Free bus travel for PwDs must be enforced
Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), also known as Divyangjan, continue to be denied free bus travel in Goa despite government announcements and social media claims. The government’s promise of free travel has raised doubts about whether it is a genuine welfare measure or merely an election promise. PwDs in Goa are legally entitled to 100% free travel on all Kadamba Transport Corporation Ltd (KTCL) buses, including interstate and intrastate
Dreadful end to a bull fight
A bullfight (dhirio) allegedly occurred on Benaulim beach, and the bull that was vanquished seems to have lost its senses, became ashamed, went berserk, ran into the raging sea, and lost its life. How were the powers that be unaware of the show on display in an open space, attended...
Floating jetties must withstand harsh weather
The Goa government’s decision to install floating jetties across the State aims to improve infrastructure for traditional fishermen. Floating jetties offer advantages over conventional ones as they require no permanent concrete foundations, are quicker to install, cost-effective, and can adjust to changing water levels. However, recent incidents have raised concerns...
Does Goa really need one more political party?
The announcement of a new political party in Goa, just months before the Assembly elections, has sparked intense political debate across the State. While some view it as a healthy development that strengthens democracy by offering voters another alternative, others suspect that the party has been formed with the sole...
250 years of double standards?
As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the celebrations are understandably filled with references to liberty, democracy and the pursuit of peace. Yet, anniversaries are also moments for reflection, and recent years present a far more complicated picture than the festivities suggest. The US continues to portray itself as...
