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Govt throws a lifeline for homeless Goans

New scheme to provide shelter, rehabilitation

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Overseas Goans must help preserve Goa’s identity

Many Goans living abroad often say, “Gõycho sambal korunk zai” (Goans must protect Goa). Yet, thousands have left the state permanently, leaving behind abandoned homes or properties for sale. While many have embraced new cultures and built successful lives overseas, few actively contribute to preserving Goa’s heritage or addressing its...

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Wake-up call for Goa’s electorate

The Opposition’s recent message, reportedly prepared using AI, has drawn criticism from many Niz Goenkars. Critics argue that one party had earlier betrayed public trust over issues such as the classification of coconut trees as grass, allegedly to facilitate TCP-related benefits. They point to the party’s decline in the number...

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Preserve Matriz records in Mamlatdar offices

A person was asked to visit the Pernem Mamlatdar's office to inspect a property's Matriz certificate. On reaching the office, he found the old Portuguese-era record books in a poor and dilapidated condition. It took him nearly two hours to locate the required entry, highlighting the urgent need to preserve...

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Unite to defend your rights

Goans are witnessing the ongoing protests in Velsao against Rail Vikas Nigam Limited’s double-tracking project. Villagers allege that the project has blocked their only traditional motorable access road, threatened heritage homes, and proceeded despite unresolved concerns over land acquisition and survey procedures.

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