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Vedanta Sesa Goa Revives Over 20 Hectares of Farmland in Maem with ‘Back to Farming’ Initiative


Vedanta Sesa Goa’s ‘Back to Farming’ project is supporting over 150 families in Maem by rejuvenating 20+ hectares of uncultivated land through traditional irrigation methods, scientific guidance, and community engagement.

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Rohan Khaunte Emphasises Government–Academia–Industry Synergy at GIST 2025 to Drive Inclusive Innovation


The third edition of the Goa Innovation and Startup Times (GIST 2025), organised by BITS BioCyTitH Foundation in collaboration with the Goa IT Department and industry associations, showcased Goa’s growing innovation ecosystem. Addressing the gathering, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Tourism, and Printing & Stationery, Shri Rohan Khaunte, highlighted the State’s collaborative efforts with academia and industry in shaping policy, and reaffirmed Goa’s commitment to becoming a hub for technology-led inclusive growth through initiatives like the Goa AI Mission 2027.

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Goa Police Hackathon 2025 Concludes with Award Ceremony Celebrating Student Innovation in Smart Policing


The Goa Police Hackathon 2025 concluded with a grand award ceremony, honoring student teams for developing innovative AI- and tech-driven solutions to enhance policing and public safety in Goa.

Sports

Yog Seva Mangal Pratishthan Excels at Yogasana State Championship – Wins 13 Medals for Goa


At the Yogasana State Championship 2025 held at Campal Indoor Stadium, athletes from Yog Seva Mangal Pratishthan achieved an extraordinary feat, securing a total of 13 medals — 4 Gold, 7 Silver, and 2 Bronze. Guided by Yoga Trainer Mr. Vishal Gawas, the young athletes displayed exceptional skill, discipline, and dedication, bringing great pride to Goa’s yoga community.

Events in Goa

LTIMindtree Partners with IFFI and NFDC to Launch India’s First AI Film Festival and Hackathon in Goa


LTIMindtree, in collaboration with the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), is set to debut India’s first-ever Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon during the 56th edition of IFFI in Goa, from November 20 to 28, 2025. The initiative aims to bridge cinema and emerging technologies, offering filmmakers, technologists, and creators a space to experiment with AI-driven storytelling tools and showcase innovative cinematic expressions.