High Court leaves a leaf of hope for Goa’s trees
There is no denying that Goa has witnessed fast-paced development in recent years. However, it is also seen that the aggressive drive toward urbanisation is increasingly clashing with a public that has become increasingly aware, vocal, and determined to protect its environment and natural heritage. Across Goa, people have repeatedly risen in protest against the indiscriminate felling of trees. Whether it was the public outrage over age-ol
Don’t ignore red flags while chasing the Blue Flag dream
What is baffling is the fact that there has been no public engagement. Sustainable development cannot be achieved through decisions made behind closed doors
Boat troubles: Fix the fishermen’s dilemma of parking vessels
Every year, as Goa heads into a 2-month fishing ban, hundreds of mechanised trawlers and traditional boats are forced out of the sea. Many of these vessels are seen parked along the coastlines of popular beach belts, some draped in tarpaulins to shield them from the onslaught of rain. Others...
Messi's record for goals scored at World Cup
Argentina star Lionel Messi has set a record for career goals scored at the World Cup, recording his 17th and 18th World Cup goals against Austria on Monday. Entering the match tied for the all
Villages should unite to tackle real estate menace
One can observe multiple protests against the menace of mega housing projects and housing/villa projects particularly with water guzzling swimming pools in many villages and towns of Goa. The target of the protests is the overnment departments particularly TCP, PWD, WRD, for indiscriminately issuing permissions for these destructive projects many...
