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Goa’s Environmental Crisis: The Impact of Unregulated Mining – August 2024

Goa’s Environmental Crisis: The Impact of Unregulated Mining – August 2024

Goa, known for its beaches, is now facing an environmental disaster due to decades of unregulated mining. Villages like Shirgaon in North Goa have been auctioned for mining, leading to severe displacement and environmental degradation. Despite local claims, mining has continued without proper consent, devastating the community and environment. Recent auctions to companies like Vedanta...

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Goa: Proposed TCP Amendment Bill Withdrawn!

Goa: Proposed TCP Amendment Bill Withdrawn!

Even before the proposed Town & Country Planning’s bill with amendments could even be floored for discussions, it was withdrawn by the BJP ruled state government. There was a lot of hue & cry amongst the citizens as the bill was alleged to have limitations when it comes to approaching the judiciary. There were awareness...

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Day 1: Goa Assembly; Monsoon Session!

Day 1: Goa Assembly; Monsoon Session!

Adjourned Twice in the first 30 minutes! The Eight monsoon session of the Goa State rocked from the minute it commenced, forcing the speaker to adjourn it twice in the first 30 minutes. The first adjournment was for 15 minutes, when the session was barely in its 10th minute; while the second adjournment occurred immediately...

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Goa: Vedanta Mining not a Greenfield Project; claim Villagers! 

Goa: Vedanta Mining not a Greenfield Project; claim Villagers! 

Current Status : Mulgao Villagers Oppose Vedanta Mining Clearance Villagers of Mulgao (North Goa) have approached the National Green Tribunal (NGT) opposing the Environmental Clearance (EC) being awarded to m/s Vendata Limited for its mining activities in Bicholim Mineral Block (Block – 1), for production capacity of 3 metric ton per annum (MTPA).Similar to Shirgao...

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Temple of Hindu Deity Lord Narayan Dev in ruins!

Temple of Hindu Deity Lord Narayan Dev in ruins!

What Transpired ? Temple of Hindu Deity Lord Narayan Dev: Kadamba-Era Ruins in South Goa Temple of Hindu Deity Lord Narayan Dev lies in ruins in Vichundre Village, of South Goa! This is a protected site under the department of Archaeology , Government of Goa, which resembles more like a ruin than a temple. The...

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All India Hindu Rashtra Convention - 24 - 30 June,2024 @ Goa!

All India Hindu Rashtra Convention – 24 – 30 June,2024 @ Goa!

All India Hindu Rashtra Convention: Ensuring Constitutional Integrity and National Security The ‘Hindu Rashtra’ is necessary to stop anti-constitutional and anti-national forces ! – Mr. Ramesh Shinde, National Spokesperson, Hindu Janajagruti Samiti         Panaji – In our democratic system, the elected representatives of the Parliament are responsible for making laws that protect the interests...

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A Dozen plus temples, Schools, Local Jobs, Private Properties, Water Bodies, Houses, entire village: All Auctioned for Mining in Goa!

A Dozen plus temples, Schools, Local Jobs, Private Properties, Water Bodies, Houses, entire village: All Auctioned for Mining in Goa!

Current Status ! Shirgaon Village Auctioned for Mining in Goa: A Story of Displacement and Environmental Damage One becomes numb to the news that an entire village and everything associated with it could get auctioned. Yes! You read it correct! Dozen plus temples (which are generations old), two Schools (STD 1 – IV & STD...

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Insider view_March 2024

Insider view_March 2024

Insider view, the news portal, is excited to share the latest edition of our downloadable magazine in PDF format titled “Dismantling the Dream” with the title code MAHENG14735. This edition delves into various pertinent topics such as: Inside the Fractured I.N.D.I. Alliance: An in-depth analysis of the dynamics within the alliance and its implications.Goa’s Lifeline...