12 Aug 2022

Goa

Goa’s Coastal Management body did NOT protect. IT DESTROYED!

Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority allowed the destruction of khazan land, sand dunes, and mangroves, says CAG report; GCZMA permissions to developmental and infrastructural projects allowed prohibited activities

Fate of 5,038 candidates to be decided today

64 candidates have been already declared elected unopposed

In their sunset years, these Goans are democracy’s soldiers

Can the system pay them back with some sunshine? Their faith and hope in democracy need to be paid back by giving them dignity and service in their twilight years

HoDs and Ministers can now approve works up to Rs 25 lakh

Further, the circular stated that the total ceiling limit for all the categories of works taken together for the department shall be Rs 300 crore or the budgetary allocation, whichever is lesser.

Ponda traffic cops nab helmet-less two-wheeler thief

DGP Jaspal Singh has announced a suitable reward to the Ponda Traffic Cell team for showing alertness and presence of mind.

With the influx of first-time candidates, villagers hope for change

There were several candidates in their 20’s this year, who do not care about the MLAs or Ministers, but are looking to work for the betterment of their respective wards.

Salcete’s votes to be tallied at two counting centres

The fate of new aspirants and prominent local political leaders, who have served their panchayats for the last many years, will be known on Friday.

Yuri slams erection of tricoloured arch on footpath outside casino

He alleged that it is a shame on the part of the BJP government for allowing the construction of the arch.

Stop empty assurances and re-start mining, Sardinha tells govt

Sardinha said he had raised the issue of mining in Parliament before but the government is least bothered about resolving the issue.

In 24 hours, 115 new Covid cases reported in State

Officials urge people to remain cautious and wear their masks when out in public.

Alert Tuem locals halt illegal hill cutting, tree felling underway on unauthorised development site

The villagers have threatened to take to the streets if the authorities fail to take action against the culprits.

Revert changed land zone to original status: MLA to TCP

MLA Aleixo Reginaldo Lourenco demanded strict action against those responsible for the illegal act, by which a strong message will be sent across that the minister really means business and will not tolerate such illegalities.

TCP Board to redraft five decades old TCP Act

To direct North and South PDAs to keep ODPs of Panjim, Taleigao, Mapusa, Ponda and Margao open for public suggestions and objections

Major tragedy averted at Dabolim International Airport

Coast Guard Dornier flight tyre catches fire and bursts on the runway

Panel finds human rights violation of retired Provedoria staff

The complainants stated that they had addressed their grievances to the Director of Provedoria and the Chief Minister with a reminder but did not receive any communication and the pension was not revised to date.

TMC demands terms & conditions of MoU with Isha

Goa TMC Coordinator Trajano D’Mello demanded that the government should take people into confidence and invite their opinions

MPA to expedite port connectivity work

Vasco MLA Krishna ‘Daji’ Salkar said that he sought to know the reasons for the delay in completing the project.

CM must analyse performance as Edu minister: AAP

AAP Vice President Surel Tilve demanded that the government should appoint a full-time education minister, noting that Sawant is overloaded with other portfolios.

Sports

Arjun Tendulkar likely to play for Goa next season

Left-arm pacer, son of the legendary Sachin, applies for NoC from MCA

Tag of champions bring us no added pressure: FC Goa coach

Excited about returning to Durand: Nemil

Cafe

It’s Pattolleos time of the year

August 15 is filled with festivities as Goa celebrates the feast of Our Lady of Assumption as well as India’s Independence Day. To add to this celebration is the annual ‘Pattoleanchem Fest’ which brings together great Goan music, food and activites

An exhibition dedicated to Lord Ganesh

Singing in divine voices

Opinions

WHO Global Centre for traditional medicine

Editorial

Clarion Call for ‘Youthy’ Communion

People Edit

Noble friendship

Letters

Letters to the editor ( 12 August 2022)

News Today

Merging schools for improving quality; political parties can't run schools

49th Death Anniversary of Goa’s First CM Dayanand Bandodkar

Farmers opposing IIT at Sanguem called for hearing

Goa Panchayat Election Results 2022 being declared: Heartbreaks and ecstasy for candidates

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