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Bonanza for volleyball fans

The Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour, taking place at Varca Beach, is a bonanza for sports enthusiasts across the state. Supported by Red Bull, it is one of the best-organized tournaments with 17 nations participating. Spectators are treated to high-octane matches that continue until late in the evening under floodlights, allowing office-goers to also be a part of the action.

Music concerts by Goa’s leading bands and international DJs liven up the proceedings during the night. The festive atmosphere is further enhanced by the food and beverage stalls at the venue. The best part is that all these events are free and open to everyone. Kudos to the Goa government for this excellent initiative; at least they are doing some things right.


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Save our polluted beaches

AF Nazareth, Alto Porvorim
Published Oct 21, 2023, 11:48 PM IST
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This is in reference to the news report titled “Goa’s Beach Waters Infested with Disease-Causing Pathogens” dated October 15th (TGE Oct. 15). Goa’s image as a popular tourist destination now stands severely tarnished and badly dented after the dismal picture painted by the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB).A recent survey of water samples from ten beaches in Goa (five in the north and five in the south), conducted by the GSPCB, has revealed high concentrations of…

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