Monthly Archives: July 2016

State readies to host first-ever bird festival

Another avenue being thrown open without much though from Arlekar. There is absolutely no planning that goes on with this government. Someone thinks of making a fast buck and the government buys it thoughtlessly   Preparations are on to hold … Continue reading →

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Monsoon arrival ushers in whitewater rafting

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Monsoon-arrival-ushers-in-whitewater-rafting/articleshow/53051661.cms Whitewater rafting, the best monsoon activity in Goa that draws thousands of watersports enthusiasts has finally resumed in the River Mhadei after a delayed monsoon. The river rafting facility will be available from July to October 2016, subject to availability … Continue reading →

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Govt may give more time to Mopa airport RFP bidders

The state government is comtemplating an extension to bidders for the submission of request for proposal (RFP) to construct the greenfield internationalairport at Mopa. With the last date for submitting RFP being July 11, only two of the five bidders … Continue reading →

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Chorao wants offshore casino removed

Is the government going to listen to the people ? http://www.epaperoheraldo.in/Details.aspx?id=21664&boxid=134938336&uid=&dat=7/5/2016

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SOWS want separate policy for new comers

Shack owners put their demands to the government.

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Proposed museum at Aguada jail will not benefit tourism –

Another of Nilesh Cabral’s money scheming projects. It will only benefit is pocket and is not a viable tourism option. While the prison no longer houses inmates since May 30, 2015 as prisoners were shifted to the new jail at … Continue reading →

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