How did 18th June Road get its name?
Many places in Goa are named in such a way that the name itself gives rise to curiosity. One of these places is 18th June Road. Why is it named so? It’s a question that puzzles many tourists and locals alike when they visit it. The area in the vicinity of the road serves as […]
Don Bosco Students Design a Rolling Bridge
Five final year students of Don Bosco Engineering College, Fatorda in a commendable achievement have constructed a rolling or curling bridge. This is considered to be a great leap forward in mobile bridge designs. Currently, the only bridge of such engineering is present in London where the bridge spans an inlet of the Grand Union […]
More room to park in Panjim
Ever been in a’ jam’ in Panaji, a ‘traffic jam!’? Ever experienced difficulty in finding sufficient parking? Well, be of good cheer! Now all those woes could be a thing of the past, as the planned, spacious car park at Patto, (Panaji) will be thrown open to the public. The project cost was estimated at […]
Wheelchair Holiday Winner Arrives in Goa
Panaji, Goa witnessed an unimaginable event on Saturday, 30th August. The Differnetly-abled had gathered to welcome a twenty five year old Graphic Designer. The amazing part was, this group of physically challenged people had assembled to welcome Sai Kaustuv Dasgupta, who arrived from Andhra Pradesh on a ‘wheelchair accessible’ holiday. A first-of-its-kind event in Goa. […]
Impact of plastic debris on marine animals
The Goan coastline, marred with plastic debris, isn’t news and neither a rare phenomenon. But what’s making news and a major cause for concern is its impact on the State’s marine life. Do animals in general have the ability to distinguish debris from food or natural elements? What about marine animals? Are these creatures under […]
1st August- The day Pao rises?
‘Pao’ meaning bread in Portuguese, has been a part of the Goan’s staple diet for centuries. Be it breakfast, lunch or dinner, the traditional Pao is never far from the kitchen table as it acts as the perfect cushion for a sandwich, be it ‘cutlet pao’ or ‘choris pao’, or equally savoured to mop the […]
Mhadei river issue flares up again! Buses to Karnataka suspended
Many places in Northern Karnataka saw protests erupting on Wednesday, 27th July. They were mainly due to the decision taken by the Mhadei Water disputes tribunal, which favoured Goa. The decision has prohibited Karnataka from diverting 7.56 TMC into the Malaprabha basin from the Mhadei river until further notice. Following these developments the Goa government […]
WIFI coming to Schools in Goa
As technology is becoming an increasing part of our everyday lives, the government is planning to roll out a pilot project which will see 10 educational institutions in the state acquire WIFI. It has been reported that The Info Tech Corporation of Goa (ITG) has submitted a proposal to oversee the project. It is expected […]
Preventive measures for bird flu in Goa
Recent news reports have indicated that an outbreak of bird flu may be looming. Reports a few months ago had indicated this development, however, it wasn’t confirmed at the time. Since the 24th of July, the South Goa magistrate has put a ban on import of poultry from the neighbouring state of Karnataka. The outbreak […]
Beach lovers! 11 water sports you need to try
Goa’s beaches are obviously the main attraction of the state. But it’s not only the land that is dotted with people. If you look skywards, you’ll find some in the sky screaming their lungs out! If you are a water sports junkie, Goa is the treasure you have been looking out for, hosting loads of beach activities. […]
