Goa until June 27, warning of continued light to moderate rain with isolated heavy showers. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are also expected. Residents are advised to stay alert, avoid low-lying areas, and follow official updates as the monsoon remains active.
All Eyes on July 21: Goa Assembly Gears Up for High-Stakes Monsoon Session
Goa’s monsoon Assembly session begins July 21, running till August 8. Key bills, budget demands, and public welfare issues will dominate the agenda. With debates on infrastructure, health, and monsoon readiness expected, the session promises high political activity, public scrutiny, and critical decisions impacting Goa’s development and governance.
Land Grabbing Kingpin Mohammad Suhail Nabbed in Quepem After Long Hunt
Mohammad Suhail, a key figure in Goa’s land scam, was arrested in Quepem after evading capture for nearly two years. Accused in 13 cases, Suhail allegedly forged documents for 93 properties and sold at least 15 illegally. His arrest marks a major breakthrough in dismantling Goa’s entrenched land fraud networks.
Navelim Youth Accused of Shooting Dog with Airgun Sparks Public Outrage
Tensions rose in Navelim after a youth allegedly shot a pet dog with an airgun, injuring it seriously. Caught on CCTV, the act sparked protests and led to an FIR under the BNS and Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. Police are investigating; no arrests have been made yet.
Goa Passport Office Launches Mobile Van to Deliver Services to Remote Areas
The Passport Office Goa has launched a Mobile Passport Van to deliver passport services in remote areas. Flagged off by RPO Nijo Varghese, the van offers application submission, document verification, and biometric collection. It aims to ease access, reduce travel burdens, and ensure inclusive, efficient service across Goa’s rural regions.
