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.
Authorities Clamp Down Ahead of Margao Feast Fair, Cite High Court Orders
Ahead of the Holy Spirit feast fair in Margao, authorities have reinforced High Court orders to restrict stalls to designated areas, ease traffic, and enhance safety. Strict sanitation, crowd control, and emergency protocols are mandated, with officials warned of Contempt of Court if directives are violated.
MHA Directs Goa to Act on Prisoners Stuck Due to Financial Constraints
With Goa's jails overcrowded at 102% capacity, the MHA has urged urgent implementation of the Support to Poor Prisoners Scheme 2023. Delays in identifying undertrials eligible for bail aid hinder progress. The scheme aims to decongest prisons, ensure justice access, and uphold inmate rights across India.
Warangal Man Dies After Falling While Boarding Goa-Bound Train at Secunderabad
A Warangal man died tragically at Secunderabad Station while trying to board a moving train to Goa. Detained by Railway Police for pulling the emergency chain, his friends couldn’t assist in time. Sai slipped and was fatally injured. The family blames police delays and demands accountability for the mishandling.
ICU Set to Launch Soon at North Goa District Hospital
Health Minister Vishwajit Rane announced major upgrades at North and South Goa district hospitals, including a new ICU at NGDH and SGDH’s transformation into a tertiary care center. Measures include staff reshuffling, salary hikes, new ambulances, Ayurvedic centers, and mobile clinics to expand healthcare access statewide by December 2026.
Voices on the Move: Goan Women Rally for App-Based Taxi Revolution
Goan women—from students to seniors—gathered to demand safer, app-based taxi services. Citing unreliable traditional transport, they highlighted the need for verified drivers, real-time tracking, and fair pricing. The movement calls for a local ride-hailing solution to empower women with secure, accessible, and dependable mobility across the state.
FBI Collaborating with India to Crack Down on China-Linked Fentanyl Trade: Kash Patel on Joe Rogan
FBI Director Kash Patel, on the Joe Rogan podcast, warned of India’s rising role as a fentanyl precursor transit hub for China-linked networks. He highlighted joint U.S.-India efforts to disrupt this pipeline and called the fentanyl crisis a national security threat driven by strategic Chinese targeting of American lives.
"Forget the Past, Focus on the Future": Sanjay Raut Hints at Fresh Start with MNS
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut urged a future-focused approach amid growing talks of a potential alliance with MNS. Informal discussions, public posters, and rare photos of Uddhav and Raj Thackeray signal renewed unity efforts. Party leaders express optimism, while workers from both sides reportedly welcome the reconciliation.
Diplomacy or Double Standard? Sikh Groups Say Ottawa Should Not Invite Indian PM
Canadian PM Mark Carney’s G7 invitation to Indian PM Modi has triggered backlash from Sikh groups amid tensions over Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing. While defending the move as strategic diplomacy, Carney faces criticism for prioritizing geopolitics over justice, even as Canada navigates complex ties with India, China, and the U.S.
"No Room for Talks Between Unequals": Shashi Tharoor Rejects Trump’s Mediation Claims
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor rejected U.S. President Trump’s mediation claims between India and Pakistan, stressing no equivalence exists between a democratic India and a terror-harboring Pakistan. He highlighted that recent de-escalation arose from direct military talks, not third-party intervention, emphasizing India’s firm stance against mediation.
India Holds Firm as Pakistan Urges Reinstatement of Indus Waters Treaty
India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty following Pakistan-backed terrorism, halting hydrological data sharing. Despite Pakistan’s repeated appeals, India demands an end to cross-border terror before talks resume. This unprecedented move risks severe water insecurity in Pakistan and heightens regional tensions amid worsening diplomatic relations.