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*GIRISH RETURNS, AMIT EXITS AS GOA CONGRESS CHIEF*Congress President has appointed *Shri Girish Chodankar* as President ...
29/05/2026

*GIRISH RETURNS, AMIT EXITS AS GOA CONGRESS CHIEF*

Congress President has appointed *Shri Girish Chodankar* as President of the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee with immediate effect.

SAVIO URGES AICC ACTION AFTER MEETING KHARGE Congress leader J.P. Savio Coutinho met AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge ...
29/05/2026

SAVIO URGES AICC ACTION AFTER MEETING KHARGE
Congress leader J.P. Savio Coutinho met AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi, flagging 1.39 lakh alleged voter deletions in Goa during SIR 2025-26. He claimed non-BJP voters were targeted, calling it _vote chori_ ahead of the 2027 polls. Coutinho sought AICC intervention, legal steps, and a fresh voter revision in Goa.

28/05/2026

Final farewell to Fr. Bolmax Pereira at St. Francis Xavier Church, Chicalim. Kindly follow the parking plan, park in designated spots only, and help volunteers manage traffic. Let’s keep it orderly.

Shri Mashal Jaywant Adpaikar emerged victorious in the elections held for the Board of the Primary Urban Co-operative Cr...
26/05/2026

Shri Mashal Jaywant Adpaikar emerged victorious in the elections held for the Board of the Primary Urban Co-operative Credit Society / Multipurpose Co-operative Society in the State of Goa, securing a splendid margin of 18 votes over his nearest rival Shri Navnath P. Naik.

According to the election results, Shri Mashal Jaywant Adpaikar received the highest number of votes, while Shri Navnath P. Naik secured 12 votes. Another contestant, Shri Prakash Tukaram Naik, secured 05 votes in the election.

Supporters and well-wishers congratulated Shri Mashal Jaywant Adpaikar on his decisive victory and expressed confidence in his leadership and commitment towards the development of the co-operative sector in Goa.

Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar Launches Eco-Friendly Gas Cremation at Vasco Hindu CrematoriumVasco MLA Krishna Daji Salkar off...
26/05/2026

Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar Launches Eco-Friendly Gas Cremation at Vasco Hindu Crematorium

Vasco MLA Krishna Daji Salkar officially commenced construction work on a new gas-fired cremation shed at the Vasco Crematorium.
Salkar hailed the project as an excellent eco-friendly, non-polluting initiative by the Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) that will significantly cut costs for citizens.
Also extended his appreciation to MMC Chairperson Girish Borkar and the entire council for prioritizing sustainable local infrastructure.
Salkar also expressed gratitude to Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) for providing the financial backing via CSR initiatives

“Goa has lost one of its fiercest protectors and gentlest souls." Justice Rebello - EIEs Mormugao meet cancelled as a ma...
26/05/2026

“Goa has lost one of its fiercest protectors and gentlest souls."

Justice Rebello - EIEs Mormugao meet cancelled as a mark of respect.

Enough is Enough Goa has deeply mourned the untimely passing of Fr. Bolmax Pereira, a staunch environmental activist, brilliant academic, and a true son of the soil and as a mark of respect cancelled the meeting scheduled for the 27th of May.
“Fr. Bolmax didn't just preach conservation; he lived it on the streets, in the fields, and in the hearts of the Goan people.
His fearless advocacy for Goa’s ecology, biodiversity, and community rights was an inspiration to many” said Justice Ferdino Rebello
“Fr. Bolmax stood as an immovable pillar against the destruction of our beautiful homeland.
“His legacy of courage, faith, and environmental stewardship will continue to guide our collective fight for Goa's future” said core committee member Elvis Gomes
Echoing the sentiments, Mormugao’s EIE coordinator Edwin Mascarenhas said that Fr Bolmax’s voice will echo in every forest, river, and hill which he so bravely strived to save.

Elvis Gomes
Core Committee
EIE Goa.

THE CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION OF GOAPress Communique -for kind favour of publicationThe Catholic Association of Goa mourns th...
26/05/2026

THE CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION OF GOA

Press Communique -for kind favour of publication
The Catholic Association of Goa mourns the passing of Fr. Bolmax Pereira, Parish Priest of St. Francis Xavier Church, Chicalim, Mormugao, with deep sorrow and profound gratitude. A fearless champion of social and environmental justice, he joined his pastoral zeal to an unwavering commitment to protect Goa’s land, rivers and people. His voice—forthright, compassionate and rooted in Gospel values—gave courage to the marginalized and shamed apathy where it threatened our common home.
Fr. Bolmax was beloved by the people: among fishermen, farmers, students and parishioners his presence was steady, his counsel honest, and his laughter warm. He led campaigns for environmental protection with moral clarity, organized communities to defend their livelihoods, and inspired a generation to care for God’s creation as an act of faith. His sermons, protests and simple acts of kindness made him not only a priest but a true public servant of the people.
As we grieve, we also give thanks for his life of service. We remember his tireless advocacy, his tender pastoral care, and the countless moments when he stood shoulder to shoulder with those in need. May his example continue to kindle courage in our hearts and resolve in our actions to protect the environment and uphold human dignity.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, his parish community, and all who mourn him. We pray that the Lord of mercy receive Fr. Bolmax into eternal peace, comfort those who grieve, and strengthen us to carry forward his work for justice and creation care.
May he rest in peace.
Issued by

Cyril A. Fernandes,
President

*Last Rites of Dr. Rev. Fr. Bolmax Pereira*The last rites of Dr. Rev. Fr. Bolmax Pereira will be conducted on 28th May 2...
26/05/2026

*Last Rites of Dr. Rev. Fr. Bolmax Pereira*

The last rites of Dr. Rev. Fr. Bolmax Pereira will be conducted on 28th May 2026.

The mortal remains will be placed at St. Francis Xavier Church, Chicalim at 07:00 am for parishioners and well-wishers to pay their last respects, followed by Holy Mass at 10:00 am.

Subsequently, the mortal remains will be taken to his residence in Quepem.

The funeral cortège will depart from the residence at 02:30 pm to Holy Cross Church, Quepem, for the Eucharistic Celebration at 03:00 pm.

Issued by:
*St Francis Xavier Church, Chicalim*

Vasco MLA Krishna Daji Salkar commences pre-monsoon desilting and deweeding works of nullahs, channels, and key waterway...
25/05/2026

Vasco MLA Krishna Daji Salkar commences pre-monsoon desilting and deweeding works of nullahs, channels, and key waterways by the Water Resources Department across Vasco to prevent flooding during the monsoons.

Salkar said that timely desilting, along with new nullahs and cross drains at critical locations, will help ensure that Vasco once again witnesses zero flooding this year, like the past three years.

25/05/2026

Konkani Qawwali entralls “GÔY ANI GÔYKARPONN” Cultural Festival.

In a strong public affirmation of Goa’s heritage and communal harmony, the Catholic Association of Goa organised the “GÔY ANI GÔYKARPONN” Cultural Festival - Celebrating Goa’s Heritage and Identity through Music and Dance on Thursday, 21 May 2026, at the Taleigao Community Centre, Taleigao.

The highlight of the evening was the rendition of Konkani Qawwali by artiste Nawab Sheikh which was welcomed by the audience with applause and admiration. The qawwali was based on the evergreen Tiatrist M. Boyer’s song.

Sonia Shirsat, Sidhanath Buyao, Seby Fernandes, Sonali Naik, Assenca Fernandes, Custodio Dias, Kenneth Lobo, Fr. Elvis Fernandes (SFX) and Roque Lazarus rocked the evening with their songs and performances.

The event was intermingled with folk dances such as Ghummtam and Naach, Fuggddio, Mando, Divli Naach and the surprise package of Qawwali.

The Cultural event was an initiative of the Catholic Association of Goa (CAG), in collaboration with the Apostolate for Inter-Religious Dialogue, the Apostolate for Inculturation of the Goa Archdiocese, and Sadbhav of the Society of Pilar.

The programme drew an encouraging response and brought together people from different walks of life in a spirit of unity, cultural pride, and social harmony. Conceived as a positive and healing public response to the recent communal strain witnessed in Goa, the event sought to reaffirm the values of coexistence, mutual respect, and shared heritage that have long defined Goan society. Recent Church reporting has similarly described harmony-focused initiatives in Goa as responses to rising communal discord.

Through music, dance, and cultural expression, the festival celebrated the composite identity of Goa and reminded all present that the true strength of Goa lies in its communal bonding and inclusive social fabric. The organisers expressed deep satisfaction at the manner in which the programme was received and at the strong message of togetherness that emerged from the evening.

The Catholic Association of Goa expressed heartfelt gratitude to all the collaborating bodies, invited guests, artistes, supporters, donors, volunteers, and members of the public whose presence and support contributed to the success of the festival. Special appreciation was also extended to all those who worked behind the scenes to ensure that the event was conducted in a dignified and meaningful manner.

CAG stated that the success of this programme has strengthened its resolve to continue such initiatives in the future, so that Goa’s rich heritage, identity, and communal harmony may be preserved and celebrated for generations to come.
Issued by:
Cyril Aleixo Fernandes

President, The Catholic Association of Goa

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