Goans gathered at the Mandovi River to honour the 81 victims of the 1901 launch “Goa” capsizing. Through a solemn litany, prayers, and candle tributes, the community commemorated one of the state’s most tragic maritime disasters, reaffirming its commitment to remembrance and cultural resilience.
At the Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias Centenary Lecture, heritage advocate Sanjeev Sardesai delivered a passionate appeal urging Goans to protect their tangible and intangible heritage — from ancient monuments to culinary traditions — or risk losing them forever.
Born in Margao and trained as a pathologist, Dr. Sushila Fonseca blends her medical expertise and love for Goa’s past to write fiction and non-fiction that educates, inspires, and provokes thought. With her latest book When Faith Divides, the senior author continues her mission to make Goan history accessible and emotionally resonant for all generations.
Marius Fernandes shared a nostalgic UK moment, reconnecting with Fr John Tavares — the first Goan priest ordained in the UK in 1992. Their special meeting in Leicester included stories of faith, food, and a shared pilgrimage memory from 1995 to Marius’ village in Goa, led by his mother Antonette Fernandes.
