Changes in GST laws pushes for smoother business conduct

The Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has requested multiple reforms of the GST laws due to the upcoming GST Council meeting, which is to be held on... Read more »

Goa Tourism fee sparks outrage among hoteliers

Hoteliers in Goa are all set to oppose the draft of the Goa Tourism Promotion Management & Regulation Bill, 2024 especially at a time when tourist arrivals are crossing... Read more »

ICAR-CCARI Goa’s ‘Nutmeg Taffy’ Invention granted patent

The invention titled ‘Process for preparing Nutmeg Taffy and resultant food product thereof,’ headed by Dr A R Desai and the team at the ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute... Read more »

GCCI, GSIA unhappy with proposal to relocate Margao wholesale fish market and scrapyards

The proposed relocation of the wholesale fish market and scrapyards has displeased the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) and the Goa State Industries Association (GSIA). The recent... Read more »

Registrar of Co-operative Societies decentralises powers to streamline operations

To hasten decision-making processes, the Registrar of Cooperative Societies has decentralised certain powers and duties concerning the operations of cooperative societies to deputy registrars, assistant registrars, and special auditors.... Read more »

HC instructs Tourism Department to crack down on illegal constructions and businesses on beaches

The High Court of Bombay at Goa has asked the Department of Tourism to initiate stringent action against illegal constructions and businesses and further to keep a strict vigil... Read more »

Government modifies Minor Mineral Concession (Amendment) Rules

The State government has altered the Goa Minor Mineral Concession (Amendment) Rules to hike the quarrying lease period from 10 years to 30 years, permit the use of minor... Read more »

Goa Coastal and Environment Management Society initiates unified single-window portal for environment related approvals

The Goa Coastal and Environment Management Society (GC&EMS) has initiated the development of a unified single-window portal to streamline and automate processes across various departments, boards, and authorities under... Read more »

State Auditors to monitor Urban Cooperative Banks amidst financial concerns

The Goa state government is deploying auditors to oversee Urban Cooperative Banks in response to reported financial irregularities and scams within the cooperative sector. Cooperation Minister Subhash Shirodkar announced... Read more »

Goa Buildings Act Amended: Enhancing clarity in Lease documents and strengthening Landlord Rights

The State introduced amendments to the Goa Buildings (Lease, Rent and Eviction) Control Act, 1968, with the enactment of the Goa Buildings (Lease, Rent and Eviction) Control (Amendment) Act,... Read more »

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