Events in Goa

Green Glow Environmental Festival: Alexyz Fernandes to Receive Maria Claudete Pinto Memorial Green Commitment Award


Environmentalist and cartoonist Alexyz Fernandes will be conferred the first Maria Claudete Pinto Memorial Green Commitment Award at the Green Glow Environmental Festival in Panaji on January 10, 2026, celebrating creative and community-led environmental action.

EduConnect

500 NCC Cadets from 25 Goan Institutions Participate in Annual Training Camp at Pernem


Around 500 NCC cadets from 25 educational institutions across Goa are taking part in the Annual Training Camp of 1 Goa Naval Unit NCC at Pernem, focusing on discipline, leadership, fitness, and unity.

Films

Smoke and Mirrors Wins Best Student Short Film at Goa International Film Competition


Smoke and Mirrors, a psychological thriller directed by Goan filmmaker Rameez Shaikh, has won the Best Student Short Film award at the Goa International Film Competition, bringing national attention to student cinema from the region.

Business

Malabar Gold & Diamonds Announces Mine Diamond Festival with Up to 30% Off on Diamond Value


As diamond jewellery buying in India evolves beyond weddings, Malabar Gold & Diamonds introduces the Mine Diamond Festival โ€” an in-store celebration of certified natural diamonds offering up to 30% off on diamond value across India.

Politics

Goa Legislatorsโ€™ Day to Be Celebrated on January 9 at Secretariat


Goa Legislatorsโ€™ Day will be observed on January 9 at the Secretariat, with Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant addressing the gathering and NFSU Vice Chancellor J M Vyas attending as the guest speaker.