Kudos to Velsao protestors
A huge well done to the protestors at Velsao who stood up to the bullying tactics of RVNL and the Railways, backed by the Goa government.For those asking why Goans from other villages came to the Velsao protest, please note: (A) coal pollution will not affect only Velsao residents. Coal-laden rail wagons could spill coal and pollute land, water and air in many villages acro
Beyond empty promises
Several states and Union Territories have introduced free bus services for girls and women on government-run public transport. These schemes help women save money, travel safely and move around cities with ease. Yet Goa has no such scheme. Instead, women have received empty electoral promises, such as the assurance of...
FCRA battle and the fight for Goa
It is encouraging that the High Court has granted interim relief to two prominent Goa Diocesan organisations by staying the cancellation of their FCRA registration certificates. Credit is due to the legal team and the judge for the order. However, the matter is far from over. The FCRA Bill has...
Ban use of footwear inside crematoriums
At St Inez, Panaji there is a large ground that hosts a Hindu crematorium and a burial ground for deceased Lingayats and infants. The former one is well-constructed and with a greater number of stalls for pyres. At the wide lobby there are ambulances for help and taps to wash...
Ad hoardings along all roads must be examined
The recent decision of the High Court of Bombay at Goa to appoint senior advocate SD Lotlikar as Amicus Curiae regarding advertising hoardings along highways is welcome. However, the scope of this exercise should be extended to major district and village roads across Goa. Numerous advertising boards are appearing along...
