DoE calls for awareness and ban on PUBG and TikTok in Goa
There was a time when kids came home from school, ate a hurried lunch, and ran outside to play with their friends. Whether it was in the village or the city, there was always something to do outdoors. Playing games, climbing trees, or just sitting in the balcao or verandah and chatting, 30 something year-olds […]
In 2 weeks, the annual ban on fishing begins in Goa
If you’ve been to the market to do your daily dose of groceries, you will have probably noticed that the price of fish is suddenly quite high. Kingfish is about Rs. 1000 a kilo, while the humble Mackerel is selling for about Rs. 200 for half a dozen. If you’re curious as to why the […]
The Government of Goa is banning single use plastic – and we couldn’t be happier!
In the last couple of years, establishments across Goa have been banding together to support the ban on single-use plastic. In restaurants such as Baba Au Ruhm or Thaal, it is not uncommon to see drinks served without straws, or supplied paper or metal straws when asked. It’s this conscious effort from restaurant owners that […]
Prepare for a ‘fine’ time if caught drinking on the beach
If everything goes according to plan, Goans will finally get a chance to enjoy beach-day again. With the passing of the ban on alcohol in public places, especially on the beach, there is now hope that we will have cleaner beaches, that are safer and free of broken glass and litter. It was a tough […]
Ban on Sale of Cattle for slaughter withdrawn by Center
Central Government’s decision to withdraw the ban on the sale of Cattle for slaughter comes as a huge relief to cowherds and farmers not only in Goa but across the country. The ban had been notified mainly to prevent cruelty to the animals viz. pitiful conditions of cattle transported for slaughter and unhygienic conditions of abattoirs […]
3 bans in Goa that may affect Goa’s tourism
Which 3 bans in Goa and what caused it? These 3 bans in Goa can or may result in decreasing number of tourists pouring into Goa. Due to recent incidents taking place in this haven called Goa, the Government has decided to pass new bans. #1. Drinking on the beaches of Goa Many tourists have […]
No more partying in Goa. Like seriously? Last few days to go…
However euphoric a moment can be, you have to accept the fact that it can’t last forever. In a recent statement, Goa Water Resources Minister Vinod Palyekar insisted on a complete ban on drug-ridden rave parties, and partying on beaches in the coastal state, Goa. Loud trance music, funky lights, cigarettes, booze, and drugs, is […]
Dubai bans Goan food ?
News that will be heartbreaking to several Goans in Dubai… information on Dubai banning Goan food…is going viral after the Consul General of India in Dubai published detailed guidelines on banned items on its website, citing Dubai Customs as a source. Often, people travelling from India to the UAE carry with them medicines and cooked […]
