Chovoth Festival Traditions 2025
When people hear of Ganesh Chaturthi, they often picture the grand processions and vibrant street celebrations of Maharashtra. But in Goa, the festival—known locally as Chovoth—is a more intimate, soulful, and community-centered affair. Nestled in the lush green monsoon landscape, Goa celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi with devotion, simplicity, and traditions that bind families and villages together. […]
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 in Goa – Traditions, Rituals & Festivities
Ganesh Chaturthi, or Chavath as it is fondly known in Goa, is more than just a festival. It is a homecoming of Lord Ganesha filled with devotion, rituals, and vibrant celebrations. Goan families and communities will celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi in 2025 with the same enthusiasm that has bound them together for generations. The Spiritual Significance […]
DBC-Panjim Excels in GU’s Intercollegiate Badminton Tournament
The Intercollegiate Badminton Tournament, organized by Goa University’s sports section, took place from August 5 to 8, 2025, at the SAG Indoor Stadium in Campal, Panjim. A total of 45 colleges participated in the men’s section, while 39 colleges represented the women’s section, highlighting the significant interest and participation of women’s teams in the event. […]
DBC-Panjim Conquers SXC-Mapusa in GU’s Intercollegiate Basketball Tournament
The Inter-College Basketball Tournament, organized by the Goa University Sports Section, was held from August 19 to 22, 2025, at the Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Navelim. This exciting event saw the participation of 17 men’s teams and 13 women’s teams from various colleges across Goa, all vying for the top spot in their respective categories. […]
Ukidiche Modak – The Sweet Essence of Ganesh Chaturthi
Ukidiche Modak holds a special place in Goan and Maharashtrian households during Ganesh Chaturthi, the festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Considered his favorite sweet, these steamed dumplings symbolize devotion, tradition, and the joy of family celebrations. What is Ukidiche Modak? Ukidiche Modak are steamed rice flour dumplings filled with a fragrant mixture of freshly grated […]
100 Not Out: Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias Hosts Sports Extravaganza during Centenary Celebrations
As part of its grand centenary year celebrations, Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias, in Miramar, hosted a three-day sports fiesta spanning multiple sports. Day 1 witnessed intense squash rallies and engaging pickleball matches, which set the tone for the fiesta. Day 2 was packed with action across snooker, carrom, table tennis, badminton and more pickleball […]
Shirts, Shoes and Syncretism: Historian Manu S. Pillai Speaks at Museum of Goa
~ The humble shirt, the historian said, became a colonial symbol of education and aspiration. ~ British rulers had to wait for a long while before they were allowed to wear footwear in Indian royal courts. Shirts, shoes and slippers, usually regarded as unremarkable articles of daily use, became unlikely markers of class, authority and […]
‘Cantaram for the Community’ Brings Goa’s Musical Heritage to Students of 17 Goan Schools
~ ‘Cantaram for the Community’ revived memories of the great masters of the cantaram craft through live performances, vinyl sessions and quizzes for students from 17 Goan schools. ~ The concerts were held at Carmel College, Nuvem and at St Xavier’s College, Mapusa. Students from 17 schools and colleges across Goa, including St Xavier’s College, […]
Nirponos: Goa’s Lesser-Known Breadfruit Delicacy
Among Goa’s culinary treasures hides a humble yet deeply nostalgic gem: Nirponos. Often mistaken for breadfruit or elephant yam, this seasonal specialty captures the essence of Goan home cooking and brings families—and communities—together during the monsoon months. Nirphanas, also known as breadfruit, is a fruit closely related to jackfruit. It is often found in Goa […]
Tribes of Goa: Guardians of Tradition and Culture
Beyond its golden beaches and Portuguese heritage, Goa is home to a rich tapestry of indigenous tribal communities who have preserved their traditions, rituals, and connection to nature for centuries. Recognized under the Scheduled Tribes category, these communities form an important part of Goa’s cultural identity. Major Tribes of Goa 1. Gauda Tribe The Gaudas, […]
