Buddhist monks from Nepal pray for murdered Irish national McLaughlin
A group of 19 monks from Nepal while on a visit to Goa held a prayer service in the memory of murdered Irish national, Danielle McLaughlin at Devbhag in Canacona. The monks had left from Nepal in March and are on their way to Mundgod in Karnataka. They are to attend the inauguration of a new monestary […]
No more partying in Goa. Like seriously? Last few days to go…
However euphoric a moment can be, you have to accept the fact that it can’t last forever. In a recent statement, Goa Water Resources Minister Vinod Palyekar insisted on a complete ban on drug-ridden rave parties, and partying on beaches in the coastal state, Goa. Loud trance music, funky lights, cigarettes, booze, and drugs, is […]
Dubai bans Goan food ?
News that will be heartbreaking to several Goans in Dubai… information on Dubai banning Goan food…is going viral after the Consul General of India in Dubai published detailed guidelines on banned items on its website, citing Dubai Customs as a source. Often, people travelling from India to the UAE carry with them medicines and cooked […]
Carpet of Joy- An installation by Doctor Subodh Kerkar
The Big Picture- Carpet of Joy Museum of Goa (MOG) inaugurated ‘Carpet of Joy’, an installation by Goan sculptor Dr. Subodh Kerkar at Saligao Circle. It will be on display until May 30th, 2017. It has flowers made out of 1,50,000 discarded plastic bottles. The main aim of this installation is to raise awareness against littering […]
“Best is yet to come philosophy with my music and also my life”: Colin D’Cruz
Colin D’Cruz, a household name among Goa’s music lovers. A name that when taken transports one to a different world, a world of music of a different kind. In Colin’s words, he called his music ‘improvised’. A pioneer in the world of Jazz music in Goa, Colin D’cruz believes in a “best is yet to […]
Imagine a ‘Masterplan’ being hatched! In the guise of progress a health bomb
Imagine a ‘Masterplan’ being hatched! In the guise of progress a health bomb. The Union Minister Nitin Gadkari’s ‘Masterplan’ to increase the coal handling capacity at Mormugao Port using construction and development of roads and railways as a guise to promote Coal import into Goa is a health bomb waiting to explode. Deadly impact of […]
Wheelchair Users Enjoy an Accessible Beach Experience in Goa
For the very first time in Goa, wheelchair users are able to enjoy a completely accessible experience and relish the simple joys of digging their feet in the sand and floating in the open sea, yet be in a safe and secure environment. Goa’s Candolim beach is presently hosting #BeachFest2017 where wheelchair users have come […]
Shipwrecks make for a diver’s paradise in Goan waters
Goa a Diver’s paradise Shipwrecks in and around Goan waters have become a divers paradise. Besides, Goa is also famous for its coral reefs and amazing marine life. Diving to these shipwrecks not only gives you a glimpse of the underwater beauty but also that of Goa’s historical past. 18 species of fish life, including […]
Bhai cracks the whip!
Soon after accessing the throne, Parrikar ‘Bhai’ cracks the whip! It’s been just few days since former Defence Minister, Manohar Parrikar took charge as Chief Minister of Goa. Since ‘ascending the throne’ he has decided to prove his mettle once more. Cracking the whip on the evils that plague Goan society, Parrikar issues his ‘edict’ for […]
Drishti lifeguards conduct beach safety session for students
In an effort to educate children on beach safety and share a peek into what it’s like to be a lifeguard who saves lives every single day, the team of lifeguards at Drishti Lifesaving Pvt. Ltd. conducted a session for the students of Sharada Mandir School. The session conducted by Lalit Negi, General Manager, Training, Drishti […]
