Social

Civil Defence Volunteers Now ‘Field-Ready’ After Intensive Training Programme


The Office of the Home Guards and Civil Defence, Altinho, concluded a seven-day Capacity Building Training programme aimed at enhancing disaster management skills and strengthening community resilience across Goa.

Politics

GUJ Submits Key Demands to CM Pramod Sawant Ahead of Budget 2026


The Goa Union of Journalists (GUJ) has submitted a list of demands to Chief Minister Pramod Sawant during a pre-budget consultation meeting at Mantralaya, Porvorim, seeking pension revision, housing support, revival of the ex-gratia scheme, and expansion of the EV subsidy scheme.

Social

Airbnb Supports Eight Indian Nonprofits Through 2026 Community Fund


Airbnb has announced eight nonprofit organizations in India as recipients of the 2026 Airbnb Community Fund, supporting initiatives in livelihoods, education, sustainability, and protection for vulnerable communities.

National

Dr. Kushaal Dasgupta Conferred with ‘Pride of Karnataka – Mahadevapura Ratna Award 2026’ in Bengaluru


Dr. Kushaal Dasgupta was honoured with the prestigious Mahadevapura Ratna Award 2026 at the Bharat Mata Pooja & Mahadevapura Utsav in Bengaluru, recognising his contributions to filmmaking, technology and social impact.

Sports

GVM’s GGPR College Hosts 2nd All Goa Inter-Collegiate Futsal Tournament 2026


GVM’s Gopal Govind Poy Raiturcar College of Commerce and Economics successfully organised the 2nd All Goa Inter-Collegiate Futsal Tournament at Kick-Off Futsal Arena, Talaulim, celebrating sportsmanship and collegiate talent.