India will host the prestigious FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa from October 31 to November 27, bringing together 206 elite players from 82 countries in a high-stakes knockout format. With a $2 million prize fund and three spots in the 2026 Candidates Tournament up for grabs, the event promises world-class chess action by the beach.
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Dhanteras 2025 Sees ₹1 Lakh Crore Sales as Gold & Silver Demand Surges Despite Record Prices
Indian consumers spent a staggering ₹1 lakh crore on Dhanteras 2025, with ₹60,000 crore pouring into gold and silver alone, despite record-high prices. According to CAIT, gold buying volumes dipped slightly, but the value of precious metal sales rose significantly, driven by a massive silver coin buying spree across metros and Tier 2/3 cities.
St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa Hosts X’plorateur 2025: A Regenerative Vision for Goa
St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, celebrated World Tourism Day by hosting X’plorateur 2025, a national-level event focused on regenerative tourism. The two-day festival brought together innovative student minds from Goa and Karnataka to explore sustainable solutions that preserve and restore Goa’s unique cultural and environmental heritage.
4th Vedanta Youth Cup Kicks Off in Goa with Top U-16 Talent from Across India
The 4th Vedanta U-16 Youth Cup began on 21st October 2025 in Goa, featuring eight top youth football teams from across India. Hosted by Sesa Football Academy, the tournament offers a national platform for emerging footballers to showcase their skills in a competitive and professionally organized format.
SVVM College and Ponda Police Host Cyber Safety Awareness Session to Empower Digital Citizens
In a collaborative initiative, SVVM College, Bori-Ponda, and the Ponda Police Department conducted a Cyber Safety Awareness Session on 13th October 2025. The session educated students on cyber threats, digital safety practices, and the IT Act, aiming to promote responsible and vigilant online behavior.
