photogallery.malayalam.samayam.comInteresting photogallery from Malayalam Samayam en-us2015 Times Internet Limited.http://syndication.indiatimes.com/http://images.photogallery.indiatimes.com/photo.cms?msid=48053890http://photogallery.malayalam.samayam.comSun, 29 Jun 2025 21:48:39 +0530http://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/101389638.cmsPeople in Goa have been delighted by the sight of two horses walking on the Candolim beach belt every evening. Gazi and Electra have been adopted by the Pinto family, two of whom are vets, since June 2022. The horses now are kept at their ancestral house in Candolim, where the family has hosted one-day play dates with the horses for people to interact with them. People learn a lot of things here including, learning about horses, their behaviour, and how to adjust around them; How to lead a horse; Do basic ground-work exercises; Taking care of a horse; Feeding; Grooming; Taking them for walks.Fri, 30 Jun 2023 14:20:13 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/101389132.cmsThe Coutband Jetty in South Goa, which otherwise is bustling with life, now wears an almost peaceful, pensive look owing to the fishing ban that has been in force since June 1. The 1 km long jetty is now dotted with over 500 trawlers, which are in varying phases of maintenance, in preparation for the next fishing season that will resume on August 01, 2023. While most of the trawler crew have gone back to their hometowns – in Jharkhand, Orissa, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh for these two months, the net weavers have made their way to Goa to mend the fishing nets. Fri, 30 Jun 2023 14:05:21 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/101388759.cmsVenkatesh Charloo quit his banking job in Hong Kong, returned to India and decided to transplant coral fragments to help the ocean thrive. He followed his passion and moved to Goa in 1995. Already a certified scuba instructor then, Venkatesh had been a first-hand witness to the ocean’s degrading health as a scuba diver, Venkatesh decided to work towards the betterment of the sea bed, with his coral transplantation exercise. He conducts this exercise at Grande Island, where he has 10 tables set at the sea bed and has about 12 tiles per table, with 4 coral fragments. He has transplanted about 480 coral fragments so far.Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:54:28 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/101388191.cms​The Department of Environment of Government of Goa through the Goa State Biodiversity Board & Goa State Pollution Control Board organised a cyclathon to celebrate World Bicycle Day & World Environment Day, The event was supported by 7 cycling clubs in Goa -- Xaxti Riders, Propedalerz, Sportif Amigos, Slopes & Bends, Panjim Cycling Club, Goa Naval Area and Vasco Cycling Club. The event spread the message of Mission Life, and a clean and fit India, a total of 350+ cyclists participated, with the youngest being 9-yr old Jonah Gracias Flor from Margao and the oldest 81 yr old wing commander (retd) Ajit Singh Guglani from Vasco.Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:36:26 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/101386968.cmsMeghna Naidu and her Portuguese tennis player husband Luis Miguel Reis, were vacationing in Goa, relaxing at their home in Candolim. Meghna, a bohemian at heart, spoke about herself, her work and more. Having been associated with her screen image for the longest time, the actress says she is quite the opposite and is cool but boring. She is back to work after a break with an OTT short film where she will be playing a scammer. On having kids, the actress says that she is not trying for any and will not go through the trouble of IVF as the process is draining.Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:01:36 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100616670.cmsOff late Goa has seen a rise in the number of ‘sip and paint’ events, where you sip on your drink and you paint, its relaxed and fun. These are regular events in venues like various in cafes or private venues and are social gatherings where people can come together and create their own artwork while sipping their favourite drinks. For this relaxing session, you don’t really need to know how to paint. If someone needs assistance on how to paint, artists provide step-by-step instructions on how to paint. Participants from ages 4 to 60 have painted at these workshops. These events give the artists a chance to shine, without having to bother about the materials involved in trying it out.Tue, 30 May 2023 13:30:11 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/100613351.cmsGoan houses have many stories to tell – about the people that lived there for generations, of the grand luncheons, dinners that they hosted, and the changing times they have seen – only if they could talk. Back in the time, these palatial houses would be home to over 20 people from three generations or more, but as families became nuclear, and many members moved out, those left to manage and maintain these houses found a humongous task to their credit.Tue, 30 May 2023 11:49:57 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99196714.cmsEvery alternate day, they gather at the corner of the field – pulling up their socks, fastening the laces and gazing towards the pitch. Plotting the passes and moves silently, they stretch and warm up. And before long, they are ready to play the beautiful game. “After all, we’re all above 60, and some of us have delicate bones and muscles. So we can’t take a chance,” says Hilário Fernandes, president of the Senior Citizens FC (North) Goa. Hilário, who’s 72, is joined by other members of the club, all 26 of whom are senior citizens, but have the flair for life and the sport that can match any 20-something’s enthusiasm. Though most of them have played professionally for various clubs, these veterans are not only ex-footballers. There are government servants, cops, bankers, media people, seamen and expats, but they come together on one field, carrying no differences or hold-ups.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 04:09:51 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99196599.cmsCelebrating the international year of the millets, Goans got together at Mapusa to participate in the Nachneachem fest. Over 30 vendors displayed various homemade dishes made from millets mainly ragi – from nachnem shirvolem, Kappa, modaks, bhakris. Workshops were held and recipes were shared on how to prepare tizaan, amil, and millet soup. To further entertain the crowd, singer and musician O’luv composed a song on the theme of the festival, and was accompanied by Willy Goes, Carlos Gonsalves and Felly Gomes providing music using coconut shells and ghumots.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 04:04:57 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99196474.cmsThe villagers of Molcornem, in contrast, had a different celebration, where instead of Holi colours they played with fire and hot embers in the Sheni Uzzo festival. Held in the vicinity of the Shree Mallikarjun Temple, in Quepem, the gade – men assigned to conduct these rituals – were first seen carrying huge areca nut palms on their shoulders and running across the premises. These palms were then erected, and the gade climbed them. A fire( Uzzo ) was then lit using cow dung cakes (Sheni ) – thus giving the festival its name –the embers of which are thrown up in the air, for people to run under and seek the blessings of the gods. (All photos: Amey Simepurushkar)Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:59:41 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99196268.cmsShigmotsav in Goa was a festive time with major cities and towns donning a colourful garb, with the traditional floats making their way on designated roads. The Shigmotsav saw the streets decked with statues and décor, reverberating with the beats of dhols. Brightly coloured and lit floats majorly depicted Indian mythological scenes. The onlookers, too inspired by the dhol beats, swung into dance, some matching the local folk dance steps of the performers in the parade.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:51:33 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99195627.cmsGoa donned a bright and vibrant look this Holi. With parties across the state, from Ponda to Anjuna, locals and tourists alike, were seen partying from morning right until dusk. Party planners amped up their game with several venues hosting not only Goan artistes but even nationally known names. With pool parties and rain dances all over, Goa found a perfect way to beat the heat. Some parties tried to keep it as local as possible, from DJs, to the colours, everything was sourced locally.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:25:24 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99195300.cmsThousands gathered to celebrate the fourth edition of NoMoZo along the service road at Porvorim in Goa. NoMoZo 4.0 was declared open by releasing balloons in the air by the dignitaries on the main stage. The service road at Porvorim was decked up with colourful mats, pandals, gazebos and people chit-chatting and experiencing a unique festival - 'NOMOZO 4.0' (No Motor Zone). The place came to life when over 50 stalls started selling a variety of hand-made items like pottery, artefacts, eatables and more. The main stage, music zone, art zone, and performance zone witnessed people of all ages gather to showcase their talent and appreciate talent of singers, dancers, artists, etc. (All photos: Adrian Andre Andrade)Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:10:29 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/99195122.cmsThe 3rd Goa Bird Race was an exciting one, where a total of seven teams participated, and spotted bird species from dawn to dusk. Goa is among the few states which have recorded a total of around 486 birds both from the residential and migratory species. However, this year participants saw fewer birds. Although teams spotted over 200 out of 486 total species found in Goa, there has been a decrease in the overall number of birds. A reason for this decrease in case of wetlands is the non-usage of water for irrigation purposes, as a result, the water level of the lake remains high all-round the year. Birds need shallow waters for feeding on vegetation in the lake.Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:01:52 +0530BCCLhttp://photogallery.indiatimes.com/articleshow/98343970.cmsWith few taxis operating at the Manohar International Airport, flyers are left to fend for themselves at Mopa. The air traffic at the Mopa airport is steadily increasing since it first started operations on January 5, with direct flights to Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Jaipur, Nagpur, Chennai and other cities. However, the road transport from the airport seems dismal. Also, network issues are rampant (All photos: Adrian Andre Andrade)Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:31:49 +0530BCCL