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.
Cortalim Grapples with Rising Drug Abuse Among Youth
Cortalim residents alarmed after BITS Pilani student death linked to potent narcotics—Zolpidem, Methamphetamine, MDMA—sparking urgent calls for awareness, improved enforcement, and rehabilitation programs. Community leaders stress rising drug culture among youth threatens public health. Schools urged to strengthen substance abuse education and monitoring of at-risk students.
Stranger Steals Golden Necklace from Temple Vendor in Kelbaiwada
A stranger stole a golden necklace worth lakhs from a temple vendor at Kelbaiwada. The incident has worried local vendors and devotees, with demands for increased security at religious sites. Police have begun investigations, reviewing CCTV cameras and urging vendors to remain vigilant at temple premises.
BITS Pilani Goa Student Death: Randox Test Confirms Narcotics, Police Probe Deepens
Randox test confirms narcotics—Ecstasy, Amphetamines, MDMA—in BITS Pilani student Rishi Nair’s system, intensifying police probe. While autopsy cites death by choking, presence of drugs in intestines suggests recent consumption. Investigators analyze statements and footage, probing accidental or homicidal cause, and possible campus drug prevalence.
Calangute Panchayat Demolishes Illegal Roadside Shops in Gauravaddo for Road Widening
Calangute Panchayat launched a major drive, demolishing illegal roadside shops in Gauravaddo to facilitate road widening. The action aims to improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety. Shop owners expressed concerns over loss of livelihoods, while authorities stressed compliance to legal norms for urban development.
Goa aims to be logistics hub with new incentive package
Goa announced a comprehensive incentive package to establish itself as a logistics hub, focusing on infrastructure development, investment facilitation, and streamlined policies. Government aims to attract logistics companies, boost employment, and enhance efficiency, positioning Goa as a prime gateway for trade and commerce.
PM Modi Approves Rs 1,200 Crore Aid for Uttarakhand Flood and Disaster Relief
PM Modi has sanctioned Rs 1,200 crore in aid for Uttarakhand’s flood and disaster relief efforts. The package supports the rebuilding of infrastructure, rehabilitation of affected families, and improved disaster management for future resilience. Uttarakhand authorities welcomed the central assistance amid widespread devastation.
India-Educated Kulman Ghising Leads the Pack in Nepal’s Prime Ministerial Race
Kulman Ghising, Nepal’s prominent energy sector reformer and India-educated technocrat, emerges as a frontrunner in Nepal’s Prime Ministerial race. Known for solving Kathmandu’s power crisis, his popularity signals a shift toward technical leadership. Observers expect policy continuity in Nepal’s energy and infrastructure sectors.
Cross-Voting Allegations in VP Polls Trigger Political Storm; Congress Seeks Probe
Allegations of cross-voting in Vice Presidential polls spark major political controversy. Congress demands a thorough probe, citing possible manipulation and violation of party discipline. The uproar threatens coalition stability and exposes deepening rifts as party leaders debate integrity of parliamentary election processes.
‘America does not need more Indians,’: Charlie Kirk’s anti-India visa remarks spark debate after his assassination in Utah
Controversial activist Charlie Kirk’s remarks opposing Indian visas triggered major debate before his assassination in Utah. His statement—‘America does not need more Indians’—sparked outrage in immigrant and political circles, with analysts connecting the rhetoric’s fallout to the polarized climate around US immigration.
‘Match should continue’: Supreme Court says India vs Pakistan Asia Cup game will go ahead as scheduled
The Supreme Court, hearing a plea to halt the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup match, ruled the fixture will proceed as scheduled. The decision ensures the much-anticipated cricket clash continues, with fans and players awaiting a celebrated sporting showdown amid heightened security concerns.