WARDS TO VADDOS
Sukdo Gaude has woven a self-sufficient life, amidst the ‘susegaad’ culture
While the government emphasizes the concept of ‘Swayampurna’, individuals like Sukdo Gaude have been living embodiments of selfsufficiency for decades
Keeping the rhythm alive: Meet Arambol’s octogenarian brass band virtuoso Alex Fernandes
ARAMBOL: Goa witnessed 450 years of Portuguese rule, which left an indelible mark on the culture and traditions of the…
The last local mhalo of Cuncolim, Balu Kurtarkar, preserves traditional barbering
Cuncolim is witnessing a shift in its traditional occupations, but one man has remained steadfast in preserving his age-old profession.…
Seamstress extraordinaire Laxmi Kerkar’s empowering 45-year reign as a village tailor
Thanks to her nimble fingers, attention to detail and warm personality, Laxmi has not only provided for her family’s livelihood…
Vasudev ‘Daada’ Naik is Ponda’s ‘Motorcycle Samaritan’ for stray animals
Riding from Ponda town to Vaghurme, Vasudev Naik’s ‘bullet’ motorcycle beckons stray dogs instead of triggering their defensive instincts
Crafting beauty from earth: The artistry of John Paul Valles, Succoro’s Mr Potter
PORVORIM: Moulding works of terracotta art always came naturally to John Paul Valles, better known as Mr Potter, in his…
