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If you’ve been dreaming of a quick six-hour drive from Goa to Mumbai, you’ll have to wait a little longer. The much-awaited NH-66 (Goa–Mumbai highway), also known as the Konkan Expressway, has hit yet another delay. According to the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI), the project’s completion is now expected by late 2026 or… Continue reading 6-Hour Goa–Mumbai Drive Delayed Again | NH-66 Konkan Expressway Update 2025

South Goa Water Supply Shutdown Rescheduled to October 14 The Public Works Department (PWD) has announced that the planned water supply shutdown, originally scheduled for October 13, has been postponed to October 14, 2025. The shutdown will now take place from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM to allow essential leakage repairs and maintenance on the… Continue reading South Goa Planned Water Supply Shutdown Pushed to a Later Date

Panaji, Margao & Cuncolim First to Get 3D Drone Land Survey The Goa government has started a new 3D-based land Drone survey using drones under the NAKSHA scheme of the Central government. This pilot project will first cover the municipal areas of Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. As part of the initiative, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)… Continue reading Government Launches Drone Survey to Create 3D Maps of Land

Air India Express to Launch Daily Indore–Goa Flights from October 26, 2025 Air India Express, the low-cost arm of the Air India group, will begin daily flights between Indore and Goa’s Dabolim International Airport starting October 26, 2025, enhancing connectivity between central India and the coastal state. Flight Schedule: Tickets can be booked via the… Continue reading Daily Indore–Goa Flights by Air India Express Set to Take Off in October 2025

The Transport Department of Goa has launched the Goa Vehicle Authentication System, which officially went live today. In its first phase, the smart verification system has been introduced at the Mollem checkpost, with plans to extend it to other locations in the future. The new digital system is designed to automate the verification of key… Continue reading Goa Introduces Automated Vehicle Verification at Mollem Border

The International Purple Fest Goa 2025, scheduled from October 9–12, 2025, in Panaji, is set to become a global celebration of diversity, inclusion, and the extraordinary talents of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). Organized in collaboration with the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the United Nations, this year’s festival centers around the inspiring… Continue reading Purple Fest 2025 Goa: India’s Largest Celebration of Inclusion and Accessibility

A major fire erupted in the garage of a residence in Ribander, resulting in extensive property damage. The blaze quickly spread toward the kitchen area before firefighters managed to bring it under control. Two cars, three motorcycles, and a bicycle parked within the premises were completely destroyed. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Authorities have launched… Continue reading Blaze Destroys Multiple Vehicles at Ribander Home

Amit Shah Launches Goa’s ‘Mhaje Ghar Yojana’ Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Goa’s ‘Mhaje Ghar Yojana’ and several development projects worth ₹2,452 crore on Saturday. The event, held in Goa, was attended by Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, Union Minister Shripad Naik, and other dignitaries. Shah highlighted that the Mhaje Ghar Yojana reflects Prime… Continue reading Homes for Goenkars Under Mhaje Ghar Yojana

Get ready to batten down the hatches, Maharashtra. Cyclone Shakti, the first cyclonic storm to brew over the Arabian Sea this season, has been rapidly intensifying. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirms that this powerful system is heading our way, meaning a significant spell of rough weather is imminent, especially for the coastal areas, including… Continue reading ⚠️ Safety Alert: Intense Rain and Flood Risk as Cyclone Shakti Approaches the Maharashtra Coast

Electricity bills in Goa are set to rise steadily over the next few years. The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) has approved a power tariff hike for five consecutive years, meaning consumers will pay more for electricity starting from the financial year 2025–26 through 2029–30. The commission, which regulates power distribution across Goa and the… Continue reading Goans Shocked: 5-Year Power Tariff Hike Gets the Green Light