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Events in Goa

GCCI Women’s Wing Hosts ‘Diwali Dil Se’ Festive Bazaar at Mall de Goa

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Porvorim, October 14, 2025 — The Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) Women’s Wing, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Panaji Riviera, has brought festive cheer to Goa with the “Diwali Dil Se” Festive Bazaar, inaugurated at Mall de Goa, Porvorim. The vibrant three-day event, running from October 14 to 16, 2025, showcases the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Goan women.

The festive bazaar was inaugurated by Ms. Deepali Naik, Project Director, District Rural Development Agency (South), who lauded the initiative as a meaningful platform for women to display and sell their handmade and locally crafted products.

Ms. Sandra Fernandes, Chairperson of the GCCI Women’s Wing, warmly welcomed the stall owners and participants, expressing gratitude to Ms. Lavanya Shet, GCCI WW Committee Member, for leading the initiative to provide free stalls for women entrepreneurs.

“This event is more than a marketplace — it’s a celebration of creativity, empowerment, and community,” said Ms. Fernandes. “We are proud to offer women a platform to grow their businesses and connect directly with customers during the festive season.”

Rtn Jeet Tolani, President of the Rotary Club of Panaji Riviera, commended the collaboration and applauded the commitment of the GCCI Women’s Wing in fostering inclusive growth.

The Chief Guest, Ms. Deepali Naik, encouraged the entrepreneurs to continue innovating and expanding their ventures, wishing them success and resilience.

The event also saw active participation from Co-Chairperson Ms. Poonam Ajgaonkar, who proposed the Vote of Thanks, and Ms. Gouri Joshi, who compered the programme with warmth and enthusiasm.

Committee members present included Ms. Simran Dhond, Ms. Swatee Rane, Ms. Adbrona Valadares, Ms. Clare Marchon, and Ms. Melane Rodrigues, along with Rtn Rosevelt Valadares.

“Diwali Dil Se” continues through the weekend, offering visitors a delightful festive shopping experience featuring home décor, traditional crafts, jewelry, sweets, and artisanal Diwali gifts — all crafted by Goan women entrepreneurs.

As the lights of Diwali illuminate Goa, this bazaar stands as a shining example of women-led enterprise and community collaboration — truly, Diwali Dil Se.

Events in Goa

EGGSISTENTIAL CRACKSIS: A Poignant Exploration of Love, Identity & Art Comes to Anjuna

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Anjuna, October 2025: Goa’s vibrant art and theatre scene welcomes a thought-provoking new addition — Eggsistential Cracksis, an “eggsperimental” solo play that brings together emotion, absurdity, and introspection in one unforgettable performance.

Set in a kitchen, the performance transforms an everyday space into a symbolic arena of creation, destruction, and rebirth. The protagonist uses the egg as a recurring metaphor — fragile yet complete, ordinary yet profound — to explore themes of identity, modern love, loneliness, and artistic struggle.

Through an intimate narrative that shifts between humor and heartbreak, the play dives into the existential chaos of being an artist in the modern world. Recipes and memories intertwine as the performer cracks open deeper truths about selfhood, belonging, and emotional resilience.

The show will take place at The Flying Goat, Anjuna, on October 18, 2025, starting at 7:30 PM. Tickets are priced at ₹400 and can be booked online via Skillbox.

Speaking about the concept, the artist behind Eggsistential Cracksis describes it as “a performance that doesn’t just tell a story but invites you to taste it — where every crack, stir, and sizzle becomes part of the narrative.”

Audiences can expect an evocative experience — one that blurs the line between the performer and the spectator, the real and the surreal, the comic and the tragic.

As Goa continues to emerge as a cultural hotspot for experimental theatre, Eggsistential Cracksis stands as a testament to the state’s evolving creative spirit — one that dares to break the shell of convention and let something raw, vulnerable, and beautiful emerge.

TechPulse

Goa Tunes In to HamFest India 2025

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A global celebration of communication, innovation, and community spirit

Ponda, October 13, 2025: Riding a wave of innovation and connectivity, HamFest India 2025 took place on October 11–12 at the Goa College of Engineering (GEC), Farmagudi, uniting radio enthusiasts, technology innovators, and experts from across the globe.

Organised by the Goa Radio Amateur Society (GRAS) in association with Goa College of Engineering and supported by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa, the event marked the 32nd edition of HamFest India — and Goa’s first time hosting it.

More than 700 delegates from India and abroad attended the event, including representatives from Royal Omani Amateur Radio Society, AMSAT-India, and Upagrah Amateur Radio Club.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by Shri Rohan Khaunte, Hon’ble Minister of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, along with Group Captain & Astronaut Subhanshu Shukla (VU2TNI), Shri Nitin Raiker, Dr. M.S. Krupashankara (Principal, GEC), and Shri Sandesh Bhat (VU22DX), Convenor of HamFest India Goa.

In his inaugural address, Minister Rohan Khaunte stated,

“This year’s HamFest holds special significance as Goa proudly hosts the 32nd edition for the very first time. Known for its cultural heritage and educational vibrancy, Goa provides the perfect backdrop for an event that beautifully blends technology, learning, and community spirit. The Government of Goa remains committed to supporting such initiatives that promote technical excellence, innovation, and social responsibility.”

Across two dynamic days, HamFest India 2025 featured:

  • 40+ technical sessions and 8 live demos on radio technologies and innovation
  • 37 exhibitors showcasing antennas, transceivers, and communication equipment
  • Hands-on workshops exploring the practical applications of amateur radio
  • Interactive discussions with renowned operators involved in disaster response and emergency communications

For the first time ever, Goa became the heart of India’s amateur radio movement — a space where technology met passion, and where the hum of innovation resonated across communities.

As the curtains came down on HamFest India 2025, participants left inspired, connected, and energized — a true reflection of how technology continues to unite people across borders and frequencies.

Travel

GTDC Upgrades Miramar Residency with Accessible Rooms Ahead of Purple Fest 2025

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In the run-up to the International Purple Fest Goa 2025, the Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) has taken a major step forward in creating inclusive hospitality spaces. On Monday, GTDC inaugurated upgraded facilities at the Miramar Residency in Panaji, converting three rooms into specially abled-friendly accommodations.

The inauguration was led by GTDC’s Managing Director, Shri Kuldeep Arolkar, in the presence of General Manager (Marketing/Hotels) Shri Gavin Dias, Deputy General Manager Shri Deepak Narvekar, Deputy Director of the Department of Tourism Shri Dhiraj Vagle, and Senior Manager Shri Vishesh Naik.

These upgrades aim to provide greater comfort and accessibility for visitors attending the International Purple Fest, which is set to take place from October 9 to 12, 2025. Participants and guests will be hosted across GTDC’s Miramar and Panjim Residencies, both of which are now equipped with rooms designed to support the needs of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).

Speaking at the event, Shri Kuldeep Arolkar emphasized that GTDC’s mission is to offer better hospitality while ensuring no guest is left behind. “These upgrades are part of our ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility and provide better hospitality across our residencies,” he noted.

The move aligns with Goa’s larger vision of becoming a Divyang-friendly state, reinforcing the importance of accessible infrastructure in the tourism and hospitality sector. As the state welcomes visitors from across the country and beyond for Purple Fest 2025, these enhancements serve as a testament to inclusive planning, design, and execution.

GTDC continues to play a pivotal role in improving the tourism experience for all, strengthening its commitment to accessible and barrier-free travel in Goa.

Social

Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias Partners with Disha Charitable Trust to Host Drawing Competition for Specially-Abled Students

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Panaji, October 2025: Over 275 specially-abled students from across Goa came together to showcase their creativity and talent at a drawing competition organised by the Disha Charitable Trust, in collaboration with Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias, Miramar.

Now in its 24th edition, this annual event is dedicated to encouraging specially-abled children to express themselves through art while promoting inclusion and understanding in society.

Students from 30 special schools across the state participated in six different categories, each reflecting unique talent, creativity, and imagination.

Speaking about the initiative, Sandhya Kalokhe, Secretary of Disha Charitable Trust, shared:

“Over the years, we’ve realised that these children have creativity, abilities, and dreams just like anyone else. Our aim is to showcase their talents and create empathy, not sympathy.”

Following the drawing competition, the children also took part in a dance activity, filling the venue with joy and energy. The event concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, graced by Parind Nachinolkar, Managing Director of Priority Constructions, who served as the chief guest.

Each winner received a certificate and trophy for their exceptional work.

🏆 Winners included:

  • KR Adidev – SFAL, Panaji
  • Dikshit Gawade – Keshav Seva Sadhana School, Valpoi
  • Jubal Peixoto – Chetna School, Curchorem
  • Seema Kalangutkar – SFAL, Panaji
  • Ramnath Bhandari – Peace Heaven Convent School, Caranzalem
  • Shivani Chari – Lokvishwas Pratishthan Special School, Mollem

The event once again proved that art knows no barriers and that initiatives like these help create an inclusive, compassionate Goa where every child’s talent shines bright. 🌈