Congress gives CEO 10-day deadline to scrap SIR electoral roll, threatens court action
PANAJI: The Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) on Thursday demanded that the Election Commission of India (ECI) scrap the electoral roll prepared under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), alleging violations of statutory provisions and irregularities in the revision process. The party has given the authorities 10 days to act, warning that it will approach the court if its demands are not met.
Power supplied to industries at Rs 12.50 per unit, not consumers: Dhavalikar
PANAJI Clearing the misunderstanding, Power Minister Sudin Dhavalikar said electricity is being supplied to industries for commercial purposes at Rs 12.50 per unit due to a power shortage, and the rate does not apply to consumers. He urged people not to “do mix bhaji” while discussing t
‘Vision turning into action’: CM hails Goa AI Policy 2026
PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and Information Technology Minister Rohan Khaunte on Thursday launched the Goa AI Policy 2026, setting a target of training and certifying 50,000 Goans in artificial intelligence by 2030. The policy aims to expand employment opportunities, promote AI-driven startups and integrate the technology into governance, tourism...
Traffic diversions on NH-66 at Bambolim on Oct 25 for foot overbridge work
PANAJI: Traffic diversions will be in place on NH-66 near the Holy Cross Shrine at Bambolim from 1 am to 6 am on October 25 to facilitate the lifting of a foot overbridge (FOB).According to a press note issued by the Public Works Department (PWD), the work involves the structural...
South Goa District Electoral Officer Egna Cleetus chairing a meeting with representatives of political parties and officials on the rationalisation of polling stations in South Goa district. Santosh Mirajkar
Polling station rationalisation approved in 5 constituencies
MARGAOSouth Goa District Electoral Officer Egna Cleetus, IAS, on Wednesday convened a meeting with representatives of recognised political parties to discuss the rationalisation of polling stations as part of the Special Summary Revision (SSR) of the Photo Electoral Roll, with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date. The
GOA INSHORTS
TJSB Sahakari bank launches advanced digital account opening facility
PANAJITJSB Sahakari Bank Ltd has announced the launch of its innovative digital account opening facility, effective from October 17. This initiative marks a milestone in the Bank's digital transformation journey, enabling new customers to open a savings account within few minutes without visiting a bank branch. Customers can initiate the...
