Celebrating women of substance across Goa! The Orchid Group proudly announces the 13th edition of the Orchid Award for Women Achievers — honouring trailblazing women in fields like education, sports, business, rural development, and more. Nominations are now open.
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Goa’s Valanka Alemao Creates History — Appointed to FIFA Standing Committee (2025–2029) ⚽🇮🇳
Valanka Alemao from Goa has created history by becoming the first Indian to be appointed to the FIFA Standing Committee for the 2025–2029 term. Her inclusion marks a proud moment for Goan and Indian football, highlighting the growing influence of Indian sports administrators on the global stage.
CM Dr. Pramod Sawant Inaugurates ‘Mann’ – Mental Health Awareness Program for Women in Sankhali
Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant inaugurated “Mann”, a Mental Health Awareness Program for Women, organized by the Goa State Rural Livelihood Mission under the Department of Rural Development in collaboration with Padmani Foundation. The event took place at Ravindra Bhavan, Sankhali, focusing on empowering rural women through awareness and mental well-being support.
Anita Hassanandani Wins ‘Chhoriyan Chali Gaon’
Television star Anita Hassanandani has emerged as the winner of Zee TV’s reality show Chhoriyan Chali Gaon, hosted by Rannvijay Singha. Set in a rural village, the show challenged 12 women to live without urban comforts for over 60 days. Anita credited her victory to her son Aaravv and husband Rohit Reddy, calling the experience “raw, emotional, and unforgettable.”
GCCI Women’s Wing and DRDA South Host ‘Swasth Mahila, Saksham Mahila’ Program Focused on Mental Wellness
On September 26, 2025, the GCCI Women’s Wing, in collaboration with DRDA South, organized an impactful awareness program on “Swasth Mahila, Saksham Mahila” in Margao, empowering 130 women through mental health education and well-being tools.
