Dhirio organised in Goa secretly, but publicly
27 September 2015 19:23 IST
At a barren paddy field near the picturesque Siridao beach, hundreds of crazed onlookers cry 'Rocky, Rocky', while another set amongst the audience shouts 'Rambo, Rambo' as two bulls ram their giant heads against each ... READ
Why not hold Dhirio by cutting bull-horns a bit?, wonders Parsekar
23 September 2015 17:09 IST
Rather than taking legal action against Dhirio – Goa’s banned bull fights, Goa chief minister Laxmikant Parsekar wants to uphold the ‘tradition’, due to which almost 16 bulls could lock horns last Sunday in his ... READ
Bharat Bandh hits normal life throughout India
02 September 2015 14:48 IST
Normal life was affected in various parts of the country, including in West Bengal and Kerala, as 10 central trade unions today went on a day-long nationwide strike to protest against changes in labour laws ... READ
Near total peaceful Bandh, Goans stay away voluntarily
02 September 2015 12:37 IST
It’s a surprise. Buses off the road, bus stands deserted, no fish in the market, vegetable markets not fully running, most of the shutters down and even government offices are partially attended. READ
BJP cadres to 'assist' Goa Govt in running buses and ferries tomorrow
01 September 2015 15:59 IST
Ruling Bharatiya Janata Party has decided to join hands with the government machinery in foiling any attempts of a forceful bandh tomorrow, 2 September. READ
Tourists, hold on; taxis off the road in Goa on 2 Sept
01 September 2015 15:21 IST
Tourists arriving in Goa tomorrow may face hardships as taxi operators in the state have decided to join the nationwide strike call given by some central trade unions to oppose the proposed Road Transport Safety ... READ
Goa Govt invokes ESMA to crush transport strike
31 August 2015 23:32 IST
In view of a nationwide transport bandh on 2 September in India, Goa government has invoked ESMA to crush the strike, making it illegal. READ
Modi should listen to People's 'Man kit Baat': Bharat Bandh on 2 Sept
31 August 2015 22:10 IST
Fourteen transporter associations and trade unions in Goa will ensure that the nationwide September 2 strike against central government policies will be total in the state, an union leader said on Monday, and urged Prime ... READ
Will settle land issues and have marinas in Goa: Gadkari
24 August 2015 20:55 IST
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari today said the Centre wants to develop marinas or small ports in Goa which is currently undergoing land-related issues. READ
Portuguese citizenship is a 'mentality' problem: Goa CM
04 August 2015 16:08 IST
Chief minister Laxmikant Parsekar feels that Goans are opting for Portuguese passport not merely to seek well-paid jobs abroad but “it is a mentality problem.” READ
