Chaotic traffic scenes on the route that runs between Panjim and Margao

It’s a scene that has become very familiar to everyone that travels from Margao to Panjim every day. Scores of vehicles stuck end to end on a stretch of road that has bridge and highway going on simultaneously, riddled with potholes. To make matters worse, no one seems to have any patience, resulting in massively […]
How did 15th August come to be celebrated as Independence Day in India?

15th August is India’s Independence Day and is the most important day in Indian history. It’s the day that this mighty country got its freedom from the British. People pay homage to the leaders that fought to make this a reality for the common man. In the days leading up to Independence Day, government buildings […]
Patoienchem Fest is back this Independence Day at Socorro Church Gardens

The much-awaited Patoienchem Fest is back this Independence Day, 15th August 2018. This year the Socorro Socio-Art and Cultural Association in collaboration with Goa Tourism Development Corporation will celebrate 7 Feasts. Villagers from all seven wards of Socorro viz. Ambirna, Arrarim, Carrem, Maina, Porvorim, Vaddem and Zosvaddo will come together to make the Fest a grand […]
Celebrate this Independence Day with some Tricolor delights

Besides being one of the most important days in India’s history, Independence Day is also celebrated with great fervor among the Indian people. In the capital city, a lot of people attend the Independence Day parade and hoisting of the tricolor. Others watch the event on tv. All over the country, special programs, contests, and […]
Drunk drivers booked in 315 cases by Goa police over the weekend

Everyone loves a good party in Goa. The cool sea breeze, the mouthwatering food, the availability of alcohol and the overall laid-back ambiance of the state, draw people by the thousands every year. But what happens if one decides to eat and make merry and then drive under the influence of alcohol? Drunk drivers in […]
Surla villagers want bars to remain permanently shut in their village

A month is almost up and the village of Surla’s liquor ban is on the verge of being lifted. However, the villagers are most upset about this and have threatened agitation if any of the bars in the village are reopened. From a one-month liquor ban in the village, they have now moved the government […]
Glitches in Goamiles App leave local public venting on social media

The much talked about Goamiles app for taxi services in the state, launched earlier this week. Originally seen as a blessing and much-needed tool for commuters and tourists, the app has not quite worked out the way it was supposed to. From technical glitches to a lack of vehicles showing availability on the app, perhaps […]
Learning about the art of printmaking in the village of Goa Velha

Art takes all kinds of forms. Painting, sculpture, drawing and even printmaking just to name a few. Goa is well versed with art and artifacts. The Goa State Museum, the Museum of Christian Art house a lot of pieces of art that are dear to Goa’s heritage. Printmaking isn’t talked about much but it’s interesting […]
GIM celebrates 25 years of imparting knowledge to management students

8th of August marked a very special occasion for the Goa Institute of Management Studies. Faculty members and students gathered together on campus to celebrate GIM day. The date was important because it was the 25th anniversary of the premier B-school for management studies. GIM is known for its fantastic courses and imparting of knowledge […]
The age old tradition of celebrating the Harvest festival in Goa

Celebrating the Harvest festival in Goa is a tradition that has been around for years. Two villages in Goa are famous for their celebrations; Raia in South Goa and Taleigão in North Goa. The feast is celebrated on the 5th of August with great excitement. The Harvest festival is centuries old One cannot begin to […]