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, […]
Palm Sunday 2025: A Celebration of Jesus’ Triumphal Entry
The Beginning of Passion Week On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Christians around the world will celebrate Palm Sunday, marking the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, just one week before His resurrection. As He approached the holy city, He prepared to complete His journey toward Golgotha. Jesus came to save the lost, and this moment […]
MOG Founder Subodh Kerkar to Recount Goa’s Known and Untold Histories at Kala Academy Lecture
~ Kerkar’s lecture, ‘Glimpses of Goa’s Histories,’ will explore both well-known and lesser-explored aspects of Goa and its significance to India’s history. Renowned artist Dr Subodh Kerkar will take the stage at Kala Academy in Panaji on April 5 to deliver a lecture titled ‘Glimpses of Goa’s Histories,’ which will shed light on various facets of […]
Urrak: Goa’s Beloved Summer Spirit
As summer sets in, a familiar question echoes across Goan households—where to find the best Urrak? This beloved local drink has been an integral part of Goan culture for generations, cherished for its light, refreshing character. But what exactly is Urrak? Urrak is the first distilled cashew juice, made from fermented cashew apples. The fruit […]
Dr. Namrata Gauns
In the world of medicine, dedication and compassion are the pillars that define a truly exceptional physician. Dr. Namrata Gauns, a General Physician from Merces, Goa, embodies these qualities through her unwavering commitment to patient care. With an educational journey that began at Goa Medical College (GMC), she now serves as a Medical Officer at […]
Dr. Nikita Das
Veterinary medicine is a field that demands not just knowledge and expertise but also immense compassion. For Dr. Nikita Das, a State Veterinary Consultant for the Directorate of Health Services (DHS) Goa and the founder of Woofs and Mews Pet Clinic, veterinary care is a lifelong passion inspired by her mother, Dr. Veena, who is […]
Dr. Sneha Pai Kakode
Dr. Sneha Pai Kakode, a distinguished Consultant Skin, Hair, and Nail Specialist at Kakode’s Skin and Child Health Clinic, is redefining dermatological care with her expertise and compassionate approach. Having completed her MBBS and MD in Dermatology from Goa Medical College, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice, offering innovative treatments […]
Mishap Averted at Palolem Beach; Two Pune Kayakers Rescued from Drowning
~ Six rescued over the extended Eid weekend and first aid administered to one beachgoer. Two kayakers from Pune were rescued from drowning off Palolem beach in South Goa by Drishti Marine lifesavers during the extended Eid weekend, which also witnessed the rescue of two foreign nationals off the state’s coastline. Palolem beach: Two men from […]
