Goan Personalities

New Curti-Khandepar Panchayat Ghar to Be Named After Late Former CM Ravi Naik


The upcoming New Panchayat House Ghar will be named in honour of former Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister late Ravi Naik, recognising his contributions to public service. Sarpanch Naved Tehsildar confirmed that land acquisition is nearing completion and that the foundation stone will soon be laid with the cooperation of Chief Minister Pramod Sawant.

Travel

Goa Deepotsav 2025 to Illuminate the State with Festive Splendour and Cultural Spirit


The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, is set to celebrate Goa Deepotsav 2025 โ€” a grand Diwali festival showcasing Goaโ€™s vibrant traditions, music, art, and community spirit. Spread across Porvorim, Saligao, and Mapusa from October 25โ€“26, the festival will feature competitions, cultural performances, and musical evenings that reflect the warmth and creativity of Goan culture.

Sports

CM Dr. Pramod Sawant Inaugurates Francisco Monte Cruz Stand at Fatorda Stadium


Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant inaugurated the Francisco Monte Cruz Stand at the Jawaharlal Nehru Football Stadium, Fatorda, during the India vs Singapore AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier, in the presence of Sports Minister Ramesh Tawadkar, PWD Minister Digambar Kamat, MLA Vijai Sardesai, and other dignitaries.

Social

CM Dr. Pramod Sawant Inaugurates Sesa Goa-Sponsored Artificial Turf Ground at Amona


Dr. Pramod Sawant, Honโ€™ble Chief Minister of Goa, inaugurated a state-of-the-art artificial turf ground at Amona, sponsored by Vedanta Sesa Goa under its YouTheChange, YouThePower initiative. The โ‚น1 crore facility will promote sports, fitness, and youth empowerment in the region.

Travel

Goa Unveils Four Landmark Tourism Projects with Visionary Push Toward Sustainable Growth


In the presence of Honโ€™ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, Goa laid the foundation for four transformative tourism projects โ€” Town Square (Porvorim), Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum (Farmagudi), PM Ekta Mall (Chimbel), and the Eco-Tourism Project (Harvalem). These initiatives signal a bold move toward sustainable, inclusive, and year-round tourism.