Human Interest

North Goa District Honoured as Best Performing District under Dharti Aabha Janbhagidari Abhiyan


North Goa District has received a Certificate of Recognition for its outstanding performance and exemplary contribution as the Best Performing District under the Dharti Aabha Janbhagidari Abhiyan. The award was conferred by the Secretary, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, acknowledging the district’s commitment to inclusive growth, community participation, and sustainable tribal development initiatives.

Finance

Bank of Baroda Wins First Prize in Rajbhasha Kirti Puraskar for Excellence in Official Language Use


Bank of Baroda, one of India’s leading public sector banks, has received the First Prize under the Government of India’s Rajbhasha Kirti Puraskar scheme for 2024–2025. The award was presented by Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah at the Hindi Day celebrations and Fifth All India Official Language Conference on 14 September 2025 at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar.

Events in Goa

Department of Telecom Hosts West Zone Security Conference 2025 in Goa


The Department of Telecommunication (DoT), Ministry of Communications, Government of India, organized the annual Zonal Security Conference for the West Zone at Cavelossim, South Goa on 3rd September 2025. Themed “Sashakt Sanchar, Abhinav Suraksha”, the event focused on strengthening telecom security and addressing emerging cyber threats. Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary (Telecom), emphasized citizen participation in telecom fraud prevention and highlighted the role of the Sanchar Saathi portal in empowering users. Over 100 representatives from central law enforcement agencies, LSAs, financial institutions, and telecom providers attended.

EduConnect

Over 8,000 Central Govt Jobs in Goa Linked to Konkani Language Status: Sandesh Prabhudesai


Journalist and researcher Sandesh Prabhudesai highlights the untapped potential of over 8,000 central government and bank jobs in Goa, accessible due to Konkani’s inclusion in the Eighth Schedule. He criticizes the Goa government for failing to act on language-based employment rights enshrined in constitutional provisions and national policies.

Finance

Exim Bank Pays ₹325 Cr Dividend to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for FY 2024-25


Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman received a dividend cheque of ₹325 crore from Smt. Harsha Bangari, Managing Director of India Exim Bank, for the financial year 2024-25. The dividend highlights the bank’s robust financial performance and continued contribution to the nation’s development.