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Goa University’s Goa Heritage Festival 2026 was officially inaugurated by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Sr. Prof. Rajendr...
22/10/2026

Goa University’s Goa Heritage Festival 2026 was officially inaugurated by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Sr. Prof. Rajendra S. Gad, in the presence of Prof. Sunder N. Dhuri, Registrar, Dr. Walter Menezes, Director, Centre for Indian Knowledge System and Mr. Nandesh Naik, President, Goa University No-Teaching Employees Association.

The festival aims to promote Goan culture, heritage, entrepreneurship and local talent by providing a meaningful platform for local vendors, traditional artisans and students from various colleges to showcase their skills, creativity and cultural performances. Embracing the spirit of “Vocal for Local” and “Shop for a Cause”, the event actively encourages young talent while supporting local entrepreneurs and artisans.

All students, faculty, staff and members of the public are cordially invited to visit and support our local talent.

Event Details
Date: 22nd & 23rd October 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Venue: Silver Jubilee Hall, Goa University.


22/10/2026

Goa University’s Women’s Chess Team Captain, Gunjal Chopdekar, shares her thoughts following the team's third-place finish at the AIU’s West Zone Inter-University Chess Women Championship 2026-27.

22/10/2026

Goa University’s Heritage Festival 2026 officially commences today, bringing Goa’s rich heritage, culture and traditions to life on campus!

Guided by the theme “Celebrating Our Heritage, Preserving Our Culture and Inspiring Our Future”, this two-day celebration features traditional Goan music, vibrant folk performances and authentic culinary showcases.

All are cordially invited to experience the festivities: Shri Nandesh Naik, President, Goa University Non-Teaching Employees Association

Event Details
Date: 22nd & 23rd October 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Venue: Silver Jubilee Hall, Goa University


22/10/2026

Goa University’s Heritage Festival 2026 is officially underway at the Silver Jubilee Hall as Prof. Sunder N Dhuri, Registrar, Goa University, highlights the core vision behind this cultural initiative and extends a warm invitation to students, faculty, staff and members of the public.

From celebrating indigenous Goan culinary traditions to preserving authentic folk art forms, the two-day festival offers an immersive experience of Goa's rich heritage.

Join us on campus today and tomorrow to partake in the celebrations.

Event Details
Date: 22nd & 23rd October 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Venue: Silver Jubilee Hall, Goa University


Goa University’s Women’s Chess Team secured third place at the AIU’s West Zone Inter-University Chess Women Championship...
22/10/2026

Goa University’s Women’s Chess Team secured third place at the AIU’s West Zone Inter-University Chess Women Championship 2026-27, organised by Shri Jagdishprasad Jhabarmal Tibrewala University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, from 12th to 16th October 2026.

The team, comprising Gunjal Chopdekar, Sanvi Naik Gaonkar, Netra Savaikar, Nidhi Gaude, Shweta Sahakari and Ms. Dorathy Alphonso (Coach cm Manager), was felicitated by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Sr. Prof. Rajendra Gad, alongside Prof. Sunder N. Dhuri, Registrar, Shri Balachandra Jadar, Assistant Director of Physical Education and Sports and Shri Shashikant Morajkar, Assistant Registrar, Public Relations


Goa University’s Manohar Parrikar School of Law, Governance and Public Policy (MPSLGPP) hosted an insightful session und...
22/10/2026

Goa University’s Manohar Parrikar School of Law, Governance and Public Policy (MPSLGPP) hosted an insightful session under its Guest Lecture Series.

Dr. Suresh Shanbhogue, retired bureaucrat with the Government of Goa, delivered an engaging talk on ‘Understanding World Happiness Rankings 2026’. The session offered students valuable perspectives on integrating happiness metrics into modern governance and public policy frameworks.

The event was coordinated by Assistant Professor Tazmeen Ramzan Athani from the Public Administration Programme.


Goa University’s IMBA – Hospitality & Tourism discipline at Goa Business School hosted an Expert Workshop on Advanced Ba...
22/10/2026

Goa University’s IMBA – Hospitality & Tourism discipline at Goa Business School hosted an Expert Workshop on Advanced Bakery and Chocolate Arts to mark International Chefs Day.

Designed to enhance practical skills, the workshop exposed students to technical pastry crafting, chocolate artistry and contemporary culinary trends led by industry experts.


Goa University invites all teaching and non-teaching staff to a Training Session/Sensitization Programme on ‘Mental Heal...
19/10/2026

Goa University invites all teaching and non-teaching staff to a Training Session/Sensitization Programme on ‘Mental Health, Psychological First Aid and Referral Mechanism’.

The session will be conducted by Dr. Vithoba N. Mhalkar, Associate Professor, DPN, Institute of Psychiatry & Human Behaviour (IPHB). The programme aims to promote mental well-being, provide practical skills in psychological first aid and establish effective referral mechanisms within the university campus.

We encourage all faculty and staff members to attend this vital institutional session. Those who are interested in attending the session may send their details to [email protected]

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, 28th October 2026
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Venue: Seminar Hall, Block B, Goa University


Goa University’s Non-Teaching Employees’ Association (GUNTEA), in collaboration with the Centre for Indian Knowledge Sys...
19/10/2026

Goa University’s Non-Teaching Employees’ Association (GUNTEA), in collaboration with the Centre for Indian Knowledge System and the Department of Art & Culture, brings you the vibrant Heritage Festival under the theme “Celebrating Our Roots and Preserving Our Future”! Immerse yourself in the rich flavours and soulful melodies of Goa across two exciting, action-packed days.

Indulge in authentic health-focused dishes at the Indigenous Foods of Goa sales and competition, featuring cash prizes for the finest local cuisines. Watch the stage come alive during the Folk Songs of Goa Competition, where students perform folk classics celebrating Goan food culture.

Join us to support local artisans, savour tradition and experience Goan heritage like never before!

Event Details
Date: 22nd to 23rd October 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Venue: Silver Jubilee Hall, Goa University.


16/10/2026

Goa University’s Non-Teaching Employees’ Association (GUNTEA), in collaboration with the Department of Art & Culture and the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) Cell, brings you the much-awaited Goa University Heritage Festival 2026!

Get ready for two full days of festive shopping, incredible local flavours and vibrant culture at our Exhibition cm Shopping Mela. Embracing the spirit of Shop for Cause, Local for Vocal and Seva Sankalp, this festival brings together everything that makes Goa special, from lip-smacking traditional snacks and handmade arts to stunning Kunbi attire, indigenous jewellery and eco-friendly goodies. Do not forget to explore our special Indian Knowledge System (IKS) corner and cheer for our local farmers, self-help groups and women entrepreneurs!

Bring along your friends and family, support our local artisans and soak in the festive cheer.

Event Details
Date: 22nd and 23rd October 2026
Venue: Jubilee Hall, Goa University


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