What does the cryptic crossword clue "No 1 story from part of India (6)" mean?

The definition is "No 1". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GOA (synonym of "part of India") + LIE (synonym of "story"); definition: "No 1" The answer is GOALIE.

No 1 story from part of India (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29041 | 5 Across | 2023-04-11 flower

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