January 2026

In this month’s Heritage Hour, Daniel Michon will be talking about his book ‘Shadow Puppets, Songs and Sacred Feasts.’ The Entrada de Bonifrate para a Festa dos Reis (The Arrival of the Puppets for the Feast of the Kings) is a puppet show composed in 1740 and most likely performed on 6 January 1741 (the […]

As is my custom, I wish to take the opportunity at the dawning of another year to wish all our readers, particularly from Goa, a New Year full of the Almighty’s blessings in their lives and endeavours. I pray for the gifts of peace to our families, harmony to our communities and unity to our

The Archdiocese of Goa and Daman solemnly concluded the Year of the  Ordinary Jubilee on December 28, 2025, the Feast of the Holy Family with  Eucharistic celebration held at the Se Cathedral, Old Goa. The Holy Mass was presided over by Bishop Simião Fernandes, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman with several

 In a heart-warming display of gratitude and love, the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman organized a special Christmas Outreach Programme for its dedicated church employees. The event, which took place on 30th December, 10.30am, at the St. Joseph Vaz Retreat Centre, Old Goa, was a gesture of appreciation for the tireless service of those who often

The Story of Christmas, told through Bharatanatyam and titled “Cradle of Light,” depicted the Nativity stories surrounding the birth of Jesus at Sadbhav Christmas. The celebration was organized by the Society of Pilar at the Horta De Maria, Pilar Pilgrim Centre, Pilar, Goa, on 21st December 2025. An explosive performance by the quartet of dancers -Impana

St. Xavier’s College hosted its 60th Annual Sports Meet on 13 December 2025. The meet witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and well-wishers. The programme commenced with a warm welcome address by the Administrator, Rev. Fr. Antonio Salema, followed by the ceremonial flag hoisting by the Chief Guest, Mr. Edwin Colaco, Supredentent of Police.