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Easy Ways To Make Money.
The Internet connects us to the world. It brings us closer to our friends and families, even though they may be in different corners of the world. However, the Internet also exposes you to people promising easy ways to make money!
People who make easy money are fraudsters. They operate scams such as online dating, working from home, disaster relief, unclaimed funds, black money etc. - the list is unending. Fraudsters are constantly inventing new ways to swindle you out of your cash. The Internet has become an easy tool for them to reach out to you. Even though there are several forums and sites on the net providing information to protect one against scams, there are thousands of cases of people who have lost their money in such scams. Many such frauds go unreported, because the victims often feel ashamed to say that they are gullible.
Xit-Koddi has recently learnt of one such scam affecting a couple of our community members and hence this alert from us. Beware! There is no easy way to make money. The sad reality is - it takes hard work.
= GR Crasto
Eka vhoddlea bilddingachea terrasacher ek tornatto choriam magazine (sexy) polletalo. Taka polleun Martin ojap zalo.
"To thoim buk gheun koslem xikop korta?" Tannem bilddingachea sekurittik vicharlem.
"O ye!, to unchlem xikop (Higher studies) korta." Hat voir haloyt sekurittin sanglem.
= Vincy Quadros - Goa
Lorna to Perform in Bahrain: The great Goan singer of the 1970's, Lorna Cordeiro, will perform in Bahrain at the Bandra Fair organised by the Indian Club. The event will be held over two days on September 19 and 20. The first day will feature DJ music and a fashion show with live entertainment the next day. Food, games and garment stalls will be set up at the Indian club courtyard to create an atmosphere similar to the festivities at Mumbai, said the organisers. Lorna has sung unforgettable Konkani hits composed by the renowned musician, the late Chris Perry, for Konkani music lovers around the globe. She will perform on September 20, alongwith other locat artistes. Entry for members and their families is free for the event, while guests will pay BD1. Lorna last visited Bahrain in 2000 to perform in Pio Fernandes' show 'Tuvem Uzo Lailo'.
Tujea Moga Khatir (For Your Love):Bahrain resident, Pio Fernandes, is back with his latest book of Konkani poems (in Roman script) entitled Tujea Moga Khatir For Your Love). This is his second book in a year, having released a book of his radio plays, entitled Kannio Jivitacheo (Stories of Life) in June 2012. In Tujea Moga Khatir, Pio recollects memories of his wife Joyce, who died in tragic circumstances in August last year. “It’s a tribute to my wife and my love and feelings for her”, he told Xit-Koddi. His quest for an answer from the Almighty for the crosses in his life, is well expressed in his poems. His battle with sickness and the encounter with God is also reflected in his poems. Fr. Diago Fernandes, Parish priest of St. Philip and St. James Church, Cortalim, released the book after the Requiem Mass celebrated on the first death anniversary of Joyce on August 29. Fr. Diago recited a poem from the book and eulogized the efforts of Pio to remember his wife in a unique way. Jose Salvador Fernandes, secretary of Dalgado Konknni Academy, spoke during the ceremony. Pio’s daughter, Anamika Fernandes, proposed a vote of thanks and a well-known writer, Pio Esteves compered the function. A few copies of the book are available at the Mangalore Store, Manama. Copies can also be had from Pio by contacting him at 39824570/33451212
Bozo: Ajea, Indiecho fudlo Prodhan Montri BJP-acho Narendra Modi zalear, atamche chor-nagovnne broxttachar montri asat te jail-int podtele xe dista maka.
Azo: Are, Bojea dista toxem kainch nasta. BJP-in Goenkarank fottoileat te puro.
Bozo: Ajea, somzonk nam, anv !
Azo: Are Bojea, Goyantui BJP-icho Manohar Parikar apon corrupt montreacher upai ghetolo, Mandovi nodint Casino botticher bondi ghaltolo ani Mopa airport add uloitalo. Hakach lagon maka BJP-icho dubau lagta.
Bozo: Koslo dubav, Ajea ?
Azo: BJP-iche khaupache dant vegle, anik dakoupache dant vegle. Te sangtat ek anik kortat boldench. Deva, tunch amche Indiek samball.
= Bap'pa Bahreinkar
Cornelio Pereira (Bahrain): Compliments to the Xit-Koddi team for providing us with refreshing and informative news of the Goan community of Bahrain.
Chic Baylon Da Cruz.
Xit-Koddi has featured in the past a Goan Star in Bahrain from the family of Carmo and Doloroza Da Cruz of Cansaulim, Goa. It was their daughter, Chiquitita, and this time, we are glad to highlight another star from the same family - their son Chic Baylon Da Cruz.Chic was only 13 when he began doing exceptionally well on the music scene. This ninth standard student of Indian School joined his school band as a Cymbal player in 2009. The very next year he was given the post of Lance Corporal. By virtue of his good performance, he was promoted to Corporal in 2011, and then climbed to the post of Vice-Captain of the school band in 2012. Chic has continuously won the best drummer award for three years, from 2010 to 2012. Chic also plays the violin and is very often seen playing on and off the stage for school programs. His musical talent has been recognized with certificates from Ministry of Health, Bahrain Scouts Council, Bahrain Science Fair and from Kalabhavan Music and Arts Institute. Chic attributes his skills to his music teachers Bernard D'Costa and J. L. Fernandes, who have helped him to read and write music. It is said that music streams in the blood of every Goan, and in Chic we have a little star with this musical talent. Xit-Koddi wishes Chic Baylon Da Cruz even greater success in the field of music.
The St. Cruz double murder case has sent shock waves across Goa. Twists and turns are in the news regularly since the murder took place on September 2. We bring you a link of Niz Goenkar, Goa, providing an update on this case:
http://www.nizgoenkar.org/newsDetails.php?id=7563
Sacred Heart Church
Parish will be organizing the FAITH CONFERENCE for teens, youth and young couples from 15th to 17th of October 2013 at Our Lady of Arabia Auditorium. The theme for the conference is "We walk by faith, not by sight". Registration is open till 6th October 2013. Contact office of Fr. Joy or Jesus Youth Help desk for further information.
OBITUARY
Salis D'Souza
Expired In Tivim - Goa
On August 30, 2013.
Ex-Resident of Bahrain.
(Worked with Ajaaji Car Spare Parts, Bahrain)
And
Agnelo Isidoro Monteiro
Expired In Anjuna - Goa
On August 30, 2013.
Ex-Resident of Bahrain.
(Former employee of Moon Plaza Hotel.)
May Their Souls Rest In Peace
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Adeus to Bahrain: Cypriano George and Gretta Monteiro, left Bahrain for good at the beginning of this month to settle down in Goa. George had first arrived in Bahrain in 1979, to work for Arab Advertising and Marketing. He later joined Memac Ogilvy and retired from Mindshare, an associate company of Memac. His wife Gretta worked with the American Embassy for a pretty long time, and was with Durat Al Bahrain before they returned to Goa. Their daughter Natasha, who was born and brought up in Bahrain, is now working in Dubai. The couple, who were active members of the Young Goans Club for a long time, always patronised the programes and events of the club. George, with a flair for singing, was often seen participating in the musical nights of the club. The couple originally from Lotulim, will now settle down in Margao.
Farewell to Richard D'Souza: Richard D'Souza from Assagao, was felicitated during the prize distribution ceremony of the Goans Football Summer Fiesta on August 29. Richard worked with Awal Refrigeration for 10 years as a Technician, and for the last four years with Maya Chocolates (The Living Concepts) as Maintenance Engineer. During his stay in Bahrain, Richard was actively involved with the football activities of Goans. He has played for several teams such as Vasco, Calangute, Majorda, Riffa Boys and led his village team Assagao Youth, in the recently concluded Bahrain Goans Football league. He was presented with a memento for his contribution and support to football in Bahrain. The memento was presented to him by senior footballer Hilary Sanches (seen in the picture here). Xit-Koddi wishes Richard a bright future and success in his plans back home in Goa.
Tony Pereira Bids Goodbye To Bahrain. Another longtime Goan resident of Bahrain, left for good at the beginning of this month. He is Tony Pereira from Cansaulim, Goa. He arrived in Bahrain in 1975 to work for Awalco as a technician, and later moved to the Shaheen Group, from where he retired at the end of August this year. He was a member of the Young Goans Club, until the Gulf War, and fondly recollects the festivities at the club. He returns to Goa to join his wife Martha. His two daughters, Pearl and Ruby, are married and settled in London and Delhi respectively. We wish him a pleasant and happy stay in Goa.
Goans Football Summer Fiesta: The BARSAL (Bardez & Salcette) boys had a glittering prize distribution ceremony of the Goans Football Summer Fiesta 2013 at the Sea Shell Hotel in Adliya on Agusut 29. Team Bobby was awarded the winners Silver Cup. Team Jeffry, Team Maxy and Team Richard, in second, third, and fourth places, were also presented with trophies. Several other footballers were also given prizes: Cyril Barretto (highest scorer-in picture at top), Bonny Remedios (player of the league), Jacob D'Souza (Best Goalkeeper-in picture to the right) and Gavin Crasto (promising player-in picture to the left) among others. The fair play award went to Team Bobby. The teams jointly presented a memento to Vincent D'Costa for coordinating and organising the Summer Football Fiesta. Live music was provided by the band North South Connection and DJ Joyee, known as the chocolate DJ of Bahrain. Fr. Anthony D'Mello, assistant parish priest of Sacred Heart Church, was the Chief Guest(seen in picture handing over the winners trophy), while Young Goans Club President, Francis Correia and our editor, G. R. Crasto were special invitees for the function. Maxy Fernandes compered the show.
Meanwhile the BARSAL Boys have launched the Goans Winter Gold Cup Seven-A-Side Football League. Goan and Mangalorean players who wish to participate in the league may contact Vincent D'Costa at 39672776 (mobile). The league is schedule to kick-off on September 27. The organisers are also planning to hold a Seven-A-Side one day football tournament on the second day of Eid-Al-Adha open to Indian expatriates. More details about this tournament will be released shortly.
Summer Football Camp: The Riffa boys of the Goan community in the age group of seven to twelve enjoyed almost two months of summer, learning football skills at a camp organized by Edward Sequeira (seen in red jersey in the picture). Edward, a former senior division player of Goa, had the distinction of representing Goa University for three consecutive years has also played for several teams in Bahrain including the Young Goans Club in the Hempels Expatriate Football League. " The experience gained in playing football for all these years, helped me to share and impart training to these youngsters", he told Xit-Koddi. Agustin, Elroy, Edric, Ezekiel, Ian, Jeremy, Jonathan, Noah, Tasmay, Walsh and Waller were the regular participants at the camp, who were presented with certificates and mementos sponsored by Maxy Fernandes at the closing ceremony held on August 22. Bonergio Remedios (standing second from right in the above picture), assisted Edward in conducting the camp. The parents of the participating boys (seen in the picture here) supported the camp and presented gifts to Bonergio and Edward for their time and efforts in conducting this camp.
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