Scientists to register Goan Brinjal
15 April 2011 18:35 IST
Two of Goa’s most savoured variety of Brinjals will now be able to protect its identity in the world of vegetables following initiative by group of scientists to register them under central agricultural law. READ
Bikini to be back in Goa campaign
12 April 2011 19:13 IST
Almost a year after deciding not to use bikini-clad women in its campaigns, Goa tourism department has had a rethink. READ
Ramdev's party to take up anti-mining campaign
21 March 2011 19:19 IST
Bharat Swabhiman Trust (BST), supported by Yoga guru Swami Ramdev, has decided to take up the anti-mining campaign in Goa by bringing activists under one banner. READ
Goa to have helicopter tourism
18 March 2011 19:31 IST
Tourists visiting Goa would be able to enjoy a bird's-eye-view of the state's beaches and thick forests with state government planning to develop 'helicopter tourism' in the state. READ
Govt finally asks for casino docs
16 March 2011 12:36 IST
With more than half of the off-shore casino vessels in Goan waters operating without NOCs, the state government today sought submission of all required documents from these vessels within a month. READ
Goa's per capita highest in India
10 March 2011 11:49 IST
Tourist hotspot Goa recorded the highest per capita income among all States and Union Territories during 2009-10, while Bihar bagged the last spot, the Parliament was informed yesterday. READ
Villagers force closure of Caurem mine
02 March 2011 20:11 IST
The Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) has ordered sealing of a mine in south Goa village after local tribals staged protests and laid siege to various government offices, fearing mining on a sacred mountain ... READ
Opp grills Govt over 200-cr loss on mining royalty
02 February 2011 13:02 IST
The BJP-led Opposition today cornered the Goa government over an estimated Rs 200-crore royalty loss to the state exchequer in the last ten years due to illegal mining in the state. READ
Special staff to monitor illegal mining
01 February 2011 12:51 ISTAfter facing flack for shielding illegal mining in Goa, the state government has decided to specially appoint staff on each mining site to collect factual data on ore extraction. READ
One third Goa dependent on tourism: Nilkanth
01 February 2011 11:56 IST
Goa Tourism Minister Nilkant Halarnkar told the State Legislative Assembly that one third of state's population is dependent on tourism for their livelihood. READ
