KTCL buses remain lifeline connecting remote areas
The Kadamba Transport Corporation Limited (KTCL) recently celebrated its 46th anniversary in Panaji, honoring the legacy of GDX 1—the first Kadamba bus launched in 1980. It is commendable that KTCL plans to retire 280 older buses by 2027 and introduce over 100 new electric buses, reflecting a positive step towards modernization and sustainability. KTCL remains the lifeline connecting remote areas of Goa, serving the public reliably throug
Sustained campaign needed against organised crime
The gun attack on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai is a chilling example of gangsters’ flagrant disregard for the law. It is obvious that organised crime continues to pose a serious challenge to law and order in Mumbai. The fact that gunmen opened fire in a public place, endangering...
Mumbai will face severe water shortages this year
Even though Mumbai lakes received 96% of water as on Oct1, there was no rainfall thereafter. Hence by Oct 8 the lake levels had dropped to 94.24% , while last year, on the same day, it was 99.02% . Secondly, this year, very intense heat is predicted due to El...
Is this what we call respect for women?
At present, Navratri is being celebrated across India, honouring Goddess Durga and Shakti, the divine feminine energy. The nine forms of the Goddess are worshipped with devotion, and we bow our heads in prayer. Our culture teaches us to respect women, who symbolise Shakti, or strength. However, the present scenario...
Colour code must for water tankers along highways
The tragic accident on the Western Bypass at Mungul, near Fatorda, in which one person reportedly lost his life and seven others sustained injuries after a Tempo Traveller rammed into the rear of a water tanker on Monday, highlights the need for greater road safety measures. As per reports, the...
