A modern serenade: Daniel, the harp and the sounds of Goa
KATHERINE MANUELIf you have scrolled through Instagram reels over the course of a few weeks and your For You page is musically inclined, there is a chance you have stumbled across the heavenly sounds of a harp to the tune of the Konkani
In Goa too, Kriti’s Rakhi Ad sparks debate over tradition and choice
Kriti Sanon’s GIVA Raksha Bandhan advertisement has sparked a wider debate over whether women’s clothing at festivals reflects cultural values, with Goan voices weighing tradition, personal choice and evolving fashion
The humble coconut, now a costly ingredient across Goan kitchens
As festive demand rises across Goa, coconut prices continue to climb; consumption, however, has remained largely unaffected
Onam has a home in Goa
As Malayalis recreate the traditions of home, Onam celebrations in Goa are growing beyond the community, with neighbours and friends joining in the food, festivities and cultural traditions of Keralam
Keeping the party safe and the good times rolling
After a viral brawl outside a Patto club raised concerns, party organisers explain the measures they take to prevent a night of celebration from descending into violence



