Business

Goa Wins Gold at ET GovTech Awards 2026 for Smart Governance Excellence


Goa clinched the Gold Award at the ET GovTech Awards 2026, with Mauvin Godinho receiving the honour for the state’s Digital Public Goods initiative.

Social

Nandakumar E. Parab Conferred Chief Minister’s Award for Excellence and Innovation in Governance


IFS officer Nandakumar E. Parab has been honoured with the Chief Minister’s Award for Excellence and Innovation in Governance and Public Service Delivery for his transformative contributions to forestry, eco-tourism, and sustainable development in Goa.

Human Interest

Goa’s Third District Named Kushavati; Comprises Four Hinterland Talukas


Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant announced Kushavati as Goa’s third district, carved out of South Goa and comprising Sanguem, Dharbandora, Quepem and Canacona, with Quepem as its headquarters.