Goan Personalities

Governor and Chief Minister Extend New Year 2026 Greetings, Call for Unity, Harmony and Inclusive Development


Panaji, December 31, 2025: As the State ushers in New Year 2026, the Governor of Goa, Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, and Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant have conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Goa and Goans living across the world, calling for unity, harmony, and collective progress.

In his New Year message, Governor Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju described the beginning of a new year as a time of renewal, hope, and fresh beginnings. He urged citizens to reflect on their shared journey, appreciate Goa’s rich cultural heritage, and renew their commitment to peace, harmony, and societal welfare. Expressing optimism for the year ahead, the Governor said he hoped 2026 would bring joy, peace, and prosperity to every home, and encouraged Goans to move forward together with dedication and unity.

Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant, in his message, also extended warm New Year greetings and expressed hope that the coming year would usher in peace, prosperity, good health, and happiness for every Goan. He appealed to citizens to continue supporting the Government’s efforts in effectively implementing welfare schemes and development initiatives across the State.

Reaffirming the Government’s commitment to building a resilient and progressive Goa, the Chief Minister urged people to actively participate in the Swayampurna Goa mission, which aims to promote self-reliance, empower individuals and communities, strengthen local governance, and create sustainable livelihoods.

Acknowledging Goa’s long-standing legacy of peaceful coexistence and religious harmony, Dr Sawant called upon citizens to uphold the values of mutual respect, unity, and collective well-being. He noted that this spirit of togetherness remains one of Goa’s greatest strengths and must continue to guide the State in the year ahead.

Both leaders expressed confidence that with public cooperation, unity, and shared commitment, Goa would continue to progress on the path of inclusive and sustainable development in 2026.

Human Interest

January 1, 2026 Creates a Rare ‘1/1/1’ Calendar Moment


The first day of 2026 has arrived with a rare and fascinating calendar coincidence. January 1, 2026 marks a unique ‘1/1/1’ moment, an alignment of date and timing that has drawn attention worldwide for its symbolic and almost poetic significance.

Calendar enthusiasts and observers of timekeeping note that such alignments are uncommon and often spark curiosity because they represent a perfect numerical harmony. The 1/1/1 moment is seen as a powerful symbol of new beginnings, unity, and fresh starts—values that resonate strongly as the world steps into a new year.

Moments like these remind us that time is not only measured but also felt. Beyond clocks and calendars, certain dates carry emotional and historical weight, encouraging reflection, intention-setting, and hope for the future.

What makes this moment even more special is its rarity. According to calendar patterns, a similar 1/1/1 alignment will not occur again until 2035, making January 1, 2026 a once-in-a-decade event that adds a unique layer of meaning to the New Year celebrations.

As people across the globe welcome 2026, the rare calendar alignment serves as a gentle reminder of how time connects us all—marking not just the passage of hours and days, but shared moments that feel historic and meaningful.