Events in Goa

Design Thinking Takes Center Stage at First Fridays’ 17th Edition in Goa


The 17th edition of First Fridays, hosted in Panjim, Goa, brought together creatives, startups, and design professionals for an immersive session on Design Thinking, led by Dr Sneha Bhat of GIM and supported by SITPC and ADI Goa.

Human Interest

Google Celebrates 27 Years of Innovation with Nostalgic Birthday Doodle


On September 27, 2025, Google marked its 27th birthday with a colorful Doodle, honoring its transformation from a garage startup in 1998 to a global tech leader. The celebration highlighted its past, present, and future innovations—including AI.

International

Nepal Bans Facebook, X, YouTube, and 23 Other Social Media Platforms Over Registration Dispute


In a sweeping crackdown on online platforms, the Nepal government has banned 26 major social media services including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, and Instagram for failing to register with national authorities. Critics say the move is aimed at silencing dissent and marks a dangerous erosion of digital freedom in the country.

Social Media

Instagram Rolls Out New Features: Reposts, Map, and Friends Tab to Boost Social Connectivity


Instagram has launched new features — including Reposts, Map, and a Friends tab in Reels — to help users connect more meaningfully with friends. Meta’s August 6, 2025 update also includes AI tools, video editing upgrades, and messaging improvements.

Business

Locks & Architectural Solutions redefines customer experience with the launch of advanced cutting edge Service CRMPoised to deliver an unparalleled service experience to over 200,000 customers annually


Locks & Architectural Solutions, a Godrej Enterprises Group company, has launched a state-of-the-art Service CRM platform to deliver seamless, pan-India after-sales service across 6,500+ pin codes, revolutionizing customer support in the ₹6,000 crore Indian locks industry.