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Goa nightclub fire: Co-owner Ajay Gupta to be brought from Delhi for questioning
PANAJI: Ajay Gupta, one of the four owners of Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, who was detained in Delhi, will be brought to Goa on Wednesday for questioning in connection with a fire at the establishment that claimed 25 lives, a senior official said. Earlier, a Look Out Circular (LOC) had been issued against Gupta after a Goa police team failed to find him at his Delhi residence. We later managed to detain him in Delhi, the official said, adding that Gupta would be placed under arrest after the completion of formalities to bring him to Goa. Gupta will be flown to Goa on Wednesday for interrogation, the official said. Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra , the two primary owners of the nightclub located at Arpora in Goa, had fled to Phuket in Thailand following the tragedy on the night of December 6. An Interpol Blue Corner Notice has been issued against them. Besides, an LOC has been issued against Surinder Kumar Khosla, another owner of the nightclub who is a British citizen, according to police. The police have so far arrested five persons - the nightclub's chief general manager Rajiv Modak, general manager Vivek Singh, bar manager Rajiv Singhania, gate manager Riyanshu Thakur and employee Bharat Kohli. Twenty-five persons were killed in the fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub at Arpora in North Goa around midnight on December 6.
Goa nightclub fire: Co-owner Ajay Gupta to be brought for questioning
PANAJI: Ajay Gupta, one of the four owners of Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, who was detained in Delhi, will be brought to Goa on Wednesday for questioning in connection with a fire at the establishment that claimed 25 lives, a senior official said. Earlier, a Look Out Circular (LOC) had been issued against Gupta after a Goa police team failed to find him at his Delhi residence. We later managed to detain him in Delhi, the official said, adding that Gupta would be placed under arrest after the completion of formalities to bring him to Goa. Gupta will be flown to Goa on Wednesday for interrogation, the official said. Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra , the two primary owners of the nightclub located at Arpora in Goa, had fled to Phuket in Thailand following the tragedy on the night of December 6. An Interpol Blue Corner Notice has been issued against them. Besides, an LOC has been issued against Surinder Kumar Khosla, another owner of the nightclub who is a British citizen, according to police. The police have so far arrested five persons - the nightclub's chief general manager Rajiv Modak, general manager Vivek Singh, bar manager Rajiv Singhania, gate manager Riyanshu Thakur and employee Bharat Kohli. Twenty-five persons were killed in the fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub at Arpora in North Goa around midnight on December 6.
Portion of Romeo Lane razed down at Vagator
Mapusa/Panaji: Following a directive from Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, the tourism department on Tuesday undertook demolition of a portion of Romeo Lane property at Vagator, which was allegedly encroaching on the beach. In a statement issued, the tourism department has said that the portion of Romeo Lane at Vagator encroaching on the beach was found [] The post Portion of Romeo Lane razed down at Vagator appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Arpora tragedy exposes nexus between politicos, illegal biz
Amresh Parab Panaji: The fire tragedy which killed 25 persons at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub at Sankwadi in Arpora last week has once again brought to light the alleged nexus between those in power and those operating the nightlife activities in the coastal belt of the state. Members from the Opposition have claimed [] The post Arpora tragedy exposes nexus between politicos, illegal biz appeared first on The Navhind Times .
HC to hear PIL seeking judicial probe into Arpora nightclub fire
Panaji: A public interest litigation (PIL) filed for seeking probe into the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub fire will be heard by the High Court of Bombay at Goa on December 16. The petition calls for the constitution of a Judicial Commission headed by a retired High Court judge to investigate administrative negligence and crowd-management [] The post HC to hear PIL seeking judicial probe into Arpora nightclub fire appeared first on The Navhind Times .
IAS officer-led panel to draft SOPs for safety audit, nods to tourism estb
Panaji: Following the deadly fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub at Arpora on Saturday midnight, which killed 25 people, the Goa government on Tuesday constituted a high-level safety audit committee headed by Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer to formulate standard operating procedures (SoPs) for carrying out a comprehensive safety audit and for granting [] The post IAS officer-led panel to draft SOPs for safety audit, nods to tourism estb appeared first on The Navhind Times .
327 candidates in fray for 50 zilla pyat seats
Panaji/Margao/ Vasco: A total of 327 candidates have filed nominations for the 50 seats in the North Goa and South Goa Zilla Panchayat (ZP) elections scheduled for December 20. Nominations opened on December 1, and Tuesday was the final day for submission. Both North and South ZPs have 25 seats each, marking the sixth elections [] The post 327 candidates in fray for 50 zilla pyat seats appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Congress, GFP tie-up for 45 seats; friendly fight in Corlim, Morjim
Panaji: The Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) on Tuesday announced its alliance with Goa Forward Party (GFP) for the ZP polls . Of the 50 seats, Congress has fielded candidates in 36, GFP has put up candidates in nine, and the remaining five will see independent candidates backed by the alliance. Interestingly, Congress and GFP [] The post Congress, GFP tie-up for 45 seats; friendly fight in Corlim, Morjim appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa nightclub fire: 'Illegal' beach shack owned by Luthra brothers demolished
PANAJI: The Goa Tourism Department on Tuesday demolished 'Romeo Lane', an illegally constructed beach shack at Vagator owned by brothers Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra. The brothers, who are on the run following the fire tragedy at Birch by Romeo Lane club that claimed 25 lives late on Saturday night, had constructed the shack on tourism department land, a senior official said. Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant had on Tuesday ordered authorities to initiate the process to demolish the shack. The structure, made of wood, was razed down using machines, and the 198 sqmt of land was reclaimed by the tourism department, the official said. The demolition was carried out within two hours in the presence of the police. After the fire tragedy, the authorities had sealed the beach shack at Vagator and another property of the Luthras at Assagao. The Luthras had built up the Romeo Lane chain across multiple cities -- including Delhi, Goa and Haryana's Yamuna Nagar, NDTV reported. VIDEO | Goa fire tragedy: A shack 'Romeo Lane', owned by Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra is being demolished by the authorities. This shack is the third property owned by Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra. They flew to Thailand just hours after a major fire killed 25 people at pic.twitter.com/JncAzx4WWp Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) December 9, 2025 According to Goa Police, the Luthras departed for Phuket at 5.30 am on December 7 via IndiGo flight 6E 1073, just hours after the tragedy, which left mostly staff and tourists dead. Interpol has issued a Blue Corner notice against Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, according to the Goa Chief Minister's Office. The police discovered their escape during a manhunt launched immediately after an FIR was registered. Immigration records confirmed that the duo had left India shortly after the incident around midnight. The chief minister on Monday said four people have been arrested in connection with themassive fire. He said a detailed inquiry has begun and will be completed within a week. The probe will be led by the North Goa Collector, with support from a committee comprising the SP of South Goa, Deputy Collector for Fire and Emergency Services, and the Director of Forensics. The panel has been instructed to submit its report within seven days, the CM said. (With inputs from PTI)
Goa nightclub fire: CM Sawant orders demolition of Luthras' Vagator beach shack
PANAJI: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday ordered authorities to demolish the illegal ' Romeo Lane ' beach shack at Vagator, owned by brothers Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra, after completing all formalities. The order comes after the brothers fled to Thailand , just hours after a major fire killed 25 people at the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in Arpora around midnight on Saturday. This shack is the third property owned by Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra. A senior CMO official stated that CM Sawant has directed the North Goa district administration to complete all the formalities and demolish the beach shack at Vagator. This shack is illegally built on government land. It would be demolished on Tuesday. District administration has kept all the machinery ready, the official said. Goa nightclub fire: FIR says fireshow at restaurant caused blaze; owner, event organisers booked, sarpanch detained According to Goa Police, the Luthras departed for Phuket at 5.30 am on December 7 via IndiGo flight 6E 1073, just hours after the tragedy, which left mostly staff and tourists dead. Interpol has issued a Blue Corner notice against Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, according to the Goa Chief Minister's Office. The police discovered their escape during a manhunt launched immediately after an FIR was registered. Immigration records confirmed that the duo had left India shortly after the incident around midnight. After the Saturday night fire tragedy, the district administration sealed this beach shack and another facility at Assagao in North Goa on Monday. The chief minister on Monday said four people have been arrested in connection with themassive fire. He said a detailed inquiry has begun and will be completed within a week. The probe will be led by the North Goa Collector, with support from a committee comprising the SP of South Goa, Deputy Collector for Fire and Emergency Services, and the Director of Forensics. The panel has been instructed to submit its report within seven days, the CM said.
Goa nightclub fire: Owners fled to Thailand hours after deadly fire, police say
A massive fire at the nightclub, some 25 kilometres away from Panaji, on late Saturday night killed 25 persons. The deceased comprised 20 employees of the nightclub and five tourists, including four from Delhi
Goa nightclub fire: Probe panel told to submit report within 7 days
PANAJI: Goa CM Pramod Sawant on Monday said four people were arrested in connection with the fire at a nightclub in Goa that claimed 25 lives. One person was detained from Delhi. Sawant said that a magisterial inquiry has been initiated into the incident. The tragedy took place at Birch By Romeo Lane in Arpora village around 25 km from the state capital, Panaji. The probe will be led by the North Goa Collector, with support from a committee comprising the SP of South Goa, Deputy Collector for Fire and Emergency Services, and the Director of Forensics. The panel has been instructed to submit its report within seven days, the CM said. A recent inspection by a government authority documented alleged violations of the CRZ Notification 2011 in the nightclub that included the construction of an RCC G+1 hexagonal structure of approximately 550 sqm erected directly on a water body, with the ground floor used as a kitchen and storeroom. He said that four people have been arrested and inquiry is in progress. An arrest warrant has been issued against the club owners. However, they have reportedly fled to Thailand. Sawant also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured, to be sanctioned through the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF). The CM said that the DGP has been directed to take strict punitive action against the culprits, including the owners and managers of the club and those who issued permissions to the club. An audit would be conducted of all the clubs and business establishments that are operating without the valid permissions and where there is likelihood of gatherings. This would be done through a committee to be constituted under the chairmanship of the Secretary (Revenue). A standard operating procedure shall be framed for all such establishments to prevent such incidents in future, he added.
Nightclub blaze major failure in life safety preparedness: Report
No functional fire detection and alarm systems present Amresh Parab Panaji: The fire incident that occurred at the nightclub Birch by Romeo Lane at Sankwadi in Arpora last week reflects a critical failure in fire prevention engineering, regulatory compliance and life safety preparedness, according to the technical fire safety incident report of the Directorate of [] The post Nightclub blaze major failure in life safety preparedness: Report appeared first on The Navhind Times .
HC calls for detailed recommendations amid rising dust plaints over Porvorim flyover work
Panaji : In the matter concerning the Porvorim flyover construction, the High Court of Bombay at Goa on Monday directed petitioner Moses Pinto to file his consolidated para-wise recommendations with proper numbering in the Registry within one week, with liberty to include additional recommendations in view of the prevailing dust pollution. The petitioner raised serious [] The post HC calls for detailed recommendations amid rising dust plaints over Porvorim flyover work appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Patradevi, Pollem, Keri checkposts get GoVA traffic enforcement tech
Panaji: To streamline the border surveillance and improving road discipline, the Directorate of Transport has announced that automated traffic enforcement will come into effect from midnight of December 9 at the Keri, Patradevi, and Pollem border checkposts. The system, powered by the Goa Vehicle Authentication System (GoVA), will electronically detect traffic violations and issue digital [] The post Patradevi, Pollem, Keri checkposts get GoVA traffic enforcement tech appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Electricity dept snaps illegal internet cables, N Collectorate goes offline
Panaji: A routine drive against illegal internet cables took an unexpected turn on Sunday when the Electricity Department disconnected an unauthorised service line tangled across electricity polesunaware that it was supplying internet to the North District Collectorate. The sudden outage slowed several crucial administrative operations, including those related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of [] The post Electricity dept snaps illegal internet cables, N Collectorate goes offline appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa nightclub fire: Owners Saurabh, Gaurav Luthra flee to Thailand
Panaji: Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of the Goa nightclub wanted in connection with the fire tragedy that claimed 25 lives at the facility, have fled to Thailand, prompting police to seek the help of Interpol to trace them, officials said here on Monday. According to a statement issued by the Goa Police, the 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 nightclub fire: Owners Saurabh, Gaurav Luthra fled to Thailand after tragedy, say police
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, Goa, where a fire claimed 25 lives late Saturday, have fled to Thailand, officials said on Monday, prompting police to seek Interpols assistance in tracking them. According to Goa Police, the Luthras departed for Phuket at 5.30 am on December 7 via IndiGo flight 6E 1073, just hours after the tragedy, which left mostly staff and five tourists dead. The police discovered their escape during a manhunt launched immediately after an FIR was registered. Immigration records confirmed that the duo had left India shortly after the incident around midnight. Authorities have now requested Interpols help to trace and arrest the nightclub owners. A senior official said the rapid exit by the Luthras indicates their intent to avoid the police investigation. Soon after filing the FIR, police also dispatched a team to Delhi to carry out raids at the addresses of the two accused. Since they were not available, a notice under appropriate sections of law was pasted on the gate of their house, the official said, adding that by December 7, a Look Out Circular was issued against both the accused by the Bureau of Immigration (BOI) at the request of the Goa Police. However, during this exercise, it was found that the two had already left Delhi for Phuket in the early hours of December 7, that is, immediately after the incident which had taken place around midnight. Goa police have taken further steps to coordinate with the Interpol Division of CBI to apprehend both Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra at the earliest, he said. Jharkhand government orders statewide safety audit after Goa nightclub tragedy While the owners remain abroad, the police have arrested key operational staff Bharat Kohli, one of the members of the management, from Delhi after obtaining his transit remand. So far, the club's Chief General Manager Rajiv Modak, General Manager Vivek Singh, Bar Manager Rajiv Singhania, and Gate Manager Riyanshu Thakur have been arrested . Earlier in the day, the Goa Police team visited the house of Gaurav and Saurabh Lutha in Delhi and questioned their family members. Even as police conducted searches to trace him, Saurabh Luthra used social media on Monday to express profound grief and vowed to provide assistance, support, and cooperation to the victims' families in every possible form. In an Instagram statement posted on Monday, Luthra said the management was deeply shaken by the incident and stood in unwavering solidarity with the families of the 20 staff members and five tourists who lost their lives. He added that the club would extend every possible form of assistance, support and cooperation to the bereaved and injured. The Goa government on Monday constituted a four-member magisterial inquiry committee to ascertain the facts and circumstances that led up to the massive fire at the nightclub. According to officials, fireworks have emerged as the likely cause of the blaze at the popular party venue in Arpora village, 25 km from Panaji. Under Secretary (Home) Manthan Manoj Naik issued the order constituting the inquiry committee with North Goa District Collector Ankit Yadav as chairperson. The committee members include South Goa Superintendent of Police Tikam Singh Verma, Director of Forensic Sciences Ashutosh Apte, and Rajendra Halarnkar, deputy director, Fire and Emergency Services. The committee will examine the sequence of events leading to the fire, verify the compliance of all statutory licences, and determine the lapses. Goa nightclub fire: FIR says fireshow at restaurant caused blaze; owner, event organisers booked, sarpanch detained It will also fix accountability on agencies or departments responsible and recommend preventive and corrective measures, the order stated. In the aftermath of the fire incident, the Goa government has intensified its crackdown on the controversial Romeo Lane club chain, officials said on Monday. Two other properties of the hospitality company in Goa have been sealed, they said. The North Goa district administration has sealed a beach shack and another club, both part of the Romeo Lane chain, located at Vagator and Assagao, respectively, an official said. Action has been initiated against both properties as they were involved in disputes, the official said. The Goa government has issued an advisory for nightclubs, restaurants, bars, event venues and similar establishments, laying down several measures, including for fire safety and crowd control. Under provisions of the Disaster Management Act 2005, all such establishments are directed to ensure strict compliance with fire safety, electrical safety, emergency preparedness, and structural safety norms prescribed by the competent authorities, the advisory reads. The establishments must maintain a valid fire NOC, comply with all conditions issued by the Fire Services Department, and adhere strictly to authorised occupancy limits, display maximum capacity prominently, and not allow overcrowding, it said. The advisory has asked establishments to ensure functional smoke/heat detectors, alarms, sprinklers, hydrants, hose reels and serviced fire extinguishers. They have to use certified electrical wiring and protection devices, and remove temporary, overloaded, or unsafe electrical connections immediately. The establishments will have to keep all emergency exits and escape routes unobstructed with illuminated exit signage, evacuation maps, and emergency lighting, it said. Non-compliance will attract strict enforcement action, including closure, suspension, or cancellation of licences and prosecution under the Disaster Management Act. Police investigations so far have indicated multiple irregularities at the entertainment venue, including the absence of a No Objection Certificate from the fire department and the issuance of a licence without proper documentation. Fire officials had said earlier that the club, located on the backwater of the Arpora river, had small exit doors connected only by a narrow bridge, which severely hampered the escape of people during the blaze. (With inputs from PTI)
Goa nightclub`s co-owner vows support for families of 25 fire tragedy victims
Meanwhile, police teams have been sent from Goa to Delhi to arrest the management of the `Birch by Romeo Lane` club, located in North Goa`s Arpora area. An inferno at the nightclub, around 25 kilometres away from Panaji, broke out late on the night of December 6, killing 25 people
Saurabh Luthra, co-owner of Birch by Romeo Lane in Arpora, North Goa, where a devastating fire killed 25 people on Saturday night has expressed deep grief over the tragedy and assured full support to those affected. In an Instagram statement posted on Monday, Luthra said the management was deeply shaken by the incident and stood in unwavering solidarity with the families of the 20 staff members and five tourists who lost their lives. He added that the club would extend every possible form of assistance, support and cooperation to the bereaved and injured. The blaze erupted at the riverside nightclub, about 25 km from Panaji, with investigations by multiple agencies later revealing serious lapses, including the alleged absence of a fire department NOC and licences issued without adequate documentation. Fire officials also cited small exit doors and a narrow access bridge that hampered evacuation. Luthra and his co-owner, Gaurav Luthra, have been named in an FIR. Meanwhile, police have already arrested four senior staffers, chief general manager Rajiv Modak, general manager Vivek Singh, bar manager Rajiv Singhania and gate manager Riyanshu Thakur. Goa nightclub fire: FIR says fireshow at restaurant caused blaze; owner, event organisers booked, sarpanch detained
Illegal Arpora club goes up in flames; 25 dead
NT Reporter| Panaji In Goas worst tragedy involving a hospitality establishment, a jampacked nightclub Birch by Romeo Lane turned into a death trap Saturday midnight as a massive fire tore through it, claiming 25 lives and bringing to the fore illegalities, along with the laxity of government officials in enforcing rules. Following the tragedy, Chief [] The post Illegal Arpora club goes up in flames; 25 dead appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Legal notice detailed illegalities, unsafe structure; authorities failed to act
NT Reporter | Panaji A legal notice was issued to the government and its agencies a month ago seeking enforcement of the demolition order against the Arpora nightclub, citing alleged CRZ violations and unapproved commercial activities. The tragedy may not have occurred had authorities acted on the notice. The notice also highlights how inspection reports [] The post Legal notice detailed illegalities, unsafe structure; authorities failed to act appeared first on The Navhind Times .
PANAJI, Dec 7 : All 25 victims killed in the Goa nightclub fire tragedy have been identified, including 20 members of the staff and five tourists, authorities said on Sunday night. Among the five tourists who died in the inferno, four were from Delhi, including three members of a single family. The fifth tourist was from Karnataka. The state government released a list of all 25 victims on Sunday night. A massive fire raged through `Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub [] The post Goa nightclub fire: 25 victims include 20 staff members and 5 tourists- three of them from Delhi family appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Goa night club fire: 4 arrested, officials failure to enforce rules under scanner
Panaji: A jampacked nightclub in North Goa turned into a death trap around midnight as a massive fire tore through it, claiming 25 lives and bringing to the fore illegalities along with the laxity of government officials in enforcing rules. Fireworks were the likely cause of the blaze at `Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub at 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 .
After a massive fire at the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in Goa claimed the lives of 25 people, including tourists and staff, the police on Sunday registered an FIR against its owners, manager, and event organisers. The police also detained the sarpanch of Arpora-Nagoa panchayat for questioning shortly after Chief Minister Pramod Sawant ordered a magisterial inquiry into the fire. Police registered an FIR against Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of Birch by Romeo Lane Nightclub, under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, a senior police officer was quoted as saying by PTI. 25 people, including 14 staff memebrs and four tourists were killed after a massive fire engulfed the nightclub after midnight. The club, which opened last year, is a popular party venue in Arpora village, about 25 km from the state capital, Panaji. According to officials, most deaths were caused by suffocation, as the victims got trapped on the ground floor after the fire broke out, while three people succumbed to burn injuries. The FIR stated that the massive blaze was caused by a fireshow organised at the club and named the owners, managers and event organisers as the accused. ... the owners, partners, manager, event organiser and other managing staff of Birch by Romeo Lane, Arpora without taking proper care and caution, without providing fire safety equipment and other safety gadgets, organised [a] fire show at their restaurant/club which resulted in a serious fire due to which 25 innocent people succumbed to death and also caused injuries to tourist[s] and staff, inspite of having full knowledge that organising such a show may lead to serious fire accidents the FIR stated, reported Indian Express. The restaurant did not have an emergency exit door on the ground floor as well as on the deck floor to evacuate in case of emergency, the FIR added. The said restaurant was found operating without obtaining permissions/licenses from the competent authorities, it said. The sarpanch of Arpora-Nagoa Panchayat, Roshan Redkar, who had issued a trade license for the premises in 2013, said the club was run by Saurav Luthra, who had a dispute with his partner. There was a dispute between them, and they had filed a complaint against each other with the panchayat. We had inspected the premises and found that they did not have the permission to construct the club, he said. The panchayat had issued a demolition notice, which was stayed by officials of the Directorate of Panchayats, Redkar claimed. The chief minister stated that he was closely reviewing the situation arising from the tragic fire incident. All six injured persons are in a stable condition and are receiving the best medical care. I have ordered a magisterial inquiry into the entire incident to identify the cause and fix responsibility, he said. A preliminary inquiry has indicated that the fire started on the first floor of the club, and due to congestion and small doors, the customers could not move out, the CM said. Some of them rushed to the ground floor and got trapped there, he said. (With inputs from PTI) Goa nightclub tragedy: Fire erupted on dance floor, says eyewitness
Goa nightclub had no fire NOC, CM should resign: Congress
Panaji: Alleging that the nightclub gutted in a blaze in North Goa lacked mandatory permissions and NOC, the Congress on Sunday demanded resignation of Chief Minister Pramod Sawant over the tragedy. At least 25 persons died after a massive fire broke out at `Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub at Arpora around midnight. Congresss Goa desk 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 .
25 Killed in Goa Nightclub Blaze; PM, President Express Grief Over Mishap
Panaji, Dec 7: At least 25 persons were killed and six others injured in a massive fire that erupted after midnight on Sunday at a nightclub in North Goa, police said. Authorities, who had initially confirmed 23 deaths, later updated the toll to 25. The fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora [] The post 25 Killed in Goa Nightclub Blaze; PM, President Express Grief Over Mishap appeared first on Northlines .
Goa nightclub fire: Magisterial probe ordered; owner, general manager to be arrested, says state CM
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Sunday ordered a magisterial inquiry into the nightclub fire in Arpora that killed 25 people shortly after midnight. The blaze broke out at Birch by Romeo Lane, a popular venue in Arpora village near Panaji.
Goa nightclub fire: Magisterial probe ordered; FIR lodged against owner, GM
The popular party venue at Arpora village, located around 25 km from the state capital Panaji, opened last year
Women, tourists among 23 dead after cylinder blast sparks fire at Goa nightclub
At least 23 people were killed in a blaze at a nightclub in North Goa following a cylinder blast late on Saturday night. Most of the victims were kitchen staff, including three women, while three to four tourists were also among the dead. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who visited the site, told reporters that three people succumbed to burn injuries and the others died due to suffocation. Sawant said initial information suggested the nightclub had not complied with fire safety norms. The fire broke out shortly after midnight at Birch by Romeo Lane, a popular party venue in Arpora village, about 25 km from the state capital, Panaji. The club opened last year. We will take action against the club management and also against the officials who allowed it to operate despite flouting safety norms, Sawant said. This is an unfortunate incident during the peak tourist season in the coastal state, he said. We will conduct a detailed inquiry into the incident and stringent action will be taken against the guilty, the chief minister added. PM Narendra Modi said he was saddened by the Arpora nightclub blaze. The fire mishap in Arpora, Goa is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover at the earliest. Spoke to Goa CM Pramod Sawant about the situation. The state government is providing all possible assistance to those affected, he wrote on X. Goa police chief Alok Kumar said the fire was triggered by a cylinder blast. All the 23 bodies have been recovered from the premises and sent to the government medical college at Bambolim, local BJP MLA Michael Lobo said. Firefighters and police teams rushed to the scene and carried out rescue efforts through the night, Lobo told reporters. Lobo said officials would conduct a fire-safety audit of all clubs to ensure such incidents do not recur. The Calangute panchayat will issue notices to all nightclubs on Monday asking them to provide fire-safety permissions, the MLA said. He added that licences of clubs lacking the required permissions would be cancelled.
Goas ZPs are ineffective, butstepping stone for politicians
Soiru Velip Panaji As the state heads for the December 20 zilla panchayat elections, one incontrovertible fact remains firmly established: more than 25 years after their creation, both district panchayats are largely ineffective, with successive state governments reluctant to devolve meaningful powers to them. Despite their intended role as district-level rural governance bodies for North [] The post Goas ZPs are ineffective, butstepping stone for politicians appeared first on The Navhind Times .
2 men lose at least Rs 3.50 crin separate online frauds
Amresh Parab Panaji Online frauds continue to bleed Goans as two middle-aged men in two separate cases lost (combined) close to Rs 3.50 crore to fraudulent investment schemes. A 46-year-old businessman from Curchorem in South Goa lost Rs 2,82,91,443 after he was assured high returns on investment in gold mines and market trades, whereas in [] The post 2 men lose at least Rs 3.50 crin separate online frauds appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Nearly 58% of fishing boatsfitted with transponders
NT Reporter Panaji To instill a sense of safety and security among fishermen in deep sea, the Fisheries Department has managed to install transponders on nearly 58 per cent of the mechanised and motorised fishing boats in the state. The Centre has granted approval for the state to install transponders to 859 mechanised fishing boats [] The post Nearly 58% of fishing boatsfitted with transponders appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Cop wins natl award for efforts against Cambodia cyber slavery network
NT Reporter Panaji Goa cyber crime police inspector Deepak Pednekar has been awarded cyber cop of the year 2025 while the cyber crime police station Ribandar has been awarded the finalist award in excellence in capacity-building of law enforcement agencies category by the Data Security Council of India (DSCI). The awards were presented during a [] The post Cop wins natl award for efforts against Cambodia cyber slavery network appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa pushes Southeast Asia outreach with tourism roadshow in Malaysia
NT Reporter Panaji Strengthening Goas presence in the Southeast Asian market, the Tourism Department concluded its roadshow in KualaLumpur, Malaysia. Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte said, Goa is steadily emerging as a global destination driven by innovation, culture, and sustainability. This roadshow in Malaysia allowed us to present the new vibrancy of Goa, shaped by responsible [] The post Goa pushes Southeast Asia outreach with tourism roadshow in Malaysia appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Mission Rabies expands national training hub focused on skill devpt
NT Reporter Panaji Mission Rabies organised a national-level seminar on Friday, bringing together volunteers, education officers and field workers from across India. Director Dr Murugan Appupillai said the programme is expanding nationwide, with training designed to build both technical capability and personal development among those working in rabies control and dog-bite prevention. We not only [] The post Mission Rabies expands national training hub focused on skill devpt appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Dues wont block trade licence application,CCP tells High Court
NT Reporter Panaji In a writ petition filed before the High Court of Bombay at Goa regarding alleged arrears dating back nearly a decade, the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) informed the court that the dues claimed against the petitioner would not be recovered from him. The CCP further assured the court that [] The post Dues wont block trade licence application,CCP tells High Court appeared first on The Navhind Times .
14 IndiGo flights cancelled at Goas Dabolim airport
Panaji: At least 14 domestic flights of IndiGo from Goas Dabolim airport were cancelled on Saturday due to the ongoing disruption of the airlines operations, a senior official said. Several passengers were seen stranded outside the Dabolim airport, located in South Goa, as some of the cancellations were announced at the last minute. As per 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 .
Not just Panaji and Porvorim: Doctors flag statewide pollution-related health risks
Cooler temperatures, construction dust, traffic worsening air, say specialists Diana Fernandes Margao: While recent reports have highlighted deteriorating air quality in Panaji and Porvorim, doctors said several other urban and semi-urban parts of Goa are also showing worrying trends due to intensified construction, rising vehicle density, industrial pockets and cooler temperatures. Health professionals said that [] The post Not just Panaji and Porvorim: Doctors flag statewide pollution-related health risks appeared first on The Navhind Times .
2024 Mala pit death: GHRC blames rider for negligence
Panaji : The Goa Human Rights Commission (GHRC) has closed the suo motu proceeding initiated after the death of Ayush Halarnkar (21) who fell into an excavation pit at Mala, Panaji, during Smart City works on January 1, 2024. In its final order issued on December 5, the Commission held that no human rights violations [] The post 2024 Mala pit death: GHRC blames rider for negligence appeared first on The Navhind Times .
NH route through Ponda avoids heritage sites: Gadkari to Viriato
NT Reporter | Panaji Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, on Thursday, said that the alignment of the NH-748 section in Goa, including the stretch passing through Ponda taluka, has been designed to ensure no damage is done to religious and heritage structures along the route. In a reply tabled in the [] The post NH route through Ponda avoids heritage sites: Gadkari to Viriato appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Centre: No proposal to set up nuclear power plant in Goa
Panaji: Stating that there is currently no proposal to set up a nuclear power plant in Goa, the Union government has said that such a project may be considered in the future depending on its feasibility. In a written reply to a question tabled by South Goa MP Captain Viriato Fernandes in the Lok Sabha [] The post Centre: No proposal to set up nuclear power plant in Goa appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Illegal houses to be regularised under Mhaje Ghar scheme before 2027 polls
Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday announced that the unauthorised houses of the families availing the Mhaje Ghar scheme will be regularised by the 2027 assembly elections. Speaking at the launch of the poll campaign of BJPs Corlim zilla panchayat candidate Siddesh Shirpad Naik, the Chief Minister urged people to vote for a triple-engine [] The post Illegal houses to be regularised under Mhaje Ghar scheme before 2027 polls appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Egg prices shoot up, Xmas sweets likely to get costly
Goa lacks poultry farms, depends on Maha & Ktaka for supplies Panaji: Surging egg prices are likely to affect the cost of traditional Goan Christmas sweets, with rates expected to rise to between Rs 120 and Rs 130 per dozen. At present, eggs are selling at Rs 90 per dozen. Jaikrishna Naik, president, All Goa [] The post Egg prices shoot up, Xmas sweets likely to get costly appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa Post pushes e-payments of premiums to cut queues
Panaji: The Department of Posts, Goa division, has urged all Postal Life Insurance (PLI) and Rural Postal Life Insurance (RPLI) customers to adopt digital payment options for faster, easier and more secure premium payments. Officials said digital payment channels offer 247 access, help customers avoid long queues, and allow timely deposits without visiting a post [] The post Goa Post pushes e-payments of premiums to cut queues appeared first on The Navhind Times .
ED attaches 19 land parcels worth Rs 1,268.63 crore
NT Reporter Panaji The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Panaji zonal office, which is probing money laundering angle in the alleged multi-crore land fraud, has provisionally attached 19 immovable properties admeasuring over 5 lakh square metres in premium locations such as Anjuna, Assagao, Ucassaim and other areas. The properties are valued at approximately Rs 1,268.63 crore. ED [] The post ED attaches 19 land parcels worth Rs 1,268.63 crore appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Panaji turns to communitypolicing to beef up safety
NT Reporter Panaji Aiming at creating a safe and secure environment for the citizens of the capital city of Panaji, the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP) Mayor Rohit Monserrate has decided to initiate community policing, which will be carried out in association with the Goa police. Monserrate said the initiative will begin on [] The post Panaji turns to communitypolicing to beef up safety appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Unified GIS platform on anvilfor environmental monitoring
Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji The state is planning a cutting-edge, integrated environmental monitoring and governance platform to unify multiple agencies to improve decision-making and ecological protection. The Goa Coastal and Environment Management Society (GCEMS) has initiated work on an Integrated GIS-Based Decision Support System (DSS) that will bring six key regulatory bodies onto a single [] The post Unified GIS platform on anvilfor environmental monitoring appeared first on The Navhind Times .
The complaint against Ranveer Singh has been submitted by Hindu Janajagruti Samiti in Panaji police station after the Dhurandhar actor imitated Rishab Shetty's Kantara act and called Chamundi Daiva female ghost at the closing ceremong of the 56th IFFI held in Goa.
Hindu outfit submits complaint to Goa cops over Ranveer Singhs Chamundadevi remarks
PANAJI, Dec 1: The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) on Monday submitted a complaint to police against actor Ranveer Singh alleging he insulted Goddess Chamundadevi during the closing ceremony of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) held in Goa. According to the complaint, Singh had imitated on stage the divine form of a deity portrayed in the Kannada film Kantara-Chapter 1 and referred to Chamundi Daiva, revered by the Kotitulu community, as a female ghost. HJS representatives Pramod Tuyekar [] The post Hindu outfit submits complaint to Goa cops over Ranveer Singhs Chamundadevi remarks appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
90K voters marked as absent, shifted, dead or duplicate: CEO
2.20 lakh people in Goa couldnt be mapped to 2002 electoral roll Panaji : Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Goa, Sanjay Goel on Sunday said that 1,787 people have been identified as duplicate voters in the state who are among 90,000 electors marked as absent, shifted, dead or duplicate. Addressing a press conference, CEO said, 96.5 [] The post 90K voters marked as absent, shifted, dead or duplicate: CEO appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Stakeholders: Tourist footfall seen only during weekend
Panaji: As the state gears up for the influx of tourists from this month, small and medium hoteliers have said they are seeing tourist footfall only during the weekend. Bookings are there but hotels are not full during the week days and the clientele is not of good quality. Their spending capacity is low, rued [] The post Stakeholders: Tourist footfall seen only during weekend appeared first on The Navhind Times .
575 artistes to bring alive ancient theatrical traditions at Partagali
Panaji: The 550th anniversary celebrations of Shree Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Partagali Math will be held from November 27 to December 7, with various religious and cultural programs. As part of the celebrations, a special cultural program, Nandi Darshan, will be held on Tuesday at 7.30 pm at Jevottam Mandap, Partagali. This program is inspired by [] The post 575 artistes to bring alive ancient theatrical traditions at Partagali appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Bardez tops HIV+ cases as state sees 237 infections in 10 months
Padmavati Prabhu Panaji : Goa reported 237 HIV+ cases between January and October 2025, with over 70 per cent of them being males, statistics released by the Goa State AIDS Control Society (GSACS) stated. Of the total cases detected, the sexual route remained the predominant mode of transmission, accounting for 223 cases (97.8%). This was [] The post Bardez tops HIV+ cases as state sees 237 infections in 10 months appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Artistes perform during the closing ceremony of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)
Artistes perform during the closing ceremony of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), in Panaji, Goa, on Friday. (PTI)
Goa police block 507 websites, 767 scam-linked phone numbers
NT Reporter Panaji As part of a crackdown on cyber criminals, Goa cyber crime police has initiated 660 takedown requests this year against various online fraud platforms and this includes 507 websites, 151 social media accounts and two malicious mobile applications. Besides, 767 scam-linked mobile numbers have been successfully blocked in coordination with telecom service [] The post Goa police block 507 websites, 767 scam-linked phone numbers appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Dabolim man loses Rs 49 lakh in online investment scam
NT Reporter Panaji In yet another online investment scam, a man from Dabolim in South Goa reportedly lost over Rs 49 lakh after he was tricked by fraudsters to invest in an IPO (Initial Public Offering), promising high returns. Police said the incident occurred between August and October 2025. Explaining the modus operandi, police said [] The post Dabolim man loses Rs 49 lakh in online investment scam appeared first on The Navhind Times .
ZP elections: Model Code of Conduct comes into force
NT Reporter Panaji With the State Election Commission Saturday announcing the schedule for the general elections to the North Goa and South Goa Zilla Panchayats (ZP), which will be held on December 20, the Model Code of Conduct has come into force in all the panchayat areas of the state. Both the ZP bodies have [] The post ZP elections: Model Code of Conduct comes into force appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Bid to attack couple nearcity market
NT Reporter Panaji In a shocking incident, a man reportedly tried to attack a couple walking along the road near Panaji market area Saturday evening and ran into an abandoned dilapidated two-storey house, a few metres away from the crime scene. A team of Panaji police conducted a search but the man could not be [] The post Bid to attack couple nearcity market appeared first on The Navhind Times .
PM: Partagali Math isguiding centre for people
Special Correspondent Panaji Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math has weathered countless storms of time as the eras changed, ages shifted and the nation as well as the society underwent many transformations. Amidst changing times and challenges, without losing its direction, the Math emerged as a [] The post PM: Partagali Math isguiding centre for people appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Vietnamese film Skin of Youthbags Golden Peacock at 56th IFFI
NT Reporter Panaji Curtains came down on the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in the city on Friday with the organisation of a glittering awards ceremony in the evening. The Golden Peacock for the Best Feature Film was awarded to Vietnamese film Skin of Youth, directed by Ashleigh Mayfair. In the Silver Peacock [] The post Vietnamese film Skin of Youthbags Golden Peacock at 56th IFFI appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Fewer takers for Goas mining dumps
NT Reporter Panaji The state governments plan to auction mining dumps got off to a modest start with 40 companies coming forward to purchase tender documents by paying a fee of Rs one lakh per iron ore dump. The Directorate of Mines and Geology (DMG) had set November 19 as the last date for the [] The post Fewer takers for Goas mining dumps appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Govt cuts time limit for grant of sanads from 60 to 45 days
NT Reporter | Panaji The state cabinet on Thursday approved an amendment to the Goa Land Revenue Code, 1968, reducing the time limit for granting sanads from 60 days to 45 days. As per the current provision under Section 32(3) of the Code, Collector is required to take a decision on an application within 60 [] The post Govt cuts time limit for grant of sanads from 60 to 45 days appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Cabinet replaces imprisonment with fines for 28 minor offences
NT Reporter | Panaji The state government has advanced its legal reform agenda by approving sweeping changes under the Jan Vishwas initiative, converting imprisonment clauses in 28 state Acts into monetary penalties. The state cabinet has cleared amendments under the Goa Jan Vishwas initiative to decriminalise minor offences in 28 laws by replacing imprisonment provisions [] The post Cabinet replaces imprisonment with fines for 28 minor offences appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Modi to unveil worlds largest Ram statue at Partagali Math today
Special Correspondent | Panaji Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil the iconic 77-foot-tall towering bronze statue of Shree Ram, which stands at the entrance of the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math, in commemoration of Sardha Panchashatamanotsava the 550-year celebrations of the Math tradition. The Prime Minister will also meet Shreemad Vidyadheesh Teertha [] The post Modi to unveil worlds largest Ram statue at Partagali Math today appeared first on The Navhind Times .
DGP urges stricter tenant & employee verification
NT Reporter | Panaji In view of the recent dacoities, Director General of Police (DGP) Alok Kumar said the police are working to strengthen preventive measures, including community policing. He also said that it is impractical to say criminal activities will end. Kumar said tenant verification and employee verification remain critical. We request the public [] The post DGP urges stricter tenant & employee verification appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Bangladesh natls behind Dona Paula, Mapusa dacoities not linked: DGP
NT Reporter | Panaji Bangladesh nationals involved in the Dona Paula and Mapusa dacoities were not from the same groups, said Director General of Police (DGP) Alok Kumar. He said that they fled to their country after committing the crimes. He denied any link between Bangladeshi nationals and the Baina dacoity case. The previous incidents [] The post Bangladesh natls behind Dona Paula, Mapusa dacoities not linked: DGP appeared first on The Navhind Times .
17 Goa accidents claim 18 lives in Oct
NT Reporter | Panaji Seventeen fatal accidents claimed 18 lives across the state in October, states the monthly motor accident statistics released by the Directorate of Transport. As per the data, North Goa reported eight fatal crashes, while South Goa registered nine. The fatalities included nine riders and three pillion riders. One driver also lost [] The post 17 Goa accidents claim 18 lives in Oct appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Nayak familys ex-employee mastermind of Baina dacoity
NT Reporter | Panaji Bringing a disturbing trend to the fore, Goa police on Thursday said a former employee of the Nayak family is the mastermind in the Baina dacoity case. The investigation has established that the accused, all originating from Balasore district in Odisha, had adopted a planned modus operandi. The accused would seek [] The post Nayak familys ex-employee mastermind of Baina dacoity appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Cash-for-jobs: No evidence to support Poojas claims, say cops
NT Reporter | Panaji Crime Branch police have found no substantive evidence to support allegations made by one of the main accused in the cash-for-job scam, Pooja Naik, who had said that two senior government servants were involved. Sources said an FIR against the two officials is unlikely as the inquiry is almost complete and [] The post Cash-for-jobs: No evidence to support Poojas claims, say cops appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Fear of displacement over tiger reserve palpable among locals
Cooperation of communities vital: CEC Panaji: The Central Empowered Committee (CEC), appointed by the Supreme Court to ascertain the ground level situation with regard to the proposed tiger reserve in Goa, has said in its report that there is strong apprehension among the local population that declaration of the tiger reserve may result in their [] The post Fear of displacement over tiger reserve palpable among locals appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Goa likely to see decline in habitats of venomous snakes by mid-century
Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji : A study has projected that Goa, along with several southern states, may witness a decline in suitable habitats for Indias major venomous snakes by mid- and late-century, while northern and central India could see a sharp rise in snake presence and associated snakebite risks. Published in Scientific Reports, the study [] The post Goa likely to see decline in habitats of venomous snakes by mid-century appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Helmetless riders top 1.8 lakh traffic offences from Jan to Oct
Across 62 categories, fines cross Rs 13 crore as violations average 600 per day Panaji: On an average, nearly 600 traffic violations were reported per day in the state over the last 10 months. As per traffic violation statistics, from January to October, Goa Police booked 1,80,412 traffic violations, generating over Rs 13.17 crore in [] The post Helmetless riders top 1.8 lakh traffic offences from Jan to Oct appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Govt expedites process to set up Davorlim integrated school complex
Project planned on 1.17 lakh sqm of land; no decision yet on number of institutions Padmavati Prabhu Panaji: The state government has expedited the process to create an integrated school complex at Davorlim on a plot admeasuring 1.17 lakh sqm. The chief architect has submitted different plans for the proposed educational hub which the Directorate [] The post Govt expedites process to set up Davorlim integrated school complex appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Expert panel screens 26 startup applications for seed funding
NT Reporter | Panaji As many as 26 startup applications came up for evaluation before the expert committee of the Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (DITE&C), which held its 10th meeting recently for the sanctioning of incentives under the Seed Fund Grant Scheme of the Goa Startup Policy. The meeting, held at the [] The post Expert panel screens 26 startup applications for seed funding appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Energy conservation not just a choice, its a responsibility: Naik
NT Reporter | Panaji In an era where climate change and resource depletion threaten our planet, energy conservation is not just a choice; it is a responsibility, stated Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shripad Naik. Naik was speaking at State Level Painting Competition on Energy Conservation 2025, organised [] The post Energy conservation not just a choice, its a responsibility: Naik appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Russias Esipenko becomes third Candidates qualifier; FIDE WC final to be decided in tiebreak
Panaji, Nov 25: Grandmaster Andrey Esipenko of Russia registered crushing back-to-back wins over Uzbekistans Nodirbek Yakubboev in the third-place match, while Chinas Wei Yi will fight it out against the other Uzbek Javokhir Sindarov in the tiebreak on Wednesday to decide the FIDE World Cup champion. Esipenko, representing the FIDE flag here, continued his dominant []
Police crack Baina dacoity, arrest 5 accused outside state
Substantial recovery made, says DGP Panaji: Goa police have cracked the Baina dacoity case, with cops nabbing five accused at a location outside the state. Director General of Police Alok Kumar confirmed the arrests on Tuesday. He said that a substantial recovery has been made in the case and the accused are being brought to [] The post Police crack Baina dacoity, arrest 5 accused outside state appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Study on Western Ghats warns of decline in ecological productivity
Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji : A study spanning over two decades has uncovered a paradox in the Western Ghats forest productivity is declining even as the forest cover expands, with Goa, Gujarat and Maharashtra showing concerning trends in the northern region of this critical biodiversity hotspot. The research, conducted by Sanjay Kumar, Jyothika Karkala, [] The post Study on Western Ghats warns of decline in ecological productivity appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Patients gain as physiotherapy service reaches their doorsteps
Panaji: More than 40 to 50 home-based patients, many of them senior citizens, have sought assistance from Goas expanding network of free doorstep medical and physiotherapy services, with health professionals now travelling across the state to provide treatment directly at peoples homes. Commissioner for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Guruprasad Pawaskar, said the initiative [] The post Patients gain as physiotherapy service reaches their doorsteps appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Karnataka trawler seized off Vasco for fishing in Goan waters
Panaji: The Fisheries Department on Tuesday seized a trawler from Malpe, Karnataka which was fishing in Goan territorial waters. This is the seventh trawler seized by the department during the current season. A Fisheries Department official informed that the six-member team of the Department had gone for patrolling in the Goan territorial waters from Panaji [] The post Karnataka trawler seized off Vasco for fishing in Goan waters appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Ladakhi Film Kakthet Win Top Prize In The NFDC Waves Film Bazaar
Panaji, Nov 25: Ladakhi film project Kakthet (Idiot), directed by Stenzin Tankong, won the top prize in the co-production features category at the NFDC Waves Film Bazaar, which was held here alongside the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). Produced by Ritu Sarin, Tenzing Sonam and Rajesh Thanickan, Tankyongs Kakthet won USD 10,000 grant, while Paromita Dhars Ulta (Madam) won a grant of USD 5,000 at the Film Bazaar. Sarin, who is also the force behind the popular Dharamshala [] The post Ladakhi Film Kakthet Win Top Prize In The NFDC Waves Film Bazaar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
TCP approves additional land conversions for Zuari Industries
NT Reporter | Panaji The Town and Country Planning Department has approved the conversion of another 2 lakh sqm of land belonging to Zuari Industries Limited from industrial to settlement zone. A notification issued by Chief Town Planner Vertika Dagur on November 19 said the department has approved and recommended a change of zone for [] The post TCP approves additional land conversions for Zuari Industries appeared first on The Navhind Times .
GMC, GDC PG seats: Cong protests delay in quota notification
NT Reporter | Panaji Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said Goa has always prioritised the welfare, dignity and empowerment of persons with disabilities (PwDs) while speaking at the Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids and Appliances camp held recently at Ravindra Bhavan, Sankhali. Sawant said the initiative ensures that assistive devices and support systems [] The post GMC, GDC PG seats: Cong protests delay in quota notification appeared first on The Navhind Times .
SC-appointed panel suggeststiger reserve for Goa in 2 phases
NT Reporter | Panaji Recommending that a tiger reserve be notified in Goa within the next three months, the Supreme Court-appointed Central Empowered Committee (CEC) has suggested that the proposed tiger reserve be introduced in the state in two phases. In a report submitted to the apex court on November 21, 2025, the CEC has [] The post SC-appointed panel suggeststiger reserve for Goa in 2 phases appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Thunderstorm with lightning surprises parts of Goa
NT Reporter | Panaji A brief but intense spell of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and light rain swept across several parts of Goa on Monday night, surprising residents. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) attributed the sudden development to moisture incursion from the Arabian Sea and an upper-air trough extending across the KonkanGoa region, which increased [] The post Thunderstorm with lightning surprises parts of Goa appeared first on The Navhind Times .
`4cr online fraud: 2nd accused traced to Kolhapur, arrested
NT Reporter | Panaji Goa cyber crime police, probing the biggest online fraud in Goa involving an amount of Rs 4.74 crore, have arrested second accused Suraj Eknath Savat in connection with the case. Savat is a native of Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Police said a retired employee from Tiswadi, aged 72, lost the money to a [] The post `4cr online fraud: 2nd accused traced to Kolhapur, arrested appeared first on The Navhind Times .
SC-appointed panel suggests tiger reserve for Goa in 2 phases
Netravali, Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuaries proposed as core areas Panaji: Recommending that a tiger reserve be notified in Goa within the next three months, the Supreme Court-appointed Central Empowered Committee (CEC) has suggested that the proposed tiger reserve be introduced in the state in two phases. In a report submitted to the apex court on November [] The post SC-appointed panel suggests tiger reserve for Goa in 2 phases appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Police register FIR against organisers of notorious event
Panaji: Panaji police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against founder of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and founder of Osho Ludhiana Meditation Society for insulting the religious faith of Catholic community. The founders of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and Osho Ludhiana Meditation Society are the organisers of the proposed event Tales of Kamasutra and Christmas Celebration, [] The post Police register FIR against organisers of notorious event appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Counselling a boon to many Goa school students
Panaji: Playing a crucial role in supporting students by providing them with a safe space to express their feelings, counselling has emerged as a boon to many students in the state who are struggling to cope with the difficulties in their school life. Over 60% of the cases handled by counsellors in schools across the [] The post Counselling a boon to many Goa school students appeared first on The Navhind Times .
