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Time To Salute Ourselves
The recent incidents of desecrations created a lot of tension in Goa.The police has arrested one Francis Pereira, aged 50 years, in this connection. However, not everyone is satisfied with his arrest. There are voices complimenting the police force while others feel that this is a cover up story. With the ongoing investigation, we at Xit-Koddi are optimistic that the truth will soon come to light.
But our compliments are to ourselves – GOANS, for maintaining exemplary calm during these testing times. Elsewhere, in the country, these kinds of incidents would have flared up into communal violence. The bonds of unity, peace and friendship between Hindus, Christians and Muslims of Goa have manifested the age old maturity in handling this issue. Goans stood tall believing that no true, right thinking Goan group or individuals would ever damage the social and religious fabric of Goa. It is for this, that we salute ourselves.
May this communal harmony reign in Goa forever.
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Voting Rights to NRIs: In a big leap towards permitting a 25 million-strong NRI population to vote in Indian elections from abroad, the Supreme Court on July 14, said it had to be done at any cost, and asked the Modi government to decide within one week how it plans to go about it. A bench of chief
Melissa Alvares a former Goan student of the New Indian School has graduated in Medicine at Avicenna Tajik Medical University, Tajikistan. Melissa is the daughter of late Benedito (Benny) Alvares, a former employee of Ministry of Interior, Bahrain. Her mother Mille Alvares was a teacher at the New Indian School. Their children Milbon, Melissa, Ivo (who continues to live in Bahrain) and Mark were all born and brought up in Bahrain. Benny, who was a regular member of the Young Goans Club was well known for his acting in Konkani dramas in Bahrain. Xit-Koddi extends warm greetings to young Dr. Melissa.
justice J S Khehar and justice D Y Chandrachud was angry that the government had not made the necessary amendments (of the Act or Rules) in the Representation Of Peoples Act to allow the voting by NRIs, despite repeated assurances to the court. It may be recalled that in 2016, Simon D’Silva, president of Goan Welfare Association Qatar, who is also the president of Global Goan Chamber of Commerce had filed a petition in the Supreme Court of India seeking direction, in respect of granting online, postal ballot voting/rights to non resident Goans and Indians.
Sao Joao Festivities: Goans are virtually unstoppable when it comes to celebration and revelry, color and music. This was
Konkani Proverb
evident at the Sao Joao celebrated with enthusiastic fervor on June 26, by the Goan Footballers at Al Kawara Swimming Pool in Jid Ali. The celebrations featured a colorful procession led by most recently married couples carrying variety of fruits, which were later auctioned. The organizers created a multicolored atmosphere by distributing head-gears to all present. The event with lunch also featured games and competitions in line with the festive theme. DJ Joyee played an assortment of Sao Joao songs throughout the day.
Anddleanchim Gorvam Dev Rakhta
(Fausto V. da Costa - Varkem, Goem)
Niyallunk-Kovnam
Akantak sampodlear tujo dusman
Dhanvun tachea adharak pav
Kednaim tum sonkoxttant poddlear
Devachi kurpa zait tuka fav.(Daniel F. de Souza - Vasku, Goem)
Pio Fernandes (Bahrain): It was indeed a pleasure to attend the prize distribution function organized by Goan Footballers at Papillion restaurant in Manama. Hospitality was much displayed by the committee. The organizers have not only rallied round the sporting community but have reached out to good causes with whatever they earn from the tournaments. This is a step to be applauded by all. They also did not fail to recognize the other talents of Goan fraternity in Bahrain in the field of education, with their felicitation of the two students who excelled in the recently held board exams of tenth standard. These footballers in Bahrain are a force to reckon with. Gõykarponn tumchea oslea sovem sodanch jivem urom !
Bozo: Ajea, hem soglem cholam tem kitem ? Goem bhaile munis yeun ‘beef’ khatelea Goenkarank dhomki diunk lagleat, anik amim hem soglem thondant bott ghalun polletat. Azo: Are Bojea, Goenkarank bhaile munis domki ditat ti khobor sodd, atam Goykaruch Goenkarachi duspott korunk fudem sorleat. Francis Pereira-achi khobor tuvem aikonk nam.
Bozo: Punn Ajea, maka zalear disonam, heo sogleo azneri Francis Periera-an eklean keleat mhunn. Hea ghoddneanim kosloi tori gutt liplolo asa.
Azo: Are Bojea, gutt kitlo teomp lipun urtolo. Sot veginuch nodrek etelem. Punn hea soglea odruxtti disanim Goykaranim xhanti samballi, tachi amim toknai korpachi. Anik khuisorui zalear dhormvaddi zuzam mandpache.
Bozo: Hem tujem khorem Ajea, Goykarank xabaski ani veg-vegle dhormam sovem ixttagotichi sombond asot zalear sonvsarant sovostkai aspachi.
Azo: Oi Bojea, Goykaranchi dekh sogleanim ghetlear puro mhunn maguia.
=Bap'pa Bahreinkar
Know Goa Programme: The 10th Know Goa Programme 2017 is scheduled to be held from November 30 to December 14, 2017. It is intended for students and young professionals in the age group of 18 to 28 years who have distinguished themselves in various fields and who have shown an abiding interest in Goa and in India. The participants will get an opportunity to visit premier educational, cultural, historical and industrial places of interest, besides interacting with local youth and elected representatives at the grass root level, and meet State and Central Government dignitaries. Interested persons may contact the Indian missions abroad as soon as possible for more details and application form.
Sacred Heart Church - Bahrain
Jesus Youth of Sacred Heart Church (SHC) parish is organizing a Marian Youth Conference titled “Marhaba- Do not be Afraid” for Teens, Youth and Young Couples in SHC parish during the Eid Holidays on 1st, 2nd & 3rd September 2017 at Our Lady of Arabia Auditorium. The event starts with a live Gospel Concert by the Acts of the Apostles band from India on 31st August from 7.30 p.m. onwards.
Vadd-disacho giftt gheunk dog ixtt eka 'Sports' dukanant bhitor sorle.
Eklean futtbol dakhounk sanglem tem polleun dusrean vicharlem,
"Are ixtta, tujie ajiek giftt gheta nhoi tum? Zanntteleak oslo giftt ditat?"
"Pondra dis adim mhozo vadd-dis aslo, tednam tinnem mhaka Povitr Pustok dilolem. Dekhun hanv tika futtbol ditam." Futtbol ghetolean sanglem.
(Vincy Quadros, Raia Goa)
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Champions League Finals – Quiz Winners: Xit-Koddi Quiz on Champions League Finals failed to have a clear winner for the first prize. There were 5 correct entries for 2 consolation prizes. Instead of drawing lots to decide the two winners, Xit-Koddi gave away prizes to all 5 contestans. Congratulations to Annie Fernandes, Andrea DeMello, Cyndi Crasto, Filipe Fernandes and Travon S. Silva.
Francisco & Piedade Pereira
Anamika Fernandes & Vinosha Gracias
Behind everyone’s success, there is effort and dedication. And success should be given recognition. Xit-Koddi takes pride in recognizing two little Goan stars in Bahrain.
Anamika Raiza Fernandes of Indian School
Goan Community members Francisco and his beloved wife Piedade Pereira bade farewell to their second home – Bahrain - at the end of June.
Francisco, a humble gentleman with lots of emulative qualities worked with E. K. Kanoo (Toyota) from the time of his arrival to Bahrain in 1981. Soft spoken Francisco attended customers with his unique personality at the parts counter of Toyota at Manama . On retirement, Francisco was presented with a handsome cash award for his long and dedicated service with the company.
His wife Piedade, is well known not only to Goan but to a large number of Indian Community members. She has served at The Asian School for the last 26 years. Many of us, whose children have studied at Asian School will agree with me on the professional enthusiasm as a teacher she exhibited to lay a strong foundation for our children at school.
The couple are blessed with a son and daughter, both of them, born and brought up in Bahrain. Their daughter Brenda Pereira, completed her schooling at the Indian School Bahrain and went on to complete her Engineering (Architecture) at the Pune University. Brenda is presently employed as an Architect and Project Manager with Nada Ahmadi Architects Bahrain. Their son Brian Pereira, also completed his schooling at Indian School and graduated in BBA through Global Institute, Bahrain. Brian is employed with Toyota as a Parts Advisor for their Body Shop Division in Arad.
The family hails from St. Jose De Areal, Goa. Xit-Koddi wishes Francisco and Piedade a peaceful and happy settlement back home in ‘Amchem Goem'.
(ISB) displayed exemplary performance in the Class X of CBSE exams held in March 2017. In the results announced recently, Anamika scored a praiseworthy 10 out of 10 Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). Anamika is the daughter of renowned Konkani writer, poet and director Pio Fernandes and late Joyce Fernandes. Her brother is also a student at ISB in Class X of the current academic year. The family hails from Cortalim, Goa. Among the Goan community of Bahrain, Anamika has gain accolades in singing in our mother tongue Konkani and for participation in Goan cultural dances.
Xit-Koddi caught up with Vinosha Gracias, as she was walking out of the Indian School compound in Isa- Town with a memento and certificate. She was awarded for scoring a a commendable 10 out of 10 Commulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) in the Class X of CBSE exams held in March 2017. Vinsoha, born and brought up in Bahrain is the daughter of Cinetra Barretto and Hilbon Ashton Gracias from Chinchinim, Goa. Her sister Valesha Seina Gracias is a Class VII student at the Indian School. Vinosha will continue her studies at ISB in Science stream with an aim of pursuing a career in medicine.
Anamika and Vinosha, the little Goan Stars in Bahrain were felicitated by Goan Footballers during their prize distribution ceremony of football league. They were presented with a mementos and gift vouchers.
Congratulations to Anamika and Vinosha !
...................…….. that when Dr Rajendra Prasad was appointed the President of India, he only took 50% of his salary, claiming he did not require more than that. The salary of the President was Rs 10,000 back then.
The Young Goans Club (YGC) is witnessing a buzz of activity in this year. Xit-Koddi is pleased to highlight some of the events here.
YGC May Queen 2017: Former student of Indian School Slenzita D’Cruz captured all that was on offer at the YGC May Queen 2017 pageant on May 18. She was crowned the YGC May Queen 2017 by the Curtorim MLA Alexio Reginald Lorenco, who was the chief guest at the event. Slenzita dominated the pageant among 10 contestants winning the ‘Best Hair-Do’ and ‘Best Smile’ awards too. At a well organized event by the YGC at Swiss International Hotel in Gudaibiya, year old resident of Bahrain Roanna Miranda D’Souza (to the left in picture) was the 1st runner-up while Anosha Joseph of Delhi was the 2nd runner-up.
Besides the beauty pageant, the other highlights of the event included introduction of the new executive committee of YGC (see header) and presentation of memento to the chief guest Alexio Reginald Lourenco – MLA of Curtorim, Goa. Reginald is seen in the picture receiving the memento from YGC President Noel Fernandes and Vice-President Steven Dias.
The YGC Committee also availed of the opportunity of this event to honour and felicitate some of the stalwarts of YGC. They were Francis Correia, Gerard Fernandes, Hedwig Fernandes, Francis Vaz and editor of our e-newsletter GR Crasto. All of them are among the very few who have gained ‘life membership’ status of YGC having completed 25 years on the roll of the club. They have also served for several terms on the YGC executive committee in the past. Chris Noronha a regular supporter of the club and Maxie Fernandes supporting club events, were also felicitated at the event. All of them were presented with mementos in appreciation of their contribution to YGC.
DJ Bosco provided music while entertainment secretary Angelo Lawrence compered the program. The beauty pageant was compered by Chris Noronha and Gavin Fernandes.
Football Penalty Shoot-Out: Young Goans Club organized a football penalty shoot-out tournament on the first day of the Eid holidays. Salcette United almost made a clean sweep at this penalty shoot-out played at Ahli grounds, Zinj. In the open category Salcette’s dominance was such that their two participating teams were in the finals. Eventually the Salcette United led by Fred Fernandes, captured the title with their counterparts taking the runners-up place. Among the 14 teams that participated in this category were Goa United, Sporting, Snipers, Marina FC, Riffa Challengers and KMCC. The little Salcette United Kids emerged winners in the Under 8 category. In the tournament played under floodlights, Salcette missed the title in the Under 15 category by a whisker. They had to remain conten with the runners-up prize going down to Riffa Strikers in the finals. YGC President Noel Fernandes presented the teams with trophies and cash prizes.
Sao Joao: YGC celebrated Goan Sao Joao at the Al Zenzenia Swimming Pool in Ghufool on June 26. Large number of members and guests wearing traditional headgears attended the celebration, that began at 8 p.m. and continued past midnight. Prizes were awarded for the best headgear and best Sao Joao costume. A colorful entrance parade marked the beginning of festivities that included a three-piece live band and DJ Sudeesh. Menino Fernandes, Garner Vaz and Savio Rebeiro compered during the celebrations.
YGC Serenaders: The last day of Eid holidays witnessed young children at the club performing live music and singing Konkani and English songs under the guidance of committee member Menino Fernandes, supported by ever-enthusiastic Goan musician Glen Pacheco. Members and guests were present to cheer the budding little musicians.
Upcoming Event: The next event coming up under the YGC banner is ‘World Goa Day 2017’ celebrations together with ‘Bandra Fair’. The event slated for September 8 will feature games and food stalls with a variety of stage programs during the day. More details will be announced soon.
Juliana (Julie) Avelina Antao, ex-resident of Bahrain died in Margao, Goa on May 15.
Jose Cruz Dias, former resident of Bahrain died at Nuvem, Goa on May 23. Well known for his hockey skills, he was on the executive committee of Young Goans Club in the late 1980’s.
Josephine Silvia Vaz, ex-resident of Bahrain died at Taleigao, Goa on May 29.
Joao Lucas Silveira, ex-resident of Bahrain died of a sudden cardiac arrest in Goa on June 5. A former resident of Bahrain for 30 years, he was employed with Middle East Hotel for 25 years.
Naziazinho (Nazin) Santano Martins, ex-resident died at Chinchinim Goa on June 12.
Leo Fernandes, longtime resident of Bahrain died at Colva, Goa on July 1, 2017. It is learnt that he had traveled to Goa about 5 months ago, for treatment of his ill health. Leo was employed with International Aluminium, Salmabad.
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A Team Above All – Salcette United : Salcette United with impressive results in recent times, continued their good run at the football arena of Bahrain. They added a jewel to
their crown by lifting the M4 Oil Manufacturing Goans 9-A-Side football league championship in style. Salcette remained undefeated in the league organized by Goan Footballers of Bahrain and played at Ahli grounds in Zinj over three months with matches on every Fridays.
Assagao Sporting were the runners-up of this league. Goa United, Snipers FC, Bardez Boyz and Ribandar FC completed the league standings.
Navelim captured the Veterans crown in the category for players of 40 years and above played on the sidelines of this league. Ribandar were the runners-up with Tivim in third place.
The league concluded with a lively prize distribution ceremony at the Papillion Restaurant on July 6. Individual and main trophies were awarded to the league Champions Salcette United, Runners-up Assagao Sporting and Veterans Champions Navelim. Juliao Reagen of Salcette United was awarded the prize for the highest scorer of the league with 5 goals to his credit. Trophies were also presented to all other participating teams and mementos to officials of the league.
A dance session followed the prize distribution ceremony with DJ Joye and Edwin Almeida entertaining footballers and their families past midnight. Earlier GR Crasto welcomed the gathering while Osbin Pinto proposed a vote of thanks. The prize distribution ceremony was compeered by Cyndi Crasto.
Farewell To Michael: Michael Fernandes, known on the football field of Bahrain since his arrival 12 years ago, left for good to Goa in the month of June. He has played for a number of teams in Bahrain. In the recently concluded football league of Goan Footballers, he played for Tivim Veterans. Michael was presented with a memento on behalf of the team in presence of Tivim players Maxy Fernandes, Godwin Pinto, Cyril Barreto and Thomas Da Costa. Xit-Koddi wishes Michael a pleasant settlement in his home town Curtorim, Goa. (Michael is 2nd from left in the picture).
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