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In the midst of all the daily hustle, there’s a chance you might have missed some of the top local news from Goa, along with important national and international updates. In this segment, we bring you the top 10 news stories of the day.
- Herald Top 10
- Goa to launch its first comprehensive survey of persons with disabilities, says Subhash Phaldesai
- Sun, sand, and a surge: Goa sees 10.5% rise in tourist arrivals during Q1
- Goa government initiates digital learning for civil servants through iGOT
- Congress slams Centre’s nuclear power plant push, says Goa isn’t BJP’s testing ground
- Goa CM Pramod Sawant lays foundation stone for new government office complex in Bicholim
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Goa to launch its first comprehensive survey of persons with disabilities, says Subhash Phaldesai
Goa will launch its first comprehensive survey of persons with disabilities, aiming to create an updated database, improve welfare schemes, and ensure inclusive growth, with assessment camps from May 20 to June 2, 2025.
Sun, sand, and a surge: Goa sees 10.5% rise in tourist arrivals during Q1
Goa experienced a 10.5% growth in tourist arrivals in Q1 2025, reaching 28.5 lakh visitors. Diversified tourism offerings and global marketing efforts helped boost arrivals despite some uncertainties for summer bookings.
Goa government initiates digital learning for civil servants through iGOT
Goa introduced the iGOT Karmayogi platform to modernise civil services, promoting continuous learning and skill development. GIPARD will lead implementation, supported by a new digital Training Management System for streamlined training.
Congress slams Centre’s nuclear power plant push, says Goa isn’t BJP’s testing ground
Opposition parties in Goa, led by Congress and AAP, strongly opposed the Centre’s nuclear plant proposal, citing environmental risks and vowing to resist any move threatening Goa’s eco-sensitive landscape.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant lays foundation stone for new government office complex in Bicholim
CM Pramod Sawant laid the foundation for a ₹57.33 crore Government Office Complex in Bicholim, aiming to enhance administrative efficiency, promote e-governance, and improve citizen services within 18 months.
