Books & Literature

Launch of John Aguiar’s Konkani Poetry Collection “Thembe” on February 28 in Panaji


Renowned writer, poet and lyricist John Aguiar will release his latest Konkani poetry collection Thembe (Drops) on February 28, 2026, at Shenai Goembab Sabhaghar, Panaji, marking another milestone in his distinguished literary journey.

Events in Goa

Day 4 at Goa Book Festival Explores Literature, Technology, History and Creative Expression


Day 4 of the Goa Book Festival 2026 unfolded as a thoughtful convergence of literature, digital innovation, history, governance and creative learning, drawing large crowds of readers, students, publishers and cultural enthusiasts to the DB Bandodkar Grounds in Panaji.

Events in Goa

“Sky Was Never the Limit”: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Inspires Students at Goa Book Festival 2026


India’s first astronaut to travel to the International Space Station, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, inspired over 1,200 students at the Goa Book Festival 2026 with stories of space, resilience and purpose, as Day 3 unfolded with thought-provoking sessions on history, language, literature, cinema and culture.

Books & Literature

Madhav Borkar to Preside Over 26th All India Konkani Literature Conference in Kerala


Eminent Konkani poet and Sahitya Akademi awardee Madhav Borkar will lead the 26th All India Literature Conference of the All India Konkani Parishad, to be held in Ernakulam, Kerala on November 22–23.

Books & Literature

All India Konkani Parishad to Hold General Body Meeting on October 11


The All India Konkani Parishad will convene its General Body Meeting on 11th October 2025 at Madgao to address key issues including the re-registration process, finalizing the Sahitya Sammelan welcome committee, and electing its President.