Weaving Roots: The Enduring Spirit of Kunbi Weavers in Goa
A Journey Through Time and Terrain Sieving through a dense layer of transport, haphazard and junky on a hard road, one begins to feel a shift. The chaos of the city fades, giving way to a cool breeze, soft mud trails, and dense foliage. The road leads to Paliem, a quiet settlement in Goa inhabited […]
Punit Advances to Men’s Singles, Boys U-18 Semis at Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana Open 2025
Punit Fadte continued his fine run in the ongoing Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana Open 2025, breezing past number one seed Siddharth Nunes 6-1 in the men’s singles, while securing another spot in the boys u-18 semifinals defeating Devaansh Naik 6-0. Joining Punit in the men’s singles semis is Santosh Gorawar, who held off a spirited challenge […]
Penitential Procession of Saints 2025
Thousands of devotees from across Goa, India, and the world gathered at St Andrew’s Church in Goa-Velha. For the solemn and spiritually moving Penitential Procession of Saints (Santanchem Pursanv). Held during the fifth week of Lent. The event united people of different faiths and backgrounds in a powerful display of devotion and reflection. Auxiliary Bishop […]
Bhaavya Set for Quarter-Final Showdown with Sister Tithee at the Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana Open 2025
Bhaavya Bhoomkar kept her impressive run alive across three categories at the Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana Tennis Open 2025, storming into the semi-finals of the girls u-14 and reaching the quarter-finals in both the girls u-18 and ladies singles events. She is now set to face her elder sister, top seed Tithee Bhoomkar, in what promises […]
Mango Kulfi: Goa’s Creamy Summer Delight
Mango kulfi is a classic Indian dessert that brings together the richness of traditional kulfi and the fruity freshness of ripe mangoes. Loved across the country, especially during the scorching summer months, this frozen treat is often seen as India’s answer to ice cream—but denser, creamier, and more flavorful. What Makes Mango Kulfi Special? Unlike […]
Patil, Naik Pack a Punch; Reach U-18 QFs at Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana Tennis Open 2025
Shreyas Patil put in a statement performance in the boys u-18 pre-quarterfinals at the ongoing Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana Tennis Open 2025, blanking Vihaan Krishnan 6-0 in a commanding win to secure his place in the quarter-finals of the prestigious state-ranking tournament. Vedant Naik joined Shreyas Patil in the quarter finals with a solid 6-2 win […]
Calangute: Goa’s Coastal Gem
From Fishermen’s Land to Global Destination Located just nine miles north of Goa’s capital, Calangute gets its name from “Koli-gutti,” a term that refers to the land of fishermen. Over the decades, this once-quiet village has evolved into a bustling hotspot, thanks to the hippie movement of the 1960s and ’70s. Backpackers from around the […]
Ayurveda Expert, Conservationist Dr Maryanne Lobo Rekindles Goa with Its Natural Heritage at MOG Sunday Lecture
~ Ayurvedic expert highlights the need to preserve Goa’s medicinal plant legacy at MOG Sundays. ~ Lobo emphasises the link between biodiversity, traditional wisdom and modern wellness. In an age where modern medicine reigns supreme, Dr Maryanne Lobo is staging a quiet rebellion… with leaves, roots and flowers. The well-known Goan Ayurvedic physician, on a […]
Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana Tennis Open 2025 Gets Underway; Dmitry advances to QF
Dmitry Smirnov advanced to the quarter finals of the masters 45+ singles category of the second edition of the Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana Tennis Open, which got underway at the Panjim Gymkhana in the state capital on Friday. Dmitry defeated Anup Sardesai 6-0 in the pre-quarter final match. Earlier, Anup defeated Vinod Chandra 6-4 ahead of […]
What Women Carry’ Explores the Various Weights Women Bear Through Art at Museum of Goa
~ The dual exhibition features the works of Goan artists Harshada Kerkar and Chaitali Morajkar. Two well-known Goan women artists, Harshada Kerkar and Chaitali Morajkar, explore women’s resilience, the aspirations they hold and the various weights that they carry, in a unique exhibition, ‘What Women Carry’, that is being showcased at the Museum of Goa, […]
