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PAPA WILL FIX IT!

JAGDISH Sardesai, bashed up as many as three cars near the Dona Paula circle, when he lost control of his Rs1 crore plus BMW car on May 21, 2026 at 2am. A drunk Jagdish started shouting at the people who has gathered at the scene of the accident. He could be heard screaming gaali like “bastard” at the crowd which gathered. The police constable at the Police Outpost here at Dona Paula Circle was totally intimidated by the screaming Jagdish Sardesai.

 Sardesai is reportedly a resident of the Vaiganium Valley. This is the second time this year that he has been guilty of rash and negligent driving under the influence of liquor.  Apparently, in January, he was convicted by the District Court but got away with a fine of just Rs10,000. When the police team from Panaji arrived and got tough with he screamed for his “Papa, Papa” on his smartphone. The police arrested him as there was CCTV camera evidence of the rash driving accident. The breathalyzer test done showed that he was very drunk. Papa, no doubt, will fix it. There is a mystery over the girl who was with him in the car.

FINALLY, BEER CHEAPER THAN PETROL

WITH the latest increase in petrol prices to over Rs100 plus, beer is now cheaper in Goa than petrol. Petrol is selling at Rs100.45 in Goa petrol pumps. The cost of beer at a retail outlet for the common brands is just Rs90. Hard liquor, like the cheaper versions of whiskey and vodka are much cheaper in Goa then in the neighboring states. But it is not just tourists who drink and drive. In recent times, a number of Goans have been involved in accidents in Panaji due to drunken driving. The cars involved have been expensive once like Mercedes, BMW, and in a recent accident involved a 22-year-old at the Cidade de Goa, who was driving a Mini Cooper. The 20-year-old Darius Dias, who caused the death of a Cidade-de-Goa receptionist, was never arrested for the offense.

TAKE CARE OF YOUR TOE

A TOE Injury can literally put you under house arrest if not bed arrest. So don’t take any injury to the toe lightly. Always do an X-ray to rule out fracture. Injuries to the big toe are very common. You may injure your toe if you drop something heavy on it, accidentally. The toe could also get hurt due to a fall, particularly among senior citizens. Two wheeler accidents are a common cause of big toe injuries.  Sports persons, particularly those playing football, cricket, or even jogging, can hurt their toes. Avoid tight shoes, slippers without support, and high heels. There is no better cure than complete rest for a toe injury. It’s only in very rare cases that you need surgery and most doctors will say it’s a hairline fracture, just rest at home for a few days, do cold compress and take a painkiller.

NOW GYM JIHAD

NOW the saffron brigade has started raising the bogey of Gym jihad. They are claiming that Hindu girls going for a workout in gyms are bullied and harassed by their Muslim trainers. It is perhaps a coincidence but a number of Gym trainers happen to be Muslims. The Gym jihad alarms come in the wake of allegations that an employee of the Tata computers in Nasik harassed Hindu employees and forced them to recite the Kalma. Independent enquiries have however dismissed the charges.

NATIONAL COCKROACH PARTY

CHIEF Justice of India Surya Kant making  comments on a petition by a lawyer seeking the status of senior lawyer, commented that all RTI activist and unemployed youth had become digital media. He also compared them to cockroaches. This has led to an incredible   sharp reaction not only from media but from the youth of the country. Before you could say anything the Cockroach Janata Party was launched by Abhijit Dipake. The CJP has now become the party registering the frustration of young Indians. With its socialistic, democratic and lazy ideology, the CJP has attracted over six million young people online as members. Needless to say the Narendra Modi government has blocked the social media account of the Cockroach Janata Party.  

STATE BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION AWARDS ANNOUNCED

GOAState Biodiversity Board has announced the “Goa State Biodiversity Conservation Awards for the Year 2025” in appreciation of exemplary contribution in the field of conservation of biodiversity, ecology and environment. The award presentation ceremony was held on   May 22, 2026 at the Lok Bhavan in Dona Paula, Panaji.

In the BMC Category Awards (prize amount of Rs50,000 each), Parcem-Pernem BMC (North Goa) recognized the outstanding efforts of the BMC in preparing the People’s Biodiversity Register through a participatory and well-validated process.

Navelim BMC (South Goa) bagged the BMC Category award for the dedicated efforts of the Navelim BMC under the leadership of chairpersons Priya Almeida and former chairperson Kelly Quadros in promoting biodiversity conservation and community participation.

Appreciation awards were announced for Verna, Barcem Quedem and Cana Benaulim BMC from South Goa and Siolim Sodiem BMC from North for their contribution towards biodiversity conservation activities, preparation of PBR and other initiatives.

In the Individual category awards: Dr Baban Ingole (North Goa) is awarded in  recognition of his over 40 years of  dedicated research on Goa’s marine biodiversity, including studies on estuarine fauna, bivalves, benthic polychaetes, mangroves, oysters, and coral ecosystems. His work has significantly contributed to building a comprehensive understanding of the ecological and economic importance of coastal and estuarine species.

Then Datta Shambhu Naik (South Goa) gets his award for outstanding contribution as an environmentalist, matoli artisan and cultural guide from Priol-Goa, for preserving Goa’s biodiversity and traditional knowledge. Appreciation awards (in Individual category) go to Chetan Shantaram Talwar, Romaldina Fernandes (North Goa) and Rohidas G Kuncoliker, Francisca Gaudo and Pandurang Patil (South Goa) for their contribution in the field of environment, biodiversity and  traditional knowledge.

Gajanan Shamsundar Shetye is awarded in recognition of his lifelong passion for nature as a wildlife photographer and naturalist from Keri, Sattari, Goa. Roque Da Costa (South Goa) is awarded in Enthusiast category for decade-long dedication to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation in Curchorem, Quepem, and surrounding ecologically sensitive areas.

Appreciation award in Enthusiast category is awarded to Alisab Shaikh, rescuer, Forest Dept, (North Goa) and Francisco Fernandes (Pele) and Joao Souza Mergulhao (South Goa) for their contribution in the field of biodiversity conservation.

In Applied Biodiversity Researcher Category Prof (Dr) Bernard Felinov Rodrigues is awarded for his pioneering work on Arbuscular Mycorrhizal fungal diversity and Dr Sujata Dabolkar and Dr Suhas Shetye for their contribution towards applied biodiversity research, natural farming, forestry & conservation initiatives.

TOI journalist Gauree Mohandas Shenvi Malkarnekar has been awarded in Green Journalist Category.  A senior journalist with over 20 years of experience, she has played a vital role in highlighting Goa’s environmental concerns and conservation efforts through impactful and balanced reporting. Similarly, appreciation awards in Green Journalist Category go to Prasad Ravindra Sawant,  Gurpreet Singh and Nida Sayad for their vast experience in reporting, writing on biodiversity and other related fields.

Special Appreciation (certificates, memento, cash prize of Rs5,000) go to local body secretaries officiating as BMC secretaries or chairpersons or active members for their noteworthy work in facilitating the BMC functioning. They are Rupesh Kalangutkar (secretary, Virnoda), Gururnath Kerkar (secretary, Querim-Sattari), Shubham Bhartu (BDO Pernem), Mazel Fernandes (Batim chairperson), Shirish Pai (Shristhal), Rajendra Sawant (Dongurli Thane secretary),  Vidhi Gaonkar (Caurem Pirla, chairperson), Namita Vijayprasad Hazare (secretary, Shiroda),  Rajat Narvekar (secretary, Querim, Ponda), Kriselle Afonso (Betalbatim chairperson), Amarnath Govenkar (Pilerne) and Sharmila Volvoikar (Piligao).

Special Recognition for Goa State Biodiversity Conservation Awards 2025 (Certificates and Memento only) for contribution in the field of Biodiversity is awarded to Jairam Gaonkar,  Alkesh Mistri, Sanjay Hondkar, Vinay Gauns,  Vishal Rawlley, Vishant Bandekar, Dristhi Marine, Reef Watch, Vishwanath Gawas (ZAO), Nilesh Shamba Parwar (ZP, Querim), Mugdha Shirodkar.

FREE MULTISPECIALITY HEALTH CHECK-UP

THE Indian Red Cross Society Salcete Branch is having a free multi-speciality health check-up  for members of the public at the Ravindra Bhavan in Margao on May 24, 2026  from 9am to 1pm. According to Dr Suvarna Fonseca, vice chairperson and coordinator IRCS, SB, civic groups and NGO people may inform family members, relatives, friends and acquaintances about this free health check-up and also ask them to spread the message. This is so that many more may avail of the benefit of this pre-monsoon health check-up camp.

International Museum Day at MoCA

The Museum of Christian Art (MoCA), Old Goa, marked International Museum Day 2026 with a vibrant 3-day celebration titled May for Mango, Music, Museum andMario, bringing together music, heritage, and community engagement.

The celebrations commenced on May 16 with Echoes of May, a live musical evening held in the museum courtyard. Featuring the Three Tale Trio — Daniella Rodrigues (vocals and saxophone), Jason Quadros (keyboards), and Jeshurun D’Cruz (drums), the performance offered a rich blend of jazz, pop, and timeless classics. Highlights of the evening included an enchanting keyboard rendition of River Flows in You, a lively sing-along to Sussegado Goa by Oscar Castellino, a soulful saxophone segment, and a moving performance of What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong. The event saw enthusiastic participation and set a positive tone for the days ahead.

May 17 saw in collaboration with The Goan Kitchen, Mangoes of Goa: A TastingExperience in the mango orchards of the Royal Chapel of St Anthony. The intimate gathering of participants was facilitated by mango enthusiasts Revati and Charles Victor. The session introduced guests to the history, etymology, cultivation, and cultural significance of Goa’s mango varieties. Participants were guided through a curated tasting of heritage mangoes such as Mankurad, Mussorad, Xavier, Fernand, Bishop, Hilario and more. The diversity of flavors, from the fibrous sweetness of Mussorad to the distinctive aftertaste of Bishop, offered a deeper appreciation of Goa’s agricultural heritage

The IMD celebrations continued on May 18 with free entry, inviting visitors to wander through the museum and rediscover its treasures at their own pace. Young minds explored creativity at Flora Marks:Museum Impressions, a hands-on workshop inspired by nature and art, while curious visitors joined Discover MoCA, a free guided walkthrough of the museum’s highlights. As the day drew to a close, the legacy of Mario Miranda was celebrated with a special screening of “The World ofMario…Seriously Funny!” — a tribute to Goa’s most iconic artist, in collaboration with Doordarshan, Goa, drawing diverse audiences and reinforcing the museum’s role as a dynamic cultural space in Goa.

Together, these events reinforced MoCA’s role as a dynamic cultural space, fostering meaningful connections through art, heritage, and shared experiences. Through efforts like these, MoCA continues to strengthen its presence as a lively centre for cultural exchange in Goa.

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