Goa’s Ekadasha Teertha initiative has begun with its first one-day spiritual tour, taking 27 women across four temples. The initiative offers a 50% concession for senior citizens, making Goa’s spiritual and cultural heritage more accessible.
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Rohan Khaunte Celebrates World Senior Citizens Day with Focus on Health, Security and Dignity in Porvorim
Tourism Minister and Porvorim MLA Rohan A. Khaunte marked World Senior Citizens Day with healthcare, wellness, financial literacy and social engagement activities aimed at promoting dignity and an active life for the elderly.
Alzheimer’s Disease Emerging as a Growing Concern in Ageing Goa, Says Neurologist Dr. Parul Dubey
With Goa's elderly population growing faster than the national average, neurologists are witnessing a steady rise in Alzheimer's disease and dementia cases. Dr. Parul Dubey of Manipal Hospital, Dona Paula, stresses the importance of early diagnosis, healthy lifestyles, and compassionate caregiving to address the growing neurological health challenge.
Age Is Just a Number: Kerala’s Leela Jose, 71, Skydives From 13,000 Feet
Defying age barriers, 71-year-old Leela Jose from Idukki has become the oldest woman from Kerala to dive from 13,000 feet. With skydiving off her list, she now dreams of reaching space.
Dr. Sushila Fonseca: A Life of Healing, History, and the Written Word
Born in Margao and trained as a pathologist, Dr. Sushila Fonseca blends her medical expertise and love for Goa’s past to write fiction and non-fiction that educates, inspires, and provokes thought. With her latest book When Faith Divides, the senior author continues her mission to make Goan history accessible and emotionally resonant for all generations.