Serendipity Arts Festival Announces Curators and Grants for its 10th Edition

In its largest-ever edition, the festival will have 35+ curators including Shubha Mudgal, Lillete Dubey, Ehsaan Noorani, Manu Chandra, Thukral & Tagra, and Geeta Chandran among others across disciplines like visual and performing arts, craft, culinary arts and accessibility. Serendipity Arts Festival (SAF) returns to Panaji, Goa in its landmark tenth edition, from December 12 […]

Goa Mango Festival

The Goa Mango Festival is a vibrant celebration of India’s most loved fruit — the mango. Held annually during the summer months, this festival attracts food lovers, families, and tourists to indulge in everything mango-related while soaking in Goa’s rich cultural spirit. With its mix of delicious mango varieties, local cuisine, cultural performances, and community […]

Goa Cashew Fest 2025

The third edition of the Goa Cashew Fest, organized by the Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC), will take place from April 25 to 27, 2025, at D.B. Grounds, Campal, Panaji. This annual celebration, known locally as “Kaju Ustav,” highlights the importance of cashew in Goa’s agricultural landscape while offering a captivating glimpse into the state’s […]

Guapa: A Culinary Gem in Goa 

Tucked away in the scenic landscape of Goa, Guapa is a Spanish restaurant & cocktail bar in Morjim village in North Goa serving Spanish-inspired dishes made using high-quality locally sourced ingredients, adding a Goan twist to the taste of Spain which symbolizes the essence of beauty. In August 2020, Priyanka Malik and Siddharth Thirani embarked […]

FLY91 Expands Ticketing Network; Ties up With Paytm 

~ The partnership between FLY91 and digital payment pioneer, Paytm, enables the airline to strengthen its commitment to being a digital-first airline.~ FLY91 and Paytm share a common goal of empowering Bharat through improved connectivity to Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns.  As part of its long-term digital strategy, India’s pure-play regional airline, FLY91, has […]

The Lazy Cabanas Goa

Nestled in the serene surroundings of Candolim, North Goa, The Lazy Cabanas Goa stands as a peaceful retreat that seamlessly blends comfort and nature. Founded by Haresh Divkar, a proud Goan from Arpora, this resort embodies his deep-rooted connection with the environment and hospitality. With wooden cottages overlooking lush green fields, guests can indulge in […]

Uncertified Recreational Scuba Diving Services are Damaging Goa’s Coral Reefs, Endangering Divers’ Lives, Says Expert

~ According to diving instructor Sinjini Chanda, people taken for recreational scuba diving by unregistered divers are transmitting infections to local coral systems in Goa by touching them as they are not informed. ~ The threat to Goa’s coral reefs and the importance of ocean conservation was highlighted at the recent MOG Sundays talk, which […]

Senior Advocate Urges Awareness of Data Privacy Laws in India

In light of the recent hacking and phishing scams suffered by Goa’s senior citizen population, the need for awareness of limiting digital platforms’ access to personal data,  existing data privacy laws and comprehending the information one has consented to share, is of the utmost importance, according to senior advocate M. Aravind Subramaniam. During the recently […]

Goa’s Mangroves and Their Ecological Importance

Nestled along Goa’s sprawling coastline and estuarine backwaters are the lush mangrove forests that serve as a silent yet powerful guardian of the state’s rich biodiversity. Often referred to as the “green lungs of the coast,” these mangroves are a vital component of Goa’s natural environment, offering both ecological and economic benefits. The Mangrove Ecosystem […]

IHCL Goa Resorts Partners with Bisleri International to Drive Sustainability with ‘Bench of Dreams’ Project

In a pioneering initiative that underscores a shared commitment to sustainability and community well-being, IHCL Goa Resorts has partnered with Bisleri International on their inspiring ‘Bench of Dreams’ project. This collaboration aligns seamlessly with IHCL’s forward-thinking Paathya framework, which focuses on sustainability, social impact, and creating holistic experiences for guests and the larger community. The […]