GOA NEWS IN BRIEF: 1 – 14 March 2026
Assembly news and the CCP election results are grabbing headlines in Goa today
News
Happenings from around Goa
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
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
Arolkar flags fishermen's concerns over boat shed demolition
In the ongoing Assembly session, Mandrem MLA Jit Arolkar highlighted fishermen’s hardships as demolition notices...
Be prepared for Middle East crisis impact: Yuri Alemao
Leader of the Opposition Yuri Alemao questioned the Goa government’s preparedness amid rising Middle East tensions,...
No confusion over digital taxi policy: CM Pramod Sawant
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said the government wants clarity on the Digital Taxi Policy, and has invited suggestions...