Don Bosco College, Panjim Signs MoU with Fifteen73 Media
The Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at Don Bosco College, Panjim, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fifteen73 Media, a creative agency specializing in public relations, corporate communications, brand strategy, content development, and contemporary media solutions. The MoU, signed on 12 August 2025 by Rev. Fr. Kinley D’Cruz, Director of Don […]
Report of Interclass Football Tournament
The Department of Physical Education and Sports at Don Bosco College, Panjim, organized an exciting Inter-Class Football Tournament from August 9th to 14th. This event showcased the college’s commitment to promoting sports and physical activity among its students and faculty. The tournament was structured into two formats: a 9-aside format for the men’s teams and […]
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 […]
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, […]
Independence Day 2025 in Goa – Celebrations, Culture & Events
Every year on 15 August, Goa joins the rest of India in celebrating Independence Day with pride and gratitude, marking the nation’s freedom from British rule in 1947. In 2025, the day is set to be observed with the same enthusiasm, blending patriotic fervor with Goa’s unique cultural identity. Official State Celebrations in Panjim Across […]
