Goa

Economy

Goa ranks second in Niti Aayog fiscal health Index 2026 — Which is No 1?

Goa has secured the second position in the Niti Aayog Fiscal Health Index 2026, showcasing its fiscal prowess alongside Odisha, the top performer. This report underscores the importance of effective fiscal management amid economic shocks. Know No 1 state?

2 min read13 Mar 2026
News

Viksit Bharat–G RAM G will boost jobs, assets and accountability in villages: Goa CM Pramod Sawant

Goa CM Pramod Sawant said the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme would enhance rural employment and infrastructure without undermining MGNREGA. This initiative aims to create lasting assets and opportunities, but faces criticism from the Opposition, he said.

2 min read13 Jan 2026
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Credit linkage worth ₹365 crore empowered Goa women SHGs as entrepreneurs: CM Pramod Sawant

A significant credit linkage of ₹365 crore has empowered thousands of women in Goa, enabling them to start small enterprises and engage in service-based businesses, chief minister Pramod Sawant said on July 1.

1 min read1 Jul 2025
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‘Not Modi’s idea of India': French actor says she was held hostage at Goa house

A French actor has claimed that she was held hostage at her bungalow. She has now left the property

1 min read3 Feb 2023
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Goa govt expects 81 lakh tourists this season, at par with pre-pandemic time

As per the state government's projection, the tourist numbers would reach the 2019 level, touching the 81 lakh- or 8.1 million-mark

1 min read13 Dec 2022
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Sonali Phogat: Drug peddler detained as mystery intensifies over BJP leader’s death

In the Sonali Phogat case, murder charges have been filed against two while a drug peddler have been detained.

2 min read27 Aug 2022
News

Goa announces new rules for travel; entry into theatres, casinos. Details here

Only those who are fully vaccinated or those with a Covid negative certificate can enter the state.

1 min read29 Dec 2021
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Goa extends Covid-19 curfew till September 6

Goa Covid update: There are 945 active coronavirus cases in the state

1 min read30 Aug 2021
Lounge

Going beyond the Goan 'choris'

There’s much more to the Indian sausage story than this cult ‘desi’ delicacy

5 min read7 Aug 2021
Lounge

How ‘feni’ is moving from homes to bars in Goa

Goans have always treasured the spirit but ‘feni’ has taken a severe beating in the past. Now, a new generation is showcasing it

5 min read26 Jun 2021