850 farmers attend organic farming awareness, fertiliser distribution in Porvorim
PORVORIM An organic farming awareness session aimed at promoting sustainable agricultural practices, organic farming and farmer empowerment was organised by BJP Porvorim Kissan Morcha in association with the Porvorim BJP Mandal at Shree Vetal Temple, Carrem Vaddem, Socorro. The programme brought together around 850 farmers from the Porvorim constituency for an interactive session on natural farming and sustainable cultivation me
Goan documentary selected for International Cultural Journal Award 2026 in Ukraine
PANAJBhaangar Kalakusar Karigiri, a Goan documentary directed by Prachi Shirodkar, has been officially selected for the International Cultural Journal Award 2026, scheduled to take place on September 12 at Uzhhorod Castle, one of western Ukraine’s most historic and prominent landmarks. The documentary was produced as a final-year Mass Communication project...
Feast of St Anthony marked at Porvorim Chapel
PORVORIM: In a spirit of synodality, the faithful of Candelaria Chapel at Porvorim conducted the liturgical services during the Trezena in honour of St Anthony. The celebrant, Fr Walter de Sa, along with Fr Urbino Monteiro, dwelt on and reflected upon the significance and importance of the Holy Mass for...
Devotees gather for feast of St Anthony at Loutolim
PANAJI: A large congregation of devotees gathered for the feast celebrations of St Anthony, led by Bishop Emeritus of Port Blair, Bishop Alex Dias, along with Superior General of the Pilar Society Rev. Fr Nazareth Fernandes, Loutolim Parish Priest Rev. Fr Simon Fernandes and Rector of Pilar Monastery Rev. Fr...
Domestic workers seek recognition, welfare measures
MARGAO: Domestic workers in Goa have renewed their demand for legal recognition, minimum wages and welfare benefits during the observance of International Domestic Workers Day at the Holy Spirit Church Hall, Margao. Organised by the National Domestic Workers Movement (NDWM), Goa Region, the event brought together around 220 workers from...
