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Panaji, 4 February 2026: Manipal Hospital Goa commemorated World Cancer Day 2026 with a heartfelt celebration for its cancer patients, reflecting the global theme, ‘United by Unique’. The occasion featured a simple yet meaningful cake-cutting ceremony, aimed at spreading positivity, hope, and emotional support among patients undergoing treatment.
Doctors, nurses, hospital staff, and caregivers joined the patients during the celebration, reinforcing Manipal Hospital Goa’s commitment to compassionate, patient-centric care.
Representatives from the hospital emphasized that cancer care extends beyond medical treatment. “World Cancer Day reminds us that cancer care is not just about medicines and procedures. Empathy, encouragement, and emotional support are equally critical in a patient’s journey,” they said.
Observed globally on 4 February, World Cancer Day promotes awareness, early detection, prevention, and access to quality care for all. Initiatives like this underscore Manipal Hospital Goa’s focus on holistic healing and emotional support for patients and their families.
About Manipal Hospitals: A leading healthcare provider in India, Manipal Hospitals serves over 8 million patients annually across 49 hospitals in 24 cities. With 12,600 licensed beds, a talented pool of 11,000+ doctors, and over 34,000 employees, the network provides comprehensive curative and preventive care. Manipal Hospitals is AAHRPP accredited, with most facilities recognized by NABH, NABL, and for Nursing Excellence.
Goa | 30 January 2026: P&G SEHAT, the healthcare-focused CSR initiative of Procter & Gamble Health India, today launched a Mobile Healthcare Unit (MHU) in Usgaon village, Ponda district, to enhance access to free primary and preventive healthcare across underserved communities.
The launch event was attended by Dr. Sandesh Madkaikar, Chief Medical Officer, Non-Communicable Disease Cell, Directorate of Health Services, Goa, and Mr. Sanjay Gaude, Sarpanch of Usgaon Panchayat, alongside P&G Health India officials.
Operated in partnership with NGO HelpAge India, the MHU provides free medical consultations, 36 diagnostic tests, essential medicines, and bi-monthly health camps. The mobile team includes an MBBS doctor, pharmacist, community mobilizer, and driver, offering services that range from maternal health and nutrition awareness to early diagnosis of common non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Dr. Sandesh Madkaikar said, “Mobile healthcare units are critical in taking primary and preventive care to the community. This initiative will provide early diagnosis and timely interventions, improving overall health indicators in underserved areas.”
Yugit Bansal, Plant Head of P&G Health India’s Goa Manufacturing Site, added, “The new Mobile Healthcare Unit will empower communities with essential medical services, early diagnostics, and preventive health education, supporting better health outcomes in Goa. P&G SEHAT remains committed to advancing a healthier India through impactful partnerships.”
Since 2019, P&G SEHAT has reached over 50,000 households in Goa, including areas like Valpoi, Dharbandora, and Canacona, reinforcing its commitment to improving health indicators across the state. The initiative also recently conducted a gynaecology camp in Usgaon to promote maternal health and nutrition awareness.
Mumbai | February 2026: Entrepreneur, music artist and business leader Ananya Birla has announced the launch of Birla Studios, a new film production venture aimed at creating high-concept, prestige-driven commercial cinema that bridges artistic storytelling with wide audience appeal.
The newly launched studio plans to develop a diverse slate of films spanning multiple languages and cultures, reflecting a vision of cinema that is both globally relevant and rooted in regional storytelling. According to the announcement, Birla Studios will focus on narratives that balance commercial success with creative distinction, positioning itself as a platform for bold, contemporary filmmaking.
Birla Studios is currently developing projects across Hindi, Gujarati and Malayalam, alongside other regional Indian languages, while also exploring English-language international productions. The multi-language approach highlights the studio’s ambition to connect with audiences across borders and bring regional voices into the global cinematic conversation.
Industry observers view the move as part of a growing trend where new-age creators and entrepreneurs are investing in content-driven storytelling, expanding India’s influence in the global entertainment ecosystem.
While specific film announcements are yet to be revealed, Birla Studios has confirmed that details of its upcoming projects will be unveiled soon, generating anticipation within the film and media industry.
With its focus on prestige-driven storytelling and cross-cultural narratives, Birla Studios aims to create cinema that resonates with modern audiences while pushing creative boundaries.
Panaji | 2 February 2026: An Ocean of Stories is set to unfold in Panaji as the Goa Book Festival 2026 takes place from 4 to 8 February 2026 at the Bhausaheb Dayanand Bandodkar Ground. Organised by the National Book Trust (NBT), India, under the Ministry of Education, in association with the Government of Goa, Samarth Yuva Foundation and Lokmanya Cultural Foundation, the festival promises a vibrant five-day celebration of books, ideas and culture.
The festival will be inaugurated on 4 February by Shri Pramod Sawant, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, in the presence of Dr Ramesh Tawadkar, Hon’ble Minister for Art & Culture, Sports and Youth; Prof. Milind Sudhakar Marathe, Chairman, National Book Trust, India; Shri Prasad Lolayekar, IAS, Secretary (Education), Government of Goa; Dr Kiran Thakur, Chairman, Lokmanya Cultural Foundation; Shri Rajesh Pandey, Trustee and Chief Convenor, Pune Book Fair; and Shri Yuvraj Malik, Director, National Book Trust, India.
Addressing the media, Shri Yuvraj Malik said that in line with NBT’s mission to promote reading across India, efforts are underway to develop the Goa Book Festival at a national scale, comparable to major book fairs across the country. He emphasised that all events are free and open to the public, aimed at reconnecting society with the enduring power of books. “With continued public support, the Goa Book Festival will celebrate Goa’s creativity and cultural richness and, in the next one to two years, position the state as a leading literary tourism destination in India,” he said.
The festival will host over 250 book stalls by more than 100 publishers, offering titles in English, Konkani, Marathi and other Indian languages. Entry is free, with visitors enjoying a 10% discount on all books. The festival will be open daily from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Visitors can also explore reading in the digital space through the Rashtriya e-Pustakalaya app, a Ministry of Education initiative offering free access to over 6,000 digital books in 22 Indian languages and English.
A key highlight is the special exhibition “Goa: Stories of Light and Delight”, showcasing the works of legendary Goan artists Mario de Miranda and Shashi Shetye, whose illustrations for National Book Trust titles beautifully capture Goa’s landscapes, humour and cultural memory. The festival will also host exhibitions celebrating Vande Mataram @150 and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel @150.
Beyond books, the festival offers immersive experiences for all age groups. Children-centric activities include puppet storytelling, musical narration, clay art, cartoon-making, quizzes, folk dance, drawing workshops and interactive sessions designed to spark imagination and nurture a love for reading.
A dedicated Author’s Corner will host engaging literary sessions featuring an impressive line-up of writers, thinkers and creative voices, including Uday Mahurkar, Mrinal Kulkarni, Avika Gor, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Shantanu Gupta, Chandraprakash Dwivedi, Mohan Shete, Medha Khasgiwale, M. J. Akbar, Sumant Batra, Amol Parashar, Sachin Pilgaonkar, Sadanand Shridhar More and Acharya Prashant.
As books, conversations and culture converge, the Goa Book Festival 2026 invites readers to explore new worlds, meet favourite authors and celebrate the joy of reading.
Goa | February 2026: The Union Budget 2026’s emphasis on maritime infrastructure, logistics development and multimodal connectivity has been welcomed by industry leaders in Goa, with Arjun Chowgule, Chairman, CII Goa State Council and Managing Director, Chowgule & Co Pvt Ltd, calling it a significant boost for coastal and port-linked economies.
Reacting to the Budget announcements, Chowgule highlighted the importance of initiatives covering inland waterways, seaplane connectivity, ship-repair hubs and last-mile logistics, stating that these measures are critical to building a robust and self-reliant maritime and logistics ecosystem in India.
He noted that sustained investments in logistics infrastructure will play a key role in reducing logistics costs, improving supply-chain efficiency and strengthening multimodal transport networks. According to him, support for container manufacturing will also help curb import dependence while strengthening India’s export and logistics value chain.
Chowgule further pointed out that increased focus on inland waterways and coastal shipping will promote more sustainable transport solutions, enhance cargo movement efficiency and reduce pressure on road-based logistics.
“These initiatives will accelerate growth across the maritime and logistics sectors nationwide. States with coastal access, ports and inland waterways, such as Goa, stand to benefit significantly through increased industrial activity, development of ancillary services and stronger integration into India’s evolving multimodal logistics network,” he said.
Industry experts believe that Goa, with its strategic coastline and port infrastructure, is well-positioned to leverage the Budget’s maritime focus to drive economic growth, attract investment and strengthen its role in India’s logistics and trade ecosystem.
