Madras HC approves Sesa-Sterlite merger
26 July 2013 21:55 IST
The proposed merger between Sesa Goa and Sterlite Industries , aimed at creating a mega natural resources firm from India, has moved a step closer towards realisation with the nod from the Madras High ... READ
Beach patrolling extended till midnight
26 July 2013 21:45 IST
Goa’s beaches will be patrolled till midnight by a special police division when the tourism season begins in September this year, a minister said in Panaji on Friday. READ
Govt files criminal complaint in mining scam
26 July 2013 21:39 IST
Goa Mines and Geology Department today filed a criminal complaint with the state police in connection with illegal mining scam that reportedly took place during the erstwhile Congress-led regime. READ
Compensation for mine truckers by 15 Aug
25 July 2013 21:48 IST
Over 5000 truck owners and 250 mining workers would be disbursed financial compensation form 15 August onwards. READ
Centre not serious about resuming mining: AITUC
25 July 2013 21:27 IST
Goa Mining People’s Front feels that the central government is not serious about resuming mining activity in Goa. READ
Investment policy submission next week
25 July 2013 20:54 IST
The much-awaited draft of Goa’s Investment and Industrial Policy is likely be submitted to the state government next week as the high-level task force is awaiting final presentations by various stakeholders, a senior member has ... READ
Goa submits mines mapping report to MoEF
23 July 2013 14:55 IST
Goa Mines and Geology department has submitted a survey report to the Union Ministry of Environment and Forest after mapping locations of 54 out of 118 active mining leases, a senior official said today. READ
Cong suspects terror links of 'Horseshoe' casino
20 July 2013 17:29 IST
The opposition Congress has alleged that the Horseshoe casino boat is spying over India and may have a terrorist link. READ
NGT directives may close half hotels
20 July 2013 15:28 IST
A directive by the National Green Tribunal related to sewage treatment might lead to closure of almost half the hotels in Goa, feels Tourism Minister Dilip Parulekar. READ
Goa becoming drugs heaven: Parulekar
20 July 2013 15:23 IST
Stating that drug menace is a reality in the tourist state, Goa Tourism Minister Dilip Parulekar warned of action against beach shacks found indulging in narcotics sale. READ
