FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2026

'Republic of lies' run by the ruling government

"This constant lying is not aimed at making the people believe a lie, but at ensuring that no one believes anything anymore. A people that can no longer distinguish between truth and lies cannot distinguish between right and wrong. And such a people, deprived of the power to think and judge, is, without knowing and willing it, completely subjected to the rule of lies. With such a people, you can do whatever you want." These lines by Hannah Arendt accurately describe the state of India today under the BJP. Add to that goondaism by the BJP affiliates against comedians, free speech absolutists and the minorities and you know that present day Bharat is nothing more than a banana republic. However much Modi tries to project himself as Vishwaguru, the fact remains that he has pushed India 500 years backwards, he takes credit for every little thing and blames Nehru for all that is wrong with India. There is nothing left in this country to be destroyed any further by the saffron bigots, the idea of an equitable, just and inclusive India is well and truly buried.



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Govt needs to take over Mandovi hotel

ADELMO FERNANDES, Vasco
Published Apr 7, 2025, 7:59 PM IST
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In a development that may have shocked many Goans, the era of the iconic Mandovi Hotel in Panaji, reputed to be Goa’s first star-rated hotel, could come to an end as the hotel is set to go under the hammer. Following a prolonged financial dispute the concerned bank has reportedly announced plans to auction the property. It is learnt that the hotel, once a thriving landmark located along the picturesque Mandovi River, has remained closed for several years due to ownership…

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