THURSDAY, 27 AUGUST 2026

Citizens need to vote judiciously for right MPs

Amidst the cacophony of the NDA aiming at 400 plus seats and wealth distribution emerging as a central campaign issue, we, the people of the country, seem to be facing an Orwellian nightmare -- which political party to choose or reject? Electorate looks confused, but for me it is very crystal clear, it is the political party that will safeguard the Constitution in toto , and one that ensures the fundamental rights in letter and spirit. It means the electorate needs to choose a political party with scrupulous attention, without being distracted by twisted narratives. There are still two phases to go for the 2024 general Lok Sabha elections. People should utilize their fundamental right to vote and choose or reject. If we do not than we are not going to get the right MPs who will work for the welfare of the people and not for their own development to fill their own coffers.




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Sky lantern festival is alien to Goan culture

ADELMO FERNANDES, Vasco
Published May 23, 2024, 9:52 PM IST
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The upcoming sky lantern festival planned in Morjim has reportedly evoked widespread criticism and outrage from environmental organizations and Goans in general. The festival involves releasing hundreds of candle lit paper lanterns into the sky. There is fear that this will pose a severe threat to the beach’s delicate natural ecosystem, not to mention the fire hazards it can lead to. It is learnt that the lanterns will be attached to fireproof threads. This can get the birds…

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