Set up independent probe into charges against Traffic SP
When a whistleblower from within the police force exposes systemic wrongdoing in the department, allegations of corruption can no longer be brushed aside. The representation submitted to Goa's Home Department and Chief Secretary, detailing alleged institutional cover-ups, arbitrary disciplinary action, and extortion within the Traffic Police, paints a disturbing picture. It suggests a mismanaged system where junior personnel are swif
Goa shipping at crossroads with carbon levy
The question is whether Goa greets it as a disruption or as the catalyst for a maritime economy that is cleaner, smarter, and more resilient
Protests allowed only for BJP ruling dispensation?
Protests are generally understood as citizens expressing dissent against the ruling dispensation. However, the ruling BJP appears to be changing this by allowing or favouring only protests that support the BJP Government. It is absurd to see the party in power protesting, especially through hired protesters, many of whom reportedly...
Extend service road near Nuvem-Majorda junction
The service road near the traffic signals near Nuvem-Majorda Junction on national highway (NH-66) - Margao Western Bypass (Verna-Nuvem-Navelim section) need to be extended in order to effectively serve all the vehicular traffic which goes towards Majorda-Cansaulim-Velsao direction without waiting near the traffic signals. The service road (Nuvem-Majorda Junction) which...
Pradhan must own failures on his watch
The clamour for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam irregularities is growing louder both inside and outside Parliament. Evidence has now emerged in the form of video clips showing how Delhi police acted in an inhumane manner when ordered to manage the Cockroach Janata Party’s agitation....
TODAYS EDITORIAL
Don’t impose tech hurdles on stressed farming community
Technology is undeniably a modern tool for progress, bringing with it the promise of greater efficiency and transparency. But it can’t be imposed as a one-size-fits-all solution, especially in a State like Goa, where traditional stakeholders have failed to keep pace with change due to factors beyond their control. Recent...
OPINION & COLUMNS
Goa shipping at crossroads with carbon levy
The question is whether Goa greets it as a disruption or as the catalyst for a maritime economy that is cleaner, smarter, and more resilient
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Protests allowed only for BJP ruling dispensation?
Protests are generally understood as citizens expressing dissent against the ruling dispensation. However, the ruling BJP appears to be changing this by allowing or favouring only protests that support the BJP Government. It is absurd to see the party in power protesting, especially through hired protesters, many of whom reportedly...
