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.
Minister Dhavalikar says booth level officers responsible for vote chori, not Election Commission
Minister Dhavalikar has placed primary responsibility for incidents of "vote chori" (electoral fraud at the booth level) on Booth Level Officers (BLOs), not the Election Commission.
700 Goa police recruits complete training at Assam’s Lachit Barphukan Academy
Around 700 police recruits from Goa have completed their training at Assam’s Lachit Barphukan Academy. The training aims to enhance operational skills, discipline, and professionalism among the new officers. Such collaborations underscore efforts to strengthen Goa’s police force with well-trained personnel ready to serve and maintain law and order in the state.
No need for Minority Commission in Goa: Min
Goa’s Minister has stated there is no need for a separate Minority Commission in the state. He suggested that existing mechanisms sufficiently address minority concerns. The decision reflects the government’s view that additional minority-specific bodies may be unnecessary, focusing instead on inclusive governance within current frameworks.
Goa sees sharp rise in job scams alongside surge in serious crimes
Goa has witnessed a sharp rise in job scams alongside an increase in serious crimes. Authorities warn residents to stay vigilant against fraudulent employment schemes. These scams involve fake job offers that deceive job seekers, causing financial and emotional harm. The surge in crimes underlines growing law enforcement challenges in ensuring safety and justice.
Quepem police arrest brother accused of raping sister for five years
In Quepem, police arrested a man accused of raping his sister for five years. The case highlights ongoing issues of domestic violence and the need for strong legal action and support for victims. Authorities continue efforts to address such crimes with sensitivity and urgency to protect vulnerable individuals
New York’s iconic dance festival to celebrate Indian Independence Day
New York’s 44th Annual Battery Dance Festival, running August 12-16, will celebrate India’s Independence Day on August 15 with “Shakti” – a special cultural program focusing on feminine divine energy. Seven groups from India and the US will perform classical and contemporary Indian dances honoring female creativity and power.
US ex-official compares Asim Munir to bin Laden, demands ban from US
A former US official compared Pakistan’s military chief, Asim Munir, to Osama bin Laden and called for his ban from the US. The official criticized Munir’s actions and raised concerns about Pakistan’s role in regional security, demanding stronger measures against him
“Half the world goes down?” Pakistan’s nuclear flex sounds like a movie villain’s monologue
Pakistan’s recent nuclear rhetoric includes threats sounding like a movie villain’s monologue, warning of catastrophic consequences if provoked. The aggressive posture has caused international concern over potential escalation in the region and highlights challenges in nuclear diplomacy
SC orders immediate stray round-up in Delhi-NCR
The Supreme Court of India has ordered immediate round-up of stray animals in the Delhi-NCR region to tackle growing public safety and sanitation issues. The directive aims to manage the stray population humanely and reduce accidents caused by stray animals on roads
SIA raids multiple JKLF-linked sites in Kashmir as Sarla Bhat 1990 murder case is reopened
The Special Investigation Agency (SIA) has raided multiple Kashmir sites linked to the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) as the Sarla Bhat 1990 murder case is reopened. Authorities are intensifying probes to uncover new evidence in this decades-old politically sensitive case.