International

Leicester Hosts First-Ever Inclusive Ekvottachem Fest Celebrating Goan Culture, Unity & Community


Leicester will make history on 23rd August 2025 with the first-ever Ekvottachem Fest, a vibrant celebration of Goan culture and community inclusion. Curated by renowned Festakar Marius Fernandes, this grassroots festival brings people together through music, food, dance, and dialogue โ€” all in the spirit of ekvott (togetherness).

Sports

Goa Monsoon Premier League Kicks Off with Thrilling Matches and Cultural Fanfare


The Goa Monsoon Premier Football League began on a vibrant note at Duler Football Stadium, combining monsoon rains, fast-paced six-a-side matches, and Goan cultural energy. Organised by GFA and Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Social Welfare Trust, the tournament aims to boost youth football and monsoon tourism.

Human Interest

Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with a Touch of Tradition and Sustainability: GHRSSIDC Launches Eco-Friendly Coconut Shell Rakhis in Panaji


The Goa Handicrafts Rural Small Scale Industries Development Corporation (GHRSSIDC) has announced the sale of eco-friendly Rakhis made from coconut shells, starting July 21, 2025, at its DIM Emporium in Panaji. The initiative supports local artisans and promotes Goaโ€™s traditional handicrafts.

Human Interest

Cuncolim Revolt: Goaโ€™s Forgotten War of Independence in 1583


Long before 1857, Goa witnessed its own rebellion โ€” the Cuncolim Revolt of 1583, led by 16 tribal chieftains from the AVC villages of Assolna, Velim, and Cuncolim. This early people's uprising against Portuguese religious persecution marked one of the first armed resistances to foreign rule in India.

Events in Goa

Goa set to celebrate Chikhal Kalo 2025: showcasing cultural unity & spiritual connections


The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, will host Chikhal Kalo 2025 from July 5โ€“7 at the Shree Devki Krishna Temple in Marcel. Celebrating Lord Krishnaโ€™s playful spirit through traditional mud games, music, and devotion, the festival blends faith, folklore, and funโ€”offering an immersive cultural experience for locals and tourists alike.