Four fraudsters held for duping tourists through online booking of non-existent villas in Goa
Panaji: Four persons were arrested on Monday for allegedly cheating hundreds of tourists by making fake bookings for them in non-existing villas in Goa through online platforms, police said. The accused operated out of a rented place in Hyderabad and had been duping tourists since 2022, ssuperintendent of police, Goa north, Akshat Kaushal said. The accused, Saurabh Duseja, a resident of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and Hyderabad residents Sayed Ali Mukhtar, Mohammad Firoz and Mohammad Azharuddin Saif, were involved in the multi-crore scam. Kaushal said that the scam came to light following a complaint by a Chandigarh resident, who was cheated of `20,000 while attempting to book a villa online. Upon arriving at the location, he discovered the villa did not exist. Operating from a rented room in Hyderabad, the accused would field calls from potential victims and use female telephone operators to build trust, he said. Kaushal said that the gang dupes unsuspecting tourists by exploiting loopholes on online booking platforms. The accused cheated tourists by listing non-existent properties for rent and collected advance payments through multiple bank accounts, he said. The SP said the Goa police recently received several complaints about online fraudsters targeting tourists. The victims said they were duped by fake villa listings on online booking platforms, where they were asked to pay advance for non-existent properties. As per initial investigations, more than 500 people have fallen prey to this scam. Efforts are underway to contact the victims and formally record their complaints, he said.
Woman tourist, instructor killed in paragliding accident in North Goa
PANAJI: A 27-year-old woman tourist and her instructor were killed after they crashed into a ravine while they were paragliding in North Goa, police said on Sunday. The accident occurred at Keri village on Saturday evening, an official said. Shivani Dable, a resident of Pune, and her instructor, Sumal Nepali (26), a Nepalese national, crashed to death at Keri Plateau around 5 pm, he said. The official said Dable had opted to paraglide with an adventure sports company operating illegally. As per the complaint, the paraglider plunged into a ravine soon after it took off from a cliff, killing the duo on the spot, he said. A case has been registered at Mandrem police station against company owner Shekhar Raizada under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita for endangering human life.
High Court upholds Speakers decision not to disqualify 8 MLAs
Panaji: Upholding order of the Speaker of Goa legislative assembly Ramesh Tawadkar not to disqualify the eight Congress MLAs who joined the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in September 2022, the High Court of Bombay at Goa on Thursday disposed of the petition filed by former Goa Pradesh Congress Committee president Girish Chodankar. Chodankar had [] The post High Court upholds Speakers decision not to disqualify 8 MLAs appeared first on The Navhind Times .
They take on Inter Kashi at Fatorda Stadium today at 3.30 p.m. Panaji: Dempo SC are ready to make their presence felt as they host Inter Kashi at the PJN Stadium, Fatorda, today. Its the same hallowed ground where they first began their home dominance in the I-League, a place where history has been written [] The post Golden Eagles aim for glory appeared first on The Navhind Times .
GCA to host International GM Chess at Taleigao
Panaji: The Goa Chess Association unveiled the much-anticipated Late Shri Manohar Parrikar Goa International Open Grandmaster Chess Tournament 2025 at a press conference today. Set to run from January 11 to 19 at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Taleigao, the tournament promises to be a marquee event on the Indian chess calendar. [] The post GCA to host International GM Chess at Taleigao appeared first on The Navhind Times .
FIR against Sahitya Akademi winner for hurting religious sentiments
Canacona police filed an FIR against Konkani writer Datta Damodar Naik for allegedly hurting religious sentiments by calling temple priests 'looters'. Naik, a staunch atheist, stood by his remarks but admitted his choice of words could have been better. Complaints were also filed in Panaji and Margao over his comments.
Deploy cops 24/7 at beaches, demand shack operators
Staff Reporter Panaji Shack operators have sought round-the-clock patrolling by police personnel at beach stretches across the state to prevent untoward incidents and ensure safety. The demand comes against the backdrop of recent altercations between tourists and shack operators, including their staff, particularly over alcohol and food service beyond closing hours. Shack operators said that [] The post Deploy cops 24/7 at beaches, demand shack operators appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Sawaikar, Kavlekar among 6 names shortlisted for state BJPs top post
Special Correspondent Panaji The state BJP core committee has forwarded names of six probable candidates to the central leadership in Delhi for the post of partys presidentship in Goa. The leaders, who have made it to the list include Narendra Sawaikar, Damodar Damu Naik, Chandrakant Babu Kavlekar, Dilip Parulekar Dayanand Mandrekar and Dayanand Sopte. The [] The post Sawaikar, Kavlekar among 6 names shortlisted for state BJPs top post appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Functional computers in only 20% of govt schools
Special Correspondent Panaji A report released by the Department of School Education and Literacy under the Ministry of Education states that only 20% of the government schools in Goa have functional computer facility for pedagogical purpose, as also 9% schools in Goa have Child With Special Needs (CWSN)-friendly toilets. Furthermore, the dropout rate at secondary [] The post Functional computers in only 20% of govt schools appeared first on The Navhind Times .
CM: 24 depts have spent only 30% of allocated funds
Staff Reporter Panaji A total of 24 state government departments have spent only 30% fund of the allocation made in the state budget 2024-25. These figures came to the fore during the pre-budget meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Thursday at the Mantralaya in Porvorim. The meeting discussed various aspects of the budget, [] The post CM: 24 depts have spent only 30% of allocated funds appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Now, entry fee at 11 protected sites
Special Correspondent Panaji The government has recently notified 11 protected monuments in the state under the Goa Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Rules, 1980, including Chapora, Alorna and Cabo daRama forts. The visitors to these monuments will be charged fees. The other notified monuments are fortress of Khorjuve, caves at Khandepar, site of [] The post Now, entry fee at 11 protected sites appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Sawaikar, Sopte front runners for Goa BJP presidents post
Special Correspondent Panaji Goa unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is all set to have a new president, who will replace the incumbent state party chief Sadanand Tanavade later this month. Narendra Sawaikar, Damodar Damu Naik, Dilip Parulekar, Dayanand Mandrekar and Dayanand Sopte are some of the aspirants for the post and also under [] The post Sawaikar, Sopte front runners for Goa BJP presidents post appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa annex 8th Junior National Dueball title
Staff Reporter Panaji The Goa triumphed in the 8th Junior National Dueball Championship after a 3-2 win over Tamil Nadu in the final at Jaipur, Rajasthan. The closely-contested final showcased the resilience and skill of both teams, but Goa emerged victorious, with Vice-Captain Shreyash Palkar netting two crucial goals to steer his side to glory. [] The post Goa annex 8th Junior National Dueball title appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Armando to be conferred with Dronacharya award
Staff Reporter Panaji Former Dempo coach Armando Colaco will be conferred with the Dronacharya Award in the Lifetime Category, the highest recognition for coaches in the country. A stalwart of Indian football, Colaco led Dempo SC to an unprecedented five I-League titles, cementing his legacy as one of the finest coaches in Indian football history. [] The post Armando to be conferred with Dronacharya award appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Amended factories rules notified, new licence fee structure comes into effect
Staff Reporter Panaji The government notifiedthe Goa Factories (Seventeenth Amendment) Rules, 2024, on Thursday, laying down the new scale of licence fees applicable to factories as well as the new fee structure for changes in the factory name, amongothers. The annual licence fees this year on an average are about 25 per cent higher than [] The post Amended factories rules notified, new licence fee structure comes into effect appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goas The Awakening clinches regional award
NT KURIOCITY The Awakening, a short film by students from Don Bosco College, Panaji, has been named the South Asia Regional Category Winner at the Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival, recently held at the Loretto Theatre in the USA. Three films from Goa were officially selected for screening at the festival: The Awakening, directed [] The post Goas The Awakening clinches regional award appeared first on The Navhind Times .
AP tourist killed in drunken brawl in Goa
Panaji: A 30-year-old visitor from Andhra Pradesh was killed in a drunken brawl at a beach shack in Goa in the wee hours of Tuesday, police said. The police have arrested a 23-year-old shack worker in connection with the incident which took place in Calangute area of North Goa district, they said. A group of inebriated tourists demanded food at the shack, despite its owner informing them that the kitchen was closed, a senior police official said. One of the visitors then began using abusive language against a woman working at the shack and the argument escalated into a scuffle, he said. One of the shack workers allegedly struck on tourist Ravi Teja's head with a wooden stick. The man died on the spot, the official said. The Calangute police later arrested shack worker Kamal Sonar, hailing from Nepal. Search was on for two other persons, including the shack owner, the official said. The police registered a case of murder against the accused, he added. Goa has seen a huge influx of visitors ahead of the New Year celebrations.
Andhra Pradesh tourist killed in drunken brawl in Goa
Panaji: A 30-year-old visitor from Andhra Pradesh was killed in a drunken brawl at a beach shack in Goa in the wee hours of Tuesday, police said. The police have arrested a 23-year-old shack worker in connection with the incident which took place in the Calangute area of North Goa district, they said. A group Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Goa: Delhi youth collapses, dies on first day of Sunburn EDM festival
Panaji: A Delhi resident collapsed and died while attending the Sunburn electronic dance music festival in Dhargal village in north Goa, a police official said on Sunday. The Goa police spokesperson identified the deceased as Karan Kashyap (26), a resident of Rohini in west Delhi. The incident took place at 9:45pm on Saturday. Kashyap collapsed and lost consciousness and was immediately taken to a private hospital in Mapusa. He died while undergoing treatment, the official said. The post mortem will be carried out at Goa Medical College and Hospital and action will follow if any foul play is detected, the police spokesperson added.
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One dead, 20 rescued after tourist boat capsizes off Calangute beach in Goa
PANAJI: One person died and 20 others were rescued after a tourist boat capsized in the Arabian Sea off Calangute beach in North Goa on Wednesday, police said. The incident occurred around 1.30 pm, they said. A 54-year-old man died and 20 others were rescued and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment after the boat they were travelling in capsized, a senior police official said. Except for two passengers, all others were wearing life jackets, he said. The passengers included children as young as six year old and women, he said. Spokesman of Drishti Marine, a government-appointed lifesaving agency, said the boat capsized around 60 metres away from the coastline, resulting in all the passengers falling off into the sea water. A family comprising 13 members from Khed in Maharashtra were among the passengers on board, he said. On seeing the boat getting capsized, a personnel of Drishti Marine rushed to aid and called for backup, he said. In all, 18 on-duty lifesavers rushed to the aid of the struggling passengers and brought them to shore safely, he said. The injured passengers were administered first aid, while those who were found to be critical were rushed to a medical facility in an ambulance, the spokesman said. Of the 20 passengers, two children aged six and seven each, and two women aged 25 and 55 each, were revived and hospitalised, he said, adding that two passengers on the boat were not wearing life jackets. #WATCH | Calangute boat capsize incident | Panaji, Goa: Lifeguard Incharge, Sanjay Yadav says, ...A boat capsized at the Calangute beach...We rescued 13 people in the incident. We don't know the exact number of people but around 6 people from the same family who were stuck under pic.twitter.com/M7X7z4nnEG ANI (@ANI) December 25, 2024 Goa is a popular tourist destination, especially during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The incident occurred a week after a speeding Navy craft undergoing engine trials lost control and crashed into passenger ferry 'Neel Kamal' off the Mumbai coast, killing 15 persons . The ferry, carrying more than 100 passengers, was on its way from Gateway of India to Elephanta Island, a popular tourist attraction famous for its cave temples.
Goa likely to face beef shortage amid traders' strike
Panaji: Goa could face beef shortage ahead of Christmas and New Year with meat traders in the state going on a strike to protest against `increased harassment' by cow vigilante groups. The shut-down started on Monday under the banner of Quraishi Meat Traders Association (QMTA). In a letter to Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, the association claimed there was an increase in attacks from right-wing Hindu organisations on shops which sell beef legally. The recent attack happened in Margao. We want action against these groups. We need protection from the government, said Abdul Bepari, a QMTA member. Police have failed to take action despite receiving complaints, he said, adding that meat traders would continue the strike till they get an assurance from the government about their security. As per government statistics, 20-25 tonnes of beef is sold in the coastal state daily, and the sale increases during tourist and festive seasons. Congress MLA Carlos Alvares Ferreira told reporters on Monday that incidents of vigilantism were occurring across the state. Whether it is meat traders or any organisation, one must abide by the law, he said. There have been instances where mobs suddenly entered houses to check the fridge or cupboard for beef, he said. This is absolutely trespassing and they have no authority to go there, the MLA added. Cow vigilante groups also demand that they be allowed to inspect meat at shops though they do not have any authority, said Ferreira. These people do not belong to any recognised bodies, and even if they are recognised (organisations), they have no right to enter shops and do such activities, he said. Chief minister Sawant on Monday had said the state-run Goa Meat Complex Limited will cater to the beef requirement. The meat complex provides hygienic beef, he had said.
FC Goa aim to light up Christmas
They take on Mohun Bagan SG at Fatorda Panaji: Christmas cheer in Goa as FC Goa will look to light up Christmas with three points against Table-Topper Mohun Bagan at PJN Stadium, Fatorda today. As Christmas lights sparkle across Goa, with homes adorned with stars, shimmering lamps, and lush fir trees, FC Goa fans have [] The post FC Goa aim to light up Christmas appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Blending eras with innovation and art
As part of the Serendipity Arts Festival 2024, Past Forward: Remix and Collaborations in Ceramics and Glass is on display at the Directorate of Accounts Building, Panaji. The exhibition showcases artists who are pushing boundaries by creatively and sustainably reimagining the passage of time Danuska Da Gama Art connects us to our memories, history, and [] The post Blending eras with innovation and art appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Escape plan staged by cops: Land grab accused Suleiman
Ready to surrender if case handed over to CBI, he says Panaji: In a new twist to the escape story of land grab accused Siddhique alias Suleiman Khan (54), it appears that it was a staged escape plan with support of Goa police. In a video message, Khan has claimed that it was a 12-member [] The post Escape plan staged by cops: Land grab accused Suleiman appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Land grab accused will be nabbed soon: CM
Panaji: Assuring people that the land-grab accused Siddhiqui alias Suleiman Khan, who recently escaped from police custody with the help of an IRBn constable, will be apprehended soon, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said misconduct by police officials will not be tolerated by the government. Speaking to the media, Sawant said, A detailed investigation is under [] The post Land grab accused will be nabbed soon: CM appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Spate of robberies in Sao Tome, locals demand increased patrolling
Three cafes, one bar targeted, attempt to break into house Panaji: The Sao Tome area saw a series of robberies in the early hours of Sunday, with an unidentified thief making off with cash and valuables from three cafs and a bar. Locals said that an attempt was also made to rob a house, with [] The post Spate of robberies in Sao Tome, locals demand increased patrolling appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Panaji: Goa suffered a narrow 3-4 defeat in their opening match against Kerala in the 78th National Football Championship Santosh Trophy at Deccan Arena, Hyderabad on Sunday. Goa got off to a dream start, with Nigel Fernandes finding the net in just the second minute. However, Kerala quickly regrouped, equalizing through Muhammed Riyas in the [] The post Goa suffer defeat appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Suleiman used criminal network to escape: Police
Staff Reporter Panaji The fugitive accused Siddhique alias Suleiman Khan (54) is a seasoned criminal who used his nefarious network in Karnataka to prepare and execute the escape plan successfully, the police said. Khan allegedly brainwashed the now dismissed IRBn police constable Amit Naik by assuring him Rs 3 crore for helping the key land [] The post Suleiman used criminal network to escape: Police appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Tanawade says cabinet reshuffle on the cards
Special Correspondent Panaji State president of the Bharatiya Janata Party Sadanand Tanawade on Saturday said the cabinet reshuffle is on the cards. The cabinet reshuffle may not happen immediately, however it is definitely on the cards, he added. Speaking to The Navhind Times, Tanawade said the reshuffle issue has been simmering with the central BJP [] The post Tanawade says cabinet reshuffle on the cards appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Dharmendra Sharma takes charge as Goa RERA chief
Staff Reporter Panaji Ex-Goa chief secretary and retired IAS officer Dharmendra Sharma has been appointed as the chairperson of the Goa Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA). TCP Minister Vishwajit Rane administered the oath of office to Sharma in Panaji on Thursday. Sharma, who served as Goas chief secretary from December 2016 to December 2018 before [] The post Dharmendra Sharma takes charge as Goa RERA chief appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Marathi Sangh commemorates Borkars death anniversary
Staff Reporter Panaji The Goa Marathi Patrakar Sangh on December 7 held a felicitation ceremony at Gomantak Sahitya Sevak Mandal Hall to mark the 25th death anniversary of late Lakshmidas Borkar, former editor of Daily Navprabha and founder of Goa Patrakar Sangh. Adv Rajesh Narvekar, former president of the Goa Administrative Tribunal and ex-reporter of [] The post Marathi Sangh commemorates Borkars death anniversary appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Staff Reporter Panaji Dempo SC, fresh from their first setback of the 2024-25 I-League season, will aim to bounce back when they face Sreenidi Deccan at the Deccan Arena, Telangana, in their fifth fixture of the campaign today. The Golden Eagles, who started the season strongly, stumbled in their last outing against SC Bengaluru. Despite [] The post Dempo SC seek redemption appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Staff Reporter Panaji Diwar SC pulled off a two-wicket victory over Rambhuvan SC in the Division B Tiswadi Zone at Panjim Gymkhana. Rambhuvan were bowled out for 142 in 32.3 overs. Dipraj top-scored with a 55, supported by Gurudas with 23 and Nikhil with 9. However, their innings was halted by some impressive bowling, with [] The post Diwar SC seal narrow win appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Government reserves 5,000 positions for apprentices
Soiru Velip Panaji Offering hope to the jobless youth in the state, director of skill development and entrepreneurship SS Gaonkar said on Wednesday that the government has reserved 5,000 positions in various departments for candidates who complete year-long training under the chief ministers apprenticeship scheme. A total of 13,300 youths have participated or still participating [] The post Government reserves 5,000 positions for apprentices appeared first on The Navhind Times .
71 Maharashtrians engaged as postmen in Goa, LS told
Staff Reporter Panaji A reply tabled in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday disclosed that in the last five years 71 people from Maharashtra have been engaged as postmen in the postal division of Goa. The reply came to a question asked by South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes during the ongoing session of the Parliament. [] The post 71 Maharashtrians engaged as postmen in Goa, LS told appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Over 600 trees to be felled to make way for Porvorim flyover
Staff Reporter Panaji Over 600 trees will be cut down to make way for the elevated six-lane corridor along the national highway-66 (Guirim-Porvorim stretch), and around 2,000 new trees will be planted as part of compensatory afforestation, it was informed at a presentation held on Wednesday. It is to be noted that 447 trees have [] The post Over 600 trees to be felled to make way for Porvorim flyover appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Over 8 weeks, WWF-India Miramar Dialogues to unite voices for protecting Goas biodiversity
Staff Reporter Panaji In an eight-week engagement starting December 13, citizens, experts, and thought leaders will come together to discuss critical environmental issues impacting Goas biodiversity, conservation efforts, and sustainable development. WWF-Indias Miramar Dialogues series is designed to foster environmental awareness and inspire action in Goa. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the [] The post Over 8 weeks, WWF-India Miramar Dialogues to unite voices for protecting Goas biodiversity appeared first on The Navhind Times .
No Adarsh Gram village in Goa: Union Minister tells Tanavade
Special Correspondent Panaji Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Athawale on Wednesday informed the Rajya Sabha that since 2018-19, altogether 29,851 villages have been selected under the Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana (PMAGY), with 36,896 works undertaken covering 41,29,228 beneficiaries. However, no Goa village is amongst the beneficiaries. As per the scheme [] The post No Adarsh Gram village in Goa: Union Minister tells Tanavade appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Chowgules gets GSPCB nod to mine 5L tonne dump in Sirigao
Staff Reporter Panaji Mining activity from the working of mineral dumps, in line with the state governments Dump Handling Policy, is ready to take off with the Chowgule and Company, receiving the consent to operate (CTO) from the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB). Chowgule, which is the first company to receive permission from the [] The post Chowgules gets GSPCB nod to mine 5L tonne dump in Sirigao appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Ore exporters seek solution to transportation stalemate
Staff reporter Panaji Amidst auctioned mining leases in the state going into production, the Goa Mineral Ore Exporters Association (GMOEA) on Wednesday urged the government to arrive at a solution to the issue of ore transportation that is now reached a stalemate. The representative body for mining exporting companies said that Vedantas Bicholim mine, which [] The post Ore exporters seek solution to transportation stalemate appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Merces mangrove area mapping on, report by Jan
Staff Reporter Panaji In a case related to illegal landfilling of mangroves in Murda, Merces, the government has informed the High Court of Bombay at Goa that the task force is in the process of mapping the entire area, with the report expected to be ready by January 1, 2025. The task force, appointed by [] The post Merces mangrove area mapping on, report by Jan appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa cash-for-jobs scam: AAP seeks judicial probe, says ED inquiry will 'fetch no result'
PANAJI: The Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday demanded a judicial probe into the cash-for-jobs scam in Goa, claiming that an inquiry by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) will not yield any result. Goa BJP spokesperson Giriraj Pai Vernekar, however, said the opposition itself had demanded an ED inquiry which was now underway and there was nothing to hide. The AAP leaders were targeting Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and his family over the scam for political reasons, he said, adding the first FIR in the matter was registered at the CM's behest. The Goa police have arrested several persons in connection with the fraud wherein many people have been duped under the pretext of being provided government jobs. Several complaints had been filed across Goa, with many government job aspirants alleging they were forced to pay lakhs of rupees to some persons under the pretext of facilitating employment. CM Sawant had said an unbiased investigation was underway into the scam, with police apprehending several accused, who were luring youth to pay for getting government jobs. Talking to reporters here, AAP Goa president Amit Palekar said media reports have claimed the ED has initiated an inquiry into the scam. I feel that the ED's inquiry will fetch no results as it is yet another agency of the BJP, he alleged. Palekar alleged some BJP functionaries were involved in the scam, hence his party has demanded a judicial inquiry into it. AAP MP Sanjay Singh also recently targeted the state BJP government over the scam. Reacting to AAP's allegations of Sawant and his wife being involved in the scam, Vernekar challenged the Arvind Kejriwal-led outfit and other opposition parties to come forward with a single document linking the CM or his family to the cash-for-jobs scam. It is laughable that they (AAP) are criticising others, Vernekar told PTI. Sanjay Singh has spent several months in jail. I was expecting him to be a little more responsible but he wasn't, he added. Vernekar said the AAP leaders have not been able to give a single proof of the involvement of CM or his family in the scam. It is unfortunate to see the level of discourse and attack on the CM's family only for political reasons, he said. I urge the opposition that if they have any proof of CM or his family's involvement, they should give it rather than making baseless allegations, he said. Vernekar said if these attacks do not stop, then they will have to explore all options. Now all lies being spoken about the involvement of BJP leaders would be exposed. The opposition has been demanding ED inquiry for a long time and it is now fulfilled, he said. Once the investigation into the scam is over, it will be clear that individual men and women were defrauding the people, he said, asserting there was no involvement of any senior BJP leader. The investigation is on. As far as the government's intent of government is concerned, we have asked people (victims of the fraud) to come forward and lodge a case, he said. After realising that some men and women were duping people, it was CM Sawant who asked police to start an investigation, Vernekar said. The first FIR was filed at the behest of the chief minister and not the opposition or any victim, he said. So far, 30 FIRs hve been registered and more than 25 persons arrested in connection with the case, Vernekar said. The accused have been arrested and it has only happened because the CM has been repeatedly appealing to the people of Goa that they should come forward and not let scamsters dupe them of their hard-earned money, he added.
Tillari irrigation project: Rs 264.86 crore scheme okayed for three talukas
Staff Reporter Panaji The Command Area Development Board for the Tillari irrigation project has approved a development scheme worth Rs 264.86 crore for the three talukas of Goa under the projects command area. The scheme will benefit the talukas of Bicholim, Bardez, and Pernem, covering a combined command area of 14,521 hectares5130 in Bicholim, 5137 [] The post Tillari irrigation project: Rs 264.86 crore scheme okayed for three talukas appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa section of Tamnar project ready, Ktaka portion under way
Staff Reporter Panaji PWD Minister Ramkrishna Sudin Dhavalikar said on Tuesday that while the Tamnar power project in Goa is ready, its full operational capacity of supplying 1200 MW to the state depends on the completion of the Karnataka portion of the project. Until Karnatakas segment is completed, Goa will not receive the full benefits [] The post Goa section of Tamnar project ready, Ktaka portion under way appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Plans afoot to solarise 38,000 farming pumps in Goa: Shripad
Staff Reporter Panaji Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Shripad Naik, said that Goa plans to promote and implement the solarisation of agricultural pumps as part of its goal to become the state with the lowest energy footprint in India by 2050. The initiative aims to convert 38,000 agricultural pumps [] The post Plans afoot to solarise 38,000 farming pumps in Goa: Shripad appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa fined Ktaka trawlers Rs 14.8L for illegally fishing in its waters
Staff Reporter Panaji The Goa Government has filed 10 cases against fishing boats from other states illegally fishing in Goan waters and imposed a fine to the tune of over Rs 14.80 lakh during 2022-24, informed Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh. According to information provided by [] The post Goa fined Ktaka trawlers Rs 14.8L for illegally fishing in its waters appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Govts flawed policies blamed for decline in foreign tourists nos
Staff Reporter Panaji Leader of Opposition (LoP) Yuri Alemao on Tuesday said that despite tourism being a crucial part of Goas economy, the BJP government has failed to attract high-spending international tourists. Alemao was reacting to reports of a decline in foreign tourist footfall in Goa. The Congress party has always said that the BJP [] The post Govts flawed policies blamed for decline in foreign tourists nos appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa Police annex Bandodkar T20 title
Staff Reporter Panaji Goa Police clinched the Bandodkar T20 title with a commanding seven-wicket victory over Stamina CC at Campal Ground, Panaji. Opting to field first after winning the toss, Goa Police delivered an all-round performance to outclass their opponents. Stamina CC struggled to build momentum and were bowled out for 110 in 19.5 overs. [] The post Goa Police annex Bandodkar T20 title appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Mahalaxmi CC outclass Akbar SC
Staff Reporter Panaji Mahalaxmi Cricket Club delivered a dominant performance to secure a seven-wicket victory over Akbar SC in the Division B Tiswadi Zone clash at Panjim Gymkhana onTuesday. Winning the toss, Mahalaxmi CC opted to field first, a decision that paid off as Akbar SC struggled to build momentum, managing 162 runs in 27.2 [] The post Mahalaxmi CC outclass Akbar SC appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Oppn making baseless allegations against CM over cash-for-jobs scam: BJP
Special Correspondent Panaji The BJP, on Monday, appealed to the people to identify the reality behind the people in the opposition political parties, who are defaming the Chief Minister, Pramod Sawant and his family over the cash- for-jobs scam. The state unit of the BJP maintained that the opposition has no proof about the involvement [] The post Oppn making baseless allegations against CM over cash-for-jobs scam: BJP appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Activists slam use of polluted River Sal water for Republic Day programme in Delhi
Roque Dias Panaji The recent initiative to carry River Sals water to the National War Memorial in Delhi for the Republic Day event in Delhi has sparked criticism owing to the water bodys severe pollution levels. The Defence Ministry and the Directorate General of the National Cadet Corps had chosen Sal, which is Goas third-largest [] The post Activists slam use of polluted River Sal water for Republic Day programme in Delhi appeared first on The Navhind Times .
MLA sextortion: Police seek custodial interrogation of accused
Staff Reporter Panaji Crime branch have sought custodial interrogation of KukeshRauta, who was arrested for allegedly extorting money from a sitting MLA by threatening to share an explicit video. Police have filed their reply in connection with the bail application filed by Rauta before the Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC), Mapusa. The matter is likely [] The post MLA sextortion: Police seek custodial interrogation of accused appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Traffic-sharing pattern at Dabolim, Mopa airports depends on mkt dynamics
Special Correspondent Panaji Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol on Monday informed the Rajya Sabha that traffic-sharing pattern at Dabolim and Mopa airports depends on market dynamics, airlines, type of aircrafts and sectors operated. Replying to a question by MP Sadanand Tanawade, Mohol said that during 2023-24, Mopa airport handled 44.06 lakh passengers1.15 [] The post Traffic-sharing pattern at Dabolim, Mopa airports depends on mkt dynamics appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa recorded 295 forest fire incidents during past 5 years
Staff Reporter Panaji The state has recorded 36 forest fire incidents from November 2023 to June this year,while 295 such caseshave been reported during the pastfive years. In a written reply tabled by Union Minister of State for Environment Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh in the Rajya Sabha, the state witnessed 147 forest [] The post Goa recorded 295 forest fire incidents during past 5 years appeared first on The Navhind Times .
6 AI cams keep eye on chain snatchers at Exposition
Panaji: To monitor the movement of habitual chain snatchers and pickpockets, Goa police have installed six AI-based cameras with facial recognition at the ongoing Exposition of the relics of St Francis Xavier, Old Goa. The authorities are keeping tabs to identify these repeat offenders through a database maintained by the police. Police also said that [] The post 6 AI cams keep eye on chain snatchers at Exposition appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Ease rules to convert pvt co to LPP, GCCI in pre-Budget memorandum to govt
Panaji: The Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) submitted its pre-Budget memorandum to the government with suggestions focused on tax simplification and improvement in ease of doing business (EoDB.) For salaried tax payers, the GCCI has asked for raising the income tax exemption limit to Rs five lakh and increasing the rebates under section [] The post Ease rules to convert pvt co to LPP, GCCI in pre-Budget memorandum to govt appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Treat in store for Panjimites as fests celebrate food, theatre and cinema
Festa do Povo returns for second edition on December 14-15 Panaji: The second edition of the popular community festival, Festa do Povo will be held on December 14 and 15.The festival is organised through civic participation, with the support of the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) and Imagine Panaji, along the mangrove lined [] The post Treat in store for Panjimites as fests celebrate food, theatre and cinema appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Telangana: Raja Singh urges Christians to unite against love jihad
Panaji: BJP MLA from Telangana, T Raja Singh, on Sunday appealed to Christians to join hands with Hindus for the united fight against love jihad which is affecting both religions. Addressing a Bajrang Dal rally at Curchorem in south Goa, Singh said India wont have a Hindu prime minister in the next 20 to 30 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The 13th Swarmangesh Master Dinanath Mangeshkar Memorial Classical Music and Dance Festival organised by Swastik Panaji will be held from December 6 to 8 at Dinanath Mangeshkar Auditorium, Kala Academy, Panaji Inaugurated by Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar 12 years ago, Swarmangesh has been a grand celebration of music, rhythm, dance, and tradition, offering [] The post Melody and rhythm appeared first on The Navhind Times .
CM advocates short, long-term courses in disaster management
Staff Reporter Panaji Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said there is need to start short- and long-term courses in disaster management. Stating that Goa has the best fire headquarters in the country, he said, Fire personnel from other fire stations in the country are provided training at the Regional Training Centre, St Inez. Even [] The post CM advocates short, long-term courses in disaster management appeared first on The Navhind Times .
IDC to put up 29 plots for sale through e-auction
Staff Reporter Panaji The Goa Industrial Development Corporation on Saturday announced the sixth e-auction of 29 industrial plots, of which 20 plots are in the prime location of Verna industrial estate and nine are commercial plots in different industrial estates.The sale of plots will be open for around two months. Announcing the sixth e-auction, GIDC [] The post IDC to put up 29 plots for sale through e-auction appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Lucky escape for two at flyover project site
Staff Reporter Panaji Two people had a lucky escape after an iron rod from the under-construction flyover fell and pierced through the windshield of their car in Porvorim on Saturday. Both car occupants a male and a female escaped unhurt in the evening, the police said. According to the police, a case of [] The post Lucky escape for two at flyover project site appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Industry not enthusiasticon going online: GIDC
Staff Reporter Panaji Goa industry, which has been demanding the use of technology to improve services, is showing lukewarm response to the governments call to go online, rued Goa Industrial Development Corporation chairman Reginaldo Lourenco on Saturday. He said that of the 3,060 industrial units, just 1,964 units have provided information so as to be [] The post Industry not enthusiasticon going online: GIDC appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Wilred Leisure edge DBO Panjim
Staff Reporter Chandor Wilred Leisure SC, Curtorim defeated Don Bosco Oratory, Fatorda 5-3 via tie-breaker to march to final of 18th All Goa Guirdolim Panchayat Cup organised by Guirdolim Club and played at Chandor Church Sports Complex on Saturday. The match started with DBO Fatorda dominating proceedings right from the word go. Edgar Noronha could [] The post Wilred Leisure edge DBO Panjim appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Staff Reporter Navelim/Panaji The GFA U-13 Division II League witnessed thrilling encounters as DBO Fatorda, Vasco United FC, and Rising Star SCC registered impressive wins. DBO Fatorda secured a commanding 3-1 victory over St Anthonys Club Colva. Reuben Pereira opened the scoring in the 6th minute, followed by Joswalt Fernandes in the 18th minute. Despite [] The post St Anthonys Club Colva win appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa CM's personal email hacked, restored
Panaji: The personal email of Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant was briefly hacked, a senior official said on Saturday. The investigation showed no visible damage was caused to the Gmail account because of hacking on November 19 night, he said. The Cyber Crime cell of Goa Police immediately swung into action and the CM's personal Gmail ID was restored after four to five hours, the official said. An investigation is underway to track down the hacker. The CM's gmail ID is attached to YouTube and other social media, he added.
Goa-IDC launches industry governance online platform OPEN
PANAJI, Nov 30:Goa Industrial Development Corporation on Saturday launched Indias first Digital Public Good for Industry Governance framework, Open Platform for Enterprise Network (OPEN), to transform industry governance by simplifying, digitising and standardising government-to-business transactions. The formal launch of this platform marks a significant milestone in Goas journey toward enhancing the ease of doing business and fostering a vibrant industrial ecosystem, Goa Industrial Development Corporation (Goa-IDC) Chairman Aleixo Reginaldo Lourenco said while addressing a press conference in Panaji. As [] The post Goa-IDC launches industry governance online platform OPEN appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
HC issues notices on plea challenging villa project
Staff Reporter Panaji The High Court of Bombay at Goa has issued notices to the state of Goa and others in a petition challenging the proposed construction of residential villas in Bardez. The petitioners counsel contended that the technical clearance granted for the construction of the residential villas and swimming pools is illegal. The clearance, [] The post HC issues notices on plea challenging villa project appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Assess requirement of sand for restoration of Candolim beach: HC
Staff Reporter Panaji The High Court of Bombay at Goa, reviewing a report of Goa Biodiversity Board (GBB) on the status of Candolim beach near survey number 146 and recommendations of National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) for increasing the beachs width, has directed the GBB to revisit the site and assess whether additional sand is [] The post Assess requirement of sand for restoration of Candolim beach: HC appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Fishing Vessel-Submarine Collision: Bodies of Two Crew Recovered
Panaji: The bodies of two crew members who went missing after a fishing vessel collided with a submarine have been recovered from the Arabian Sea off the Goa coast, a senior naval official said on Friday. The fishing vessel, Marthoma, sank after colliding with the submarine of the Indian Navy at about 70 nautical miles off the shore last week, triggering a massive operation to trace the two crew members. In a joint operation involving the Navy, Indian Coast Guard and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) on Thursday, the mortal remains of the missing crew members were recovered from the seabed near the shipwreck, an Indian Navy spokesperson said. The boat had sunk after colliding with an Indian Navy submarine on November 21. Eleven of the 13 crew were rescued on the same day by Indian Navy ships, while two persons had remained missing, he said. The official said that the Indian Navy and Coast Guard jointly undertook a week-long search, which helped localise the fishing boat's wreckage. The mortal remains of the two crew (members) were recovered from the vicinity of the wreckage with the assistance of ONGC and are now being handed over to the authorities, he added.
Staff selection panel seeks details of govt vacancies
Staff Reporter Panaji Setting the ball rolling for recruitments to stem the tide of public sector job frauds, the Goa Staff Selection Commission (GSSC) has instructed all government departments to submit details of vacant posts between January 1 and January 31, 2025. The departments are required to provide information about vacancies, excluding those reserved for [] The post Staff selection panel seeks details of govt vacancies appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Water scarcity in neighbouring states drives up veggie prices
Shahin Bepari Lambe Panaji The prices of several essential vegetables have surged across Goas markets, with vendors pointing to a regional shortage caused by a combination of factors, including water scarcity in neighbouring states, heavy rainfall, crop spoilage, and limitedlocal supply. Tomatoes and onions, in particular, have seen a sharp rise in price, impacting consumers [] The post Water scarcity in neighbouring states drives up veggie prices appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Over 50 wetlands identified for upkeep and ecological balance
Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji The Goa State Wetland Authority (GSWA) has said that over 50 wetlands have now been identified across the state, and 15 of them, including a Ramsar site, have already been notified under the Wetland (Conservation & Management) Rules 2017. This is a crucial step forward, as bringing these waterbodies under the [] The post Over 50 wetlands identified for upkeep and ecological balance appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Pope longing to come to India, says Archbishop
Staff Reporter Panaji Stating that Pope Francis is longing to come to India, Archbishop of Goa and Daman Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrao on Wednesday said Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai can play a vital role in asking the Centre to invite him to the country. Speaking during a nine-member papal delegations visit to the Governor at [] The post Pope longing to come to India, says Archbishop appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Fast-tracking of disputed tax orders cuts backlog of appeals
Shoma Patnaik Panaji In a relief to income taxpayers in the state, disputed tax orders are being cleared on a fast-track mode this year reflected in a drastic drop in the number of pending appeals before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunals (ITAT) Goa bench, to 400 cases presently from over 1,000 at the start of [] The post Fast-tracking of disputed tax orders cuts backlog of appeals appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Guv hosts reception forVaticandelegates
Staff Reporter Panaji A nine-memberVaticandelegation visited Raj Bhavan on Wednesday. Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai welcomed Archbishop Edgar Pea Parra, Substitute for the Secretariat of State at theVaticanand the third highest-ranking official in the Catholic Church, Cardinal-designate Msgr Rolandas Makrickas, Archpriest of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferro, Archbishop of Goa [] The post Guv hosts reception forVaticandelegates appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Legal metrology cracks down on city exhibition, seizes papad packets
Staff Reporter Panaji The Legal Metrology Department seized 85 packets of papad from a stall at an exhibition at Bal Bhavan, Campal on Wednesday. The inspection was carried out based on a complaint filed by GOACAN.GOACAN coordinator Roland Martins said that the packets were seized due to non-compliance of Legal Metrology Packaged Commodities Rules of [] The post Legal metrology cracks down on city exhibition, seizes papad packets appeared first on The Navhind Times .
I don't take AI lightly, it has affected creative fields: CBFC chairman Prasoon Joshi
PANAJI: Considering the penetration of a new generative toolartificial intelligence (AI) in human life especially in the creative realm, renowned lyricist, writer and chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) Prasoon Joshi is ready to test its capability for film ratings. In the future, can AI be used in the rating system of films? Is it possible by using its algorithm and data system? I am not making this statement as an official, but as a thinker, I have started thinking about it. Can AI play a role in these things? Joshi said. Speaking on the sidelines of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, he believed that whatever can be done with the brain, can also be done with AI. I dont take Artificial Intelligence lightly. It was supposed to hit creative fields the last, however it has affected creative fields the first, said Joshi, a two-time national award winner. On the originality of content through AI, he added that creation is not limited to juggling and mathematics of words; it is also related to emotions and spiritualism. Safarnama: Dedication to four legendary film artists at IFFI Creativity is associated with the existence of life. If the question is related to juggling or words and creating verses, AI can do it. In Urdu, there is a word, Laffazai (rhetoric). AI can do better in Laffazi than us. However, whether AI is capable of responding to basic questions and has any motivation, it is yet to be seen, he said. While expressing concern over content on digital platforms being consumed by kids without parental control, the former advertising professional said that the biggest challenge before us is parenting our children and we cannot surrender them to the content. Content cannot be the parents of children. The danger is that the iPad is in the hands of a two-year-old child and he is spending time on it, said Joshi, who is also the steering committee member of IFFI. Joshi also shared that content mainly made for the grown-ups is being served to children, adding that he is aware of the absence of children films in IFFI and hopefully, in the next edition of the festival, this aspect would be taken care of. This is there in my mind. And next year when we come up, we will focus more on childrens content. We will recognize and honour the producer of children's content because society needs that kind of content, concluded Joshi. Human-centric AI is quickly emerging
Not possible to even reach Everest base camp without guidance of Sherpas: actor Manisha Koirala
PANAJI, Nov 24: Its impossible to even reach the Everest base camp, let alone summit the peak, without the guidance of the Sherpas, says actor Manisha Koirala, who is happy the community is getting its due on screen. Nepal-born Koirala said she often feels horrible about the sad livelihood of the Sherpas, who predominantly serve as guides for climbers hoping to scale the worlds tallest peaks at extreme altitudes in the Himalayan region. She was speaking at an in-conversation [] The post Not possible to even reach Everest base camp without guidance of Sherpas: actor Manisha Koirala appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Language should not be barrier: Tributes to ANR
PANAJI: Sharing memories of his father and noted filmmaker Akkineni Nageswara Rao, widely known as ANR, Telugu superstar Nagarjuna on Friday said that ANRs belief that language should not be a barrier was ahead of its time. My fathers goal was clear: to make Telugu cinema a force to be reckoned with. He established Annapurna Studios, which remains a cornerstone of the industry today. His belief that language should not be a barrier was ahead of its time, said the actor said. He was speaking at a special session titled Centenary Special ANR: Celebrating the Life and Works of Akkineni Nageswara Rao held in Panaji as part of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). He was in conversation with actor Khushbu Sundar. The programme began with a tribute video showcasing ANRs legacy and his pivotal role in shaping Telugu cinema, after which Nagarjuna shared several anecdotes of his father and also spoke about his vision for the industry. Nagarjuna reminisced that ANR had started playing women characters at a time when women were not allowed to work in theatre. He recalled that his father would look cute in plaits, adding that may be this was one of the reason the late legend had turned to acting. The IFFI is celebrating the birth centenary of the Telugu cinema stalwart by showcasing a restored version of his 1953 movie Devadasu. Nagarjuna also revealed that at one point, ANR was dejected as he was mocked by a lot of people who made fun of him for his feminine mannerisms. People made fun of him and that really dejected him. He went to Marina Beach where he wanted to kill himself because there was so much laughter (mockery) and all of that. He told me he went waist deep into the sea water and then something in him stopped him, Nagarjuna said. Nagarjuna credited his family for preserving ANRs vision through initiatives like the Annapurna College of Film and, adding, It is about creating a platform for the next generation of filmmakers. When asked about a biopic on Nageswara Rao, Nagarjuna revealed that his plan was to make a documentary. A documentary would better capture the essence of his life and vision, the actor explained. The Mask director wants to work with SRK, Aamir Hollywood filmmaker Chuck Russell, best known for Hollywood hits such as The Mask and The Scorpion King, has already tried his hand at directing a Hindi film and he now aspires to collaborate with Bollywood superstars Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. Russell ventured into Indian cinema with the 2019 film Junglee, starring Vidyut Jammwal and Akshay Oberoi. Ive been wanting to work with Aamir Khan before. He knows it, Ive visited him. And Shah Rukh Khan. I got to work with Akshay (Oberoi) and my cast in Junglee was terrific. I like working with different cultures and talent that is new to me. All of India is new to me, Russell said.
Road safety council seeks to up accident victim aid to Rs 10L
Panaji: The Goa State Road Safety Council, during its meeting on Friday, proposed to increase the accident victim compensation from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 10 lakh under the Smart City initiatives to better support affected families. The meeting, chaired by Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho at the Secretariat in Porvorim, also discussed critical road safety [] The post Road safety council seeks to up accident victim aid to Rs 10L appeared first on The Navhind Times .
With forest cover dipping, NGT seeks report from states on conservation
Panaji: The National Green Tribunal has initiated a suo motu investigation into Indias dwindling forest cover, issuing notices to all states and union territories, including Goa, to provide comprehensive reports on their conservation efforts within a month. NGTs principal bench, led by Justice Sudhir Agarwal and Dr. Afroz Ahmad, took cognisance of the matter based [] The post With forest cover dipping, NGT seeks report from states on conservation appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Govt will replace dead trees in Panaji with same species, says CM
Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said on Friday that the state government would plant the same species of trees that had died after living for more than 200-300 years in Panaji. Be it D B Marg or any part of Panaji, there are many trees that are more than 200-300 years old. We also do [] The post Govt will replace dead trees in Panaji with same species, says CM appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa lost 921 hectares of tree cover in two decades: Global Forest Watch
Forest department finds faults with methodology used Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji: Goas image of being a green state has taken a beating with a study stating that the state has lost a considerable portion of its forest cover over the last two decades. According to a report by Global Forest Watch (GFW), an online platform [] The post Goa lost 921 hectares of tree cover in two decades: Global Forest Watch appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Prasar Bharati Launches 'Waves' OTT App with 40 Live Channels and Classic Content
NEW DELHI:Indias public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati, has launched its own OTT (Over-The-Top) platform, Waves. The app offers a diverse range of content, including live channels, classic shows, and archived programming from Doordarshan and Aakashvani, catering to a wide audience of all ages. Waves brings together nostalgic classics like Ramayan, Mahabharat, Shaktimaan, and Hum Log, as well as a variety of modern programming. The platform promises to connect audiences with Indias rich cultural heritage while keeping up with the demands of the digital age. It features a collection of news, documentaries, and regional content, all available for free. The app supports over 12 languages, including Hindi, English, Bengali, Marathi, Kannada, Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Assamese. It spans more than 10 genres of infotainment, offering video-on-demand, free-to-play games, radio streaming, live TV, and 65 live channels. The platform also integrates online shopping through the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), allowing users to shop while enjoying their favorite content. Waves also provides a platform for content creators, including well-known figures like Kamiya Jani, RJ Raunac, and Shraddha Sharma, as well as student filmmakers from prestigious institutions such as FTII and Annapurna. In line with the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) focus on young filmmakers, Waves will showcase student films, including Roll No.52 by Nagarjuna and Amala Akkineni from Annapurna Film and Media Studio. The app will feature exclusive content such as the modern adaptation of the 1980s Shahrukh Khan show Fauji, titled Fauji 2.0, and other exciting series like Kicking Balls, Jackson Halt, and Jaiye Aap Kahan Jayenge. Currently, Waves offers around 40 live channels, including popular networks like B4U, ABZY, SAB Group, and 9X Media, alongside major news channels such as India Today, News Nation, Republic, ABP News, News24, and NDTV India. Navneet Kumar Sehgal, Chairman of Prasar Bharati, emphasized the platforms commitment to providing clean, family-friendly entertainment. We aim to offer a wide variety of services like news, shopping, games, and films, all while making our vast archive available for viewers to relive their favorite childhood shows, he said during the International Film Festival of India in Panaji, Goa. Massive Surge In US Google Searches For 'Scottish citizenship, abortion, and Scotland Trans Rights'
IFFI 2024: Bhumi Pednekar, Ishaan Khatter, Madhur Bhandarkar, Jaideep Ahlawat Talk Cinema | WATCH
The 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has kicked off in Goa, bringing the magic of cinema to life in the vibrant city of Panaji. This years festival promises a cinematic extravaganza, showcasing 19 world and international premieres, 43 Asian premieres, and an impressive 109 Indian premieres over its eight-day celebration.The opening day set the tone for a glamorous event, with stars like Bhumi Pednekar, Madhur Bhandarkar, Ishaan Khatter, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Shekhar Kapur gracing the red carpet. As they posed for the cameras, the stars shared heartfelt memories of IFFI and their enduring passion for cinema. Watch the video for more.
Goa Police pull out all stops for smooth conduct of decennial event
Panaji: Goa police on Wednesday said that elaborate security arrangements are in place for the 45-day decennial Exposition of the Sacred Relics of St Francis Xavier at Old Goa, popularly known as Goencho Saib, which begins from November 21, 2024. Goa police is committed to ensuring a very good and safe event. Weve been working [] The post Goa Police pull out all stops for smooth conduct of decennial event appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Spl postal cover with unique features on SFX unveiled
Panaji: A special postal commemorative cover with several features that mark it as unique not only in India but also worldwide has been released by the Diocesan Centre for Social Communications Media on the occasion of 18th Exposition of the relics of St Francis Xavier. These covers have been designed by philatelist Alok Goyal of [] The post Spl postal cover with unique features on SFX unveiled appeared first on The Navhind Times .
IFFI 2024 gets off to a glittering start
Fest has taken Goa on global platform: CM Special Correspondent Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday said that from 2004 to 2024, over the last 20 years, the International Film Festival of India has been celebrated in Goa, and both Goa and IFFI have become synonymous with each other. Former defence minister, late Manohar [] The post IFFI 2024 gets off to a glittering start appeared first on The Navhind Times .
