A walk on the heritage side at this year’s Malar Bonderam
The ‘St Mathias Bonderam’, Malar, was celebrated on August 17 on the famous island of Divar, roughly 12 kms north-east of Panjim, the state capital. It is reached by ferry from Old Goa as well as Ribandar. As always, it was organized and hosted by Sao Mathias Sports Club, near their club premises, and the […]
From Chorla to Guirim, the flooding in Goa is the worst yet
With heavy rains lashing Goa for the past 48 hours, and with more to come, Goa appears to be sinking. On social media and various messaging apps, pictures and videos are being shared of the devastation that has rocked Goa since late Saturday night. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert indicating that […]
With Tiffin Factory, healthy Goan lunches are just a call away
Food, essential to everyone’s survival. A great meal can definitely make anybody’s day bright. But for most of those, who travel to different cities for work, having a good, hot and, homemade meal sounds like a dream. Most of the youngsters and office-goers today have poor food habits. With busy schedules and long working hours […]
Tourist drowns in Candolim as heavy monsoon rains intensify
Goa has seen more rain this monsoon than it has in the past few years. Thanks to a spate of cyclones that have passed over the state, Goa’s rain deficit has been eliminated. Due to the incessant rainfall all of last week and the week before, many parts of Goa, including Panjim are completely waterlogged. […]
This is Goa’s first disabled-friendly, wheelchair accessible restaurant
Most of the restaurants around the city are complete with tasty food, pleasant ambience and great service. However, Peep Kitchen at Taleigao has something more to offer. What makes it unique is the fact that it is now wheelchair accessible, making it Goa’s first (and probably only) disabled-friendly, family restaurant. Peep Kitchen located at Taleigao, […]
These pharmacies in Goa are open 24 hours a day
You never know when a medical emergency can hit. It could be something minor like a cut or bruise, or it could be something major that requires immediate hospitalization. A few days ago, we did an article about how the government has made available a health insurance scheme that provides Rs. 2.5 lakh worth of […]
Shocking details revealed in harassment case against Estonio Almeida by Cecille Rodrigues
In a case that has taken the local and national media by storm, dancer, actress, and former AAP electoral candidate, Cecille Rodrigues, has publically revealed damning evidence of gross sexual harassment by one Estonio Almeida. In multiple Facebook posts, Cecille has exposed how Estonio Almeida has, on multiple occasions, sent lewd and vulgar text messages […]
Founder, Utkarsh Dabhade, answers “how does Goa Miles work?”
In a recent presentation made to the press and other stakeholders, Founder, CEO, and Managing Director of Goa Miles, Utkarsh Dabhade answered the burning question, how does Goa Miles work? dispelling various myths and concerns about the app being a threat to the local taxi business. During the press conference, Dabhade explained with the help […]
Today, the 18th of June, we celebrate Goa Revolution Day
In the heart of Panjim lies one of its most famous roads. A favourite shopping location for both locals and tourists alike, 18th June Road is home to a lot of shops known for their fantastic wares. And like most of the main roads in Goa, its history is well-known. Today, the 18th of June, […]
Goan comic Daniel Fernandes brings Shadows home one last time
The last few years have been a roller coaster journey for Daniel Fernandes. The Goan comic who has settled in Mumbai started his career in 2011, and since then has made a name for himself on the local and international stage. With performances in over 10 countries, including major festivals like the Melbourne International Comedy […]
