The Portuguese are genuinely unique. They are very kind, considerate and caring. Extremely hospitable, very honest and straightforward. What you see is what you get. Their passion for football is unbeatable. Music lovers and fun loving they are. They are very laid back while one can never see even a trace of malice or greed […]
REV. FR LUCAS RODRIGUES – A TRUE SHEPHERD
Many Goan Priests across the world are playing a yeoman role in missionary work and community service in Parishes they are attached to. This enables the parishioners to better express themselves whilst receiving Pastoral support in our Konkani language. It is of great help to Goans settled abroad and this is how the Goan Chaplaincy […]
WINDS OF POLITICAL CHANGE IN THE UK
The United Kingdom is inching towards the July 4th General Elections which will decide who assumes the reins of the next British Government. The ruling Conservative party currently led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is gearing up for a drubbing which is now certain and inevitable. Only to be seen is the extent of the […]
OCI – MY ENTITLEMENT
A year ago I opted for Portuguese Nationality and surrendered my Indian Passport. It was one of the wisest decisions I have taken in life. A decision I will never ever regret. After acquiring Portuguese Nationality, I continue steadfastly embracing my birth land Goa and India, the country where I was born, brought up and […]
FAREWELL DEAREST FRANCIS – UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
On 18th June we laid to eternal rest our Ribandar brother Francisco Xavier Fernandes at Swindon in the United Kingdom. Local Parish Priest Rev. Father Lucas Rodrigues concelebrated the Mass at Holy Rood Church in Konkani and so was the Choir. God has blessed me immensely with a multitude of friends across the world and […]
EUROPE GRAPPLING WITH REFUGEES AND ILLEGAL MIGRANTS
The United Kingdom and Portugal are great and beautiful countries. With abundant natural resources and being very progressive in all fields. However, both these countries, like many other European nations, are currently grappling with the alarming problem of refugees and illegal immigrants. Their governments are facing grave financial implications in dealing with these issues. A very heavy […]
2024-THE ELECTION YEAR
Around the Globe this year, perhaps we are seeing more voters than ever in the general elections. At least 64 nations besides the European Union are witnessing elections. In fact, almost half the world’s population are voting nationally this year. With many countries including India having concluded the election process, all eyes now shift to […]
INTENT OF OCI CARD MUST KEEP EVOLVING
Currently as per the Government rules, Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card holders can pursue seven professions in India. They are Advocates, Doctors, Dentists, Nurses, Pharmacists, Architects and Chartered Accountants. Besides those with OCI are also eligible for appointment as teaching faculty in IITs, NITs, IIMs and Central Universities. Maybe the government should consider widening […]
LET OUR CONSCIENCE ALWAYS GUIDE US
As a graduate in Political Science, Public Administration and Sociology, over the last many decades my interest in political happenings has always been vivid with social networking close to my heart. The people of Goa have voted in the current Lok Sabha elections. Not surprisingly many have expressed surprise over my stoic silence during these […]
LONDON, THE VIBRANT CITY THAT HAS IT ALL
Just as in the 90’s British Romantic Comedy ‘Notting Hill’. It was a great day spent exploring famous Notting Hill, Portobello Road and the sights around. The visit to ‘Lisboa’ one of the oldest Portuguese grocery shop selling Portuguese Cod – Bacalhau, Octopus, Cheese, Sausage, Ham, Deserts, a variety of Regional Wines and much more. […]