Damodar Mauzo – Goa’s noted Konkani writer
Born to a Gaud Saraswat Brahman family, Damodar Mauzo lost his father at the tender age of 12. Having to work and study side-by-side he completed his schooling in Goa with Marathi, Portuguese and English as the mediums of instruction. He went on to graduate in Mumbai at the R.A. Podar College of Commerce and […]
The wonderful world of books at the Goa State Central Library in Panjim
Reading is a favorite pasttime of a lot of people. Each one’s taste in books is different and people tend to visit bookstores looking out for their favorites. If they can’t be found, they’ll turn to the online world and pick up books from a website like Amazon. However, not everyone is inclined to take […]
Institute Menezes Braganza, a prominent cultural institution in Goa
The Institute Menezes Braganza is an iconic building in Panjim. Located along the main road that leads to Dona Paula, it has been around for decades. In fact, this institution was commissioned and built during Portuguese rule in Goa, in the late 19th century. An institution that promotes literature, art, and culture in the state […]
Goa schools will soon have to give admission to every child in the state
Education is an absolute must for every individual growing up. Sadly this is not the reality in a country as vast as India. But, it could soon be one in Goa once the Chief Minister, Mr. Manohar Parrikar’s announcement about the neighborhood school concept is implemented. Holding the Education portfolio for the state, CM Parrikar […]
Four Goan films will be shown at IFFI 2017 along with new activities
The IFFI 2017 is set to be a grand extravaganza this year with some different activities. From the 20th of November to the 28th there is going to be lots for delegates and non-delegates at the film festival which happens every year towards the end of November. This year, there are four Goan films scheduled […]
National award-winning Konkani films
You must be aware of National award-winning Bollywood movies but did you know that even our Konkani films have won so many awards for their strong script and great actors? Let’s have a look at National award-winning Konkani films that have raised the bar for Goan Cinema in the world of entertainment. K Sera Sera […]
“It could have been anybody else,” says the Goan Nun, Lucy Britto
“It could have been anybody else,” says the Goan Nun Sr. Lucy humbly. Sitting inside the archives section of the Vatican for seven hours every day, Sr. Lucy opens loads of mail that Pope Francis receives. She is the only Indian among 300-odd staff rendering this service at the Papal Secretariat. Her job is to […]
CM Presents Rs 16,270 cr Goa Budget 2017 – 2018
Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar presented the Goa Budget 2017 – 2018 in the Goa State Legislative Assembly on Friday. Parrikar presented a revenue surplus Goa budget of Rs 202.48 cr. The Gross budget size for 2017-18 is Rs 16,270 cr as against Rs 14,694 cr in 2016-17.Rs 10,872 cr estimated revenue; Rs 10,670 cr estimated […]
TEDxPanaji all set to inspire with ‘Thinkers’ and ‘Doers’
After inspiring the world through discussions and motivational stories, the first independently organised TEDxPanaji will be held in Goa. When? The event will take place on Saturday, January 28. Where? At the Chemistry Department Auditorium, Department of Science, Goa University Campus, Taleigao. For those unfamiliar with TEDx events, thinkers and doers will meet on a single […]
Novenas and the Feast of St. Francis Xavier: How it all came into existence
9 day Novenas held for the feast of St. Francis Xavier from 24th November, culminates on the 3rd of December, the Feast Day. The story behind the ‘Novena of Grace’ dates back to December 1633. It began on March 4th that year and ended on the 12th, the day of the canonization of St. Francis […]
