GOA NEWS IN BRIEF: 1 – 14 March 2026
Assembly news and the CCP election results are grabbing headlines in Goa today
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Goa Pradesh Mahila Congress raises alarm over rising LPG and essential prices
They have warned of black marketing and urged the government to ensure adequate supplies
Satish Gawas promoted to Senior Scientific Assistant
Currently, he holds the post of Scientific Assistant
Households to get LPG priority; situation to normalise in 8 Days: CM
The CM says households will get LPG priority as Goa tackles supply issues, while commercial users will get limited quota
Opposition boycott disrupts Assembly proceedings
All seven Opposition MLAs boycotted Assembly proceedings, delaying Calling Attention motions and a private resolution
Babush panel sweeps CCP polls 2026
The CCP election results are out, and Babush Monserrate’s panel dominated the polls, winning 27 of 30 wards, while...
Deep sea fishing support raised in Assembly
CM Pramod Sawant highlights Matsya Sampada Yojana and blue economy support
Vijai raises cold storage issue; CM assures support to traditional fishermen
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has pledged government support for traditional fishermen starting this financial year
LPG shortage hits Goan restaurants: Michael Lobo
He says that the shortage is forcing many to switch to induction stoves
18th June Road has turned into a ‘spa street’: Vijai Sardesai
MLA Vijai Sardesai flags the spa boom on Panjim's bustling 18th June Road
Cavelossim panchayat opposes sea platform proposal
Villagers, fishermen and shack owners warn that it could threaten fishing, water sports, and local livelihoods
Control room for Goan NRIs in the Middle East
The government has set up control rooms to assist Indian citizens and Goan NRIs in the Middle East