Tag: Goan youth

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Sanguem Girl Shines in the UK: Fiza Shaikh Appointed International Officer at Leeds Beckett University

Tanisha Cardozo

Fiza Shaikh, daughter of Ex-Vice Chairperson Imtiaz Shaikh and Councillor Fouziya Shaikh from Sanguem, has made Goa proud. A graduate of Padre Conceicao College of Engineering and Managing Director of SmileKeeper Foundation, Fiza completed her Master’s in Project Management from Leeds Beckett University, UK, with distinction. She now continues her journey of excellence as she’s appointed as the International Officer at the same university — a proud achievement for Sanguem and an inspiration for Goan youth.

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Gold Medal Glory for Goa: Two Goan Postgraduates Shine at National Convocation

Tanisha Cardozo

A proud moment for Goa! 🌿 Two Goan students, Utkarsh Radhika Krishnanath Sawant Dessai from Curchorem and Reema Riya Ravindra Naik from Mandrem, have brought national pride by winning Gold Medals at the 14th Convocation of SHUATS, Prayagraj, held on October 17, 2025.

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CM Dr. Pramod Sawant Engages with NSE to Boost Financial Literacy for Goan Youth

Tanisha Cardozo

Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant visited the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to strengthen collaborative efforts for promoting financial literacy among students and young professionals in Goa. He reviewed ongoing initiatives and discussed future steps to empower youth with real-world financial knowledge and investment skills.

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Dr. Ashwin Fernandes’ PACT Foundation Launches #GoaSuper100 with Support from Anupam Kher and Sonu Sood

Tanisha Cardozo

Celebrating two years of grassroots transformation, the PACT Foundation, led by Dr. Ashwin Fernandes, launched its flagship undergraduate scholarship program — #GoaSuper100 — on its 2nd Foundation Day in Goa. The initiative, backed by Anupam Kher and Sonu Sood, will provide full scholarships to 100 underprivileged Goan students to pursue higher education across India.

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Goa College of Home Science Celebrates Historic First ‘Marius Fernandes Day’ with Purumentachem Fest – A Carnival of Culture, Community, and Culinary Heritage

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On 24th May 2025, Goa College of Home Science in Panjim came alive with vibrant festivities to mark the first-ever Marius Fernandes Day, celebrated alongside the traditional Purumentachem Fest. From cultural performances and thought-provoking dialogues to community honors and authentic Goan cuisine, the event honored Festakar Marius Fernandes’ legacy of inclusive, alcohol-free, sponsor-free festivals rooted in Goan heritage.