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‘People’s Charter’ gives voice to Goans involved in tourism

Posted on September 28, 2017 by crtgoa9020

Times of India’s coverage of the CRT’s 10th Anniversary celebrations. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/peoples-charter-gives-voice-to-goans-involved-in-tourism/articleshow/60862646.cms North Goa collector Nila Mohanan highlighted the importance of “diverging from run of the mill, mainstream tourism and moving towards alternative and responsible tourism”. She was speaking at World Tourism Day, … Continue reading →

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State bags two national tourism awards

Posted on September 28, 2017 by crtgoa9020

It should be a matter of serious inquiry by discerning citizens as to how Goa gets undeserved awards . There are lobbies that work to make these awards possible and the truth about tourism in Goa is crystal clear. Goa … Continue reading →

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Offshore casinos get 6 month extension

Posted on September 28, 2017 by crtgoa9020

The Parrikar led government seems hell bent to let casinos stay permanently. This time Parrikar says that they should be given an extension of 6 months till the government comes up with a policy for relocation.

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Study damage down by lucky 7

Posted on September 28, 2017 by crtgoa9020

NIO has made a legitimate ask from the state government: Carry out an EIA and assess the environmental damage that lucky 7 has caused to the beach and to the river Mandovi.   Does this government has what it takes … Continue reading →

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Lucky 7 stays, salvage operations to resume next month.

Posted on September 26, 2017 by crtgoa9020

Lucky 7 salvage operations to resume next month. The owners now have something to tell the court at its next hearing. That they tried to move it and yet again it hit a sand bar. For how long will the … Continue reading →

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State yet to decide on lokayukta advice on beach cleaning scam

Posted on September 26, 2017 by crtgoa9020

The Ombudsman has recommended re-opening probe on beach cleaning scam. however the government seems to be dragging its feet on taking a decision. Is it because they already know the truth behind the matter? If the government feels that this … Continue reading →

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