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  • SHOCKING: Nepal Mayor’s Daughter, An ‘Osho Meditator’, Goes Missing In Goa: 10 Points | world news

    NEW DELHI: In a shocking development, a 36-year-old Nepali woman, Aarti, who happens to be the daughter of Gopal Hamal, the mayor of Dhangadhi sub-metropolitan city in Nepal, went missing in Goa two days back. A follower of Osho meditation, Aarti had been residing in Goa for several months before her sudden disappearance.

    Here are the top developments in Aarti Hamal’s sudden disappearance case:-

    1. Nepalese Mayor’s Daughter Goes Missing: Aarti, the daughter of Gopal Hamal, mayor of Dhangadhi sub-metropolitan city in Nepal, went missing in Goa, sparking concerns among her family and community.

    2. Last Known Whereabouts: She was last seen on Monday night near the Ashvem Bridge in Goa around 9:30 pm, as reported by her family members.

    3. Plea for Assistance: Gopal Hamal made a heartfelt plea on social media, urging residents of Goa to assist in locating his missing daughter and providing contact details for any information.


    pic.twitter.com/RyobYG7yb7 — Gopal Hamal-Secretariat (@GopalHamal7) March 26, 2024


    4. Family’s Efforts: Aarti’s younger sister, Arzoo Hamal, and her son-in-law immediately flew to Goa to aid in the search efforts, mobilizing resources and seeking help from the public.

    5. Search Efforts Intensify: Arzoo Hamal revealed that numerous calls poured in from concerned individuals, suggesting possible sightings of Aarti near the Siolim bridge and speculating about her condition and whereabouts.

    6. Speculations and Investigations: Speculations arose regarding Aarti’s condition, with some callers claiming she was found unconscious near the Siolim bridge and taken to a hospital, while others suggested she was taken to a police station.

    7. FIR Filed: Goa Police took action by filing a First Information Report (FIR) in connection with Aarti’s disappearance, initiating official investigations into the matter.

    8. Relief Amidst Uncertainty: Amidst the distress, a glimmer of relief surfaced as Gopal Hamal announced on Wednesday that Aarti had been found safe in Goa after two days of uncertainty.

    9. Mayor Expresses Gratitude To Well-Wishers: Expressing profound gratitude, Gopal Hamal thanked all individuals who contributed to the search efforts, including the supportive Nepali community residing in Goa.

    10. Reunited with Family: Aarti’s safe return brought immense relief to her family, as Gopal Hamal confirmed that she was reunited with her younger sister, Arju, and son-in-law, marking an end to the ordeal.

  • Festivals Embodying The Essence Of Goan Traditions | Culture News

    This traditional Hindu festival Shigmotsav, marks the arrival of spring and is celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm. The festival is set to be held from 26 March to 8 April in the entire state and will come alive with cultural performances, float parades, music, and traditional dance during Shigmo.

    As the colors of Shigmo paint the streets with exuberance, various other festivals prepare to showcase their diverse cultural heritage through a series of unique festivals. These festivals embody the essence of Goan traditions, each offering a distinct experience for travelers seeking to delve deeper into the soul of this coastal paradise. Witness a journey through five extraordinary festivals that add a splash of color and a dash of excitement to the festivities alongside Shigmo in Goa.

    Xenni Uzzo in Molcornem Sanguem, Embracing Goa's Fiery Ritual: Xenni Uzzo stands out as a thrilling fire ritual in South Goa. Annually, on the first full moon night following Shigmo, the village of Molcornem in Quepem, Goa, becomes the stage for a distinctive and age-old ceremony known as Xenni Uzzo. This ritual serves dual purposes: it honors the village's founding figures and beliefs while also commemorating the spring harvest festival.

    Despite the rapid pace of modernization, the residents of Molcornem maintain a deep reverence for their traditional customs, particularly evident during Xenni Uzzo. Utilizing natural resources, such as dry cow dung cakes, locally termed “Xenni,” and leaves, they generate sparks, referred to as “Uzzo,” by striking these elements together. Encircling the resultant fire, villagers partake in spirited dances, while men transport areca nut tree trunks from carefully selected plantations near the Mallikarjun temple.

    Ghode Modni in Thane, Sattari, a Spectacle of Horses and Warriors: Ghode Modni, meaning 'horse dance,' is a unique festival celebrated in the villages of Thane, Sattari and other places. This centuries-old tradition showcases a spectacular display of horsemanship and martial arts, with performers dressed as warriors riding decorated horses. The rhythmic sound of hooves and the colorful attire of the performers create a mesmerizing spectacle that captivates audiences. The Ghode Modni folk dance emerges as a significant highlight of the Shigmo festival celebrated during the harvest season in Goa. Etymologically, “Ghode” translates to “horse,” while “Modni” signifies “joyful,” encapsulating the essence of the performance.

    Chorotsav in Zarme, Unveiling the Charms of Goan Villages: Chorotsav, also known as the 'festival of thieves,' is a quirky celebration held in the village of Zarme in Sattari Taluka. This offbeat festival pays homage to the folklore of Goan villages, with locals dressing up as mischievous thieves and engaging in playful antics. From mock robberies to comedic performances, Chorotsav offers a lighthearted glimpse into the humor and creativity of Goan culture.

    At the festival, four participants are buried with only their heads protruding, while another four have their heads submerged in pits. This symbolic act represents a tragic incident from centuries past when thieves were mistakenly executed. The spectacle draws a crowd of both locals and intrigued spectators, who observe with a mixture of fascination and anticipation as the eight individuals are interred alive.

    Fiery Rituals of Homkund Utsav in Charao, a Spectacle of Devotion and Tradition: In the quaint village of Charao, nestled amidst the lush greenery of Goa, the Homkund Utsav takes on a fiery intensity, offering a unique spectacle of devotion and tradition. Here, amidst the tranquil surroundings, locals gather to perform age-old rituals that pay homage to their ancestors and seek blessings for prosperity and well-being.

    The festival entails igniting a pyramidal stack of wood, typically measuring around five to six feet in height. Once the wood is reduced to smoldering ashes, local men and boys participate in a remarkable ritual, traversing barefoot across the scorching embers to the rhythmic accompaniment of traditional percussion instruments like the dhol, tasha, and cymbals. This spirited and mesmerizing event witnesses the participation of hundreds of individuals as they bravely tread upon the fiery path.

    Shisha Ranni in Canacona: Where Devotion Cooks Blessings on Fire: Shisha Ranni is a traditional festival deeply rooted in Goan culture in Canacona. During this ritual, rice is cooked atop the heads of three Gades, which are humanoid representations of divinity on Earth. Interestingly, the term 'Ranni' directly translates to 'stove,' emphasizing the central element of this ceremony.

    In a remarkable display of devotion, three villagers from Canacona taluka's Gaondongorim voluntarily offered their heads as makeshift stoves for cooking rice over a wood fire.

    From the colorful extravaganza of Shigmo to the quaint charm of village festivals, Goa offers a diverse array of cultural experiences for visitors to explore. Whether you're captivated by the pulsating beats of traditional music or tempted by the tantalizing flavors of Goan cuisine, these unique festivals promise to enchant and delight you at every turn. So pack your bags, immerse yourself in the festivities, and embark on a journey of discovery through the vibrant tapestry of Goa's culture. Visit the Goa Tourism Website for more information https://goatourism.gov.in/

  • VI Launches eSIM For New Delhi Prepaid Users: Here’s How To Activate, List Of Devices That Support It & More |

    New Delhi: After Mumbai and Goa, the national capital i.e. New Delhi becomes the third city to get the facility of eSIM. In places like Mumbai and Goa, the choice is already there. Vodafone Idea has finally launched the eSIM for prepaid customers. Now, the consumers have the option to get a digital SIM card.

    No Need For Physical SIM Card

    You don’t need a physical SIM card because your phone has an eSIM, which is a digital SIM card. (Also Read: IT Dept, Banks To Open On Sunday, March 31: What About Stock Market? Check Here)

    How To Activate eSIM?

    There’s no need to visit a store to activate it. You can do it via the settings on your phone or by scanning a code. (Also Read: Instagram Down: Check Funniest Memes For Social Media App’s Outage)

    Benefits Of eSIM

    It is convenient for traveling since it allows you to quickly switch between different network plans and keep many profiles at once. It is also not as prone to damage or loss as a physical SIM card. It also benefits the environment because less plastic garbage is produced.

    Comparing eSIMs to traditional SIM cards, they are often more convenient, flexible, and environmentally friendly.

    Steps To Activate eSIM

    If you want to make the switch, send a message to 199 with the registered mail id.

    – You will receive a confirmation message

    – Revert to it within 15 minutes

    – You may get a call for consent

    – You will get a QR code on the registered email ID

    – Keep note that the QR code you received by mail will be valid for up to 7 days.

    – Choose the default line for this number

    – Now, your eSIM will be activated.

    List Of Devices That Support eSIM

    Now, this is another question that may hit your mind which are the devices that support eSIM. While writing the article, reports suggest that not every smartphone will be eSIM compatible.

    Numerous phone models enable the eSIM capability. Some of them are iPhones, Vivo X90 Pro, Galaxy Z Flip & Fold, and many more.

  • Goa heat wave: Schools shut down at noon

    By PTI

    PANAJI: Schools conducted classes only till 12 noon on Thursday in Goa due to a heat wave, an official said.

    A circular issued by state Director of Education Shailesh Sinai Zingade said the heat wave will continue for another day as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), due to which classes will end at 12 noon on Friday as well.

    “Because of the strengthening of easterly winds, clear sky conditions and delay in setting time of sea breeze, the maximum temperature over Goa is likely to remain 4-6 degrees Celsius higher than its normal value.

    Persistence of these conditions is likely to satisfy the criteria of heat wave over the region March 8 and 9,” the IMD’s Goa observatory stated.

    “Maximum temperatures are likely to fall gradually by 2-3 degrees Celsius from March 11 onwards,” the IMD added.

    PANAJI: Schools conducted classes only till 12 noon on Thursday in Goa due to a heat wave, an official said.

    A circular issued by state Director of Education Shailesh Sinai Zingade said the heat wave will continue for another day as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), due to which classes will end at 12 noon on Friday as well.

    “Because of the strengthening of easterly winds, clear sky conditions and delay in setting time of sea breeze, the maximum temperature over Goa is likely to remain 4-6 degrees Celsius higher than its normal value.googletag.cmd.push(function() {googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8052921-2’); });

    Persistence of these conditions is likely to satisfy the criteria of heat wave over the region March 8 and 9,” the IMD’s Goa observatory stated.

    “Maximum temperatures are likely to fall gradually by 2-3 degrees Celsius from March 11 onwards,” the IMD added.

  • Goa only state to achieve 100 pc PFMS compliance for Central schemes: CM Pramod Sawant

    By PTI

    PANAJI: Goa has achieved 100 per cent compliance with the public finance management system (PFMS) for schemes sponsored by the Central government and is the first state in the country to do so, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said.

    The chief minister on Thursday chaired a meeting with officers of the state finance department.

    Talking to reporters on Thursday evening, Sawant said Goa has achieved 100 per cent compliance with the PFMS for Centre-sponsored schemes and claimed that it was the only state in the country to do so.

    The state government has received funds to the tune of Rs 200 crore from Rs 306 crore allocated for projects under Central schemes and the remaining Rs 106 crore will be received by next month, he said.

    The chief minister further said that the state government wanted to pitch 56 projects under Centre-sponsored schemes through consultants.

    “At least 46 project proposals were sent to the Centre for approval, of which funds have been disbursed for 18 projects and among these, 16 have been completed,” Sawant said.

    The proposals for 14 projects that were rejected will be sent back to the Central government after making the required changes, he said.

    The state has undertaken the revision of schemes under the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and loans have also been revised, the chief minister said.

    He further claimed that the state’s financial situation was good and the government had not taken any planned loans in the last four months.

    “The state government has cleared all the bills of contractors (who were awarded government tenders) and not a single one has been left pending for more than a month,” Sawant added.

    PANAJI: Goa has achieved 100 per cent compliance with the public finance management system (PFMS) for schemes sponsored by the Central government and is the first state in the country to do so, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said.

    The chief minister on Thursday chaired a meeting with officers of the state finance department.

    Talking to reporters on Thursday evening, Sawant said Goa has achieved 100 per cent compliance with the PFMS for Centre-sponsored schemes and claimed that it was the only state in the country to do so.

    The state government has received funds to the tune of Rs 200 crore from Rs 306 crore allocated for projects under Central schemes and the remaining Rs 106 crore will be received by next month, he said.

    The chief minister further said that the state government wanted to pitch 56 projects under Centre-sponsored schemes through consultants.

    “At least 46 project proposals were sent to the Centre for approval, of which funds have been disbursed for 18 projects and among these, 16 have been completed,” Sawant said.

    The proposals for 14 projects that were rejected will be sent back to the Central government after making the required changes, he said.

    The state has undertaken the revision of schemes under the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and loans have also been revised, the chief minister said.

    He further claimed that the state’s financial situation was good and the government had not taken any planned loans in the last four months.

    “The state government has cleared all the bills of contractors (who were awarded government tenders) and not a single one has been left pending for more than a month,” Sawant added.

  • Goa ‘Silly Souls’ bar row: Activist challenges Excise Commissioner’s order

    By PTI

    PANAJI: Activist Aires Rodrigues on Tuesday filed an appeal before the Goa Chief Secretary against an order of the Excise Commissioner in a case pertaining to the controversial ‘Silly Souls Café and Bar’ at Assagao.

    Opposition Congress had tried to link the restaurant to the family of Union Minister Smriti Irani, an allegation she had denied.

    ALSO READ | ‘Silly Souls’ bar row: Twitter moves Delhi HC seeking clarification in previous order

    In an October 10 order, Excise Commissioner Narayan Gad allowed Silly Souls Café and Bar’s excise license, renewed in the name of the late Anthony D’Gama, to be transferred to his widow.

    “Under section 40 of the Goa Excise Act, an appeal against excise commissioner’s order lies before the chief secretary,” Rodrigues told PTI.

    In the appeal, he claimed that a licence obtained `illegally and by fraud’ could not have been transferred in the name of D’Gama’s widow.

    In his complaint filed with the Excise Commissioner on July 20, 2022, Rodrigues had alleged that the licence was issued illegally in January 2021 in the name of D’Gama, and renewed in his name in June 2022 a year after his demise.

    PANAJI: Activist Aires Rodrigues on Tuesday filed an appeal before the Goa Chief Secretary against an order of the Excise Commissioner in a case pertaining to the controversial ‘Silly Souls Café and Bar’ at Assagao.

    Opposition Congress had tried to link the restaurant to the family of Union Minister Smriti Irani, an allegation she had denied.

    ALSO READ | ‘Silly Souls’ bar row: Twitter moves Delhi HC seeking clarification in previous order

    In an October 10 order, Excise Commissioner Narayan Gad allowed Silly Souls Café and Bar’s excise license, renewed in the name of the late Anthony D’Gama, to be transferred to his widow.

    “Under section 40 of the Goa Excise Act, an appeal against excise commissioner’s order lies before the chief secretary,” Rodrigues told PTI.

    In the appeal, he claimed that a licence obtained `illegally and by fraud’ could not have been transferred in the name of D’Gama’s widow.

    In his complaint filed with the Excise Commissioner on July 20, 2022, Rodrigues had alleged that the licence was issued illegally in January 2021 in the name of D’Gama, and renewed in his name in June 2022 a year after his demise.

  • In BJP-ruled Goa, work one year in private sector to get a state government job

    By PTI

    PANAJI: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday said one-year work experience would be made “compulsory” for recruitment in state government departments.

    He said fresh candidates would not be taken directly into government service.

    Aspirants would have to get experience by working in the private sector before applying for government jobs.

    Addressing a function at Taleigao village in North Goa, Sawant said one-year work experience would be made mandatory for those looking for government jobs in the future.

    Such a practice would help the government get skilled manpower, said the chief minister.

    The CM said necessary amendments would be made in Recruitment Rules (RRs) to ensure only suitable candidates are selected for vacant posts.

    Sawant also said recruitment through the Staff Selection Commission would be made compulsory in the future.

    PANAJI: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday said one-year work experience would be made “compulsory” for recruitment in state government departments.

    He said fresh candidates would not be taken directly into government service.

    Aspirants would have to get experience by working in the private sector before applying for government jobs.

    Addressing a function at Taleigao village in North Goa, Sawant said one-year work experience would be made mandatory for those looking for government jobs in the future.

    Such a practice would help the government get skilled manpower, said the chief minister.

    The CM said necessary amendments would be made in Recruitment Rules (RRs) to ensure only suitable candidates are selected for vacant posts.

    Sawant also said recruitment through the Staff Selection Commission would be made compulsory in the future.

  • Goa mining leases auction to get over by Nov 2022, fresh extraction to start year later: CM Sawant

    The state has now put up four iron ore mining leases for auction. This is for the first time in Goa's mining history that leases are being awarded through auctioning.

  • ‘Operation Kichad’: Cong slams BJP, says Goa MLAs crossover fast-tracked due to Yatra success

    By PTI

    NEW DELHI: The crossing over of eight of its Goa MLAs to the BJP is part of the ruling party’s ‘Operation Kichad’, the Congress said on Wednesday and claimed the “break” was fast-tracked because of the visible success of its Bharat Jodo Yatra.

    In a body blow to the party in Goa, eight of the Congress’ 11 MLAs, including former chief minister Digambar Kamat, joined the ruling BJP. Congress is now left with just three MLAs in the 40-member Assembly.

    “Operation Kichad of BJP in Goa has been fast-tracked because of the visible success of the Bharat Jodo Yatra. BJP is nervous,” Congress general secretary in charge of communications Jairam Ramesh said in a tweet.

    “A daily dose of diversion & disinformation is handed out to undermine the Yatra. We remain undeterred. We will overcome these dirty tricks of the BJP,” he said.

    His party colleague Pawan Khera echoed him and said the BJP, rattled by the Bharat Jodo Yatra, had organised ‘Operation Kichad (mud)’ in the coastal state.

    “Once again it has been proven that the BJP can only break,” the Congress’ communication department head said in a tweet in Hindi.

    “Those who are not able to support this difficult journey of uniting India, fearing the threats of BJP, cross over to those who break (they) should understand that India is watching,” he added.

    The eight MLAs joined the BJP in the presence of Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and state BJP chief Sadanand Shet Tanavade.

    In a similar move in July 2019, 10 Congress MLAs had switched over to the BJP in Goa. The BJP retained power in the coastal state after sssembly elections in March this year. It has 20 MLAs in the Assembly, while the Congress’ strength will be depleted from 11 to three.

    NEW DELHI: The crossing over of eight of its Goa MLAs to the BJP is part of the ruling party’s ‘Operation Kichad’, the Congress said on Wednesday and claimed the “break” was fast-tracked because of the visible success of its Bharat Jodo Yatra.

    In a body blow to the party in Goa, eight of the Congress’ 11 MLAs, including former chief minister Digambar Kamat, joined the ruling BJP. Congress is now left with just three MLAs in the 40-member Assembly.

    “Operation Kichad of BJP in Goa has been fast-tracked because of the visible success of the Bharat Jodo Yatra. BJP is nervous,” Congress general secretary in charge of communications Jairam Ramesh said in a tweet.

    “A daily dose of diversion & disinformation is handed out to undermine the Yatra. We remain undeterred. We will overcome these dirty tricks of the BJP,” he said.

    His party colleague Pawan Khera echoed him and said the BJP, rattled by the Bharat Jodo Yatra, had organised ‘Operation Kichad (mud)’ in the coastal state.

    “Once again it has been proven that the BJP can only break,” the Congress’ communication department head said in a tweet in Hindi.

    “Those who are not able to support this difficult journey of uniting India, fearing the threats of BJP, cross over to those who break (they) should understand that India is watching,” he added.

    The eight MLAs joined the BJP in the presence of Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and state BJP chief Sadanand Shet Tanavade.

    In a similar move in July 2019, 10 Congress MLAs had switched over to the BJP in Goa. The BJP retained power in the coastal state after sssembly elections in March this year. It has 20 MLAs in the Assembly, while the Congress’ strength will be depleted from 11 to three.

  • Supreme Court stays ongoing demolition of Goa’s Curlies restaurant

    By PTI

    NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the demolition of a restaurant at Anjuna in North Goa which was in the news recently following the death of BJP leader Sonali Phogat, after its counsel claimed the relevant regulations were not applicable as the building was in existence prior to 1991.

    A bench comprising Chief Justice Uday Umesh Lalit and justices S Ravindra Bhat and P S Narasimha heard the matter on an urgent basis after the counsel for the restaurant owner claimed the demolition was already underway while he was arguing the case.

    “Considering the fact that the impugned order was passed on September 06, 2022 and the fact that the demolition has been going on, we have taken this matter on Board and heard learned counsel,” the bench said.

    Senior lawyer Huzefa Ahmadi, appearing for restaurant owner Linet Nunes, referred to certain documents to submit that “the structure in Survey No.42/10 was in existence prior to the year 1991” and it cannot be punished for the violation of the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms.

    He said that only “Survey No.42/10 belongs” to Nunes and other structures do not belong to him. “Consistent with the statement made by the learned senior Advocate on behalf of the appellant, structures in existence in lands other than Survey No. 42/10, are not covered by the width of this Order. Resultantly, if there be any unauthorized construction in lands other than Survey No. 42/10, the demolition can certainly go on. (b) There shall be a stay of demolition with respect to structures standing on Survey No. 42/10 subject to the appellant not undertaking any commercial activity in or with respect to said structure,” it said.

    Passing an order, the bench asked the counsel for the Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority to convey the order to the authorities instantly for compliance.

    The bench asked the restaurant and bar owner of ‘Curlies’ restaurant to suspend commercial activities for the time being.

    The Goa government on Friday morning began demolishing the restaurant for alleged violation of the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms.

    Meanwhile, the demolition of parts of Curlies Restaurant resumed Friday afternoon following a brief halt due to a Supreme Court order.

    The apex court earlier in the day stayed the demolition so the action was halted for a few hours, but the order was limited to only the part of the restaurant standing on a particular survey number, said a senior official of the Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) in Panaji.

    Phogat was found partying at the outlet hours before her death. Its owner Edwin Nunes was among five persons arrested in the Phogat death case and he was later granted bail.

    The action against the restaurant was initiated after its owner failed to get any respite from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) against the 2016 demolition order of the GCZMA.

    The case was heard on September 6 by the NGT bench chaired by Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel. The bench had upheld the order of GCZMA disposing of the petition filed by the restaurant management.

    On Thursday, the district administration had issued a notice asking its demolition squad to raze the structure on Friday.

    NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the demolition of a restaurant at Anjuna in North Goa which was in the news recently following the death of BJP leader Sonali Phogat, after its counsel claimed the relevant regulations were not applicable as the building was in existence prior to 1991.

    A bench comprising Chief Justice Uday Umesh Lalit and justices S Ravindra Bhat and P S Narasimha heard the matter on an urgent basis after the counsel for the restaurant owner claimed the demolition was already underway while he was arguing the case.

    “Considering the fact that the impugned order was passed on September 06, 2022 and the fact that the demolition has been going on, we have taken this matter on Board and heard learned counsel,” the bench said.

    Senior lawyer Huzefa Ahmadi, appearing for restaurant owner Linet Nunes, referred to certain documents to submit that “the structure in Survey No.42/10 was in existence prior to the year 1991” and it cannot be punished for the violation of the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms.

    He said that only “Survey No.42/10 belongs” to Nunes and other structures do not belong to him. “Consistent with the statement made by the learned senior Advocate on behalf of the appellant, structures in existence in lands other than Survey No. 42/10, are not covered by the width of this Order. Resultantly, if there be any unauthorized construction in lands other than Survey No. 42/10, the demolition can certainly go on. (b) There shall be a stay of demolition with respect to structures standing on Survey No. 42/10 subject to the appellant not undertaking any commercial activity in or with respect to said structure,” it said.

    Passing an order, the bench asked the counsel for the Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority to convey the order to the authorities instantly for compliance.

    The bench asked the restaurant and bar owner of ‘Curlies’ restaurant to suspend commercial activities for the time being.

    The Goa government on Friday morning began demolishing the restaurant for alleged violation of the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms.

    Meanwhile, the demolition of parts of Curlies Restaurant resumed Friday afternoon following a brief halt due to a Supreme Court order.

    The apex court earlier in the day stayed the demolition so the action was halted for a few hours, but the order was limited to only the part of the restaurant standing on a particular survey number, said a senior official of the Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) in Panaji.

    Phogat was found partying at the outlet hours before her death. Its owner Edwin Nunes was among five persons arrested in the Phogat death case and he was later granted bail.

    The action against the restaurant was initiated after its owner failed to get any respite from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) against the 2016 demolition order of the GCZMA.

    The case was heard on September 6 by the NGT bench chaired by Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel. The bench had upheld the order of GCZMA disposing of the petition filed by the restaurant management.

    On Thursday, the district administration had issued a notice asking its demolition squad to raze the structure on Friday.