The Goan Football Cup 2025 concluded on a high in London, attracting record participation with 28 men’s teams and 3 women’s teams. Wilred United Goa’s women’s team made history, while the event blended sport, culture, and community spirit.
Tag: Goan Diaspora
Pride of Goa: Two Women Officers Make History in Indian Armed Forces
Wing Commander Maria Ismenia Sancha Pereira, from Gonsua-Betalbatim, has become the first Goan woman to be decorated in the wartime history of India. Honoured with a Mention-in-Despatch during Operation Sindoor, she played a key role as an Air Traffic Controller, providing real-time combat intelligence to the Indian Air Force.
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 — all in the spirit of ekvott (togetherness).
Goans Come Alive at First-Ever Swindon Carnival
Swindon came alive on July 5 with the debut of the Swindon Carnival 2025 — a celebration of cultural unity, music, and vibrant Goan spirit. Organised by UK Visionary Events, the festival featured electrifying performances, authentic cuisine, and a strong sense of community.
GOAV Marks 45 Years of Promoting Goemkarponn in Melbourne with Sparkling Sapphire Celebration
The Goan Overseas Association of Victoria (GOAV) marked 45 years of promoting Goan culture and community in Melbourne with an elegant Sapphire Dinner Dance, filled with music, food, and heartfelt celebration at Glen Eira Council Hall.
