Government Primary Schools get Grant-in-Aid
Primary schools offering education in Konkani/Marathi, which have availed a one-time grant of Rs.12 Lakh from the government are now permitted to switch to a new scheme. Under the new scheme, grant-in-aid primary recognized schools, imparting education in Konkani/Marathi medium of instruction, will be eligible for a grant of 400 per student per month for […]
‘Speed Governors’ to monitor rash Transport drivers
By August-end, all new and old transport vehicles will mandatorily be required to install ‘Speed Governors’, limiting the speed to a maximum of 80 km per hour, a move aimed at controlling rash and negligent drivers in Goa. Speed Limiting Gadget The transport department has issued a notification, specifying the type of vehicles to be fitted […]
Sancoale Comunidade Agees to New mobile towers
The recent general meeting of the Sancoale Comunidade unanimously resolved to grant NOC for the setting up of a mobile phone tower in its property. After the members were informed that mobile phone towers were urgently needed for better phone and internet connectivity by Sancoale Comunidade President Ramakant Borkar, the issue was discussed. The members’ […]
Rediscovering Macau in Goa
Goa and Macau share a unique identity, with both places having been former colonies of Portugal. The history is now being revisited and celebrated, with an exciting Photography competition. History A trading port was established in Macau by the Portuguese in 1557, where a trading route was set up with the commencement of the Macau […]
A Tourist Haven – Goa!
Goa is a Tourist Haven. From beaches, forts, wildlife sanctuaries, temples, churches, heritage houses, Latin quarter, museums to architectural marvels, just to mention a few. The list compiled below contains the top spots tourists’ can explore during their stay in Goa. 1) Old Goa The area bloomed under the Portuguese rule until it was abandoned as […]
Snake bites – Dos and Don’ts
It is difficult for the common man to identify venomous snakes. If one encounters a snake, he or she must proceed with caution. Pollution and human encroachments are the main reasons for the rise in the number of snake attacks in Goa. Charan Dessai from ‘Study and Awareness of Wildlife and Environment’ (SAWE) an NGO said that […]
Nominations on for State Youth Award
From its initial budget of Rs.10 Lakhs, when it was first opened in 1973, the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs in Goa, has snowballed into a giant institution and has helped many athletes, especially in the fields of Football, Athletics, Diving, Swimming, Boxing, Judo, Baseball, Taekwondo, Chess and Shooting. These great sports men and […]
‘Ekvottacho Dis’ – Keeps Goan traditions alive and kicking!
The fourth edition of ‘Ekvottacho Dis’ was celebrated by the villagers of Carmona on August 15. Besides being the day India got its Independence, it is also the feast of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Ekvottacho Dis is organised with the sole aim of promoting camaraderie among goans from different faiths. The day began […]
Goa bags another prestigious Tourism award
Goa has won yet another award for tourism. The state picked up the accolade for “Best Beach Destination” at the India Travel Awards 2016. The award was collected by Mr. D.B Sawant, General Manager, GTDC, at the gala ceremony which took place at Novotel in Pune, recently. “Goa is bestowed with beautiful beaches across the […]
Reason to cheer! – Konkani film makers
Great news for Goans across the globe! The world will soon witness a digital revolution in Goan entertainment. Konkani Entertainment Long after the digital age came to being, the Goan diaspora had little or no access to recent Konkani movies and tiatr. However, this situation has changed (finally)! Goans can enjoy Konkani movies, dramas, short films and music […]