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~ Need to promote sustainable festivals in Goa, although these may have lower footfalls than the more popular large-format festivals, say local heritage stakeholders. ~ People-friendly and sustainable festivals like Echoes of Earth, the Serendipity Arts Festival, the Goa Arts and Literature Festival and others set precedents for large-scale festivals to follow suit and co-exist peacefully with the local population. Goemakrponn desk Panaji: The state’s heritage proponents have urged the need to make large-format festivals, which are regularly held in Goa, more sustainable, while simultaneously backing the organisation of more green festivals, which incorporate minimising pollution and sustainability in their…

 Goa Beyond the Beaches: Embark on an Adventure with Malaika Vaz as National Geographic Explores Hidden Gems in its Upcoming Docu-Series The four-part documentary series delves into the state’s rich heritage, incredible biodiversity, wellness hotspots and features some of the most exclusive, lesser-known adventure destinations, making Goa a true traveler’s paradise Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: Renowned for its beaches and vibrant celebrations, Goa boasts a cultural richness encompassing delectable cuisine and thrilling adventure sports. With its authentic and immersive style of storytelling, National Geographic India is all set to explore the undiscovered facets of Goa in the upcoming docu-series titled ‘Postcards…

OTAVA: An independent commission probing alleged foreign interference in Canada asked the Trudeau government on Wednesday to share information about possible meddling in elections by India, a development that could aggravate already-tense Ottawa-New Delhi relations. The commission was set up by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government in September to conduct a public inquiry into foreign meddling in Canadian affairs after reports of alleged Chinese attempts to influence elections and mounting pressure for an inquiry. Beijing has repeatedly denied any interference. The commission said in a statement on Wednesday that it had requested the Canadian government to provide documents “relating to…

Republic Day 2024 Chief Guest: PM Narendra Modi will join President Emmanuel Macron for the tour of Jantar Mantar a UNESCO World Heritage site. New Delhi: French President Emmanuel Macron, chief guest for this year’s Republic Day celebrations, will land in Jaipur today. He will be joined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a tour of a couple of heritage sites and a roadshow. Through the day in In Rajasthan Emmanuel Macron will visit the Amer Fort, where a cultural event will be held. PM Modi will join him for the tour of Jantar Mantar a UNESCO World Heritage site.…

Guwahati: Two days after Assam Police registered a case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and his associates for a clash between party workers and cops during Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, the case has been transferred to the specialised Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Assam police chief GP Singh has said in a post on X that the case has been transferred to the CID for a “thorough and in-depth investigation through a SIT”. Mr Gandhi and other Congress leaders have been charged under nine sections of the Indian Penal Code, including those related to rioting, unlawful assembly and criminal conspiracy. Congress…

The words of caution by the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) and the Democrats comes amid strained ties between the two neighbours and the Maldives’ affinity towards China. New Delhi: The Maldives government’s “anti-India stance” may turn out detrimental to the island nation’s development, the two main opposition parties have warned, two days after the administration announced a Chinese ship will be docking at their port. The words of caution by the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) and the Democrats comes amid strained ties between the two neighbours and the Maldives’ affinity towards China, a potentially significant geopolitical and military shift in…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: Goa University will be participating in the All India Inter University Weightlifting Men Championship 2023-24, which is scheduled from 26th -29th January 2024 at Chandigarh University, Punjab The farewell function for the teams was organized on 19th January 2024, at the Sports Section, Goa University, in the presence of Mr. Balachandra Jadar, Asst. Director of Physical Education and Sports, Goa University, Dr. Shailendra Gaonkar, Assistant Sports Officer, Goa University along with Mr. Andrew Gomes, Team Coach cum Manager The following players who have qualified during the South West Zone Inter University Weightlifting Men Championship 2023-24 will represent…