Travel

Goa and Norway Strengthen Ties to Collaborate on Technology, Tourism and Creative Industries


A high-level Norwegian delegation visited Goa for a roundtable hosted by DITE&C and the Department of Tourism, exploring collaboration in technology, cybersecurity, tourism, creative industries, aquaculture and talent development. The discussions highlighted strong synergy between Goa’s innovation-led development model and Norway’s strengths in sustainability and advanced technology.

TechPulse

DITE&C Accelerates Blockchain Innovation in Goa Through Industry–Academia Collaboration


The Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa, has taken a major step toward building a blockchain ecosystem in the State by convening industry leaders, academia, experts and incubators. The initiative, supported by McLaren Strategic Solutions and Omnumi, aims to foster collaboration, skill development and real-world blockchain adoption in Goa.

Finance

Bank of Baroda Engages 3.65 Lakh Farmers, Sanctions Rs 5,636 Crore in 8th ‘Baroda Kisan Pakhwada’


Bank of Baroda successfully concluded the 8th edition of its flagship rural initiative, ‘Baroda Kisan Pakhwada,’ engaging over 3.65 lakh farmers nationwide and sanctioning agri loans worth Rs 5,636 crore, promoting financial inclusion under the theme “Towards Atmanirbharta.”

Health

Organ Donation Awareness at Blood Donation Camp in Dona Paula, Goa


Mr. Gabriel Pereira from MOHAN Foundation set up an organ donation information desk at Bay 15 Resort, Dona Paula, during a blood donation camp organized by the Models Group in association with the Indian Red Cross Society, Goa, and Goa Medical College Blood Bank, commemorating the late Mr. Peter Vaz.

Social

Public Conference in Margao Urges Revival of Neighbourhood Bonds for an Ideal Society


A 10-day nationwide campaign on “Ideal Neighbourhood – Ideal Society” concluded in Margao, Goa, emphasizing the importance of rebuilding neighbourly ties to strengthen social harmony. Community leaders and religious representatives called for compassion, empathy, and active engagement to foster a peaceful society.