Goa, RSS and Francis Xavier
Goa Tense: Protests Erupt After Ex-RSS Chief Demands 'DNA Test' Of St Francis Xavier's Relics
Massive protests erupted in Goa as people demanded arrest of former state RSS chief Subhash Velingkar after he called for a “DNA test” of the relics of Saint Francis Xavier, who is revered as the patron saint of Goa.
Former Goa RSS chief ‘absconding’, say police, after FIR over his remarks on St Francis Xavier
According to the FIR, the accused with “malicious intentions gave maligning speech against St Francis Xavier outraging the religious feelings and insulting religious beliefs of complainant, entire class of his religion and others”.
Tensions in Goa after Christians demand RSS leader's arrest over communal remarks
The comments made by the former chief of the RSS's Goa unit about Catholic missionary and saint St Francis Xavier have sparked protests by the Christian community, leading to tensions in parts of the state.
Rahul Gandhi reacts as protest erupts over ex-Goa RSS chief's remarks. What's the controversy?
Protesters demanded that Subhash Velingkar, former chief of RSS's state unit, be externed till the decennial exposition of St Francis Xavier is complete.
'BJP stoking communal tensions in Goa,' says Rahul Gandhi amid tensions in coastal state
Goa’s appeal lies in its natural beauty and the warmth and hospitality of its diverse and harmonious people. Unfortunately, under BJP rule, this harmony is under attack. The BJP is deliberately stoking communal tensions, with a former RSS leader provoking Christians and Sangh…
Locals, political leaders stage protest against ex-Goa RSS chief Velingkar in Old Goa
Locals and political leaders staged a protest in Old Goa on Sunday against Subhash Velingkar, former chief of RSS’s state unit, for his comment about St Francis Xavier, Goa’s patron saint. Like-minded people gathered for the protest in the morning,
BJP stoking communal tensions in Goa, its attempts will not go unchallenged: Rahul Gandhi
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday (October 6, 2024) accused the BJP of deliberately stoking communal tensions in Goa and asserted that the ruling party's attempts will not go unchallenged as the people of the state and the whole of India "see through this divisive agenda".
‘BJP Stoking Communal Tensions’ In Goa: Rahul Amid Protests Over Ex-RSS Leader's Remarks On St Francis Xavier
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of deliberately inciting communal tensions in Goa, asserting that such attempts will not go unchallenged.
'Attempts will not go unchallenged': Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP of stoking communal tensions in Goa
The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, accused BJP of inciting communal tensions in Goa, alleging deliberate provocations against Christians and calls for an economic boycott of Muslims.
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Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP of stoking communal tensions in Goa, says its attempts will not go unchallenged
He said across India, similar actions by the Sangh Parivar continue with impunity, backed by support from the highest levels.
Goa: Foreign travellers start arriving even before winter tourist season begins in full swing
As the peak tourist season is set to begin soon in Goa, the beaches, shacks, restaurants, and hotels are ready to welcome ...
Former RSS Goa chief absconding after FIR filed against his comments about Francis Xavier
The expelled Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh leader called for a DNA analysis of Xavier’s relics and said that he shouldn’t be ...
Former Goa RSS chief calls for DNA test of Saint Francis Xavier’s relics, kicks up a storm
St Francis Xavier, a Spanish Jesuit missionary, arrived in Goa, then a Portuguese colony, in 1542. He died in 1552 on Sancian ...
Goa Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 23.61 °C, check weather forecast for October 6, 2024
The temperature in Goa today, on October 6, 2024, is 29.77 °C. The day's forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature ...
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What is GOX Pass that will give massive discounts to tourists arriving at Goa's MOPA Airport; how to avail it
Goa's Manohar International Airport (MOPA) has launched the GOX Pass to enhance the tourism experience of visitors travelling ...
Goa education board reschedules Class 12 board exams dates for JEE 2025 – Check details
The Goa Board said the decision has been taken to accommodate requests from several higher secondary schools, parents, and ...
Goa kicks off tourist season early with beach shacks ready for visitors
Tourism in Goa begins earlier this year as beach shack operators are setting up their establishments ahead of the usual season. Around 80% of the 350 shacks are already in place. The early arrival of ...