10 panchayats given an added incentive for proper waste management
Goa is the smallest state in the country. It is also considered to be a haven for permanent residents and tourists alike. Having so many residents and people visiting is bound to create some problems. Like the garbage problem. Each year, the amount of garbage generated seems to grow bigger and bigger and no one […]
Setting sail down the Mandovi river with Aqua World Cruises
There is something to be said for being out on the water. It soothes and calms you like no other activity in the world. People have been sailing the seven seas in search of adventure for centuries. It’s no secret that the waters hold many secrets and we will probably never be able to unearth […]
The Goan Welfare Society helps Goan families in the UK
Making any kind of decision in life is frightening especially when there are tons of unknown variables that could make or break you. One of the biggest decisions people make is to move abroad. Everyone requires assistance when they make this decision and it’s no different for the Goans in the UK. Enter the Goan […]
What do you know about the tribes of Goa and their backgrounds?
Goa has long played an important part in the history of India. In spite of being the smallest state in the country, it has a rich history, heritage, and culture. And a lot of this comes from the original settlers, the tribes of Goa that we’ve learned about in school. What do we really know […]
5 mushy and sappy movies for you to watch this Valentine’s Day
The day of mush and romance and all things flowery is here. Of course, through the day and well into the evening, hugs, kisses, cards and even special gifts will be exchanged. People will go on dates to restaurants, plan romantic picnic dinners or lunches or just end up watching movies that are Valentine’s Day […]
Celebrating Mahashivratri in honor of Lord Shiva
An important Hindu festival, Mahashivratri is celebrated every year in honor of Lord Shiva. The name literally translates to “great night of Shiva” and the festival is celebrated in India and Nepal too. It is celebrated on the new moon day in the month of Maagha according to the Hindu calendar. This festival is particularly […]
Ash Wednesday – when Catholics prepare for the resurrection of Jesus
Ash Wednesday is one of the most important days in the liturgical calendar as well as the life of every Catholic. It is the beginning of a period of fasting and abstinence for a majority of the Catholic community that lasts for 40 days, not counting the Sundays in between. It arrives on the heels […]
‘The Local Beat’ – Experience Vintage Goa through the eyes of a local
The Local Beat was born out of a desire to showcase “sobit Goi” (beautiful Goa) through the eyes of ‘locals’, the ‘gaunkars’, those born and brought up in Goa – Like the village ‘poder’ (baker), ‘padre’ (Catholic priest), ‘bhatt’ (Hindu priest), ‘dudhkaars’ (milkmen) & even the local auto rickshaw-driver. So, after scouring Goa and chatting with locals across […]
The Big Fat Fatorda Carnival Blast 2018 is all set to begin today
Just like Panjim has a Samba Square during the days of Carnival, Fatorda will also have a similar set up called the Big Fat Fatorda Carnival Blast 2018. Organised by ‘We For Fatorda” (A Vijai Sardesai Initiative), the Big Fat Fatorda Carnival Blast 2018 takes place at the Opinion Poll Square from 7 pm onwards. […]
The Carnival parade gets a total of 48 entries this year
Its D-day and Carnival 2018 is here! For the next four days, the streets of Goa will turn into one big party with parades happening in Panjim, Margao, Vasco, Ponda, Calangute and Mapusa. The Panjim Carnival parade is taking a different route this year. The committee received 48 entries for the float parade that takes […]
