A boy looks on as it snows in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday. Tourist destinations like Pahalgam Sonamarg and Zojila as also Budgam, Gurez, Bandipora, Ganderbal and other places received snowfall. The post A snowy day appeared first on The Navhind Times .

New Delhi: The Centre has decided against conducting the medical entrance exam NEET-UG in online mode for now, and announced on Thursday that it will continue to be conducted in pen and paper mode. The decision comes after detailed deliberations between education and health ministries on whether to conduct the NEET-UG in pen and paper [] The post NEET-UG to continue in pen and paper mode appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Bengaluru: In a major boost to Indias ambitious future space missions, ISRO on Thursday successfully performed the docking of satellites as part of the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) and announced that post docking, control of two satellites as a single object was also achieved. India docked its name in space history! Good Morning India ISROs [] The post ISRO successfully conducts space-docking test of satellites appeared first on The Navhind Times .

India eyes landing astronaut on moon New Delhi: The government on Thursday approved setting up of a third launch pad at Sriharikota to send heavier spacecraft in orbit as it aims to build a space station, carry out human spaceflight Gaganyaan and land an astronaut on the moon. The third launch pad will be built [] The post Union cabinet nod to build 3rd launch pad at Sriharikota appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Many state-owned organisations to follow panels suggestions New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday approved setting up of 8th Pay Commission to revise salaries of nearly 50 lakh central government employees and allowances of 65 lakh pensioners. The chairman and two members of the Commission will be appointed soon, I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told [] The post Nod for 8th Pay Commission, to benefit 1.15 cr employees appeared first on The Navhind Times .

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 .

Mumbai: Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan was repeatedly stabbed by an intruder in his high-rise apartment in upscale Bandra early Thursday and rushed to hospital with the blade still lodged in his spine, an audacious attack that raises intriguing questions about security and celebrity life in the financial and showbiz hub. The 54-year-old, who received [] The post Actor Saif Ali Khan stabbed at home by intruder appeared first on The Navhind Times .

New Delhi: India has been ranked the second after the US among the worlds most prepared job markets for future in-demand skills including in the key areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital and green sectors, according to the QS World Future Skills Index 2025. The first Future Skills Index was released on Thursday by London-based [] The post India worlds second most ready job market for AI appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Carmel College of Arts, Science, and Commerce for Women, Nuvem, was recently declared the winner of Veritas Mentis 2025, a one-day, state-level inter-disciplinary intercollegiate event, hosted by the undergraduate and postgraduate departments of psychology at St. Xaviers College, Mapusa. The event witnessed a total of 10 students from the postgraduate Department of Psychology (Co-Ed) showcasing [] The post Carmel College triumphs at Veritas Mentis appeared first on The Navhind Times .

The new schemes can make a big difference in the sector if their efficacy is high The Goa governments department of information technology yesterday notified schemes announced under the 2018-initiated Goa IT Policy. For those in the sectorthe many youths who have invested a quarter of their young lives in mastering this field and those [] The post Making IT happen appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Blazes in forests rely on three key elements to spread: conducive weather, dry fuel and an ignition source. Each of these factors has undergone pronounced changes in recent decades Investigators are trying to determine what caused several wind-driven wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes across the Los Angeles area in January 2025. Given the [] The post A peep into devastating wildfires 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 .

Arun, Franky strike on each in their 2-1 victory against Guardian Angel SC Mapusa: Geno FC edged out Guardian Angel 2-1 in the Goa Professional League at Duler Stadium, Mapusa on Thursday. Geno broke the deadlock early in the second half when Arun Naik capitalized on a loose ball following a failed interception by GASC [] The post Geno FC climb to second position appeared first on The Navhind Times .

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 .

Orange, a childrens book by Gitanjali Kerkar celebrates the themes of individuality and self-acceptance. NT KURIOCITY gets details RAMANDEEP KAUR | NT KURIOCITY A scientist and childrens book author Gitanjali Kerkar, grew up in Saligao, surrounded by a family of artists and doctors, giving her a unique blend of artistic and scientific influence. She pursued [] The post The importance of being different appeared first on The Navhind Times .

The Dalgado Konknni Akademi is set to host the 8th Konkani (Romi Lipi) Writers Conference on January 12, at Fr. Agnel College of Arts and Commerce in Pilar. The conference will run from 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will feature two sessions. Director of the Thomas Stephens Konknni Kendr in Porvorim, Pandurang Phaldesai, will [] The post 8th Konkani (Romi Lipi) Writers Conference on Jan 12 appeared first on The Navhind Times .

The students and teachers of PM Shri GHS Morpirla recently participated in the Prashikshan Yatra, an educational tour to Hyderabad organised by the Directorate of Tribal Welfare Goa. The tour began with a visit to the Nehru Zoological Park, where students gaining a deeper understanding of wildlife. They then visited The Birla Science Museum, featuring [] The post Learning and adventure appeared first on The Navhind Times .

The 21st edition of the annual Bal Mela was held at the Big Foot Sanskritti Kendra in Loutolim, in partnership with the Jan Ugahi Trust and the Big Foot Charitable Trust. The event attracted 1,796 attendees, including children from economically disadvantaged communities, differently-abled children, orphanages, and a large group of Adivasis. Volunteers from HSS institutions, [] The post A day of fun and empowerment appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Staff Reporter Panaji Two traffic signals along the Dayanand Bandodkar Marg in Panaji had to be turned off months ago as the traffic chaos only worsened at two crucial spots on the thoroughfare. A senior police officer said the road width is not enough and the signals at the Customs House junction and another near [] The post After congestion chaos, police turn off 2 traffic signals in city appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Staff Reporter Vasco With the state BJP set to get a new president, Transport Minister and Dabolim MLA Mauvin Godinho said the incumbent president Sadanand Shet Tanavade should continue in his post as no other candidate is better than or equal to him. Any changes can be risky for the party in 2027 state elections, [] The post Change in guard could prove risky for party in 2027 polls: Godinho appeared first on The Navhind Times .

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 .

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 .

Staff Reporter Pernem The material recovery facility (MRF) shed of the Revora panchayat caught fire causing a loss of Rs 3 lakh. The incident took place late Friday night. The shed was being used to segregate dry waste ofthe panchayat. The fire spread towards the library which is in the panchayat office building. The library [] The post Revora waste shed goes up in flames, loss pegged at Rs 3 lakh appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Staff Reporter Margao Margao municipality councillor Sweta S Lotlikar was elected unopposed as president of BJPs Fatorda mandal on Saturday. The announcement was made during a gathering where party leaders urged workers to unite and work towards securing a victory in the constituency in the upcoming elections. Former deputy chief minister Chandrakant Babu Kavlekar, who [] The post Sweta Lotlikar elected BJPs Fatorda mandal president appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Staff Reporter Old Goa Thousands of Goan pilgrims patiently waited in queues, along with other visitors, early Saturday morning to pay their respects to the relics of Saint Francis Xavier for the final time on January 4, marking the conclusion of the Exposition. This is my fourth visit here. Today signifies the culmination of the [] The post Surge in visitors on last day of veneration appeared first on The Navhind Times .

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 .

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 .

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 .

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 .

Staff Reporter Vasco Benfica YC edged out United YC Bogmalo in the GFA Second Division League at Tilak Maidan, Vasco on Thursday. Bogmalo opened their scoring through Valroy Dias in the 19th minute putting his side ahead before halftime. In the second half Benfica levelled the playing field through Sahil Bhiungade. However, Bogmalo strukc once [] The post United YC Bogmalo edge out Benfica YC appeared first on The Navhind Times .

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 .

Staff Reporter Arlem MLT CC secured a 20-run victory over Mapusa Dream Crushers in the Sarsangan Super Series at Arlem cricket ground o. The win propelled MLT to third in the standings witheight points. Batting first, MLT posted a competitive 165/7 in 20 overs, powered by a strong collective effort. Team owner Siddhesh Sinai Amonkar [] The post MLT, Avengers claim victories appeared first on The Navhind Times .

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 .

Staff Reporter Benaulim Livval SA sailed past Guardian Angel SC 12-0 in the 8th GFA Vedanta Womens League at SAG ground, Benaulim on Thursday. Livvals Karen was the star of the match netting five goals while Nevilla scored a four goal haul. Prissy, Aniela and Jossel scored one each to complete the rout. At Poriat [] The post Karen shines for Livval SA appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Staff Reporter Panaji FC Goa are thrilled to announce the return of forward Aaren DSilva, on a short-term deal that will see him wear the Clubs iconic orange till the end of the ongoing 2024-25 season. Its always an honour to play for FC Goa, Aaren expressed, after putting pen to paper for the Gaurs. [] The post Aaren returns to FC Goa appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Staff Reporter Quepem Aryan Raikar emerged as the undisputed champion in the QTCA All Goa Open Blitz Chess Tournament, organized by the Quepem Taluka Chess Association in association with the Government College, Quepem. He clinched the title with an impressive 8 points out of 9 rounds. His performance included a victory against the top seed, [] The post Aryan Raikar wins QTCA Blitz chess appeared first on The Navhind Times .

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 .

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 .

NT KURIOCITY The fast growth of artificial intelligence (AI) has raised important questions about its role in todays world. At Samriddhi 2024, the annual international business symposium organised by the Goa Institute of Management (GIM) in Sanquelim, experts highlighted the need to see AI as a partner rather than a rival. Make AI your companion, [] The post Exploring AI and innovation appeared first on The Navhind Times .

IANS California Of all the rich and powerful people cosying up to US President-elect Donald Trump, few have rushed to Mar-a-Lago faster than the crowned heads of big tech, including Californias own chiefs of Google and Meta, local media reported. And few have a stronger motive to curry Trumps favour than Silicon Valley: the fate [] The post H-1B visas essential for US Californias tech titans: Report appeared first on The Navhind Times .

AP Kyiv Ukraine on Wednesday halted Russian gas supplies to European customers through its pipeline network after a prewar transit deal expired at the end of last year. Ukraines energy minister, Herman Halushchenko, confirmed on Wednesday morning that Kyiv had stopped the transit in the interest of national security. This is a historic event. Russia [] The post Ukraine halts Russian gas transit to Europe appeared first on The Navhind Times .

IANS New Delhi India on Wednesday called for an early release and repatriation of civilian prisoners, including fishermen along with their boats, and missing Indian defence personnel from Pakistans custody. As both countries exchanged through diplomatic channels simultaneously at New Delhi and Islamabad the lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen in each others [] The post Pak told to expedite release and repatriation of Indian prisoners appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Goa needs to celebrate its renowned musicians in a big way Festivities are in the air, and it is the perfect time to remember the precious yet endangered species known as the Goan musician. Over the decades, this individual from this small region has earned considerable name and fame for the state in ways that [] The post Let the music play appeared first on The Navhind Times .

The adage You reap, what you sow has been proven right in the context of the recent escalation of violence between Afghanistan and Pakistan. For decades, Pakistan nurtured the Taliban for strategic reasons. So, what are the reasons behind this increased tension between two neighbours, threatening tenuous peace in the region? The once hunky-dory relationship [] The post New low in Kabul-Islamabad ties appeared first on The Navhind Times .

For Brand Goa to sustain, the state needs to plan properly for December festivities As the festive mood continues in the state, tourists have come in hordes to usher in the New Year. The Sunburn music festival ended yesterday and once again it was in the news for wrong reasons. In the last few years, [] The post Celebrations galore appeared first on The Navhind Times .

These are the very qualities that have all but disappeared from the treasury benches since economist Dr Manmohan Singh left office as prime minister in 2014 The fulsome and whole-hearted tributes pouring in for Dr Manmohan Singh, who died last week at age 92, tell us about the man and the leader that the former [] The post Cherishing the idea of grace appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Lyon, Boland frustrate India as Australia extend lead to 333 at stumps on Day 4 Melbourne: Jasprit Bumrah left the hosts in a daze with a dream spell but the courageous Australian lower order steered the side to a commanding 333-run lead on Sunday, setting up the Boxing Day Test for an intriguing last-day finish. [] The post MCG Test tantalisingly poised appeared first on The Navhind Times .

With hearts broken on the west side, Goa failed to qualify for the knockout stages of the Santosh Trophy. With just one win and scoring only four goals across five matches, the campaign left fans searching for answers. Despite boasting some prominent names, including the Goa Pro Leagues top scorer, the team struggled to find [] The post What Went Wrong for Goa? appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Hyderabad: West Bengal and Kerala will face off in the final of the 78th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy after dominant semifinal wins in Hyderabad on Sunday. West Bengal defeated defending champions Services 4-2 to secure their 47th final appearance. Manotos Maji opened the scoring in the 16th minute, capitalizing on a defensive [] The post Bengal, Kerala set up Santosh Trophy final appeared first on The Navhind Times .

Navelim: Fatima Convent HS, Margao triumphed in the South District Boys U-14 Basketball Tournament organised by DSYA at Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim. In the finals, they defeated Vidya Vikas Academy 28-6 and are now qualified to play for the state championship. The team included Ace Moraes, Analee Cardozo, Riana DCosta, Kaya Coutinho, Sarah Albuquerque, [] The post Fatima CHS triumph in basketball appeared first on The Navhind Times .