Put Konkani theatre above all disputes
The recent controversy surrounding the air tickets of our beloved Konkani drama artists traveling from the UK to Goa has deeply saddened the entire Goenkar community. Whoever is responsible for these mistakes must have the courage to come forward and address the public honestly. Silence and blame games only deepen wounds and fuel unnecessary conflict. True respect for our cultural icons demands transparency and responsibility. F
Death does not discriminate, no matter who we are
Ronnie Dsouza’s latest letter about All Souls’ Day has prompted me to offer my thoughts on the subject of mortality. For being a reality and a basic characteristic that we all share, we rarely ever reflect on our own mortality. Neither do we seem to learn that death does not...
Authorities' lackadaisical attitude results in misery
The Vasco Sunday market fire on October 28, which gutted at least 140 shops and destroyed property worth crores of rupees, is deeply disturbing (TGE, October 30). The incident has once again exposed the lack of basic fire safety measures in Goa’s markets. Fire hydrants were non-functional, as in Margao,...
Teenage pregnancy is preventable
There are many States which are model States in health care and education. Yet, teenage pregnancy remains a silent crisis, reportedly on the rise in some districts. This is not merely a health issue but also a social and educational concern that effects the future of the girl child. Several...
No leader can remain indispensable forever
Power breeds an insatiable desire for control and possession, along with a deep fear of losing it. Those in power dread the moment when truth catches up with the carefully constructed web of lies. Recent developments involving Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reflect how political fortunes...
