Welcome to our special segment.
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.
1. Hotter than Rajasthan! Goa records India’s most extreme ‘feels like’ temperature at 47.8°C
Well, the temperature might be hovering around 30–35°C, but right now, Goa is facing intense heat, not due to high temperatures alone, but because of extreme humidity. The Heat Index has hit 47.8°C, despite actual temperatures being 34.6°C. High humidity reduces the body’s cooling ability, increasing health risks. The IMD now issues alerts based on this ‘feels like’ temperature.
2. Another student dies by suicide at BITS Pilani's Goa campus
Once again, the suicide tragedy strikes BITS Goa. Krishna Kasera, 20, was found dead by suicide, just months after a similar case in March. Two student deaths in three months have triggered alarm over the campus's mental health crisis. Despite official claims, students question whether the institute’s support system is truly working.
3. Goa CM Urges Labour Unions to Avoid Protests, Promises Constructive Dialogue and Support
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has called on Goa’s labour unions to ditch protests and talk it out with the government. Insisting the administration prioritizes workers' welfare, Sawant urged unions to cooperate, not disrupt. The appeal comes as tensions rise over job security, with the government hoping to quell the unrest.
4. Rabies Eradication, Dog Vaccination Drive Launched in Ponda After Toddler’s Death
No need to fear stray dogs now. After the tragic death of a 19-month-old child and a surge in stray dog attacks in Tale Durgabhat, Ponda, concerned authorities have launched a rabies eradication and dog vaccination campaign across 17 village panchayats.
5. Students Create Stunning Portrait of Devi Lairai Using Natural Materials for Shirgao Jatra
Students of KAG’s Panchasheel English High School, Bori, celebrated Shirgao Jatra by creating a stunning portrait of Devi Lairai Mata using eco-friendly materials like soil, turmeric, and rose petals. Their art honored the festival’s cultural significance while promoting sustainable creativity.
6. From Hania Amir to Ali Zafar: Instagram Accounts of Pakistan Celebrities Blocked in India
First, major YouTube channels were banned, and now some of the biggest influencers, well-established in the Pakistani TV and film industry, are facing a ban in India. In response to the Pahalgam attack, India has blocked the Instagram accounts of prominent Pakistani celebrities.
7. India Closes Airspace to Pakistan Airlines Amid Escalating Post-Pahalgam Tensions
A big tit-for-tat move, India has reciprocated Pakistan’s airspace closure by shutting its skies to Pakistani airlines and military flights. The restrictions, effective until May 23, 2025, intensify regional tensions between the two nations.
8. Pakistan Violates Ceasefire Along LoC for 7th Straight Night, Tensions Soar
Tensions between India and Pakistan soar after ongoing ceasefire violations, the Pahalgam terror attack, and retaliatory actions. Both countries escalate military and diplomatic measures, while international calls for de-escalation grow amid fears of further conflict.
9. Is this the end? MS Dhoni shares a warm moment with CSK owners amid farewell buzz
Chennai Super Kings crash out of IPL 2025 playoff contention, and now retirement talk around MS Dhoni is everywhere. His cryptic comments fuel speculation, leaving fans and experts wondering if this is the end of his IPL reign.
10. U.S. Urges India and Pakistan to De-Escalate Tensions Following Deadly Kashmir Attack
The U.S. urges India and Pakistan to de-escalate after the deadly Jammu terror attack. Tensions rise with daily ceasefire violations, fresh Indian restrictions, and Pakistan’s surprise ISI chief appointment amid crisis.