Government Primary Schools get Grant-in-Aid

Primary schools offering education in Konkani/Marathi, which have availed a one-time grant of Rs.12 Lakh from the government are now permitted to switch to a new scheme. Under the new scheme, grant-in-aid primary recognized schools, imparting education in Konkani/Marathi medium of instruction, will be eligible for a grant of 400 per student per month for […]

Goa State Wetland Authority constituted by the Government

Goa state wetland authority

The Environment Department has constituted the Goa State Wetland Authority (GSWA). It is constituted as part of the requirement of the Role of Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010. The Goa State Wetland Authority is chaired by the Chief Minister, Laxmikant Parsekar, along with the forest minister, Rajendra Arlekar as vice-chairman. Its other members comprise […]

Government Ban on Selfies Near National Monuments

Banned Selfies Near National Monuments

The Government of India recently announced that they have banned selfies near National Monuments. The Tourism ministry has banned visitors from clicking selfies in front of National Monuments during the Independence Day Week. An advisory has been issued to all the states to restrict tourists from clicking selfies in front of important monuments from August […]

Hacked Government Websites Restored Now

hacked government websites

Twelve hacked Government websites have been restored. According to sources, the twelve hacked Government webistes were of the department of Sainik Welfare, Captain of Ports, Water Resources Department, Directorate of Food and Drugs Administration, Directorate of Printing Press and Stationary, NRI Commission, Office of Labour Commissioner, Goa Dental College, Central Library, Directorate of Agriculture and […]

Government restricts fish landing sites in Goa

In a move that may be inconvenient to the fishing industry in Goa, the state Government has decided to restrict the number of jetties and ramps used to offload the catch (Fish). The decision is being taken in favor of improving the coastal security of the state. The list includes 28 notified sites across the […]

A singing competition by the government, of the people, for the government

Many may have heard some people praise a particular political party, but in Goa you can actually sing praises of the ruling party and get a prize for it. Recently the Department of Information & Publicity of the Goa Government in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa has decided to organize a singing competition. The […]

Uplifting the Next Generation of Women Entrepreneurs Through Football and Academia with Lisa Heydlauff

Lisa Heydlauff

This International Women’s Day, celebrated on March 8, Lisa Heydlauff, CEO of ‘Going to School’, a creative non-profit organisation that aims to offer football training along with digital and life skills through integrated skills curricula to girls in government schools in Goa is highlighted for her contribution to the education of the girl child in […]

Vivek Kerkar- The fresh face at the helm of SKAL International Goa.

Well-known business man Mr. Vivek Kerkar was recently appointed as the new president of SKAL International Goa. Mr. Kerkar, who is a second generation businessman, founded Liquid Gold, a reputable beverage company in 1994 which is currently a successful partnership firm. He also serves as a Director at Somy Resorts Pvt Limited and is a partner […]

Akshay Gautam -Wealth management specialist.

Meet Akshay Gautam, a 31-year-old finance expert hailing from the tranquil landscapes of South Goa. Akshay has charted an unconventional yet successful career path in the dynamic world of finance. As the founder of “Finance Goal”, he has been actively involved in wealth management, providing unique insights into the art of making money work for […]

Abhijit Naik -From humble beginnings to fitness inspiration.

Abhijit At The Beach

In the heart of Goa, a story of unwavering determination and passion unfolds, epitomised by Abhijit Naik. From humble beginnings with merely 35 rupees to his name, Abhijit’s odyssey in fitness transcends the ordinary, marking him as an exemplar of perseverance and excellence. Today, as a 7x Mr. Goa titleholder and the visionary behind Abhijit […]