Fashion in the capital city with Glitterati 2018 on the 11th of November
Fashion is a big part of Indian society. Whether it’s a fashion-related event or just a Page3 party, the pictures say it all. Everyone who is anyone or even those wanting to be someone will be there, dressed from head to toe in whatever the latest fashion. But while most of it is wearable, there […]
St Augustine Tower is one of Goa’s most spectacular monuments
It’s an iconic structure that is visible to all that approach Goa’s former capital of Old Goa from the old Ponte Conde de Linhares route. Tourists visit it all year round without knowing anything about it. This edifice that is now in a state of ruins has also been reproduced thousands of time on postcards […]
The relics of St Ketevan return to India after a year in Georgia
Every year at the end of February, the St Augustine Tower at Old Goa becomes the site of the Ketevan World Music Festival. This is an event that is awaited by many, especially those that love classical music. The Ketevan World Music Festival is an event that pairs music with a religious coexistence; a space […]
The startup ecosystem gets off to a great start at IdeaLab 2018
The race to set up Goa as one of the biggest technology hubs in India after Bangalore and Hyderabad is on. The Goa Institute of Management played host to the WIEF IdeaLab 2018, an international conference that saw over 300 startups participate at this distinguished event. The idea behind bringing such an event to the […]
The veneration of the beloved Infant Jesus at the Colva Fama 2018
Colva is one of Goa’s best-known beachside villages. In the old days, it was a favorite among Shashtikars for their family picnics with its white, sandy beach and gently swaying coconut trees that offered some respite from the hot sun. Over the years, this beach has become popular with tourists and is visited by many […]
Get your fill of deliciousness at Wok n Roll’s Crab Festival
Goa has always been known for its tasty food. Seafood is a staple part of most people’s meals throughout the day in Goa. In fact, people will often go to local restaurants just for something called a fish thali. This is a meal that is served with rice/chappati, a prawn curry, a tiny bit of […]
Chatting with Noreen Van Holstein, festival director of LaLaLand Goa
If you find yourself in Goa this weekend, looking for something to do, look no further than Nagoa, Arpora. What’s happening there, you ask? It’s the scene of one of Goa’s magical festivals. Taking place on the grounds of a beautiful old Goan mansion, LalaLand Goa is a festival of joy, magic, happiness and, music. […]
Drishti rescue for victims of Cyclone Luban and Cyclone Titli
Everyone knows how bad the monsoon season is in Goa. While nature gets a thorough shower and comes off sparkling in the aftermath, there is still a dangerous element to the season. Dams may overflow, rivers turn into relentless forces and the sea is beautiful but cruel to anyone that ventures in. Now, even though […]
9 days of Navratri with Dandiya Raas, ending with Dusshera
It’s time for yet another festival in Goa. However, it’s not one that is native to Goa but rather, has been adopted and adapted by the sunshine state of India. We’re talking about Navratri. Navratri is a 9-day Hindu festival which is celebrated in October for a variety of reasons. Even the way it is […]
WIEF IdeaLab 2018 to take place in Goa next week courtesy of GIM
Technology is on the rise in Goa. Once seen as only a popular tourist destination for its beaches and nightlife, it is fast becoming a technology hotspot as well with startups setting up base here. While most of these have started out small, there are a few that have a minimum of 100 employees while […]
