The average human tends to have half a heart attack when he or she sees a snake. But have you ever wondered what is happening at the other end of this interaction? In essence, what goes on inside the mind of a Snake when it…
With its distinct history, Goa has long been promoted as a pleasure periphery. The state's tourism industry is a key driver of urbanization in the state. Leveraging the Goan lifestyle, there is a push by the authorities to further promote tourism driven mass consumption with…
This is a journey of Ronak Kamat's works over the years as both, a writer and a filmmaker, demystifying the differences between working in an Independent Film space vs a large-scale Commercial one, and how a young artist can and must find a balance between…
Election results are out. In Goa, both the BJP & Congress retained their seats. Was the BJP’s record lead of 1.16 lakhs in North Goa unexpected? Did Congress scrape through in the South with a mere lead of 14,000 against a new woman face of…
‘Goa 2075’ is the first attempt in India at writing a live, bilingual novel and in the process, creating a new writing and publishing genre. The novel spans four segments - each segment reflects key issues currently impacting Goa, like the land resource crunch, environmental…
This IIT Roorkee and FMS Delhi alumnus is an intrepid adventurer who conquered the summit of Mt. Everest in 2019 at the age of 50. His book, 7 Lessons from Everest, shares invaluable lessons from his climb that resonate in both business and life. The…
Deepti Asthana spent her time documenting the ongoing water crisis in Uttarakhand. In 2022, the National Geographic Society awarded her a grant to advance her project Weight of the Water. The talk examines how deforestation, unchecked development, and the region’s rugged terrain amplify the challenges…
Goa's beauty lies in its stunning landscapes, lush trees, forests, and charming villages filled with centuries-old buildings and shrines from various religious traditions, from tribal to modern. Its farmland and forests are deeply connected to the vast and diverse cultures of deities, rituals, and traditions.…
"While We Watched" is a gripping documentary spotlighting journalist Ravish Kumar as he faces the disintegration of press freedom in India. Through his turbulent newsroom, the film explores truth, misinformation, and the heavy cost of integrity in journalism. It’s a poignant portrayal of courage in…
