Can Goa rebound from free fall of global air traffic?
For the past few years, the discourse has been about the decline of foreign tourists in Goa. The tourism minister has been quoted as saying that participation in international road shows and global expos is to woo foreign tourists. The Tourism Department has earmarked Rs7.7 crore for its latest round of international roadshows targeting eight specific global markets. However, the State has seen dwindling numbers of international tourists
Goa does not need anti-conversion law
The Goa Cabinet’s decision to approve the Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Bill for introduction in the forthcoming monsoon session a
Goa needs to ponder over the impact of party life on minors
A chilling case from Telangana’s Nalgonda district, in which two 16-year-old Class 10 students were detained for the murder of their 48-year-old school principal, Kallu Roopa Reddy, has exposed a disturbing trail that leads all the way to Goa. According to the police, the teenagers broke into the principal’s home...
Goa’s ‘dirty’ secret: 53% of sewage is untreated daily
Goa has seen unprecedented development in recent years. Major projects have taken shape; the State boasts better roads and highways, and has evolved as a diversified, high-value economic and cultural hub. Despite setbacks and competition, the State continues to hold its ground in tourism. However, behind this image lies a...
Dept’s response to NIO’s oyster study is shell-shocking
Goa may be known for its beaches and party culture, but one cannot deny that the State is also popular for its fish-curry-rice. In fact, it is an inseparable part of Goa’s tradition. From the array of fish that fills a platter, oysters (Saccostrea cucullata), popularly known as ‘Kalva’, have...
