Goa coast put on alert following LeT threat

Goa was put on alert following intelligence inputs about a possible terror attack on the coastal state by Lashkar-e-Toiba.

Goa Governor worried over rising crime against women, children

Goa Governor BV Wanchoo on Tuesday expressed concern about the rising crimes against women and girl child in the state.

Principals of 32 CBSE schools take lessons in leadership, management

Thirty-two principals of CBSE-affiliated schools in Kerala on Saturday took the lead in taking formal lessons in `Leadership Development and Education Management` spread over five days.

Offshore casino not a hazard, says Gopal Kanda`s firm

Former Haryana home minister Gopal Kanda`s company Golden Globe Hotels, that owns the MV Leela casino ship, has sought joint inspection of the vessel and said that it is not a hazard.

Goa food poisoning: Statement of inmates recorded

The inquiry committee looking into the last month`s food poisoning incident at two Goa jails has recorded the statement of some of the affected inmates, who have ruled out any foul play.

Vigilance probe into `misappropriation of scholarship funds`

The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption wing on Friday launched a probe into the alleged misappropriation of funds meant for students joining professional courses under government quota in Puducherry, sources said.

Goa cabinet defers decision on schemes for orphans, sex workers

Goa government on Friday deferred its decision on two crucial schemes for orphaned children and sex workers or victims of sexual abuse, stating that a rethink is necessary on them, before placing it for the next meeting.

Students soon to study from e-notepads in Goa schools

The Goa government is all set to make education hi-tech by introducing e-notepads in schools for the students of class V and VI from next month.

PM `positive` towards Goa`s demands, claims Manohar Parrikar

Goa CM said on Thursday that PM is positive about a financial package for people affected by closure of mining.

Parrikar favours compulsory sex education in Goa schools

Sex education could soon be compulsory in Goa`s schools, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said.