The Latest Breaking News from Goa

The 1612-built Aguada Central Jail in Goa turned into an interactive museum

The newly-launched Aguad Interactive Museum: The Land, the People, and the Struggle, tries to shine light on Goa’s Portuguese past

The Hindu · Nov 15, 2023

Stray dog enters Goa airport runway, forces Vistara flight to return to Bengaluru

On Nov. 13, a Vistara flight returned to Bengaluru without landing at Goa's Dabolim Airport after an Air Traffic Controller spotted a stray dog on the runway. The pilot chose to return to Bengaluru instead of waiting for the dog to be cleared.

The Hindu · Nov 14, 2023

Goans burn 'Narakasur' effigies to celebrate Deepavali; CM Sawant asks people to buy local products

People of Goa burnt giant effigies of demon ‘Narakasura’ to begin Diwali celebration, while Chief Minister Pramod Sawant extended greetings to the people

The Hindu · Nov 12, 2023

54th IFFI to be held from November 20 to 28 in Goa

At 54th IFFI, Union Minister Anurag Thakur announced India's media & entertainment industry is 5th largest globally, growing 20% annually. Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award to be conferred on Michael Douglas. OTT awards introduced, 32 entries from 15 platforms, winner to get Rs.10 lakh.

The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023

Fermented coconut and cashew fruit: the ancient spirits fuelling India’s craft alcohol boom

Recently, homegrown spirits have sprung up in abundance, changing the palates of young Indian drinkers and garnering international acclaim

The Guardian - UK · Nov 6, 2023

Chennaiyin FC keen to end FC Goa’s unbeaten streak

Chennaiyin FC will be eager to record a third consecutive win as it takes on FC Goa

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

64 km between Devarkadra, Krishna rail line electrified

SCR electrified 64 route km between Devarkadra-Krishna rail line, part of Mahabubnagar-Munirabad new line project. The project is likely to reduce the distance between Secunderabad and Hubli, Goa and beyond by over 100 km.

The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023

Shivamogga Airport: Flight cancelled due to technical snag

At Shivamogga Airport, a Bengaluru-bound flight with 50 passengers was cancelled due to a technical snag. Passengers were refunded or opted for tickets on future dates. The airport was inaugurated by PM Modi in Feb. and flight operations began in Aug. New routes to Hyderabad, Goa and Tirupathi will start…

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Hyderabad doctors save 18-month-old suffering from severe pneumonia, perform ECMO in flight from Goa

Team of doctors from Hyderabad flew to Goa in air ambulance to rescue 18-month-old child battling severe pneumonia. Within 24 hrs, child was transported back to Hyderabad for medical treatment. ECMO support was provided during flight. First-of-its-kind medical feat in India, child now making progress & will be discharged soon.

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

Steps taken to fulfil licence conditions at Shivamogga airport, says B.Y. Raghavendra

Lok Sabha MP B.Y. Raghavendra said Shivamogga Airport's licence expires Nov 28 & steps taken to renew. A meeting held in Bengaluru to speed up process. Night landing facilities to be completed in 2 months & new routes to Tirupati, Goa & Hyderabad to be operational by Nov 22. Consultations…

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023