Census data challenges Karnataka’s drinking water case on Mhadei
Karnataka has been battling the River Mhadei water diversion issue with a powerful moral argument of an urgent need to provide drinking water to the drought-prone districts of northern Karnataka. Through the Kalasa-Bhandura project, the State has repeatedly sought to divert water from the Mhadei basin into the Malaprabha reservoir, arguing that it will serve as a lifeline for u
No need to panic; balance tourism with vigilance
Goa recently opened its tourism season with a flourish. Russian charter tourists arrived at Dabolim Airport to a welcome of brass bands and traditional garlands. Russians have been the mainstay of Goa’s foreign tourists for a long time, and while the State eyes more “foreign tourists”, it cannot ignore the...
Gaps in protecting the girl child stand exposed in Goa
Last weekend, The Goan reported the harrowing ordeal of an 11-year-old sexual assault victim in Panaji. This incident has exposed the chinks in our policing system and the oft-repeated talk of women's safety. The girl, in her complaint, stated that she was sexually assaulted at the Caranzalem beach. The unfortunate...
Power shortage: Consumers need transparent answers
The Goa Government and the Electricity Department have begun to worry. A poor monsoon, rising temperatures and looming drought like conditions mean that demand for power is expected to rise significantly especially during peak hours over the months and years to come.An increased demand combined with irregular pow
Govt treatment of protesters shocking, condemnable
Protests demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner have escalated across the country, especially in cities like Mumbai and Delhi, following a nationwide call by the Cockroach Janata Party, Opposition political parties, student unions and civil society groups. Across successive days, both Delhi and Mumbai have witnessed large-scale protests,...
