History will be made in Leicester on Saturday, 23rd August 2025, as the city hosts the inaugural Ekvottachem Fest — a grassroots, community-powered celebration of Goan unity. Curated by global cultural champion Festakar Marius Fernandes, the event promises an evening of music, dance, storytelling, and tradition at John Bosco Hall, marking a vibrant chapter in the UK Goan diaspora’s cultural journey.
The Goa Union of Journalists hosted its first Solo Singing Competition 2025 at Shram Shakti Bhavan, Panaji, where Sushant Chimulkar (The Navhind Times) bagged the top prize in the competitive category.
Communicare Trust’s ‘Cantaram for the Community’ brought classic Konkani music to life for students through live performances, vinyl sessions, and quizzes at Carmel College, Nuvem and St Xavier’s College, Mapusa.
As part of its 20-year anniversary, Communicare Trust is bringing the magic of classic Konkani cantaram music to Goan college students through two campus concerts. Blending vinyl records with live performances, the initiative reintroduces youth to Goa’s rich musical heritage and forgotten legends.
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.
