Why can’t the government sell coconuts cheaper?
For the seventh consecutive year, a social worker from Mapusa has continued an initiative that has become a welcome source of relief for families during the festive season by making coconuts available at just Rs 2 apiece. With household expenditure invariably rising during the festive season, the gesture deserves appreciation. Its continuation for seven years makes it even more commendable, demonstrating consistency, commitment and genuin
Why is Matoli expensive?
Matoli, the natural and perishable decoration used during Ganesh Chaturthi has been getting significantly more expensive every year. People who have recently visited markets may have noticed the sharp rise in prices of wild fruits, local vegetables and traditional herbs. Several seasonal and economic factors are behind the rise. Heavy...
Coastal security needs to be tightened
After the attack in Mumbai on 26th Nov 2008 by terrorists who arrived by fishing trawlers, the Centre gave national importance to coastal security. In 2012, Goa had seven coastal police stations and seven 12-tonne interceptor patrol boats. In April 2023, it was reported that since 2018 Goa did not...
Land acquisition bill should stay where it is
It seeks to remove landowners’ consent & key safeguards, raising questions over whether development should come at cost of their right to have a say
Heat wave threatens to severely weaken winter this year
Goa’s seasonal calendar, once marked by the rhythm of the monsoon followed by the unmistakable chill of winter, appears to be changing year after year. Climatic conditions are becoming unpredictable, and as we head towards the end of September, there is a lingering sense of uncertainty about this year’s winter...
TODAYS EDITORIAL
Heat wave threatens to severely weaken winter this year
Goa’s seasonal calendar, once marked by the rhythm of the monsoon followed by the unmistakable chill of winter, appears to be changing year after year. Climatic conditions are becoming unpredictable, and as we head towards the end of September, there is a lingering sense of uncertainty about this year’s winter...
OPINION & COLUMNS
Land acquisition bill should stay where it is
It seeks to remove landowners’ consent & key safeguards, raising questions over whether development should come at cost of their right to have a say
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Why can’t the government sell coconuts cheaper?
For the seventh consecutive year, a social worker from Mapusa has continued an initiative that has become a welcome source of relief for families during the festive season by making coconuts available at just Rs 2 apiece. With household expenditure invariably rising during the festive season, the gesture deserves appreciation....
