Events in Goa

Sushant Chimulkar Wins 1st GUJ Solo Singing Competition 2025


The Goa Union of Journalists hosted its first Solo Singing Competition 2025 at Shram Shakti Bhavan, Panaji, where Sushant Chimulkar (The Navhind Times) bagged the top prize in the competitive category.

Events in Goa

Goa State Film Festival 2025 Kicks Off with Film Legends, Music & Awards


The 10th, 11th, and 12th editions of the Goa State Film Festival 2025 began with grandeur on August 14 at Inox, Panaji. Inaugurated by Honโ€™ble Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, the event saw performances, prestigious film screenings, and the announcement of 48-Hour Short Film Competition winners. The festival continues till August 17 with a showcase of 19 feature films, 4 non-feature films, food courts, and handicraft stalls.

Events in Goa

Goa Flags Off #TirangaRally Ahead of 79th Independence Day to Celebrate Unity and Patriotism


In a vibrant celebration of Indiaโ€™s 79th Independence Day, Secretary (Sports) Shri. Santosh Sukhadeve, IAS, flagged off the #TirangaRally in Panaji, joined by Dr. Ajay Gaude, Director of Sports and Youth Affairs, and Shri. Sumith Maheshwari, High Performance Director of Khelo India. Organized by the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, the rally saw enthusiastic participation from hundreds of students, promoting unity, national pride, and the spirit of independence.

Contest

Bal Bhavan Goa Announces Statewide Greeting Card Design Contest to Encourage Childrenโ€™s Artistic Expression


Bal Bhavan Panaji will host its Annual All Goa Greeting Card Design Contest on Wednesday, July 30, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. across 12 talukas in Goa. Open to students from Standards V to X, the competition celebrates creativity with themes like Goan landscapes, floral patterns, Diwali and Christmas motifs. Winning entries will be printed as official greeting cards, and attractive cash prizes await winners at both taluka and state levels.

Books & Literature

Serendipity Arts Festival Announces Curators and Grants for its 10th Edition.


Celebrating a decade of creative excellence, Serendipity Arts Festival returns to Goa from December 12โ€“21, 2025, with its largest edition yet. Over 35 acclaimed curators, new grants, and pan-India art engagements mark this landmark celebration of visual, performing, culinary, and inclusive arts.