Checkout what a mosquito can do to humans!
After last summer’s scorching heat, the rains arrived as a welcome relief to Goans. The rains however brought their own set of worries with them. It is a well known fact that stagnated water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Hence, it is very important to keep the surroundings clean, especially making sure the water […]
Roads in Goa which haunt us
Goa has a history of haunting stories, some about churches, some about bridges and there are even some on houses which are haunted by supernatural forces. There have been tales of people facing terrifying moments while commuting in Goa. Here are a list of roads which are said to have haunted people in the past. NH-17 […]
Jewel of Goa, not originally Goan?
There are many aspects of Goa unknown by us locals. Some of them are hidden in plain sight. Don’t believe me? Let me give you an example. Anacardium, originally derived from a Greek word, is the name given to a tree found in Goa. The name refers to the unusual location of the seed, outside the […]
Bring Your Balcony to Life
With the ever increasing population and the ever shrinking living space in Goa, lush lawns, large verandas and lofty courtyards are turning into luxuries. We have to be content with the little space that we can afford to live in. Balconies hold special places in our lives. It is our window to the world. A […]
Explore the unknown depths of Goa
Did you know, India’s first scuba diving school was established in 1991 by William Downie. He was a Scotsman and an experienced diver. Downie was noted as one of the first divers to explore the Goan coast during his time working with the Indian Navy. Find out more by reading the rest of this article. […]
An unusual answer to Goa’s road safety problem
Goa is the smallest state in India and it has one of the highest number of vehicles per capita, not only in the country but in the world. Economic progress and increased accessibility to funds has lead to a spike in the amount of motor vehicles being purchased in Goa. It is not wrong to […]
Chapora River Destruction Project
The Goa Government is planning an ambitious tourism development plan for Chapora River and the surrounding areas. It is likely to boost tourism, according to the people behind boosting the project. The Government has set up a committee – the River Chapora Development Committee. The committee is under the chairmanship of Captain of Ports to […]
Mud Huts to Tree Houses – Goa’s Eco-Resorts
Have you heard of eco-resorts in Goa? Well on your next trip do your bit to save the environment without compromising on your comfort. Turn away from the typical “touristy” resorts and perhaps stay in a stylish eco-resort in Goa that offers everything from unique tree house accommodation to comfortable beach lodges with perfect picturesque […]
Why is Goa being pushed to use LED bulbs?
Union Minister of state for Power, Coal and new and renewable Energy, Piyush Goyal had announced in June this year that the Government will be distributing the three Light-Emitting Diode (LED) bulbs free to 5 lakh consumers from July 8 to July 17. The bulbs were already being provided at a subsidised rate of Rs. 25 […]
Paliem – Some lesser known tales
There are two great incidents that took place in this quaint little village of Paliem in the past. Paliem is considered to be the birth place of Saint Sohirobanath Ambiye, who was a great contributor in the spiritual field. The village also shares a close link with the history of Goa’s fight for liberation from […]