CCTVs to keep hawk's eye on Goa beaches soon

CCTVs to keep hawk's eye on Goa beaches soon Panaji: Over three dozen CCTV cameras will soon start capturing all the movements and activities on Goa's crowded beaches, as part of state government's initiative in curbing illegalities on the shores. Goa Tourism Department has moved a proposal of installing more than 36 CCTV cameras at vital locations, mostly crowded beaches, which would be monitored 24X7 by a dedicated control room back in the capital city of Panaji. Tourism director...
10:48 AM, Mar 20, 2012
Focus Show: from Sydney's beaches to its city life

Focus Show: from Sydney's beaches to its city life

Australia Unveiled episode 2, gives you a peek into what makes Sydney a must visit. ...
07:54 PM, May 29, 2011

Pattaya beach in danger of vanishing

 Pattaya beach in danger of vanishing Pattaya, Thailand: The days of R&R on Thailand's famous Pattaya beach could be numbered. The eastern city, a magnet for foreign tourists seeking sun, sea, watersports and racy nightlife, is under siege by both man and the forces of nature. One of Asia's most popular beaches is being eaten away at a rate of nearly two metres (yards) a year. Thai scientists say sea currents and impacts of the city's...
12:22 PM, Feb 02, 2011

Beaches turn black every year: Goa govt

Beaches turn black every year: Goa govt Panaji: Over the past few days, tarballs have washed up along many South Goa beaches. But don't panic, says the state government, it happens every year. These days, vast stretches of the beaches are covered with thick oil washed ashore in the form of tarballs. Worried that the black beaches may affect tourism, the state government insists this is not an unusual phenomenon. "I don't agree this is a...
05:26 PM, Sep 01, 2010

Goa beaches turn black, oil spill suspected

Goa beaches turn black, oil spill suspected Panaji: An oil spill was reported from off the Goa coast on Monday evening. The Indian Coast Guard denied the reports, but said the sea turned black due to some substance. All big beaches have turned totally black and people are being evacuated from the area. A huge amount of tarball or solidified pieces of oil have surfaced at the beaches. The first warning was received at 7 pm and...
08:00 PM, Aug 30, 2010
Safety norms neglected in Mumbai beaches

Safety norms neglected in Mumbai beaches

Last year, 10 people lost their lives on these beaches. ...
11:38 AM, Jun 25, 2010

Welcome to tropical destination, China?

Welcome to tropical destination, China? Sanya, in the south China sea, wants to give Goa a run for its money. ...
03:39 PM, Aug 30, 2009
Citizens For Earth: Orissa beaches death traps for turtles

Citizens For Earth: Orissa beaches death traps for turtles

Citizens for earth ...
08:03 PM, Jan 31, 2009
Goa beaches off limits, tourists disappointed

Goa beaches off limits, tourists disappointed

There's intelligence warning that the beaches may be attacked. ...
11:32 PM, Dec 24, 2008

Ban, no ban, ban again on Goa beach parties

Ban, no ban, ban again on Goa beach parties State govt bans festivities in open areas from Dec 23 to Jan 5. ...
07:07 PM, Dec 20, 2008

Welcome to India's most expensive tourist destination

Welcome to India's most expensive tourist destination A favourite of European travellers, but competition heating up. ...
04:26 PM, Oct 02, 2008

Mumbaikars clean up beaches post-Ganesh festivities

Mumbaikars clean up beaches post-Ganesh festivities 1,000 Mumbaikars gathered at the Juhu beach early on Monday morning. ...
04:07 AM, Sep 16, 2008
CJ: Cleaning up beaches post Ganpati immersion

CJ: Cleaning up beaches post Ganpati immersion

Mumbai's beaches are facing the risk of pollution post-festival. ...
12:15 AM, Sep 10, 2008

Goa govt cracks the whip on illegal beach shanties

Goa govt cracks the whip on illegal beach shanties New Delhi: Former India cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar on Wednesday said the selectors should not be afraid of dropping non-performing players but refused to criticise the selection of the side for the upcoming Asia Cup. There was a speculation that some senior players may be dropped in the wake of team's poor show in Australia. However, the selectors refrained from making much changes in the side. Asked if the players...
03:27 PM, Apr 29, 2008
The best-kept secrets of 'God's own country'

The best-kept secrets of 'God's own country'

Sydney: The iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) is all set to get a major facelift ahead of the 2014 Ashes series for a whopping USD 191 million. As per the renovation plan, three spectator stands will be demolished for a huge state-of-the-art grandstand. Prime Minister Julia Gillard and New South Wales (NSW) Premier Barry O'Farrell have announced USD 191 million for the upgradation of the Bradman, Noble and Messenger stands ...
02:42 PM, Apr 06, 2008
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