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“Open spaces are encroached upon. Paddy fields are being converted… Illegal constructions are also put in no development zones. This...

“Open spaces are encroached upon. Paddy fields are being converted… Illegal constructions are also put in no development zones. This has resulted in wholesale change of the landscape in the State of #Goa..."

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/goa-hc-orders-geo-mapping-within-a-year-to-track-illegal-constructions-101742030842168.html

“Almost all the conversions are from paddy fields, natural cover, no development zone and orchard to settlement zones... We are satisfied...

“Almost all the conversions are from paddy fields, natural cover, no development zone and orchard to settlement zones... We are satisfied that the manner in which the rules are framed and the circular issued is not in furtherance of a development in public interest by maintaining a balance between sustainable development viz-a-viz the environmental issues, but is concerned with the interest of private landowners.”

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/hc-junks-rules-allowing-changes-to-goa-green-zones-101741890993492.html

You can argue all you want about how Shivaji began his battles nearly 150 years after the #Portuguese conquered #goa but you'll still...

You can argue all you want about how Shivaji began his battles nearly 150 years after the #Portuguese conquered #goa but you'll still be missing the point...

Why you can't fight political battles with historical texts, a Porvorim raw nerve and more in this week's edition.
https://open.substack.com/pub/gerardsgazette/p/this-isnt-about-shivaji-or-historical?r=5a7yg&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
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Eight years is a long time. But finally on Friday a district court at Margao in south #Goa convicted Vikat Bhagat, the sole accused in the...

Eight years is a long time. But finally on Friday a district court at Margao in south #Goa convicted Vikat Bhagat, the sole accused in the rape and murder of Irish backpacker Danielle McLaughlin back in 2017.
Bhagat who befriended Danielle took her to an isolated spot not far from the Palolem beach, raped and murdered her having smashed her face and strangulating her.
May her soul finally find rest.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/goa-man-found-guilty-of-raping-and-murdering-foreign-tourist-101739557793259.html

Goa murder: Danielle McLaughlin’s mother's 8-year wait for justice nears...

Goa murder: Danielle McLaughlin’s mother's 8-year wait for justice nears end

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/danielle-mclaughlin-s-mother-nervous-scared-as-8-year-wait-for-justice-nears-end-101738997507134.html

Scammers make money, #Goa gets the blame. Goa: 4 held for duping tourists by listing non-existent hotels on booking...

Scammers make money, #Goa gets the blame.
Goa: 4 held for duping tourists by listing non-existent hotels on booking sites

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/others/goa-4-held-for-duping-tourists-by-listing-non-existent-hotels-on-booking-sites-101737374717166.html

Almost everyone has had something to say about and the state of its tourismAnd guess what so do ICheck out this week's edition of my...

Almost everyone has had something to say about
and the state of its tourism
And guess what so do I

Check out this week's edition of my weekly newsletter in which I try an offer a nuanced view of the current debate around Goa's waning appeal

#Goa's toxic relationship with tourism & what the influencers won't tell you

https://gerardsgazette.substack.com/p/sometimes-the-trash-takes-itself

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https://www.livemint.com/mint-lounge/ideas/garden-conservation-nature-environment-11734609631863.html

https://www.livemint.com/mint-lounge/ideas/garden-conservation-nature-environment-11734609631863.html

The latest edition of my weekly newsletter from #Goa is here: Check it...

The latest edition of my weekly newsletter from #Goa is here:
Check it out!

https://open.substack.com/pub/gerardsgazette/p/sunburn-finds-a-new-home?r=5a7yg&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Thousands of ordinary investors whose money is with #LIC is being risked to shore up the 'national hero' whose survival is...

Thousands of ordinary investors whose money is with #LIC is being risked to shore up the 'national hero' whose survival is obviously more important than that of the unwashed millions

https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/lic-loses-nearly-rs-12-000-crore-in-seven-adani-shares-in-a-day-on-gautam-adanis-civil-indictment-news-heres-how-11732171374034.html

#Mass #tourism grips #Goa's heritage neighbourhoods, residents protest for peace and...

#Mass #tourism grips #Goa's heritage neighbourhoods, residents protest for peace and quiet.
https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/others/panjims-heritage-neighbourhood-upset-over-mass-tourism-mayor-assures-action-101729746129615.html

This week's edition of my weekly newsletter that discusses all thing's #Goa is here. Do check it out....

This week's edition of my weekly newsletter that discusses all thing's #Goa is here. Do check it out.
https://open.substack.com/pub/gerardsgazette/p/hill-cutting-deception-deflection?r=5a7yg&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

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Check out this week's edition of my newsletter where I discuss the Incessant rains, the Candolim murder as well as an interesting story...

Check out this week's edition of my newsletter where I discuss the Incessant rains, the Candolim murder as well as an interesting story of Goa's tourism dating back to 1987!
Do sign up if you haven't already. It's free!
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Floods, fights and (Sunburn) festivalWhy are villages around Mopa getting flooded? Who's to blame in Nilkanth vs Gaurav Bakshi? Why are...

Floods, fights and (Sunburn) festival

Why are villages around Mopa getting flooded? Who's to blame in Nilkanth vs Gaurav Bakshi? Why are Rane and Monserrate squabbling?

Do subscribe to receive a roundup of what's happened in #Goa this past week

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This week's edition of the newsletter is here and includes a comprehensive lowdown of what went on both in full public glare and behind...

This week's edition of the newsletter is here and includes a comprehensive lowdown of what went on both in full public glare and behind the scenes leading up to the controversial demolition of a disputed house at Assagao.
Also includes are stories the Goa's daily newscycle that you might have missed and a selected roundup of stories from across the state that matter.
Do check it out and feel free to comment, subscribe and share.

-Gerard
https://gerardsgazette.substack.com/p/crumbling-house-shows-the-true-face-8a5

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This week's edition of the weekly newsletter is here!Do check it out and sign up to receive a weekly roundup of all things #Goa....

This week's edition of the weekly newsletter is here!
Do check it out and sign up to receive a weekly roundup of all things #Goa. #newsletter #Portuguese #nationality
It will be especially helpful for those who do not follow the news on a daily basis as selected stories will be delivered right into your inbox every Sunday.
TIA
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Hi folks,I've taken a small step and launched a weekly email newsletter which offers a roundup of what's happening in #Goa with...

Hi folks,

I've taken a small step and launched a weekly email newsletter which offers a roundup of what's happening in #Goa with perspective, insight and trends to watch our for.

The first edition is already up on the site.

Please do subscribe.

https://gerardsgazette.substack.com/

Opportunities abound for those pursuing higher studies in #Portuguese at #Goa #university So why aren't #Goans taking...

Opportunities abound for those pursuing higher studies in #Portuguese at #Goa #university So why aren't #Goans taking them?

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/news/goa-university-stands-as-india-s-sole-ug-pg-degree-provider-in-portuguese-shortage-of-experts-plays-major-deterrent-101717054117503.html

#Goa land...

#Goa land grab

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/high-court-stays-goa-land-plans-of-which-bjp-mla-was-major-beneficiary-101714749871794.html

Religious fasting? Unemployment depression? Mystery surrounds the deaths of two brothers in...

Religious fasting? Unemployment depression? Mystery surrounds the deaths of two brothers in Goa

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/two-brothers-die-of-extreme-malnutrition-in-goa-101714068274733.html