Oppn split reflects political failure, poll convenience
The opening moves have been made on the chessboard of Goa’s electoral politics for the 2027 Goa Assembly elections, and the emerging picture points to a familiar problem Goa witnessed in the past — a fragmented opposition. On one side stands the newly formed “Goa First” alliance between the Aam Aadmi Party and the Goa Forward Party, presenting itself as an alternative to both the BJP and the Congress. On...
When sex sells, where does consent end?
Sexual autonomy cannot be sacred when violated, saleable when advertised, profitable when taxed and somebody else's problem when bought overseas
Lax attitude towards new Porvorim flyover
On September 11 the flyover opened to traffic and on September 12 at 6 pm a major accident occurred at the entry-exit point near the hotel. Allegedly a rash car driver hit a two-wheeler that crashed into a truck. The two-wheeler rider and a woman in the car died while...
Porvorim flyover must be open to all vehicles
The newly opened Porvorim flyover (Elevated Corridor) is intended to improve traffic movement and should be available to all permitted vehicles, including two-wheelers, subject to proper safety and traffic rules. The temporary ban on two-wheelers by the Goa Public Works Department (PWD), citing safety concerns and accidents near service-road exits,...
Goans facing a new political betrayal
Angry Goans online are up in arms against the AAP-GFP alliance, critiquing them as weak parties seeking to split opposition votes. Too many cooks spoil the broth! AAP’s organisation in Goa is barely present beyond Congress seats. GFP centres on Vijay Sardesai with an arrogant approach. AAP’s Delhi politics clashes...
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
When sex sells, where does consent end?
Sexual autonomy cannot be sacred when violated, saleable when advertised, profitable when taxed and somebody else's problem when bought overseas
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Lax attitude towards new Porvorim flyover
On September 11 the flyover opened to traffic and on September 12 at 6 pm a major accident occurred at the entry-exit point near the hotel. Allegedly a rash car driver hit a two-wheeler that crashed into a truck. The two-wheeler rider and a woman in the car died while...
