Goa: News
22 Nov 2024
Indian NavyNavy submarine collides with fishing boat off Goa; fishermen missing
An Indian Navy submarine collided with a fishing vessel named Marthoma off the Goa coast on Friday.
21 Nov 2024
AyodhyaPrasar Bharati has an OTT platform now, called Waves
India's public broadcasting giant Prasar Bharati has unveiled its new streaming platform, Waves, at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.
14 Nov 2024
International Film Festival of India (IFFI)IFFI 2024: 'Article 370,' Goat Life' in Golden Peacock race
The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has revealed its main competition lineup, which includes 15 films vying for the coveted Golden Peacock Award.
11 Nov 2024
Cannes Film FestivalShekhar Kapur to begin filming 'Masoom' sequel in 2025
Acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has announced that he will start shooting for the sequel of his 1983 film Masoom in early 2025.
09 Nov 2024
Social MediaEntrepreneur claims foreigners 'avoiding' Goa; state files police complaint
The Goa government has filed a police complaint against entrepreneur Ramanuj Mukherjee after a viral social media post in which he slammed the state's tourism experience.
07 Nov 2024
Central GovernmentGoa government responds after travelers thrash its tourism infrastructure
The Goa government has issued a statement after travelers criticized its tourism infrastructure in comparison to international destinations like Sri Lanka and Thailand.
28 Oct 2024
Indian ArmyTejasvi Surya completes Ironman 70.3, Goa: What is it
Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Tejasvi Surya has become the first Indian parliamentarian to finish the Ironman 70.3 triathlon in Goa.
13 Oct 2024
IndiaThis Goa-based regional airline has no call center at all
FLY91, a Goa-based regional airline, is changing the game in the aviation industry by not having a call center at all.
10 Oct 2024
Bhushan KumarSiddhant Chaturvedi-Jaya Bachchan-Wamiqa to lead Vikas Bahl's upcoming film
Director Vikas Bahl, who has directed films like Queen and Super 30, is reportedly switching gears to a lighter genre with his next.
10 Oct 2024
Ajay DevgnPlanning Goa getaway? Stay at Ajay-Kajol's villa for ₹50K/night!
Bollywood power couple, Ajay Devgn and Kajol are known for their lavish lifestyle and it shows in their plush property in Goa, Villa Eterna.
25 Sep 2024
ChhattisgarhIMD predicts heavy rainfall in these states today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in several regions across the country.
12 Sep 2024
Arvind KejriwalSupreme Court to decide on Kejriwal's bail plea tomorrow
The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on a plea filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday.
05 Sep 2024
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)'Criminal conspiracy to privatize excise policy': CBI's allegation against Kejriwal
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of benefiting from illicit funds generated through a criminal conspiracy in the now-defunct excise policy.
31 Aug 2024
Arunachal PradeshIAS officer Dharmendra appointed as Delhi's new chief secretary
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has appointed IAS officer Dharmendra as Delhi's new chief secretary.
27 Aug 2024
Bay of BengalIMD issues heavy rain alert for several states, check here
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi and Himachal Pradesh, warning of potential heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.
26 Aug 2024
Music IndustrySwedish Sensation DJ Alesso to headline Sunburn Goa 2024: Report
Sunburn Goa, Asia's largest electronic dance music (EDM) festival, is scheduled to take place from December 28 to 30, 2024.
23 Aug 2024
Arshad WarsiArshad Warsi reunites with 'Munna Bhai' director Rajkumar Hirani
Acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani, known for his successful Munna Bhai franchise, is set to make his digital debut with a cybercrime thriller series.
05 Aug 2024
Arvind KejriwalExcise policy case: Delhi HC upholds Kejriwal's arrest by CBI
The Delhi High Court on Monday rejected Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea challenging his arrest and remand by the Central Bureau of Investigation in the excise policy case.
30 Jul 2024
Aadhaar CardCops unsure how long US woman was chained in forest
The American woman discovered tied to a tree with an iron chain in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district is too weak to record her statement, police said.
29 Jul 2024
Aadhaar CardWoman found chained in Maharashtra forest with US passport copy
A 50-year-old woman, identified as Lalita Kayi, was found chained to a tree in a forest in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district.
26 Jul 2024
Uttar PradeshGoing to Uttarakhand? Keep garbage bags, bins in car
The government of Uttarakhand has mandated that all vehicles entering the state must carry garbage bags and dustbins.
11 Jul 2024
BMWLegal drinking age in India under spotlight after BMW hit-and-run
The main accused in the BMW hit-and-run case Mihir Shah (24) allegedly used a fake ID card showing his age as 27—above the legal drinking age of 25 in Maharashtra—to gain entry to a pub in Juhu, Mumbai, reports said on Thursday.
10 Jul 2024
Arvind KejriwalAAP leaders sought 'over and above' ₹100cr in kickbacks: ED
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has accused Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, his former deputy Manish Sisodia, and former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) media in-charge Vijay Nair of seeking funds "over and above" ₹100 crore for election campaigns in Goa and Punjab.
06 Jul 2024
KarnatakaIndia's rural businesses catching up as online usage surges
Informal firms in Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka are pioneering digital connectivity across India, as per a recent government survey.
03 Jul 2024
Arvind KejriwalDelhi court extends Kejriwal's custody in money laundering case
The Delhi Rouse Avenue Court has extended the judicial custody of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and co-accused Vinod Chauhan until July 12 in a money laundering case linked to the now-scrapped excise policy case.
29 Jun 2024
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)Kejriwal sent to judicial custody for 14 days
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been remanded to judicial custody until July 12 by a Delhi court.
21 Jun 2024
Arvind KejriwalDelhi High Court stays CM Arvind Kejriwal's bail
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday moved the Delhi High Court challenging regular bail granted to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case.
20 Jun 2024
Arvind KejriwalExcise policy case: Court reserves order in Kejriwal's bail plea
The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi on Thursday reserved its judgment on the bail application of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal—in the money laundering case linked to the now-scrapped excise policy.
06 Jun 2024
Arunachal PradeshIMD issues heavy rainfall warning for NE states, others
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several states over the next five days due to multiple cyclonic circulations and a Western Disturbance.
26 May 2024
BhopalMP: Serial killer who murdered security guards gets life sentence
Shiv Prakash Dhurve, the man accused of a series of murders in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a local sessions court.
17 May 2024
Divyenndu'Madgaon Express' now available on Amazon Prime Video
Kunal Kemmu's debut directorial, Madgaon Express, which hit the theaters in March this year, is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
18 Apr 2024
FoodStaple spices that make Goan vegetarian cuisine so flavorful
Goa, a coastal gem in India, is famed not just for its beaches but also for its unique vegetarian cuisine.
03 Apr 2024
Bengaluru'Child died of shock': Police's chargesheet against Bengaluru CEO Suchana
The Goa Police has filed a chargesheet against AI start-up CEO Suchana Seth, accused of murdering her four-year-old son about four months ago.
30 Mar 2024
Arvind KejriwalUnaware of Goa election campaign: Kailash Gahlot after ED interrogation
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kailash Gahlot said he was questioned for nearly 5.5 hours by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) after leaving the probe agency's office on Saturday.
28 Mar 2024
Arvind KejriwalExplained: Why has ED summoned AAP Goa leaders
The recent arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has once again brought attention to the alleged scam linked to the now-scrapped excise policy.
27 Mar 2024
NepalGoa: Nepal mayor's daughter goes missing, found 2 days later
The 36-year-old daughter of a top Nepalese official who went missing from Goa on Monday has been found, police said.
23 Mar 2024
Arvind KejriwalWhat claims did ED make about Kejriwal in remand note
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed multiple charges against Delhi's Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, for alleged irregularities in the now-scrapped Delhi's Excise Policy 2021-22.
04 Mar 2024
Indian National Lok DalINLD Haryana chief murder: 2 'shooters' arrested from Goa
Two shooters, who allegedly shot Indian National Lok Dal Haryana chief Nafe Singh Rathee dead last month, were nabbed late on Sunday from a resort in Goa.
21 Feb 2024
Jackky BhagnaniRakul Preet Singh, Jackky Bhagnani are finally married!
Bollywood stars Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani tied the knot on Wednesday in a romantic beach wedding ceremony at the opulent ITC Grand hotel in Goa.
13 Feb 2024
BengaluruGoa murder-accused Bengaluru CEO's mental health assessment indicates no psychopathology
The Goa Police on Tuesday informed the Children's Court that a mental health evaluation of Suchana Seth—the Bengaluru CEO accused of murdering her son—revealed no signs of psychopathology.
06 Feb 2024
Narendra ModiModi outlines energy vision for India at Goa summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday, inaugurated the India Energy Week 2024 in Goa, a four-day event aimed at promoting self-reliance in the sector.
05 Feb 2024
PunjabPunjab businessman found murdered in Goa villa
A 77-year-old businessman from Punjab, Narottam "Nims" Dhillon was discovered dead in his North Goa villa on Sunday.
20 Jan 2024
LucknowGoa luxury hotel manager arrested for drowning wife on beach
A luxury hotel restaurant manager was arrested on Friday for allegedly drowning his wife at a beach in Goa.
16 Jan 2024
BengaluruBengaluru CEO visited Goa with son week before murder: Report
The Bengaluru-based CEO and startup founder Suchana Seth, accused of murdering her four-year-old son in Goa's Candolim, had allegedly visited the state with her kid a week before the alleged killing, the Indian Express reported.
15 Jan 2024
Goa PoliceBengaluru CEO Suchana Seth's custody extended by 5 days
A children's court in Panaji, Goa on Monday extended the police custody of Suchana Seth, a Bengaluru-based CEO accused of murdering her son, by five days
14 Jan 2024
KarnatakaMurder-accused Bengaluru CEO confronted by husband: What happened next
Suchana Seth, a Bengaluru start-up founder accused of murdering her son, had a heated argument with her estranged husband, PR Venkatraman, at Goa's Calangute Police Station on Saturday, Hindustan Times reported.
12 Jan 2024
BengaluruNote by Bengaluru CEO may reveal motive behind son's murder
A "note" purportedly written by Suchana Seth, a Bengaluru start-up founder accused of murdering her son, was recovered by police during the probe, the Hindustan Times reported.
11 Jan 2024
MurderWhat did police find at murder-accused Bengaluru CEO's Goa apartment?
Suchana Seth, the 39-year-old founder of a Bengaluru startup arrested on charges of killing her four-year-old son in a Goa hotel, might have planned the murder, police have said.
11 Jan 2024
BengaluruMurder-accused Bengaluru CEO previously filed domestic violence charges against husband
Suchana Seth, the Bengaluru-based CEO arrested for allegedly killing her four-year-old son at a hotel in Goa, had filed a case of domestic violence against her estranged husband, PR Venkataraman.
10 Jan 2024
OdishaFrom red ant chutney to khaje, exploring the GI-tagged delicacies
Odisha's red ant chutney also known as kai chutney, made with red weaver ants, was recently awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
10 Jan 2024
BengaluruBengaluru CEO killed son by smothering him: Post-mortem report
Mindful AI Lab CEO Suchana Seth smothered her four-year-old son to death during a vacation in Goa, post-mortem reports have revealed.
09 Jan 2024
BengaluruBengaluru CEO tried killing self after murdering son in Goa
Bengaluru-based Mindful AI Lab CEO Suchana Seth—who allegedly killed her four-year-old son in Goa on Monday—tried ending her life after committing the crime.
09 Jan 2024
BengaluruBengaluru CEO murders 4-year-old son in Goa, travels with body
In a spine-chilling incident, a Bengaluru start-up CEO murdered her four-year-old son in Goa and was caught traveling back to Karnataka with his body in a bag on Monday.
26 Dec 2023
COVID-19India reports 412 new COVID-19 cases; Kerala top contributor
India registered 412 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of active cases to 4,170, the Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry said on Tuesday.
22 Dec 2023
Travel And TourismIndian cities that will be top tourist spots in 2024
In the upcoming year 2024, India is poised to become a magnet for global travelers, drawing them in with a potent mix of rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and historical wonders.
18 Dec 2023
Travel And TourismWorking this holiday season? Travel to these amazing workation destinations
Dreaming of a perfect blend of work and vacation? As the holiday season approaches, consider transforming your workspace by heading to one of India's top workcation destinations.
14 Dec 2023
Christmas DayChristmas 2023: Visit these Indian destinations for unforgettable celebrations
As the festive season approaches, the merry spirit of Christmas permeates the air throughout India.
20 Nov 2023
International Film Festival of India (IFFI)International Film Festival of India—major titles to look out for
The 54th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is all set to start on Monday at Goa's Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium.
13 Nov 2023
Travel And TourismLess crowded vacation alternatives in India for your December holidays
Winter holidays often bring to mind images of crowded tourist hotspots. However, for those seeking a more peaceful and unique travel experience, there are lesser-known, yet enchanting destinations that offer tranquility, breathtaking landscapes, and a chance to immerse in local culture without the crowds.
03 Nov 2023
Travel And TourismGoan places that will you foreign experiences
Goa, India's beachfront paradise, is renowned for its sun-kissed shores, vibrant nightlife, and a rich blend of cultures.
31 Oct 2023
HalloweenSpooky yet beautiful: Goa beyond sunny beaches
As Halloween casts its eerie spell over the world, there's no better time to delve into the mystical side of Goa.
01 Oct 2023
IndiaIndia's MICE tourism less than 1% of global convention business
Despite striving to improve its infrastructure for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE), India holds less than one percent of the world's share in this growing industry, IANS reported, citing a recent report by a high-level Parliamentary committee.
06 Sep 2023
Drugs Controller General of IndiaWhy is Abbott India recalling its antacid Digene gel?
Abbott India has voluntarily recalled batches of its antacid Digene Gel manufactured at the company's Goa facility, following an advisory from the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI).
08 Aug 2023
CryptocurrencyHow Odisha Police busted Rs. 1,000 crore cryptocurrency scam
The Odisha Police has reportedly busted a cryptocurrency investment scam worth Rs. 1,000 crore and arrested two suspects, including the head of Solar Techno Alliance (STA) Crypto Token, Gurtej Singh Sidhu.
17 Jul 2023
S JaishankarJaishankar, O'Brien among 11 to be elected to Rajya Sabha
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Derek O'Brien are among 11 leaders set to be elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha.
10 Jul 2023
Trinamool CongressTMC announces candidates for Rajya Sabha elections, including O'Brien
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Monday announced the names of six candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls.
05 Jul 2023
AIADMKBJP's ally AIADMK opposes Uniform Civil Code
The leading regional party in the southern state of Tamil Nadu—All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)—has strongly opposed the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government's move to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).
27 Jun 2023
Narendra ModiGoa, Bihar, Jharkhand get their first Vande Bharat trains
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday flagged off five Vande Bharat Express trains from Rani Kamlapati Railway Station in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
10 Jun 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Biparjoy to intensify further, alert issued in several states
The very severe cyclonic storm Biparjoy will likely intensify further by Sunday and move north-northwestwards in the next 24 hours, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Saturday.
02 Jun 2023
Vande Bharat Express7 hours 15 minutes: Vande Bharat offers fastest Mumbai-Goa runtime
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flag off the Mumbai-Goa Vande Bharat Express virtually at around 11:00am on Saturday.
04 May 2023
Shanghai Cooperation OrganizationForeign ministers' SCO meet in Goa today: Here's the agenda
India is all set to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Foreign Ministers' Meet in Goa starting Thursday.
12 Apr 2023
LifestyleBookmark these beach destinations in India for a relaxing getaway
India is home to some of the world's most picturesque beaches.
31 Mar 2023
NetherlandsDutch tourist molested, stabbed by resort staff in Goa
A female tourist from the Netherlands was allegedly molested and stabbed at a resort in Goa by a member of the staff, reported ANI.
