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Big Relief for Goa’s Teachers as CM Sawant Assures Salary Revision

A positive step towards strengthening early childhood education in Goa, Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant has assured pre-primary teachers that their long-standing demand for salary revision and other service benefits will be addressed by October. The assurance was given during a meeting with representatives of pre-primary teachers at Ravindra Bhavan, Sankhalim. The meeting provided an … Read more

Mini Olympics Goa: Building a Sporting Vision for 2036

The Goa government is finalising preparations for Mini Olympics Goa (MOG), an ambitious first-of-its-kind state-level sporting event aimed at identifying and nurturing sporting talent, with a long-term goal of preparing Goan athletes for the 2036 Olympics. The event has received in-principle approval from the state government and is planned for October 2026. The initiative forms … Read more

Porvorim’s Elevated Corridor set for Inauguration on 10 September, Boosting North Goa’s Connectivity

Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant has announced the inauguration of the much-awaited Porvorim Flyover (Elevated Corridor) on September 10, 2026, marking a significant milestone in Goa’s infrastructure development.  The announcement by the Goa Chief Minister brings a major infrastructural project closer to becoming operational, reflecting the government’s focus on addressing one of the key traffic … Read more

Goa Holds the Line on Mhadei: CM Sawant Vows to Fight “Till the End”

Goa’s long-running legal battle to protect the Mhadei river has entered a fresh round of political commentary, after a senior Union Minister suggested Karnataka step back from the courtroom, and Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant made it clear that Goa will win this case Union Minister Pralhad Joshi recently urged the Karnataka government to withdraw … Read more

Goa Accelerates Clean Mobility: Up to 50% EV Subsidy Proposed for Commercial Transport Economy

Major relief for motorcycle pilots and auto-rickshaw operators; 70 new EV charging stations also proposed Panaji, July 2026: In a significant step towards clean mobility, the Goa Government is working to  promote electric vehicles while also improving the livelihoods of commercial transport operators. Following a high-level review meeting on the State Energy Transition Plan chaired … Read more

Goa’s ₹2,000 Crore Borim Bridge Could Transform South Goa. But This Story Is Bigger Than Just Another Bridge

For nearly four decades, the Borim Bridge has been the lifeline between Ponda and South Goa. Now, as traffic surges and the bridge ages, Goa is planning one of its biggest transport upgrades yet. The proposed new Borim Bridge isn’t just about replacing old infrastructure. It is about preparing an entire region for the next … Read more

How Goa Quietly Rebuilt Its Roads: The 12-Year Infrastructure Story That Is Changing How the State Moves

From iconic bridges and airport highways to bypasses that have eased some of Goa’s busiest traffic bottlenecks, the state’s road network has undergone one of its biggest transformations in decades. The Goa Pavilion at the 237th IRC Mid-Term Council Meeting is putting that journey in the national spotlight. At a Glance Goa’s Biggest Infrastructure Story … Read more

Goa Farmers Get a Deadline, Not Just a Promise: CM Says Subsidies Will Reach Accounts Within 60 Days

After years of complaints over delayed subsidy payments, the Goa government has pledged to release farmers’ subsidies within two months. If implemented, the move could transform how thousands of cultivators access government support and restore confidence in agricultural schemes. At a Glance A Long Wait May Finally Be Coming to an End The announcement was … Read more

Hotels on Notice! Goa Makes Used Cooking Oil Handover Compulsory

Yes, you read it right! Goa government mandates hotels, restaurants and industries with oil usage to be routed for conversion into biodiesel production instead of discarding it.   At a Glance: The mandate comes at a point where states are facing a major issue of water pollution, with hotels and industries discarding used oil into the … Read more

Goa’s Iconic Motorcycle Pilots Are Entering the Digital Age. Here’s Why the Majhe Driver App Could Transform Everyday Commuting

For decades, Goa’s motorcycle pilots have operated through roadside stands, personal networks and phone calls. The launch of the Majhe Driver app marks the state’s biggest attempt yet to modernise this unique transport service, while promising new opportunities for licensed pilots and a more convenient experience for commuters. At a Glance From Roadside Stands to … Read more