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Another student suicide rocks BITS Pilani Goa campus

Another student suicide rocks BITS Pilani Goa campus

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 26-year-old PhD student from Kerala allegedly died by suicide at his rented flat near the BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus in Vasco, marking the seventh such incident in the last one-and-a-half years.

Goa Police Hunt For Activist After Remarks On Saint

Goa Police Hunt For Activist After Remarks On Saint

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Goa police have formed teams to trace right-wing activist Gautam Khattar after his remarks against St Francis Xavier created a stir. Complaints have been filed against Khattar in multiple locations across Goa.

Goa Police Seek Arrest Of Speaker Over Offensive Remarks

Goa Police Seek Arrest Of Speaker Over Offensive Remarks

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A local court has issued a non-bailable warrant against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar, wanted by Goa Police for allegedly making offensive remarks against St Francis Xavier.

Goa Police Issue Lookout Notice For Speaker Over Saint Remarks

Goa Police Issue Lookout Notice For Speaker Over Saint Remarks

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Goa Police have issued a Look Out Circular against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar for alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier and arrested his brother in Uttarakhand. The arrest follows widespread condemnation and protests over Khattar's remarks at an event in Goa.

Goa Police To Issue Lookout Notice For Activist

Goa Police To Issue Lookout Notice For Activist

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Goa Police are planning to issue a Look Out Circular (LOC) against right-wing activist Gautam Khattar, who has been untraceable since an FIR was registered against him over remarks on St Francis Xavier.

St Francis Xavier remarks: Goa police to issue LOC against Khattar

St Francis Xavier remarks: Goa police to issue LOC against Khattar

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Goa Police are initiating a Look Out Circular (LOC) against Gautam Khattar after alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier. Khattar is accused of hurting religious sentiments and creating communal discord. The move aims to prevent him from fleeing the country as police search for him.

Goa Police File FIR Over Remarks Against Saint

Goa Police File FIR Over Remarks Against Saint

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Goa Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar over his alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier, the patron saint of the state. The controversy erupted after a video of Khattar addressing an event went viral, leading to widespread condemnation and demands for his arrest.

Goa Police Crack Down on IPL Betting Ring, Arrest Four

Goa Police Crack Down on IPL Betting Ring, Arrest Four

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Goa police have dismantled an IPL betting racket operating from a house in South Goa, arresting four individuals and seizing cash and electronic devices.

Goa Faces Uproar Over Remarks Against St Francis Xavier

Goa Faces Uproar Over Remarks Against St Francis Xavier

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Controversy escalates in Goa over alleged objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier, with protests and police complaints filed. The Congress demands the sacking of a minister, while the CM calls for maintaining communal harmony.

Goa Woman Accused of Concealing Portuguese Nationality to Enrol as Voter

Goa Woman Accused of Concealing Portuguese Nationality to Enrol as Voter

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A woman in Goa has been booked for allegedly concealing her Portuguese nationality and fraudulently enrolling in the voter list.

Remarks against St Francis Xavier spark outrage in Goa

Remarks against St Francis Xavier spark outrage in Goa

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A political row has erupted in Goa after a right-wing speaker allegedly made objectionable remarks against St. Francis Xavier, Goa's patron saint, leading to a police complaint and demands for his arrest.

Right-wing activist booked for remarks against Goa's patron saint

Right-wing activist booked for remarks against Goa's patron saint

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Goa Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar for allegedly making objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier, the patron saint of Goa. The controversy erupted after a video of Khattar's address at an event went viral, leading to widespread condemnation and demands for his arrest.

Why Goa Police Filed FIR Against Right Wing Speaker

Why Goa Police Filed FIR Against Right Wing Speaker

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Goa Police have registered an FIR against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar for allegedly making objectionable remarks against St Francis Xavier, the patron saint of Goa, sparking political outrage and demands for his arrest.

Gulf War: Energy Shock Pushes India Towards Atmanirbharta

Gulf War: Energy Shock Pushes India Towards Atmanirbharta

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

We cannot simply have a 60-65 per cent import dependency in LPG, the bulk of which comes from just one volatile region -- West Asia, points out R Jagannathan.

Navy strengthens anti-submarine arm with second MH-60R squadron

Navy strengthens anti-submarine arm with second MH-60R squadron

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The Indian Navy commissioned its second squadron of MH-60R (Romeo) anti-submarine helicopters, INAS 335 'Ospreys', at INS Hansa naval base. The commissioning ceremony was attended by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, who emphasized the importance of strengthening maritime security.

We discovered America, Vasco da Gama didn't find India: MP minister

We discovered America, Vasco da Gama didn't find India: MP minister

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Madhya Pradesh's Higher Education Minister Inder Singh Parmar has claimed that America was discovered by "our Indian ancestors", and not by Christopher Columbus as taught to students.

BITS Pilani Goa student found dead in hostel; police launch probe

BITS Pilani Goa student found dead in hostel; police launch probe

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

A 20-year-old BITS Pilani student was found dead in his hostel room in Goa. Police are investigating the cause of death.

Indians can now get UAE's Golden Visa at Rs 23 lakh

Indians can now get UAE's Golden Visa at Rs 23 lakh

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Until now, one of the ways to get Dubai's Golden Visa from India was to invest in property whose value should be at least AED Two Million (Rs 4.66 crore), or invest a large amount in business in the country.

They Took The Tiranga Around The World

They Took The Tiranga Around The World

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Lieutenant Commanders Roopa A and Dilna K from the Indian Navy have stamped India's name on the high seas.

Runner dies hours after completing Goa River Marathon

Runner dies hours after completing Goa River Marathon

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

A 29-year-old dental surgeon died of a massive heart attack after completing a marathon in Goa, his father said on Thursday.

On The Beach With Samantha

On The Beach With Samantha

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Fort Kochi's charm lies in its oldness. Put on that cap, lace up your sneakers and those 10,000 steps are easy-peasy!

Vasco down Salgaocar

Vasco down Salgaocar

Rediff.com7 Dec 2002

An early goal by Rui Wanderley Weis gave Vasco a 1-0 victory in the all-Goa National Football League match.

Do You Know About The Battle Of Diu?

Do You Know About The Battle Of Diu?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Why the Battle of Diu is as historic as the Battle of Trafalgar.

Vasco thrash Tollygunge

Vasco thrash Tollygunge

Rediff.com23 Mar 2005

Vasco won 5-0 to register their first home victory in the National Football League.

Vasco hold Churchill

Vasco hold Churchill

Rediff.com17 Feb 2003

The Goa team played out a 1-1 draw in the National Football League match.

Vasco down Oil India

Vasco down Oil India

Rediff.com16 Dec 2008

Ravshan Teshabaev scored late into the second-half to give Vasco a 1-0 victory over Oil India in the 30th Federation Cup at the Vidyasagar Krirangan in Barasat on Tuesday. The victory kept Vasco's hopes alive in the tournament. The Goa side's fate now depends on the other Group C match between Mohun Bagan and Air India.

Sporting trounce Vasco

Sporting trounce Vasco

Rediff.com13 Mar 2005

Sporting Clube de Goa beat Vasco Sports Club 3-0 to move into fourth position in the ninth National Football League.

Vasco down Tollygunge

Vasco down Tollygunge

Rediff.com28 Feb 2005

The Goa side scored their second successive victory, beating the Kolkata team 2-1 in the National Football League.

Vasco stun Salgaocar

Vasco stun Salgaocar

Rediff.com10 Dec 2003

Amaechi Tochukwu's late strike guided Vasco Sports Club to their first win in the eighth National Football League.

Vasco finish third

Vasco finish third

Rediff.com28 Apr 2003

They beat Mahindra nited 2-1 in their last match of the National Football League.

Mahindra rout Vasco

Mahindra rout Vasco

Rediff.com12 Jan 2004

The Mumbai champions won 3-0 for their fifth victory in nine matches in the National Football League.\n\n

JCT rally past Vasco

JCT rally past Vasco

Rediff.com30 Mar 2005

Costly lapses by Vasco defenders helped JCT to rally and score a 2-1 win in the National Football League.

Salgaocar rout Vasco

Salgaocar rout Vasco

Rediff.com20 May 2003

In other matches in the under-19 National Football League, JCT and Indian Bank, and East Bengal and Tollygunge Agragami drew goalless.

Vasco edge past Fransa

Vasco edge past Fransa

Rediff.com22 Apr 2005

Vasco scored a 3-2 victory to move into ninth place in the National Football League.

Sebastiao Endro sinks Vasco

Sebastiao Endro sinks Vasco

Rediff.com13 Jan 2005

A brace by Sebastiao Endro guided Fransa Football Club to a 2-0 win over Vasco in the National Football League.

Bagan rally to down Vasco

Bagan rally to down Vasco

Rediff.com20 Nov 2008

Mohun Bagan rallied from a goal down to beat a spirited Vasco 2-1 and registered their fourth successive victory in the ONGC I-League at the Nehru stadium in Margao, Goa, on Thursday. It was Vasco, who took the lead in the 29th minute through Lalnua Puia. However, Rakesh Masih (31 minute) and Lalkamal (53rd) dashed the hosts' hopes of an upset by finding the net for the Kolkata side.

Yakubu brace sinks Vasco

Yakubu brace sinks Vasco

Rediff.com14 Feb 2009

A brace each from Sunil Chettri and Yusif Yakubu helped east Bengal to score a resounding 4-1 victory over fighting Vasco in the 15th round of the ONGC I-League at Nehru stadium in Margao on Saturday.

Vasco shock Mohun Bagan

Vasco shock Mohun Bagan

Rediff.com22 Oct 2005

Vasco hold East Bengal

Vasco hold East Bengal

Rediff.com4 Dec 2003

Goalkeeper Rogerio Ramos turned in a fine performance to enable the Goa side take a point against the National Football League defending champions.

Vasco, Mahindra draw goalless

Vasco, Mahindra draw goalless

Rediff.com30 Apr 2004

The draw kept Mahindra in third position, with 37 points from 20 matches, in the National Football League, two points behind Dempo.