Street Providence, a big-hearted NGO in Goa
In a country of over a billion, more than 20% of the population lives below the poverty line. The smallest state in the country, Goa, has the third lowest percentage of people living below the poverty line. While there is any number of NGOs struggling to help the poor, one stands out more than others […]
The Grand Dam(e)s of Goa part 3 – The Chapoli dam
It’s a lesser known dam but no less picturesque than the Selaulim and Anjunem Keri dams in Goa. The Chapoli dam lies in an equally pretty location in the Canacona taluka in South Goa. It is yet another dam that serves a purpose in our tiny home state. While the other two were built mainly for […]
Killed in Curchorem over an alleged love quadrangle
Murder is something everyone is familiar with. Ever so often the newspapers are filled with stories of these. The reasons vary. From issues with money to crimes of passion, it’s commonplace to read at least one story every day in the media. Take the latest one about the murder in Curchorem. A woman allegedly killed […]
The Grand Dam(e)s of Goa part 2 – the Anjunem Keri Dam
Recently, we talked about the Selaulim Dam in Sanguem, South Goa. Now it’s time to focus on North Goa’s Anjunem Keri Dam in Sanquelim. This is yet another enchanting spot to visit if you want a change from the beaches of Goa. Sanquelim, also known as Sankhali, is approximately 30 kilometers (an hour away) from […]
Poker Sports League holds season 2 finale at Deltin Royale
When one thinks of Poker, casinos come to mind. The Mandovi river has around 5 of these already with rumors of more to come in. At least two of the casinos anchored in the river are owned by the Deltin Group. And starting today, the Poker Sports League (PSL) is holding its Season 2 finale […]
Summer camp at Nature’s Nest in Tambdi Surla from 18th – 20th May
Summer. The one time of the year when parents usually have no idea what to do with their kids. Most likely because they are bored and constantly underfoot. After, not everyone can afford to travel to other holiday destinations in the summer. The good news is that some hotels and even schools offer summer camps […]
Vasco’s Imtiyaz Shaikh has been elected to the Swindon Council
Formerly of Vasco city, Imtiyaz Shaikh is making waves in the UK. It’s been over a decade since Imtiyaz moved to London. “I came to London in 2005 with a dream of making something out of my life, with the opportunities the country offered,” he says. “My experiences during the last 13 years have been […]
Goans pledge to adopt Sustainable Mobility in the state
Sunday morning saw locals come out in large numbers to participate in the WWF-India’s ‘One Planet Streets for All’ event. The event was held for all to take a stand for the cause of having inclusive streets and adopting sustainable modes of commuting. It’s time for sustainable mobility in Goa WWF-India held the event in […]
The Grand Dam(e)s of Goa part 1 – The Selaulim Dam
While people visit Goa looking for a good time on its beaches, it’s easy to forget that the hinterland also holds some interesting places to visit. The state has rivers, lakes, and even waterfalls. Some of these aren’t the safest to visit at all times of the year but people still go out of curiosity. […]
Goa’s jewel, the Basilica de Bom Jesus in Old Goa
Goa is not just a tourist destination because of its beaches, food, drink, and nightlife. Religious tourism is also a major reason for people visiting the state. Thanks to the Portuguese, the state has churches in almost every nook of every village. There are a number of temples dedicated to the Hindu religion which are […]