Awards

GCCI & KDNMT Announce Pride of Goa Awards 2025


The Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) and the Kashinath Damodar Naik Memorial Trust have announced the Pride of Goa Awards 2025. This year’s awardees include Ms. Anju Timblo (Lifetime Achievement Award) for her leadership in Goa’s hospitality sector, and Mr. Sachin Lawande (Entrepreneur Award), President & CEO of Visteon Corporation, for his global contributions to automotive technology.

Human Interest

Dan Murray’s Viral Post on Why Leaving Office On Time Matters


Entrepreneur Dan Murray’s LinkedIn post on the importance of leaving the office on time is striking a chord worldwide. Highlighting work-life balance, Murray shared 12 reasons why health, family, rest, and happiness should take priority over long working hours.

Events in Goa

LeadHERShip 2025: Empowering Goa’s Women to Lead, Inspire, and Achieve


The GCCI Women’s Wing hosted LeadHERShip 2025, an inspiring program focused on empowering women leaders through mentorship, entrepreneurship, and professional development at the Surendrababu Timblo Convention Hall in Panjim.

Goan Personalities

Sadanand Shet Tanavde Completes Two Years as Rajya Sabha MP


Sadanand Shet Tanavde marks two successful years as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, representing Goa. Known for his active participation in parliamentary debates and focus on Goa’s developmental priorities, his tenure reflects commitment to grassroots voices and national progress.

International

Astronomer CEO Resigns After Viral Coldplay Concert Kiss Cam Controversy


Andy Byron, CEO of tech firm Astronomer, has resigned following viral footage from a Coldplay concert showing an intimate moment with HR chief Kristin Cabot. The incident has sparked fresh debates around workplace ethics and leadership accountability.