Human Interest

Drishti Marine’s ‘Sagar Safar’ Relaunched to Boost Ocean Confidence and Strengthen Public Safety


Drishti Marine has revived its guided sea-swimming initiative, Sagar Safar, offering daily sessions across six major Goa beaches to build ocean confidence, promote safety awareness and reduce drowning incidents.

Travel

Direct Flights from Uzbekistan Resume, Boosting Goa’s Global Connectivity


Goa’s global reach expands with the resumption of direct flights from Uzbekistan. The first flight from Tashkent arrived at Manohar International Airport, Mopa on December 3, marking a renewed chapter in international tourism, cultural exchange, and strengthened global partnerships.

Business

Ministry of Tourism & Mastercard Sign MoU to Elevate India as a Global Tourism Hotspot


The Ministry of Tourism and Mastercard have entered a two-year MoU to promote India globally through curated “Priceless” experiences, secure digital payments, and high-impact travel campaigns—beginning with Goa.

Travel

Goa Tourism Showcases Future-Ready Vision at QTM 2025 with Grand Pavilion Inauguration


Goa Tourism inaugurated its pavilion at Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2025, reinforcing the State’s global outreach and commitment to sustainable, experience-driven tourism. Led by Hon’ble Tourism Minister Shri Rohan A. Khaunte and dignitaries from Goa and Qatar, the pavilion highlights Goa’s evolving tourism landscape and its growing focus on regenerative, community-led, and innovative visitor experiences.

Social

16 People, Including Five Foreign Tourists, Rescued from Drowning by Drishti Marine Over the Weekend


Sixteen people, including five foreign nationals, were rescued from drowning across Goa’s beaches and at Dudhsagar waterfalls over the weekend by Drishti Marine lifesavers, who also traced a missing child and administered first aid in two separate incidents.