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.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assured the Goa Assembly that all 6,906 pending Forest Right claims will be cleared by March 2026. The assurance came amidst criticism from the opposition about delays and lack of political will in addressing tribal community issues effectively.
CM Denies Ban on UTAA, Says BJP Govt Not Involved in Internal Issues
CM Sawant denied any involvement of the BJP government in banning UTAA, clarifying that internal issues are being dealt with by the organization itself and not influenced by the state government.
MP Viriato Fernandes hails ST reservation bill as victory for Goa’s tribal community
MP Viriato Fernandes hailed the recent passage of the Scheduled Tribe reservation bill as a historic victory for Goa’s tribal community, emphasizing it as a milestone for social justice and tribal empowerment.
Dhavalikar to raise INR 4,500 crore green cess issue with finance minister
Dhavalikar is set to escalate the issue of INR 4,500 crore green cess to the Finance Minister, highlighting concerns over the financial burden and the need for redressal on this matter impacting the state’s environment sector.
ED Files Chargesheet in Bardez Land Scam Against Rohan Harmalkar & Others
The Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet in the Bardez land scam against Rohan Harmalkar and others, marking a significant legal development in the investigation of alleged fraudulent land deals in the Bardez region.
Earning INR 2.2 crore, Lenskart co-founder fails to find DU degree
Lenskart co-founder Sumeet Kapahi, earning INR 2.24 crore, has been unable to locate his B.Com (Hons) degree and marksheets from the University of Delhi despite several attempts, as disclosed in Lenskart’s Draft Red Herring Prospectus submitted to SEBI.
Telangana police seize 847 kg ganja worth INR 4.2 crore, two arrested
Telangana police seized 847 kg of ganja worth INR 4.2 crore in a major bust, arresting two suspects involved in the illegal drug trade, marking a significant enforcement action against narcotics trafficking.
PM Modi set to unveil new Central Vista complex for key ministries
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to unveil a new Central Vista office complex in Delhi, housing key ministries with modern facilities aiming to improve efficiency, sustainability, and inter-ministerial coordination.
Uttarakhand cloudburst sparks flash floods, 50 feared missing
A cloudburst in Uttarakhand triggered flash floods, leaving around 50 people feared missing. Rescue operations are underway as authorities assess the damage and assist affected populations in the disaster-prone region.
Former Goa Governor Satya Pal Malik Passes Away at 79; Key Figure in Article 370 Abrogation
Former Goa Governor Satya Pal Malik, a key figure during the abrogation of Article 370, passed away at 79 after a prolonged illness. He had served as Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Goa, and Meghalaya among other roles.