Konkani Bhasha Mandal has congratulated young Goan folk artist Chetan Vaman Khedekar on being nominated for the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2024 by the Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi. The nomination recognises his contribution to preserving and promoting Goa’s rich folk dance and folk music traditions.
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Goa’s Chetan Khedekar Honoured with Prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2024
Chetan Vaman Khedekar from Priol, Goa, has been awarded the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2024 by the Sangeet Natak Akademi for his exceptional contribution to preserving and promoting Goan folk dance and folk music.
Aguad Port and Jail Complex to Represent Goa at Asia’s Largest Travel Mart, OTM 2026
The iconic Aguad Port and Jail Complex from North Goa will participate in Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) 2026 in Mumbai, showcasing Goa’s rich cultural heritage and immersive tourism experiences to a global travel trade audience.
Baina Khapreshwar Saunsthan Offers New Silver Turban Worth ₹5.50 Lakh to Dev Khapreshwar
In a gesture of devotion and tradition, the Baina Khapreshwar Saunsthan committee offered a newly crafted 2.170 kg silver turban (Feto), valued at ₹5.50 lakh, to Dev Khapreshwar, reaffirming the community’s deep-rooted faith and cultural heritage
Makar Sankranti: One Festival, Many Names, A Shared Indian Spirit
Celebrated across India under many names, Makar Sankranti marks the Sun’s northward journey, the harvest season, and a timeless reminder of gratitude, renewal, and cultural unity.