[Goanet] PRESS RELEASE
*PRESS RELEASE * *125th Anniversary of Tiatr* *Felicitation of Tiatr artistes from Tiswadi Taluka* Panjim: 20/3/2017 On the occasion of the Celebrations of 125th Anniversary of Tiatr about 100 tiatr artistes from Tiswadi Taluka will be felicitated in Panjim in three different Felicitation function to be organized by 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebration Committee and Tiatr Academy Goa on 21st, 23rd and 27th March 2017 at the Institute Menezes Braganza Hall, Panjim. Non-Commercial artistes from Tiswadi Taluka will be felicitated on 21st and 22nd March while Commercial tiatr artistes will be felicitated on 27th March 2017 Mrs. Chitra Afonso, Vice-Pricipal of St. Alex Higher Seccondary School, Curtorim and a popular tiatr artiste will be the Chief Guest on 21st March 2017, Mrs. Jessie Dias, a veteran tiatr artiste will be the Chief Guest on 23rd March 2017 while Prince Jacob, the popular artiste of tiatr stage will be the Chief Guest on 27th March 2017. On all three days, the functions will begin at 3.30 p.m. After the formal function, all all three days there will be cultural programmes of song and music by well known artistes of tiatr stage. The function is open to public. 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebrations Committee has requested tiatr lovers from Tiswadi Taluka to attend these functions in large number. *Tomazinho Cardozo* Chairman 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebration Committee
[Goanet] Press Release - 125th Anniversary of Tiatr
To The Editor, We request you to publish the Press release 1. Press Release is attached 2. Logo of 125th Anniversary of Tiatr attached. Thanks Tomazinho Cardozo Chairman 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebration Committee
[Goanet] Press Note for favour of publication
*125th Anniversary of Tiatr* *27 tiatr artistes felicitated in Pernem taluka* Panjim: 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebrations Committee and Tiatr Academy of Goa celebrated 125th Anniversary of Tiatr with a special felicitation function at the open air hall of Mount Carmel Church, Arambol on January 4. The tiatr artistes from Pernem taluka, who have contributed to the development of tiatr were felicitated on the occasion. Ashok Parab, deputy director of Art and Culture department was the chief guest and Joe Rose, a veteram tiatr artiste was the guest of honour. Tomazinho Cardozo, chairman of Celebration Committee and Agostinho Temudo, president of TAG graced the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, the guest of honour, Joe Rose reminded the gathering that more than the awards, the biggest reward is the audience who has come all along supporting tiatr and the tiatrists. “No doubt, work of the writers, directors and artistes cannot be ignored, but if audience is not there, tiatrs will not exist. Hence the audience support has to be appreciated,” he added. The chief guest, Ashok Parab congratulated the felicitated artistes and asked the tiatr fraternity to continue contributing towards the tiatr as it is the local art, which needs to be preserved and flourished for prosperity. The tiar artistes who were felicitated included Minguel de Arambol, Gemma de Morjim, Yeshwant Narayan Tembkar, Alexin de Morjim, Jerry D Britto, Jackson, Lorna de Morjim, Aires de Arambol, Peter Rodrigues, Pascoal Joao Mascarenhas, Gabriel Fernandes, Elias Simao Fernandes, Peter Cardozo, Alex Mestri, Sir Peter, Francis de Mandrem, Constancio Dias, Pascoal Fernandes, Natty Fernandes, Francis Coelho, Sebastiao D Rodrigues, Morris D Fernandes, Cosma Fernandes, Domnick de Arambol, Musician Babush, Ratna Salganvkar and Alesin Rodrigues. After the felicitation programme, a tiatr 'Dirvem' written and directed by Edmund Vaz and which won the first prize at Kala Academy’s Group B Tiatr Competition was staged. The function was compered by Michael Gracias. He was ably assisted by William Fernandes and Irene Cardozo, who extended help in providing knowledge about various tiatr artistes at the time of the felicitation. *Tomazinho Cardozo* Chairman 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebration Committee
[Goanet] Press Release for favour of publication
*Press Release * *26th September 2016* *125th Anniversary of Goan Tiatr* The most popular dramatic form of Goa – Tiatr – completes 125 years in April 2017. In order to celebrate 125 years of tiatr in a befitting manner, government of Goa has constituted a committee *– 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebrations Committee* – under the Chairmanship of Tomazinho Cardozo. The following members constitute the committee: *125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebrations Committee* 1. Tomazinho CardozoChairman 2. Agostinho Temudo Vice-Chairman 3. Premanand Lotlikar Vice Chairman 4. Roseferns Vice-Chairman 5. Prince Jacob Vice Cahirman 6. William Fernandes Member 7. Joe Rose“ 8. Agnelo de Borim“ 9. Domingos Coelho “ 10. Cezar D’Mello “ 11. Fatima D’Souza “ 12. Michael Gracias “ 13. Joaquina Joana Fernandes “ 14. Fr. Eusebio Gomes“ 15. Jessie Dias “ 16. Carlos Fernandes Membedr Secretary This Committee will function in co-ordination with Department of Art & Culture as well as with Tiatr Academy of Goa. *Inaugural Ceremony* The inaugural Ceremony of the celebrations will be held on *Saturday, 1st October, 2016 at 4.00 p.m at the JAF Auditorium, Ravindra Bhavan, Margao.* Honourable Chiel Minister Laxmikant Parsekar will inaugurate the yearlong celebrations while Dayanand Mandrekar, Minister for Art & Culture will be the Chief Guest and Avertano Furtado, Minister for Fisheries will preside over the function. Digambar Kamat, Hon. MLA of Margao, Vijay Sardesai, Hon. MLA of Fatorda and Damu Naik, Chairman of Ravindra Bhavan will be the Guests of Honour. Secretary for Art & Culture, Daulat Hawaldar and Director of Art & Culture Department, Prasad Lolayekar will also grace the occasion as special invitees. *Programmes to be organized during yearlong celebrations* The 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebrations Committee has resolved to organize numerous tiatr-related activities throughout Goa. Some of the important programmes are as under: 1. Inaugural function on 1st October 2016 at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao and felicitation of veteran tiatr artistes 2. On the occasion of birth anniversary of Joao Agostinho Fernandes – Father of Tiatr - a two days programme on 14th and 15th December, 2016 at Ravindra Bhavan including the exhibition of the works of tiatr artistes. 3. Concluding function on 17th April 2017 at Kala Academy Panjim on the occasion of birth anniversary of pioneer of Tiatr – Lucasinho Ribeiro. On this occasion the history of tiatr will be presented through performance and felicitation of prominent tiatr personalities 4. Organization of one day Tiatr Sammelan 5. Publication of a commemorative volume documenting the history of tiatr in brief and life history of 125 tiatr artistes 6. Promotion of Tiatr in other states of India such as Delhi, Kolkata, Banglore, etc with co-operation from North, South, East & West Zones Cultural Centres. . 7. Production of a documentary on tiatr depicting the past and present history of tiatr. 8. Organization of special programmes in all Talukas of Goa and felicitations of Tiatr artistes from each Taluka. 9. Lectures to the tiatr artistes by inviting eminent theatre personalities from other languages. 10. Organization of Festival of tiatrs by producing old classic tiatrs. 11. Release of Postal stamp and special envelop through Postal Department. 12. Organization of Tiatr script writing and Kantaram lyrics writing competitions at the state level 13. Publication of 4 volumes documenting the following: (i) Selected scripts of tiatrs written by artistes of yesteryears, (ii) Selected scripts of tiatrs written by present day commercial artistes, (iii) Selected scripts of tiatrs written by present day non-commercial tiatrs artistes and (iv) Selected lyrics with music of 125 songs (kantaram) 14. Interview of prominent Tiatr artistes/panel discussions on tiatr on local TV chanels 15. Launching of the Web site of 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebrations. 16. 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebration Committee to request Panchayats, Municipalities and Government to remember veteran tiatr artists from that area by naming roads or any other asset of the Panchayat, Municipality, Government. 17. To organize a Tiatr related Float during the Carnaval in order
[Goanet] Press Note - Release of books Tiatr - Goychea Somazacho Arso
*Release of books “Tiatr Goychea Somazacho Arso” * For the first time in the history og Goan Tiatr, a book entitled *‘Tiatr Gõychea Somazacho Arso’* in 5 volumes will be released at the hands of Shri Vishnu Surya Wagh, honourable MLA of Sant Andre Constituency, on Tuesday, 20 th January 2015 at 4.30 p.m. at Institute Menezes Braganza Hall, Panjim, Goa. Mr. Joe Rose – Vice President of Tiatr Akademy Goa will be the Guest of honour while Shri Premanand Lotlekar, Preident of Dalgado Konknni Akademy will preside over the function. Written by Tomazinho Cardozo, all 20 tiatrs will be published in 5 books, each book containing 4 tiatrs. All those tiatrs have been staged in the yearly Tiatr Festivals organized by Kala Akademy Goa since 1974. All these tiatrs are Award Winning Tiatrs in the yearly tiatr competitions. The details of the Tiatrs included in each book are as follows: *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (1)* ● Mhonvall Vikh ● Somaz Seva ● Utram ani Kornneyom ● Hello Uncle. *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (2)* ● Kanttech Kantte ● Ontoskron ani Kaido ● Orth ● Sankhlleo *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (3)* ● Bhurgim amchi Girestkay ● Aicho Somaz ● Dita Toxem Gheta ● Novi Dixa *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (4*) ● Goa…. Goint…. Gone? ● Zhogzhogta Titleim Bhangar Nhoi! ● Ami Soglle Ek ●Eksiddentt *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (5)* ● Kallokh ani Uzvadd ● Ixtt ● Hanvuch To! ● Inspector *Tomazinho Cardozo*
[Goanet] Press Note
*Press Note* *We request you to publish this news in your esteemed paper* *Photograph is also attached.* *Thanks* *Tomazinho Cardozo* *Cell: 9822170102* *Release of books “Tiatr Goychea Somazacho Arso” * For the first time in the history og Goan Tiatr, a book entitled *‘Tiatr Gõychea Somazacho Arso’* in 5 volumes will be released at the hands of Shri Vishnu Surya Wagh, honourable MLA of Sant Andre Constituency, on Tuesday, 20 th January 2015 at 4.30 p.m. at Institute Menezes Braganza Hall, Panjim, Goa. Mr. Joe Rose – Vice President of Tiatr Akademy Goa will be the Guest of honour while Shri Premanand Lotlekar, Preident of Dalgado Konknni Akademy will preside over the function. Written by Tomazinho Cardozo, all 20 tiatrs will be published in 5 books, each book containing 4 tiatrs. All those tiatrs have been staged in the yearly Tiatr Festivals organized by Kala Akademy Goa since 1974. All these tiatrs are Award Winning Tiatrs in the yearly tiatr competitions. The details of the Tiatrs included in each book are as follows: *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (1)* ● Mhonvall Vikh ● Somaz Seva ● Utram ani Kornneyom ● Hello Uncle. *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (2)* ● Kanttech Kantte ● Ontoskron ani Kaido ● Orth ● Sankhlleo *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (3)* ● Bhurgim amchi Girestkay ● Aicho Somaz ● Dita Toxem Gheta ● Novi Dixa *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (4*) ● Goa…. Goint…. Gone? ● Zhogzhogta Titleim Bhangar Nhoi! ● Ami Soglle Ek ●Eksiddentt *Tiatr: Gõychea Somazacho Arso (5)* ● Kallokh ani Uzvadd ● Ixtt ● Hanvuch To! ● Inspector
[Goanet] Request to cover the function on 2nd September
*1st September, 2014* To The Editor *Sub: Request to depute reporter/videographer, to cover the function* Sir, *Pintos Village Library Community Welfare Centre Candolim* will be inaugurated at the hands of K. R. Srinivas, Editor, The Times of India Group, in the presence of Guest of Honour Alexyz, who is a renowned cartoonist. *The inauguration will take place on 2nd September 2014 at 5:30 pm at Pintos Waddo, Candolim. *On this occasion all the retired teachers from Candolim will be felicitated to recognize their dedicated service to the cause of education. Therefore I request you to depute your reporter/ photographer/videographer for covering this function for which I thank you in anticipation. Thanking you, Yours faithfully, *Tomazinho Cardozo* Chairman, Advisory Board Pintos Village Library Community Welfare Centre *Cell: 9822170102*
[Goanet] Press release
*'Mahan Mhozo Des'* *Margao show postponed* ‘Mahan Mhozo Des’ a musical programme of Konkani songs of patriotism, national integration and communal harmony which was scheduled to be staged at Gomant Vidya Niketan, Margao today, i.e 9th March 2014 at 3:30 pm has been postponed. The postponement of the show has been done due to the funeral of late tiatr artiste Antonette de Calangute which will take place today at the same time at Colva Church. Mahan Mhozo Des will now be staged at Gomant Vidya Niketan Margao on 13thMarch 2014 at 7:00 pm. All the lovers of musical show are requested to take note of the performance of Mahan Mhozo Des in Margao. The other two shows will be staged as scheduled on 10th March at 7:00 pm at Taleigao and on 12th March at 7:00 pm at Calangute.
[Goanet] Press Note for favour of publication
*Press Note for favour of publication* *‘Mahan Mhozo Des – 2’* *A Musical Show with a patriotic message* Tomazinho Cardozo in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa will stage a musical show of Konkani songs highlighting the values of patriotism, national integration and communal harmony. The musical show will be staged under the Tiatr Academy’s scheme ‘Promotion of Patriotism/National Integration/Communal Harmony’. Tomazinho Cardozo has composed the lyrics of all the songs and the show is also directed by him. Mukesh Ghatwal has provided the music. ‘Mahan Mhozo Des – 2’ will be staged as follows: ● 9th March 2014 at 3:30 pm at Gomant Vidya Niketan Margao. Premanand Lotlikar, President of Dalgado Konknni Akademi will be the Chief Guest on the occasion. ● 10th March 2014 at 7:00 pm it will be staged at Taleigao, near Taleigao Church. Fr. Conceicao D’Silva, Parish Priest of Taleigao Church has consented to be the Chief Guest. ● 12th March 2014 ‘Mahan Mhozo Des – 2’ will be staged at 7:00 pm at Calangute, near the Church. Fr. Cipriano Silva, Parish Priest of Calangute Church will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest. Well-known Konkani singer Anthony San and winners of Kingfisher Voice of Goa Queeny Fernandes and Akash Telgu will feature in the musical show. Similarly the award winning artistes of Kala Mogi Candolim namely Irene Cardozo, Jocelyn Mesquita, Selza Lopes, Larissa Fernandes, Maria Cardozo, Shivanand Naik, Dyaneshwar Morajkar, Edwin Fernandes, Valentine Sequeira, Stacy Mesquita, Lynne Fernandes, Josepha D’Souza, Matias Mascarenhas will also participate in the programme. Mimicry King of the tiatr stage Sheik Amir will also feature in the programme. ‘Mahan Mhozo Des – 1’ a unique programme of patriotism/national integration and communal harmony was first staged in 2011 in order to create awareness among the people about the values of patriotism/national integration and communal harmony. The show then was a big success. In ‘Mahan Mhozo Des – 2’ new songs on patriotism/national integration and communal harmony will be presented to the audience. The songs are based on numerous issues which adversely hinder the development of this country. The show makes an appeal to the people to love their country which attitude can bring the growth of the country faster. There are no tickets and the programme can be witnessed by securing the seat on ‘first cum first serve bases. * Photograph attached*
[Goanet] Press Note for favour of publication
*Press Note for favour of publication* *Premanand Lotlikar elected DKA President* Premanand Lotlikar was elected President of Dalgado Konknni Akademi (DKA) with a thumping majority in the elections held on 2nd February 2014. Of the 290 votes polled, Premanand Lotlikar received 195 votes while Jose Salvador Fernandes secured 48 and Michael Gracias secured 44 votes. 3 votes were invalid. 6 members of the panel of Premanand Lotlikar were also elected with a huge majority. In all 9 candidates were in the fray for 6 posts of Executive Committee. The first 6 who have won and the votes polled by them are as follows: - Pio Esteves (246), Fr. Conceicao D’Silva (251), Alfonso Braganza (238), Pandarinath Lotlikar (218), Walter Menezes (216) and Vincy Quadros (237). The other three contestants secured the following number of votes: - Thomas Fernandes (45), Agnelo Pires (50) and Maria Liberata Mendonca (56). Tomazinho Cardozo, the founder Secretary of Dalgado Konknni Akademi was the Returning Officer along with Joel D’Souza, first secretary and Augistine Coelho, second secretary. After the declaration of results the President Premanand Lotlikar and all the elected members took the oath of office as per the requirement of the constitution of DKA. *Tomazinho Cardozo* Returning Officer DKA Elections 2014
[Goanet] Press release for favour of publication
*Press Release* *‘Nit Onit’ to be staged on 30th Dec* The 39th Tiatr Competition organized by Kala Academy Goa will come to an end with the staging of the last tiatr ‘Nit Onit’ produced by Kala Mogi Candolim on Monday, 30th December 2013 at 7:00 pm sharp at the DMK Auditorium, Kala Academy, Panjim. Written and directed by Tomazinho Cardozo the tiatr ‘Nit Onit’ deals with the dreaded situation prevailing in the country wherein the women have been subjected to sexual and domestic violence by the male dominated society. ‘Nit Onit’ features artistes of Kala Mogi who have won numerous awards from Kala Academy in the past. They include Irene Cardozo, Shivanand Naik, Assis Cardozo, Jocelyn Mesquita, Selza Lopes, Larissa Fernandes, Dyaneshwar Morajkar, Maria Cardozo, Edwin Fernandes, Sheik Amir besides numerous talented upcoming singers. The live music is provided by Cota and Cota, stage sets by Timoty Dias, light effects by Rohan Morajkar, background music by Joy Fernandes, costumes by Irene Cardozo and it is written and directed by Tomazinho Cardozo. Tomazinho Cardozo
[Goanet] Tomazinho's Tiatr Hello Uncle
Ixttamno, Mhozo novo tiatr Hello Uncle Agostache 21ver GVN Moddganv, ani 23ver Kala academy Ponnje zavpacho asa. Soglleamni ho tiatr pollounk vinonti Tomazinho Cardozo
[Goanet] Government Decision on Medium of Instruction
Government Decision on Medium of Instruction The issue of the choice of medium of instruction in primary schools in Goa has been solved by the Goa Government to the satisfaction of Aam Aadmi of the state. By deciding to give the choice of medium of instruction - Konkani, Marathi or English - to the parents of the students the government has done a great service to the poor and weaker sections of Goan society who could not think of English primary education for their children due hefty fees by private primary schools. The decision also makes the teaching of one subject in Konkani or Marathi compulsory from Std. I to Std X which is praiseworthy. This decision of the government upholds the fundamental right of the citizen of this state and hence the government led by Digamber Kamat needs to be congratulated for taking such a progressive decision in spite of pressure from the anti-English lobby in the state. The Bharatya Bhaso Surokxa Manch led by Shashikala Kakodkar tried to turn the whole agitation into a communal issue but in vain because over 50% of the parents demanding the choice of MOI belong to the majority community of Goa. Thus it was the demand of Goans irrespective of caste, creed and religion. Politically too this decision will boost the chances of Congress led government to come to power in the forthcoming election. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim
[Goanet] Together for the Siminary
*“Together for the Seminary”- Impressive* “Together for the Seminary’ a three days festival of Goan Music and Cuisine got underway on 13th instant when the traditional lamp was lighted by the MLA of Calangute Constituency, Shri. Agnelo Fernandes in the presence of Tomazinho Cardozo, president of TAG, Alexyz, the popular cartoonist, Fermino Fernandes, Sarpanch of Candolim and Fr. Tony Salema, Rector of Seminary at the grounds of the Seminary, Saligao. The three day festival is organized in order to raise funds for the renovation of the seminary. Shri. Agnelo Fernandes, MLA of Calangute constituency donated Rs. 10 lacks for the renovation work of the Seminary. On this occasion a Konkani musical programme “Svadik Konkani Git” directed by Tomazinho Cardozo was presented. Anthony San, Clarissa, Sonia Fernandes, Maria Cardozo, Irence Cardozo, Joycelyn Misquita, Anthony Carvalho, Nanesh Morajkar, Zico and Shivanand Naik participated in the lively programme of Konkani songs and skits. The music was provided by Nolvert Cota. This was followed by numerous cultural items from different parishes which included songs and dances including folk dances. After the performances from different villages the musical band – Band wagon – entertained the people. Seminarians also presented few items which were appreciated by the people. Tomorrow – 15th May – is the last day of the festival. Lulu Fortes and Troupe will presents a musical programme on the occasion. The audience will be treated with Konkani and English songs. This will be followed by the Band – Ventures. Seminarians too will present more cultural items on the last day. “Together for the Seminary” – the Festival of three days of Music and Cuisine is an opportunity for the people to be a part of the renovation of the Seminary. * Attached two photographs;* *1. Fr. Tony Salema adressing the gathering in the prtesence of Agnelo Fernandes, Tomazinho Cardo and Alrxyz* *2. A Scene from Tomazinho Cardozo's Svadik KJonkani Git* * * * * * * * *
[Goanet] Of Communalism and Medium of Instruction
Of Communalism and Medium of Instruction Tomazinho Cardozo The happenings at the Azad Maidan on 6th April 2011 have exposed the true colours of leaders of Konkani movement. These leaders who used to shout at the top of their voices that Marathi language had no place in Goa, they were sharing the platform along with the protagonists of Marathi language. Throughout the language agitations, these leaders of Konkani always spoke very highly of the role of the Catholic Church in Goa. They described the church of Goa as the most secular institution. In the meeting held on 6th instant at the Azad Maidan, the same leaders dubbed the Catholic Church of Goa as communal. It does not bother me at all when Marathi protagonists level unsubstantiated charges of communalism against the Catholic church of Goa because I have heard them saying the same thing since the Opinion Poll in 1967 which decided against the merger of Goa into Maharashtra. These people who wanted to destroy the very existence of Goa by merging it into Maharashtra have no moral right to dictate terms to Goans who with their sheer sincerity and dedication prevented the merger of Goa into Maharashtra and saved Goa’s existence. But it does matter when Konkani protagonists who used and misused the Catholics of Goa to win each and every battle against the communal forces whose aim was to eliminate Konkani language also dub the church and Goan Christian as communal. It also hurts when a priest belonging to the institution of church shares the same platform with those who falsely accuse the church of communalism. An excellent example of ‘double-standard’ indeed! The problem of these Konkani leaders is that they always had a hidden agenda. The hidden agenda was to try their level best to preserve Konkani only in Devnagori script and that too at the cost of Catholic community which used Roman script for Konkani for ages. They knew that the huge Hindu bahujan samaz would never be with them. And in order to achieve that hidden agenda there was no other way for them but to take the help of Christian community in Goa. That was the reason why they did not bring up the issue of scripts of Konkani throughout the agitation in which 7 Christian youth laid down their lives. Hundreds of meetings were addressed during the agitation but the issue of scripts was never mentioned. On the contrary, I remember these very same leaders, requesting me and other Christian speakers not to bring up the issue of script. We sincerely believed that it was the right approach to protect the unity of Konkani forces. And when the Goa Official language Act was passed, fraudulently they recognized Konkani in only Devnagori script. That was the greatest betrayal of 20th century. In 1991 Konkani education started in Goa on a large scale. About 130 schools belonging to church authorities opted for Primary education in Konkani medium. Much against the wishes of the people the church authorities accepted Konkani education in Devnagori script. In fact the lovers of Konkani were compelled to learn Konkani in a particular dialect and in Devnagori script. These very leaders of Konkani praised with extraordinary expression the role of the church at that time. All those praises were because the church permitted to foist Konkani language in a particular dialect and in a particular script in schools managed by Christians. At this time these leaders never considered the church as communal because knowingly or unknowingly the church was helping these leaders to achieve their hidden agenda. But when the church supported the demand of the parents to have choice of medium of instruction in primary, the move of the church went against the hidden agenda of these leaders. If the parents opted for English as the medium of instruction in primary schools then overnight Konkani education in Goa gets vanished because it exists only in schools run by the church authorities. The dream of getting the hidden agenda achieved get shattered. Thus the same leaders dubbed the Catholic Church of Goa as communal. A reflection of frustration! There are ample examples of the involvement of Goa Catholic Church directly or indirectly that has helped to win numerous agitations in the state of Goa. All these agitations were and are for saving Goa from destruction. The Opinion Poll of 1967 and the agitation to make Konkani the sole official language of Goa could have not won if the church did not play its role. That time the mergerists and protagonists of Marathi used to label the church as communal. Today the same Konkani leaders who used to refute these allegations against the church are leveling similar charges. After Goa achieved statehood, Goans had to resort to numerous agitations in order to save Goa from destruction. Some examples; the government had to withdraw the Regional Plan 2011 and establishments of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) ended abruptly
[Goanet] Mother Tongue and Primary Education
Mother Tongue and Primary Education Tomazinho Cardozo The massive rally of parents the Azad Maidan, Panjim recently demanded in one voice that option may be given to parents to choose the medium of instruction in government aided primary schools. Some news persons with ulterior motive distorted the content of the demand and published that the parents want English language only at the primary level. Such distorted information gave an impression as if the parents wanted to stop primary education in Konkani and Marathi. This was intentionally done in order to create anti English emotions among the people. The content of the demand put forth by FORCE is crystal clear. Today there is option to choose Konkani or Marathi as the medium of instruction at the primary level. The parents demand that this option may be extended to English also. In other words the parents want that the government give them the right to chose Konkani, Marathi or English instead of Konkani or Marathi only at the primary level. There is no doubt that the universal pedagogy is to have primary education in the mother tongue. This concept is very effective because the rest of their higher education is also done in the same language – the mother tongue. Most of the European nations are concrete examples in which elementary as well as higher education including professional education is done through their mother tongue. Is it appropriate to make this concept applicable to educational situations in our country including Goa where the education from Std. V onwards is in English? For argument sake, let’s consider that the mother tongue is the best language for primary education in Goa. Is primary education in Goa imparted in the mother tongue? In 1990 the government made Konkani or Marathi the languages of primary education in Goa through the circular No. DE/Acad.I/Policy Decision/Medium/Pry/344/90/1234 dated 21.5.1990. I quote the first statement of that circular, “The medium of instruction at the Primary stage in all Government and non-government recognized schools shall be the Mother Tongue of the child i.e. Konkani/Marathi/Regional language of the state.” From the sentence it appears that Konkani, Marathi and Regional language of the state are all mother tongues. How many mother tongues does Goa have? As far as I am concerned the mother tongue of Goans is Konkani. If this is the fact then how Marathi language fits into the pedagogic concept of primary education? ( Mind you I am not against Primary education in Marathi at all because it existed even during Portuguese time.) Can the educationists who are the protagonists of mother tongue explain us in clear terms the position of Marathi as far as the universal concept of primary education in Mother tongue in Goa is concerned? Otherwise accept that Goa has two mother tongues Konkani and Marathi. Or else do not apply pedagogical definition to the Primary education in Goa. If Goa government can give grants to have primary education in any language other than the mother tongue of Goans then where is the hustle to give grants to primary education in English, which is also not the mother tongue of Goans? What the parents are asking is their democratic right to secure a better future for their children. Are the parents of students demanding their right to choose the medium of instruction not the tax payers like the parents of students learning primary education through Konkani or Marathi? The accusation by some protagonists of mother tongue that the primary education in English will render our children de-nationalized and de-cultured is also a myth. No language inculcates nationalism and love for culture in our children. Therefore the language is not important. What is significant is the content of teaching i.e the curriculum. Besides it is the influence of teachers, parents and the society which helps in inculcating the values of nationalism, patriotism, love for culture, etc., etc in our children. Today we observe anti-social activities throughout the country. Terrorism, murders and rapes are increasing day after day. According to me these are the people who are already de-nationalized and de-cultured. I wonder in which language all these terrorists, murderers and rapists had their primary education. Is it not through their mother tongues? These elements have turned themselves into dreaded human beings not because of the language of their primary education but because of the atmosphere and circumstances through which they grew. Let us not therefore link de-nationalization and de-culturization to the language of medium of instruction. The time has come for the government to act decisively. We live in the 21st century. The government has to keep pace with the rest of the world if it wishes to achieve greater heights for Goa and its people. Hence it is the duty of the government to give all required facilities to its
[Goanet] Press Note Photographs of DKAs 3rd Konkani Conference
* * *Press Note* *For Favour of Publication* *DKAs Konkani Conference Demands Equal Status to Konkani in Roman Script* 3rd Konkani (Romi Lipi) Literary and Cultural Conference ended on 20thFebruary 2011 after passing four important resolutions. 1. It demanded that Goa Official Language Act of 1987 be amended and Konkani in Roman script should also be included along with Devnagri script in the definition of the Act. 2. As lovers of Konkani in Roman script are moving away from Konkani education it demanded that Konkani education in church schools be imparted in the medium of Konkani in Roman script. 3. It demanded that students learning Konkani be given opportunity to answer the examination papers in Konkani in Roman script also. 4. It also demanded that in the past Kala Academy Goa used to give awards to books in Konkani in Roman script as a separate category. The same should be implemented by Kala Academy in order to encourage creative writing in Konkani in Roman Script. Earlier on 19th February the 3rd Konkani (Romi Lipi) Literary and Cultural Conference was declared open by the Bishop of Sindhudurg Rev. Fr. Allwyn Bareetto. In his address he appealed Goans to use Konkani language in their day to day life. Shri. Tomazinho Cardozo the keynote speaker of the day stated that primary education in Konkani has suffered because of Devnagri script and a particular dialect is imposed on huge majority of Konkani people. If parents are permitted to opt for Konkani education in Roman script then Konkani language will flourish in leaps and bounds. Fr. Conceicao D’Silva, President of Reception Committee welcomed Smt. Victoria Fernandes, MLA of Santa Cruz Constituency, Mr. Bonaventure D’Pietro, President of Working Committee and Mr. Premanand Lotlikar, President of DKA also spoke on the occasion. Two workshops were organized on the second day i.e 20/02/2011. The first workshop *‘Dispottea Jivitant Konknni’* was chaired by the Vice President of Goa Konknni Akademi Shri. Vincy Quadros while Shri. Ashok Chodankar and Shri. Wilfred Goes presented the papers. The second workshop *‘Konknni Bhaxecho Vistar’* was held in the post lunch session which was presided by Dr. Fr. Simon Deniz, Principal of Rosary College, Navelim. Fr. Ave Maria Afonso and Shri. Daniel F. De Souza presented the papers. Both sessions were attended by large number of Konkani enthusiasts including students from colleges. A *‘Kovi Sommelon’* was also organized in which twelve upcoming poets participated. The *‘Kovi Sommelon’* was presided over by the prominent poet of Konkani language Shri. Yusuf Sheikh. The concluding function was attended by the PWD Minister Shri. Churchill Alemao as the Chief Guest. Dr. Fr. Walter de Sa, Principal of St. Xaviers College, Mapusa was the Guest of Honour. Adv. Valanca Alemao also attended the function. In his address Shri. Churchill Alemao assured the large audience that he will fight for the inclusion of Konkani in Roman script in the Goa Official Language Act. He admitted that he was betrayed by the leaders of Devnagri while passing the Goa Official Language Act. Dr. Fr. Walter de Sa, Adv. Valanca Alemao, Fr. Conceicao D’Silva, Bonaventure D’Pietro and Premanand Lotlikar also addressed the gathering. Jose Salvador Fernandes, Secretary, DKA proposed vote of thanks. Cultural entertainment included staging of tiatr *‘Tujea Moga Pasot’* on 19 th by Roseferns and A Musical Show *‘Songitachi Ek Sanz’* by Lawry Travasso on 20th respectively. *Tomazinho Cardozo*
[Goanet] 'AIR' to broadcast Zagrutay
‘AIR’ to broadcast “Zagrutay” “Zagrutay” a radio musical play written by Tomazinho Cardozo will be broadcast by All India Radio’s FM Rainbow channel on Sunday, 14th November, 2010 at 9.00 p.m. The play highlights the need to create awareness among the masses about the dreaded disease AIDS. The play is presented by Kala Mogi Candolim. Anthony Carvalho, Irene Cardozo, Joy Fernandes, Joycelyn Misquita, Mathias Mascarenhas and Tomazinho Cardozo feature in the play. Joao Cardozo and Lydia Cardozo besides Irene and Tomazinho provide vocals for the songs. The music is arranged by Mukesh Ghatwal. Directed by Irene Cardozo “Zagrutay” is recorded and edited by Sahish Deshpande and it is produced by Prdeep Lotlikar. Tomazinho Cardozo _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ _/ _/ tambdimati: the Goa review is a community blog of original _/ art, writing, music, news and commentary from and about the _/ smallest state in the subcontinent. check out the newest _/ member of the Goanet family daily at _/ http://www.tambdimati.com. _/ _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/
[Goanet] PRESS NOTE: Meet the Author Bonaventure D'Pietro
*Press Note* *For favour of publication* * * * * *Meet the Author – Bonaventure D’Pietro* * * Sahitya Academy, New Delhi will organize a special programme ‘Meet the Author’ to meet and hear Bonaventure D’Pietro, an eminent Konkani writer on Friday, 8th October, 2010 at 5.30 p.m. at Black Box, Kala Academy, Panjim. Right from his childhood Mr. D’Pietro was a keen observer of any happening that took place in the village or in his surroundings. He had the ability to analyze the incidents and also the capability to narrate them in a befitting manner. It was this attitude which compelled his tender mind in 1958 to write his first novelette “Soitanacho Ghutt”* (The Mystery of Satan ) *at a very young age of just 15 years. *‘*Soitanacho Ghutt’ was published in parts in the Konkani section of the then Portuguese daily *“O Heraldo”. * * * Since then he went on writing short stories and novelettes in the beginning but finally he excelled in writing novels. He has 14 publications to his credit out of which there are 8 bulky novels on various issues related to our society. ● Kallea Vistidachi Choli(1972) ● Clara (1972) ● Mhojea Paicho Fond (1974) ● From Goa With Love (1975 ) ● Ek Bhett Mungllurachea Xharak (1977) ● Jimmy (1986) ● Tichea Mornna Uprant (1990) ● Janya Celli (2000) His other literary work consists of shrot stories and novelettes namely ● Tera Numbrachi Kottri (1976) ● Mog vo Patok (1976) and ● Mhaka Jiyonk Zai (1977). His other books include ● ‘Gupi’ (2009) for children, ●’Nazaretkat’ (2000) – his experiences and ● Songit Doulot Goykaranchi (2004) – a research work in Goan music. Bonaventure D’Pietro is not only a creative writer but also an excellent musician himself who plays numerous blowing instrumnents. Besides he is a journalist too who besides contributing to numerous dailies, weeklies, monthlies in Konkani in Roman script he has served as Asst. Editor of various newspapers and magazines in Konkani in Roman script. This is for the first time that Sahitya Academy, New Delhi is organizing a programme of ‘Meet the Author’ for a writer in Konkani in Roman script. *Tomazinho Cardozo* * * * * * * * *
[Goanet] Kal ani Aiz to be staged on 29th September
“Kal ani Aiz” to be staged on 29th September “Kal ani Aiz” a Konkani tiatr written by Tomazinho Cardozo will be staged on 29th September at 7:00 pm at the DMK Auditorium of Kala Academy in the 36th Tiatr Festival organized by Kala Academy Goa. Goa is going to complete 50 years of its liberation in the next year 2011. Is Goa developed in the true sense of the word during the last 50 years? This is the question asked by many Goans when they compare the situations in the Goan society in the Goa of the past and of the present times. Tomazinho Cardozo’s “Kal ani Aiz” deals with issues on social, political, religious and economic fields that are faced by the Goan society during the last 50 years and highlights the rapid changes that have taken place in the Goan society. Mathias Mascarenhas and Irene Cardozo arein the lead roles lead roles while Anthony Carvalho, Sheik Amir, Simonia Cardozo, Jocelyn Mesquita, Larisa Fernandes, Shivanand Naik, Assis Cardozo, Tukaram Naik also feature in the play. Child artistes namely Karan, Josepha, Violet and Vhorty also act in important roles. Sucorro de Santa Cruz, Sonia, Maria Cardozo, Joao Cardozo, etc participate in singing which forms an integral part of Goan tiatr. The music is provided by Louis Cota, stage setting by Timoty Dias, background music by Joy Fernandes, light effects by Dnyaneshwar Morajkar and costumes by Simonia Cardozo. The play is produced by Kala Mogi Candolim and directed by Tomazinho Cardozo. Tomazinho Cardozo
[Goanet] Press Note - A. J. De Almeida High School Ponda wins the 1st Prize
Sir/Madam, Please find attached Press Note and photographs. Tomazinho Cardozo President Kala Mogi Candolim * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Goa-launch of the well-received *Into The Diaspora Wilderness* by Selma Carvalho on Aug 29, 2010 (Sunday) at 11 am at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao. Meet the author, buy a signed copy (only Rs 295 in Goa till stock lasts). http://selmacarvalho.squarespace.com/
[Goanet] KALA MOGI to stage UNITED WE STAND
KALA MOGI to stage an English play United We Stand Kala Mogi, Candolim will stage an English play in 2 Acts entitled “United We Stand” on 16th August, 2010 at JAF Auditorium, Ravindra Bhavan Margao and on 17th August at 7.00 p.m. at DMK Auditorium, Kala Academy Panjim. Photos: http://bit.ly/United-We-Stand KALA MOGI Candolim. Kala Mogi was born in the year 1978. Literally ‘Kala’ means art and ‘Mogi’ means lovers. Our aim in establishing a cultural institution like Kala Mogi was only to make efforts to raise the standard of Konkani Tiatr. We feel proud to state that we achieved this goal to some extent. We also felt that we have talents to contribute in the promotion and preservation of Mando Dulpods. We entered in this field too and succeeded. Kala Mogi has contributed to the cultural field of Goa for the last 32 years, especially as far as Tiatr, Mando and Dulpods and other folk songs are concerned. During these 32 years it has made successful efforts to introduce innovations on the Tiatr stage. In doing so, it has earned a lot of appreciation from the lovers of Tiatr. Kala Mogi has won numerous awards from Kala Academy and other cultural organizations. Its work has been recognized by both Government and non-Government organizations KONKANI PRODUCTIONS Although Kala Mogi was established 32 years back, the founders of Kala Mogi actively participated in the cultural activities of Goa from as far back as 1957. Till date Kala Mogi has produced and staged 35 Konkani Tiatrs, most of them written and directed by Tomazinho Cardozo. Most of these are award-winning Tiatrs in various competitions and festivals organized in the state of Goa. Tiatrs produced by Kala Mogi have become trend-setters in the field because of its innovations on the Tiatr stage.. ENGLISH PRODUCTIONS After having performed on the Konkani stage for a very long time, Kala Mogi produced for the very first time an English Play, ‘The Verdict’ in 2006. Originally written in Konkani, it had been adapted in English by Irene Cardozo and was directed by Tomazinho Cardozo. “The Verdict” became a big success. Kala Mogi produced its second English production “Sweet Poison” in 2008. This play too received encouraging reviews from the press and a lot of appreciation from the lovers of English Theatre. “United We Stand” is our third attempt in this field. We are confident that “United We Stand” too will be liked by one and all. “United We Stand” is an adaptation of Tomazinho Cardozo’s original Konkani play “Ami Soglle Ek”. The adaptation is done by Irene Cardozo and the play is directed by Tomazinho Cardozo “UNITED WE STAND - Synopsis This play in 2 Acts throws light on the Goan society in the post-liberation years. Rojin and Laximi are neighbours and although they professed different religions lived for so many years in harmony and unity. After the Liberation of Goa, the first Assembly elections come along and, thanks to the contesting candidates, the seeds of communalism are sown in order to get votes. Rojin and Laximi become deadly enemies of each other. But their sons Mikel and Kishore know that this deadly monster of communalism will destroy our society. So they make a fervent attempts for unity and communal harmony in the society. Is anyone listening? Come and find out for yourself. THE CAST Character Name of the artiste Rojin Irene Cardozo LaximiJocelyn Misquita Mikel Zico Fernandes Kishore Shivanand Naik Chimulkar Tukaram Naik RaposoJoy Fernandes SheelaCelza Lopes Nancy Larissa Fernandes Santu Mathias Mascarenhas Bhatkar Dnyaneshwar Morajkar DoctorSimonia Cardozo Stage Setting Timothy Dias Background Music Vikas Chopdekar Light Effects Dnanjay Phalkar Costumes Simonia Cardozo Originally written in Konkani byTomazinho Cardozo Adapted in English by Irene Cardozo Directed by Tomazinho Cardozo OUR AIM IN STAGING ENGLISH PLAYS We are aware of the fact that staging of English plays in Goa is not financially viable. One needs the support of sponsors and wellwishers. In order to create that support, we felt that we must show few of our presentations to the lovers of English Theatre free of any admission fee. This will help the English Theatre goers to have the first hand knowledge of our theatre skills in the presentation. Our aim is to continue producing English plays regularly so that Kala Mogi can step in to at least partially fill up the vacuum that we find presently on the English Theatre Stage in Goa. OUR THANKS We express our sincere thanks to: ● Department of Art Culture, Govt of Goa. ● TITOs Calangute, Goa ● M/s Alcon Constructions (Victor Group)● Praveen Shettye ● MOTI VOIZ FOUNDATION Joao
[Goanet] “United We Stand” to be staged shor tly
“United We Stand” to be staged shortly The lovers of English theatre in Goa will get an opportunity to witness an English Play “United We Stand” to be staged on 16th August 2010 at 7:00 pm at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao and on 17th August 2010 at 7:00 pm at Kala Academy, Panjim. Photos: http://bit.ly/United-We-Stand The play is originally written in Konkani by Tomazinho Cardozo and it has been translated into English by Irene Cardozo. This is the third production of English plays of Kala Mogi, Candolim which is doing a great service to Goan culture for the last 31 years. Kala Mogi’s earlier productions of English plays are:- “The Verdict” in 2006 and “Sweet Poison” in 2008. Both these productions were well appreciated by English theatre lovers. “United We Stand” deals with Goa’s communal harmony which has been vitiated due to communal approach towards elections by our political leaders. It highlights the hopes and aspirations of the youth of Goa for achieving communal harmony in the Goan society. The cast includes Irene Cardozo, Jocelyn Misquita, Shivanand Naik, Zico Fernandes, Dnyeaneshwar Morajkar, Selza Lopes, Larisa Fernandes, Mathias Mascarenhas, Joy Fernandes, Tukaram Naik and Simonia Cardozo in different roles. Directed by Tomazinho Cardozo the stage sets are designed by Timoty Dias, light effects by Dhananjai Phalkar, costumes my Simonia Cardozo and background music by Vikas Chopddekar. Shivanand Naik Secretary Kala Mogi
[Goanet] Dance Competition on National Integration
Dance Competition on National Integration Kala Mogi, Candolim in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa and Dalgado Konknni Akademi will organize an inter school competition of dance on the recorded Konkani songs on National Integration on 23rd August 2010. The competition is organized for the purpose of inculcating patriotic values among the student community. It will also popularize Konkani songs on National Integration. The participating schools will be provided with transport charges as per the distance of the school from the venue of competition. They will also be provided with refreshments and attractive awards including cash awards. The 1st prize for the best performance will be Rs. 5000/-. The 2nd and 3rd prizes will be Rs. 3000/- and Rs. 2000/- respectively. Besides this, mementos will be presented to the winning schools and certificates of participation for all students. Each dance group must have not less than 8 dancers and not more than 10 dancers. Incase there is difficulty in getting Konkani songs on National Integration they are requested to contact on phone no. 9822170102. The necessary arrangement to provide Konkani songs on National Integration will be made. Those schools interested in participating in the competition are requested to submit their applications to the Secretary, Kala Mogi, “Asro”, Orda, Candolim, Bardez Goa on or before 12th August 2010. Shivanand Naik Secretary Kala Mogi * * * Was life in the *kudds* glamourised? Who said, It appears that the Goanese (sic) are a roving people, prepared to go to any part of the world for well-paid employment? How did Goans find their first toehold in the Gulf? Find your answers in Selma Carvalho's *Into the Goan Diaspora Wilderness*. Buy from Broadways Book Centre, Panjim [Ph +91-9822488564] Price (in Goa only) Rs 295. http://selmacarvalho.squarespace.com/ * * *
[Goanet] World Konkani Cultural Festival
World Konkani Cultural Festival “Vovllik” extended to Goans The curtain raiser, “Vovllik” meaning invitation, of the ‘Vixv Konkani Sankrutik Mahamell’ or World Konkani Cultural Festival organized by Mandd Sobhann Mangalore, was held at the Conference Hall of Ravindra Bhavan Margao yesterday, (18th July 2010, at 7.30 p.m.) with an impressive ceremony in the presence of Digamber Kamat, Chief Minister, Francisco Sardinha, MP South Goa, Damu Naik, MLA Fatorda constituency, Luizinho Faleiro, former Chief Minister and host of dignitaries from Goa as well as from Mangalore. In his speech Shri. Digamnber Kamat congratulated Eric Ozario and his team for organizing such a massive cultural festival of 25 days in the months of November/December 2010 in Mangalore. Stating that such an exercise can forge unity among Konkani people scattered in different states of India, he assured all possible help from the Goa Government in making the festival a great success. Shri, Kamat who is also the Chief Patron of the World Konkani Cultural Festival hoped that along with Konkani culture the festival will highlight Goa and its culture too. Shri. Francisco Sardinha, MP stated that such festivals involving the youth will definitely go a long way in inculcating Goan and Indian culture among the new generation. Damodar Naik MLA appreciated the efforts of Mandd Sobhann for organizing such massive cultural programme in Mangalore and wondered whether the Konkani cultural centre is shifted from Goa to Mangalore. Shri. Luizinho Faleiro recalling his association with Eric Ozario and Mandd Sobhann stated that Goans irrespective of any differences should support such a massive cultural fest whole-heartedly. On behalf of Mandd Sobhann Mangalore, Digamber Kamat, CM and the Chief Patron of the Festival extended the “Vovllik” of the World Konkani Cultural Festival to 28 participating groups from Goa and to the people of Goa in the true Indian tradition. Earlier Shri. Eric Ozario welcomed the audience and outlined the aim in organizing such a massive 25 days Konkani cultural Festival. Later Tomazinho Cardozo, while proposing the vote of thanks stated that only Konkani song, dance and music has the potential to bring about the much needed unity among the Konkani people. Navnath Khandeparkar and Melita Pinto compeered the function. Cultural programme of music, songs and modern folk dances staged by Nach Sobhann from Mangalore, Kharvi Dance Troupe from Bhatkal and Mother Theresa Musical Band from Honnavar mesmerized the audience with their excellent performance. * * * IS YOURS one of the stories of Goans on board the S.S. Dwarka, or at the Strait of Hormuz, Basra or Bahrain, Dubai, Swindon, Mombasa, Poona or Rangoon? Selma Carvalho's new book *Into the Diaspora Wilderness* docks at many other ports. Get your copy from Broadways, Panjim [9822488564] Rs 295. Pp extra. http://selmacarvalho.squarespace.com/
[Goanet] First World Konkani Cultural Convention
‘Vovllik’ of the First World Konkani Cultural Convention Poilo Vixv Konknni Sanskrutik Mahamell (The First World Konkani Cultural Convention) is being organized from November 25 to December 19, 2010 at Kalaangann, Mangalore. In this 25 days world level Konkani Cultural Festival over 60 cultural troupes from all over the world are participating. Goa being the ‘Mull Pith’ of Konkani, about 30 cultural troupes presenting all cultural forms from Goa namely folk music, tiatr, nattok, etc will be showcased in the festival. The Goa curtain-raiser of this World Convention will be held on Sunday, July 18, 2010 at 7.30 p.m. at the Conference Hall, Ravindra Bhavan Margao. On this occasion Shri, Digamber Kamat, Chief Minister of Goa will be the Chief Guest. Other dignitaries who will grace the occasion are Francisco Sardinha, M.P., Luizinho Faleiro, former Chief Minister, Eduardo Faleiro, Commissioner of NRI Affairs and Damodar Naik MLA, Fatorda Constituency. The Goa curtain-raiser is called ‘Vovllik’ meaning invitation. On this occasion a formal ‘vovllik’ will be extended to all the troupes from Goa participating in the First World Konkani Cultral Convention. An exciting cultural programme has been arranged on the occasion in which a brass band from Honavar, a dance troupe from Mangalore and a folk troupe from Bhatkal will stage their robust performances. ‘Poilo Vixv Konknni Sanskrutik Mahamell’ invites all Goans to attend the Goa cuirtain-raiser ‘Vovllik’. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim
[Goanet] BORGES BAB-AK NIMNNO ZABAB - 'DEBATE' KORUNK RAJI ZA
09/06/10 BORGES BAB-AK NIMNNO ZABAB Khoinchoch vixoy chorchek haddlea uprant ti chorcha akhrek somponk zai. Eka vixoyacher dogam zannamni kholayen bhasabhas kelea uprant te chorchent konnachem sangnnem sarkem aslem ani konnachem sagnnem sarkem naslem hacher konnem tori nirnnoy diupak zai. Ani oxem ghoddpak osleo chorcha eka-meka somor zaupak zai tantun konnache mud’de sarke asle ani konnache mud’de sarke nasle tacherui nirnnoy zaunpak zai. Ji ‘DEBATE’ mhoje ani Borges bab-a modhem chol’lea tantun tem ghoddona. Zo poriant tem ghoddona to poriant tech tech mud’de portun yeta ani zonn eklo aplench khorem mhunnonk fattim sorona. Orthacho onorth korun apunnuch jikle mhunn kaim zann pemprem vazoita. Hea khatir Borges bab-ak hanv anik zabab diunchona. Punn amcho Borges bab rokddoch mhunnttolo ki hanv poll kaddunk sodtam mhunn. Tea khatir Borges bab-ak spoxtt sangtam. Romi lipik Devnagori lipi borobor ‘Goa Official Language Act’-an ek sarkem sthan mellonk zai ho amcho ‘demand’ dorun Konknni sombondit anik kosleay vixoyancher tuje koddem uktti ‘face to face’ “DEBATE” korpak hanv raji asam. Tuven vhoir kaddleai te proxn mhunttlear Romi lipi vaprunt konn duddu zhoddta, konn pochoita ani konn nagoita, konn dukor posta ani konn mhoxi posta, konn jevta tech boxent thukta, onit zata vo na, Kristi xallam xivai Devnagori lipint Konknni heram iskolamni kiteak xikoina, adi hea soglleam vixoyancher hanv Borges bab-a lagim ‘DEBATE” korunk khoinchea vellar raji asam. Daddhos asa zalear Borges bab toyar za! V. Ixtt hea potrar boroun hanvem tench sanglam. He soglle proxnn suttave korunk “DEBATE” gorjechi. Somzotam Borges bab hi ‘DEBATE’ korunk raji zatolo mhunn. Fottinchem zoit zaunk ami diunchena mhunnchem diunchena. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim, Goy.
[Goanet] Debate Soddun Konn Pollen Ghelo?
‘Debate Soddun Konn Pollon gelo?’ 27 May, 2010 hea disa Goa Nett hacher ailole Fausto babache vichar vachle. Khoreponnim Romi lipintle Konknni bhaxe vixim amcho Borges bab ani Fausto bab hanchim dogainchim motam ekuch. Tea khatir Fausto bab-ak anik zabab diupachi gorozuch na oxem mhaka diso. Punn Fausto ‘black white’ puraveanchi gozal korta. Tea khatir tea vixim don utram borounchinch poddlim. Fausto bab zanna zaunk zai ki ek puravo khorench ‘black white’ asa zalear taka konnancheanuch nakarunk zaina nhoi mhunn konnacheanuch taka fottkiro tharaunk zaina mhunn. Atam amcho Fausto bab ‘black white’ purave mhunntta te khorench ‘black white’ asa kai? Hoch motto proxn asa tacher ilo niyall korum-ia 1. Borges bab-an boroilem “Tomazinho baban sabar pavtti mhonnlolem asa ki Okhil Bharotiy Konknni Porixodek Romi lipint borovpi vochonant, dekhun thoim ghetil’le tharav soglê Konknni porjeche mhunn manun gheunk to toyar na.” Oi tem hanvem mhunttlam ani ataim mhunttam. Borges bab-an tea fuddem boroilem, “ Zalear to atam hea apnnalea sommelonanchi khobor korta tedna thoinche tharav soglê Romi lipint Konknni vachpi porjeche mhunn tori manun ghevpache?” Hanvem toxem mandhun ghevpachem mhunn borounkuch na. Boroilam zalear hea viximche ‘black white’ purave khoim pavle kai? 2. Sorgest Fr. Freddy hanchi soi marun hanvem ‘forgery’ kela mhunn Borges bab-an mhojer bogllant ghatlem. Sorgest Fr. Freddy-chi soi hanvem ‘forgery’ kelea mhunn provar korpak Borges bab-ak avhan dilem. ‘Black white’ mhunntta te purave khoim pavle re Fausto bab? 3. ‘Times of India’ hea potrar ailolo mhojo lekh hanvenuch to ‘internet’-ar daddla mhunn Borges bab-an mhojer anik ek bogllant ghatlem. Hanvenuch to ‘Internett’-ar daddla mhunn provar kor mhunn Borges bab-ak anik ek ‘challenge’ dili. Azun poriant tea viximchea ‘black white’ puraveachi vatt polloit asam. 4. ‘Roman Konknni’ he shobd vapuracho hanv ‘originator’ asa mhunn Borges baban arop kelo. Mhoje adim zaitea manestamni tea shobdancho vapor kela mhunn hanvem ‘black white’ purave dile. Tea shobdancho ‘originator’ hanv asam mhunnon Borges bab-an azunuim ‘black white’ purave diunk na mure Fausto bab? 5. Hanv survatek savn DKA-cho Sekretar asa mhunnon Borges bab-an mhojer anik ek bogllantt ghatlem. To boroita tem fottingponn provar korunk hanvem taka avhan kelem. Azun poriant ‘black white’ purave nant mure Fausto bab? 6. Ani halinchea disamnni amcho Borges bab anik ek Rengttetteng vazounk lagla. To boroita, “Aiz te 'debate'-ik orth urunk na karonn Tomazinho baban ek sot manun ghetlam: DKA-chi stapnnuk 1988 vorsa zal'li, mhonnje DKA was established in 1988, not in 1989. Hem sot tache kodden kobul korun ghevpak mhaka tin voir vorsam laglim.” Hem Borges babachem anik ek fottingponn asa. Hem Borges bab-achem bogllanta vixim ‘black white’ puravo mellot re Fausto bab? Aiz poriant, Fausto bab mhuntta toslo ‘black white’ puravo amchea Borges bab-an ekuch dila ani to mhunttlear DKA – chem “Emblem”. Taka hanvuim ‘black white’ puravo mhunnttam kiteak jem kitem tacher asa tem soglleank dista ani tem nakarunk konnakuch koslich sondhi na. Punn tantunt jem kitem asa tem ‘sot’ asa vo ‘fott’ asa to vegllo proxn asa. Ani to yog’ya mon’xank vincharun sodhun kaddunk zai. Hanv magtam amchea Fausto bab-a lagim, jem Borges bab-a lagim ghoddonk na tem Fausto bab-an ghoddounchem mhunn ani tosle ‘black white’ purave hanvem vhoir dakoilea tim 6 udharonnam “fottingponnam nan punn sotam asat” mhnunn provar chem. Fattim eka Romi lipintle Konknni bhaxechea pattlavddaran mhojea vicharank tenko diun ek borovp kelem. Tem borovp amchea Borges bab-ak vaitt poddlem mista. Aplea borovpant amchea Borges bab-an tea boroinnara vixim oxem, boroilem, “ Taka zap diun mhozo moladik vell vhogddaunk hanv sodina; tannem tor apli okkol he adinch ghannak dovorloli asa. Mumboint moidanar, lokache kormonnuki khatir, khetim khellovpi hanvem polloileat; tanche borobor tanche 'hoiba' astat. He hoiba to nachovpi dhoni kitem uloita tachim nimannim utram 'repeat' kortat.” Him amchea Borges bab-achim ‘moladik’ utram amchea Fausto bab-akui lagu zata kai? Ani akhrek aplea borovpant amcho Fausto bab oxem mhunntta, “Lobadponnam adharpant monis kitli pasun xim' upunk xoktat tem amkam somzolem.” Fausto bab, hi tuji somzonni xembor tok’ke sarki asa kiteak je monis svotha apunn lobaddponnachea adharan aplem jivit sarta tankam aplea sorvbhonvtim aslole soglle monis lobadd dista. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim, Goy.
[Goanet] GT DEBATE SODDUN KONN POLLON GHELO? HANV VO BORGES BAB?
GT ‘DEBATE’ SODDUNN KONN POLLON GHELO? HANV VO BORGES BAB? Tomazinho Cardozo Borges babacho 22 May, 2010 hea disa ailolo zabab vachlo. Tea zabab-an amchea Borges bab-an akhem Ramayan sanglem punn gorjechem kitem zai tacher mat visor ghatli. Hanvem borges baba lagim sadho ani soroll zabab vincharlolo. To oso asa, “Tannem tor mhoji DEBATE korpachem avhan svikarun DEBATE korunk apunn raji asam mhunnon zabab dila zalear to tacho zabab khoinche tarkechea GT potrar aila to mhaka matxem Borges bab-an sangchem”. Hacher tannem zabuch keli na mhunnchem tannem apunn DEBATE-k raji asa mhunn sanglem na. Hacho orth kitem zalo? ‘DEBATE’ soddun poll kaddop nhoi zalear anik kitem? GT potran aplo zabab porgott kelo na mhunnonk Borges bab sodhta oxem mhaka dista. GT potran tor zabab porgott kelo na zalear mhaka svotha kiteak kolloilem na? Hanvem taka mhojo Phone No. poriant dilolo ani to mhojem ‘postal address’-ui zannam hantun dubav na. ‘DEBATE’ korpak daddhos na zatoch poll kaddpache osle upai sodhun kaddche poddttach. Borges bab ataim ti “DEBATE” soddun polllon vochpachi toyari korta. 22 May tarkechea zababan to akhrek mhunntta, “ Aiz te 'debate'-ik orth urunk na karonn Tomazinho baban ek sot manun ghetlam: DKA-chi stapnnuk 1988 vorsa zal'li, mhonnje DKA was established in 1988, not in 1989. Hem sot tache kodden kobul korun ghevpak mhaka tin voir vorsam laglim.” Hi Borges babachi anik ek fott zaun asa. Vhoir Borges bab-an sanglam tem hanvem khoim ani ken’na mandhun ghetlam tem matxem Borges bab-an mhaka sangchem. Ho Borges bab kiteak mhunn fottir fotti marta tench mhaka kollona. Hea vixoya vixim jem kitem hanvem boroilam tem oxem asa:- “Emblem’-acher niyall korum-ia. Sorgest Pri. Freddy hannem soi kelolea puraveacher don mhotvacheam goxttinchi mahiti asa: (1) 1988 hea vorsant zaloli DKA-che boskechi mahiti ani (2) 1989 vorsa DKA-k ‘oficially and solemnly’ inaugurate korpachi mahiti. Mhunnchem ‘Sthap: 1988’ vo ‘Sthap:1989’ ho vixoyacho mud’do asa. Hem voros 1988 zaunk zai aslem? Tem 1989 kiteak zalem? He proxn ho Borges bab mhaka kiteak korta kai? DKA-k avoi bapui na? Soglle ‘records’ DKA lagim astole! Vinchar munga tanche lagim? “Khorzota khoim ani khorpita khoim” oslich got zalea hea amchea Borges babachi.” Ho mhojo zabab spoxtt asa. Hantun DKA 1988 vorsa vo 1989 vorsa sthapli mhunn hanvem khoim mandhun ghetlam ga Borges bab? “DEBATE” korpachi daddhos na mhunn mhojer bogllanttam ghalun poll kaddunk sodhinakai. Fottichem zoit kednanch zanvchena. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim, Goy.
[Goanet] BORGES BAB PUBLIC PROSECUTOR ZALO?
avhan asa. To poriant tuvem mhojer ghatlolo ‘forgery’-cho arop ek ‘poki fottas’ asa mhunttlear lottkem zanvchena. DKA-chea “Emblem’-acher niyall korum-ia. Sorgest Pri. Freddy hannem soi kelolea puraveacher don mhotvacheam goxttinchi mahiti asa: (1) 1988 hea vorsant zaloli DKA-che boskechi mahiti ani (2) 1989 vorsa DKA-k ‘oficially and solemnly’ inaugurate korpachi mahiti. Mhunnchem ‘Sthap: 1988’ vo ‘Sthap:1989’ ho vixoyacho mud’do asa. Hem voros 1988 zaunk zai aslem? Tem 1989 kiteak zalem? He proxn ho Borges bab mhaka kiteak korta kai? DKA-k avoi bapui na? Soglle ‘records’ DKA lagim astole! Vinchar munga tanche lagim? “Khorzota khoim ani khorpita khoim” oslich got zalea hea amchea Borges babachi. Sorkar DKA-k anudhan diunk laglo, DKA-cho vavr nettan fuddem vochonk laglo ani tea khatir Romi lipintli Konknni koxich morpachi na mhunn sid’dh zalem hem amchea Borges babak koxench pochounk zaina mhunn sangche bodlek to DKA-chim, vo Romi lipi khatir vavurteleanchim il’lim il’lim kuntam kaddit asa ani tankam bodnam korpachea vavrant gul’l zalolo asa. Tujo Romi lipi Konknni add vavr chaluch dovor Borges bab kiteak tantuntleanuch nettan vavr korpak amkam sfurti mellta. . Punn ek fottinchem zoit zaunk mat ami kednanch diunchena. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim, Goy.
[Goanet] GT 'Debate' Soddun Konn Pollon Ghelo? Hanv vo Borges bab?
GT ‘DEBATE’ SODDUN KONN POLLON GHELO? HANV VO BORGES BAB? ( May 14, 2010 hea disa GOA Net hacher ailole Borges babachea zabab-ak poilo “DEBATE’ hache vixim zabab ditam. Ho zabab lamb aslolea karannank lagon tannem ghatlolea heram bogllanttancher uprant uzvadd ghaltam) Amchea Borges babachi ti zolmanchich sonvoim zaun asa. Apnnem pap korop ani tem pap zata zalear dusreancher lottovn ghalop. ‘Gomantak Times’ (GT) hea Inglez potracher tannench suru kelole bhasabaxecher bariksannen niyall kelear tem sid’dh zata ani hanvem ‘Debate’ korunk avhan dilolem ti ‘DEBATE’ soddun konnem poll kaddli tenvuim provar zata. Amchea Borges babak ek duens asa. Hem duens mhunttlear zor konn Dalgado Konknni Akademy (DKA) Romi lipicher onit zalea tacher zhuzpak rochlea mhunttlear taka to “Lipirog” rokddoch zata. Goychea Rajbhas kaideak lagon Romi lipintle Konknnicher onit kelea mhunttlear Borges baba bhitor to ‘Lipirog’ rokddoch ustota. Ani oxench GT hea Inglez potracher ghoddlem. Hanvem teach vixoyacher GT-cher ek lekh boroilolo. Borges babacho ‘Lipirog’ ustolo ani rokddench tannem GT potrak ek chitt boroiloli. Hi chitt Junache 10 tarker 2009 hea disa porgott zali. Tea disa hi chorcha suru zali. Te chittik hanvem zabab daddlo to sokol ditam: Ho mhojo poilo zabab: First Reply to S. M. Borges’ Letter on Gomantak Times dated 17th June DISSEMINATING IGNORANCE Mr. S. M. Borges’s letter – Disseminating ignorance - published on your daily dated June 10, 2009 is the result of frustration. I say it is frustration only because he has unnecessarily mixed the payment I get as a columnist with the issue in question. My friend Mr. Borges gets excited immediately if any one states that DKA was formed to fight the injustice meted to Konkani in Roman script. It is because he is wearing glasses through which he can see only Konkani in Devnagori script and nothing else. I have always stated that Konkani in Roman script should be given equal status with Konkani in Devnagori script in the Official Language Act of Goa. My friend Mr. Borges opposes it with all his might because his ultimate aim is to see the end of Konkani in Roman script as soon as possible. Mr. Borges has a lot of time to write letters after letters and he feels that everyone else too lives in the same way. Every minute is precious to me and hence I would not like to waste my precious time in answering questions of Mr. Borges who is not any authority to decide on the issue. Nevertheless I am prepared to clear all the issues in the confused mind of Mr. Borges regarding Konkani in Roman script. Let us have a one to one, face to face live debate on this issue in the presence of the media – printed as well as electronic – and the people. If that happens then only we shall be in a position to state who is disseminating ignorance, false information and manipulated history. I give first preference to Mr. S. M. Borges organize this debate and if he is not able to do so then I take the responsibility to organize the same. If agreeable then Mr. Borges may contact me on my cell phone 9822170102. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim Potrancher bhasabas korun tancho moladik zago pidder korcho nhoi ani ekach borobor ‘sot’ kitem ani ‘fott’ kitem tem uzvaddak yeunche khatir hanvem “DEBATE” korunk avhan dilem. Hanv somzololom ki amcho Borges bab ti ‘debate’ korpak raji zatolo mhunn. Punn na! Kitem kai mhunttlear tannem mhaka GT potracher zabab diun sodanche porim mhaka kaim proxn kelet. Poile aplea proxnnanche zabab di ani zabab dilea uprantuch ‘Debate’ korum-ia. ‘Debate’ korinastana poll kaddpachi hi tachi yevzonn asli. Hanvem taka GT potrar dusro zabab dilo to sokol ditam: Second Reply to S. M. Borges’ Letter on Gomantak Times dated 17th June LET’S HAVE THE DEBATE – NO ‘ifs’ and ‘buts’ ! From the letter of Mr. S. M. Borges ‘Let’s have the debate, Tomazinho, but …?” (Gt June 17) one comes to the conclusion that Mr. Borges is not willing to have a debate otherwise he would have not put conditions to answer his questions before the debate. In fact the debate is proposed in order to get all answers from me as well as from Mr. Borges. Then why there is a need to answer him in advance? Or is it an excuse to avoid to discuss the matter in public because it could lead to the exposure of lies perpetuated by Mr. S. M. Borges and others of his like regarding Konkani in Roman script? Once again Mr. Borges displays his frustration by linking the issue of the proposed debate to politicians. He says in his letter, “ Politicians thrive on media exposure, so it will be cruel to deny Cardozo his craving.” The whole of Goa knows that I have left politics long back but it is Mr. Borges alone who keeps on harping on my political life because it suits him to defame the politicians and get the mileage from it if possible. In fact Mr. Borges has been appointed to some statutory bodies by the politicians only who according to him crave
[Goanet] BORGES BAB POLL KADDPACHI TOYARI KORTA KAI?
BORGES BAB POLL KADDPACHI TOYARI KORTA KAI? Mayache 4 tarkecho Borges baban dilolo zabab vachlo. Borges bab zhuzachem moidan soddun poll kaddunk sodta oxem mhaka dislem. Oxem dispak karonn mhunttlear Borges bab aplea zababan akhrek oxem mhunntta: “Hea prosnanchi zap mellttokoch amcheamni dusrea prosnank hat ghalunk zatolem.” Dusarea utramni tea proxnnanchi zap mellona zalear Borges bab dusrea proxnnank hat ghalina. Mhunnchem Borges bab poll kaddpachi toyari korta. Borges bab bore bhoxen zanna ki Tomazinho Cardozo tachea proxnnank zab diuncho na mhunn ani tantuntleantuch, Tomazinho-cher nib dovrun, apunn hi chorcha soddun jiv poddta thoim polltolom mhunn.Borges bab tuje lagim ‘khoddegantth’ puraver asat te vaprun tuje mud’de mandd dusreachea zababancher patyon ravonakai. Te tuka kednanch mellchena. ‘Sotachench zoit zatolem’ mhunn bob marpi amchea Borges babak dusreamnni dilolea zababancher patyon ravchem poddta mhunn mhaka tache churchure disonk laglea. Ani ek sang re Borges bab, tujea proxnnank hanvem zabab diupak tum konn? Ek Police Inspector? vo Ek Nitidar? Zanna za, zache lagim bhasabaxent vantto ghevpak xokti asa to aplea svothachea puraveancher adharun mud’de mandtta dusreachea zababancher patyon nhoi. Torui punn hanvem zo sorgest Pri. Freddy hanem soi kelolo puravo dila, tacher tujea sogllea proxnnacheo zapo asat. Teo sodun kadd mure papia? Tuvem tea puraveak lagon mhojer ‘forgery’-cho arop ghatlai. Tuven kedeai vhoddlea tallean ti ‘forgery’ mhunnon bob marli zalear ti ‘forgery’ zaina. DKA-chea ‘Emblem’-acher sthapnneche voros 1989 asa mhunn ti ‘forgery’ zaina. Ghoddlolea ghoddneanchem ‘interpretation’ korun ek ghoddnnent asloli soi ‘forgery’ zaina. Ti ‘forgery’ zatoli zalear tuven tea purvear asa ti soi sorgest Pri. Freddy-chi nhoi mhunn purave diunk zai. Apunn “khoddegantth’ puravekar mhunn soglleak fottaxi martai zalear ‘khoddegantth’ sodduch zata zalear ek ‘oskot’ tori puravo di zache vorvim tea kallaili Pri. Freddy-chi soi ani hanvem dilea ti soi veg-veglleo asat mhunn provar zaundi. Hem tuka anik ek avhan asa. Tum, profosor zalolea karannan ‘forgery’-che purave koxe haddtat ti tuka khobor astoli mhunn somzotam. To poriant tuvem mhojer ghatlolo ‘forgery’-cho arop ek poki fottas asa mhunttlear lottkem zanvchena. Are papia mhojea adlea zababan DKA-chea ‘Emblem’-acher sthapnnechem voros ‘1989’ koxem ani kiteak ailam tem spoxtt kelam mure? Sarkem vachun polle ani jem kitem boroilam tem sarkem disona zalear dusrea konnai lagim vachun ghe! Fatlea disamni hanvem tujeo sat fotti vachpeanche nodrek haddlea. Tuvem bogllantam ghatleant tache purave di mhunn tuka avhan kelam. Azun tuvem ek poriant puravo diunk naim. Zalear sotachem zoit koxem zatolem re mhojea ixtta? “Khoddegantth” mhunnttat te purave khoim gele re papia? Sotachem nib gheun fottichem zoit korunk tum kitloi vavurloi zalear toxem ghoddcheak ami kednanch diunchena. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim, Goy
[Goanet] Romi Konknni - Soglleo Fotti! Ekuch Sot!!
S. M. Borges hankam zabab “Romi Konknni” – Soglleo Fotti! Ekuch Sot!! ( Chotrai: Ho zabab hanvem V. Ixtt hea satolleak daddlolo. To tea satolleacher chhapun ailo punn kaim mhotvachim vak’kyam chhapinastana dovorlim mhunn toch zabab atam vachpeancher nodrek haddtam – Tomazinho Cardozo) S. M. Borges baban boroiloli chitt vachli ani sodam porim to fotti sangon sot mhunn dakhovpacho proitn tem matr sarkem sid’dh zalem. Tachea borovpacho niyall kelear tantun chodd fotti sampoddta. Ani zaunk saiba tantun ek punn sot asa. Dekhik to mhunntta: (1) Poili fott: “Tomazinho baban sabar pavtti mhonnlolem asa ki Okhil Bharotiy Konknni Porixodek Romi lipint borovpi vochonant, dekhun thoim ghetil’le tharav soglê Konknni porjeche mhunn manun gheunk to toyar na.” Oi tem hanvem mhunttlam ani ataim mhunttam. To tea fuddem boroita, “ Zalear to atam hea apnnalea sommelonanchi khobor korta tedna thoinche tharav soglê Romi lipint Konknni vachpi porjeche mhunn tori manun ghevpache?” Hanvem oxem khoim mhunttlam re Borges bab? Borges bab anik ek fottinchem bogllant mhojer ghalunk sodta mhunn hanga sid’dh zata. (2) Dusri fott: Borges bab mhunntta, “Ek pustok-prodorxon legun dovrunk tanklem na!” Thoinsor pustok-prodorxonn aslem tem soglleamni polloilam ani tea pustok prodorxonnache fottu poriant porgott zalole asa. Fokt Borges babak tem disonk na. Tannem aplea dolleank fottinchim oklam ghatleant tim kaddlea xivai Romi lipintle Konknni vixim taka sogllem urfattench distolem mhunn mhaka khatri asa. (3) Tisri fott” To mhunntta, “1988 vorsa, somplolo Pri. Freddy J. Da Costa, Dalgado Konknni Akademicho odheokx asun tannem eka ‘Press Note’-ant ‘Roman Konkani’ him utram vaporlolim khoim. Hem sot zaunkuch xokona.” Puravo mhunn mhoje lagim somplolea Fr. Freddy-n soi kelolem tem potrok asa. Tacher tem sogllem spoxtt zata. “Hem sot zaunkuch xokona” mhunnon Borges bab fottinche bunheadicher aplem ‘arguments’ okhondd korunk sodhta kai? (4) Chovti fott: “Romi Konknni” hea xobdacher adharun kaim lok amchim khebaddam kortat zalear, tacher upay mhunn, ami tem nanv bôdlop? Toxem kelear khebaddam komi zatolim?” Hanvem mhojea borovpant ‘khebaddam’ ho shobd vaprunkuch na. Hanvem “arop’ ho shobd vapurla. ‘Arop’ asa to ‘khebaddam’ mhunn boroun sot kitem tem dampun fott vhoir kaddpachi Borges bab tozvit korta kai? (5) Panchvi fott: “‘Roman Konkani’ hem Sunday Times-chea editor-an ghalem khoim. Editor eka ‘article’acho mathallo bodolta? Chhapun ailolo to ek ‘press release’ vô ‘interview’ aslolo zalear somzum-ietalem. Tea bhair toch lekh internet-arui kitleaxeach thollancher, heach mathalleakhal, uzvadda ailo.” Inglez potrancher niamit lekh boroupachi Borges babak sondhi mellonk na tea khatir ho taka onnubhov na oxem mhaka dista. Punn noko astana aplench pemprem vazovop mhunnchem sot dhampoun fottik vhoir kaddpache proitn korop. Onbhov aslolea lekhokham lagim vo Inglez potrachea sompadpea lagim mahiti gheun Borges baban aple arop kelole zalear apnnem sangllea ti fott sotuch asa mhunn bob marcho naslo. Tea fuddem hoch Borges bab ‘toch lekh’ internet-tar aila mhunntta. Toch lekh asa zalear to dusare bhoxen koso yetolo tor? Tosoch yetolo nhoi? Hanvem zo lekh Times of India haka daddlolo tachi proti zai zalear mhojean konnakui diunk zata. Bogor bogor fotti sangleo mhunn tem sot zaina Borges bab. (6) Ekuch sot: Ani akhrek Borges babache te chittint ekuch sot asa. To oxem mhunntta, “Soglech rajkarnni eleisanvak bosonant ani eleisanvak bostat titlei rajkarnni nastat.” Borges babachem hem vakya khorench sot asa. Dusrea utramni hanvuch nhoi punn Borges babui ek rajkarnni asa. Somplolo Nikita Khrushchev, USSR hacho adlo Prime Minister rajkarnnea vhoir uloun oxem mhunttlam, “ Politicians are the same all over. They promise to build bridges, even where there are no rivers” Rajkarnni lok fotting ani bondolist astat mhunn hea nivedhanantleant sarkem dakholl zata. Ani fotti marpachea kar’yan, vhoir dakhoilam tea pormonnem, Borges bab tor sarko kurtid asa ani tea khatir to rajkarnnich na punn ek ‘mharajkarnni’ asa mhunttlear fott zanvchina. Ani akhrek Borges babak ugddas kortam. “Romi Konknni” hea shobdam vixim tannem oxem mhunttlolem, “Tor ho xobd poilech pavtti vaporpi boroinnar konn aslo kai? Soroll zap: “Tomazinho Cardozo.” Hanv poiloch mhunn provar korunk zalem na punn apnnem fott marli ani aplo ghuneanv zalo mnhunn sobhemazar sangpak matr Borges baba lagim ghodlem na. Khorench mharajkarnni to! Fottinchem zoit kednanch zaunchena mhunn mhaka khatri asa. Tomazinho Cardozo Candolim, Goy.
[Goanet] Prof Newman Fernandes – A Visionary
Prof Newman Fernandes – A Visionary A Tribute to Prof. Newman Fernandes on his 60th Birthday on 11th March, 2010 By Tomazinho Cardozo Professor Newman Fernandes, a former Principal of Rosary College of Commerce and Arts and of St. Xavier’s College Mapusa is an educationist par excellence. His commitment to education is great and hence he always encourages his staff as well as students to venture in novel projects in order to achieve greater heights in life. Although diminutive in stature he is a tall personality in the field of education. His achievements in the field of education are trend setters. In fact he was responsible to start a new College, Rosary College of Commerce Arts in Navelim, for the Archdiocese of Goa Daman. In fact he was its Founder-Principal. The zeal with which he served the student community in that college, could take the young college to greater heights in the educational arena. His consistent efforts gave a new direction to higher education in South Goa. He introduced many new academic disciplines as per the needs of the time thereby helping the students to be well equipped to face new challenges in life. When he was given the Principal’s responsibility of St. Xaviers College, Mapusa he left no stones unturned to take the college at a higher level not only educationally but in all respects. During his tenure as Principal of St. Xavier's College, Mapusa, Goa, he piloted the project of 'College with Potential for Excellence', and St. Xavier’s College Mapusa was selected as one of the Best 47 Colleges out of 15,000 Colleges in India, in 2004. St. Xavier’s College attracts the largest number of students in Goa. He always believed in discipline. His commitment to his duties had no limits. He worked very hard and he wanted all his staff to perform their duties in the same way. He was a result oriented man. These qualities in him compelled the concerned authorities to reassess St. Xavier's College, Mapusa. The reassessment resulted in reaccrediting St. Xavier’s College with 'A' Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. He introduced 50 Capacity Building Strategies at St. Xaviers College to help College students face the challenges of the modern world. His achievements in the educational field in Goa were not recognized in his own state the way it was done elsewhere in India. He was awarded the Dr. Sam Higginbottom award for being selected as the best college principal in India. By now he had many admirers in the educational field of our country. His contributions in numerous seminars, national as well as international, have created an impact in the minds of educationists. He was considered a man of action. Hence all Christian Colleges in India, elected him as the President of All India Association for Christian Higher Education. A rare honour to a Goan educationist indeed! Yet another very important contribution of Prof. Newman Fernandes to Higher Education in the state of Goa was the Semester System, Continuous assessment, new disciplines, etc. He was appointed Chairman of the Goa University Curriculum Restructuring Committee and as the Chairman he was instrumental in introducing for the first time the Semester System, Continuous assessment, new disciplines, up-to-date syllabi etc. In order to improve the quality of Higher Education in the state of Goa, the Government constituted Goa Government Integrated Education Advisory Council, of which he was nominated a member. He prepared the draft for the State Policy for Higher Education. A true environmentalist and conservationist he was given the responsibility of the Secretary of the Committee for the Conservation of the Archiepiscopal Palace (oldest Western Civil building in India). It secured the UNESCO Asia Pacific Award for Conservation. He resigned voluntarily as the Principal of St. Xavier’s College Mapusa. This unfortunate happening has affected adversely the cause of education, not only in St. Xavier’s but in the whole state of Goa. The man who can produce results has no difficulties in getting suitable assignments in this competitive world. Being very popular among the educationist in the country, he was flooded with offers in numerous educational institutions in the country. He was appointed Dean, Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education, SHIATS -DU, Allahabad. Subsequently he was given more responsibilities such as Director, Directorate of Distance Education, SHIATS-DU, Allahabad, Director, Directorate of Professional and Lifelong Education , SHIATS-DU, etc., etc. Prof. Newman Fernandes is a prolific writer and a thinker too. He has written and published several books and articles on various issues. He has presented numerous papers on important national and global issues in national and international seminars. He is an excellent organizer and has organized and conducted over 60 International, National
[Goanet] Prof. Newman to be Felicitated
*Press Release * *For favour of Publication* *Prof. Newman to be Felicitated* Prof: Newman Fernandes, former Principal of Rosary College Navelim and St. Xaviers College, Mapusa will be felicitated on his 60th birthday in a special function on 11th March 2010 at Auditorium 1, Marquinez Palace, near INOX, Panjim Goa. Hon. Chief Minister of Goa Shri. Digamber Kamat will be the Chief Guest on the occasion. His Grace Rev. Dr. Raul Gonsalves, Archbishop Emeritus and Prof. (Dr) D. Deobagkar, Vice Chancelor of Goa University will grace the occasion. Prof: Newman Fernandes’s contribution to education in Goa is noteworthy. Some of his achievements are: He started a new College, Rosary College of Commerce Arts in Navelim, for the Archdiocese of Goa Daman. In fact he was its Founder-Principal. He introduced many new academic disciplines as per the needs of the time thereby helping the students to be well equipped to face new challenges in life. At St. Xaviers College, Mapusa he left no stones unturned to take the college at a higher level not only educationally but in all respects. During his tenure as Principal of St. Xavier's College, Mapusa, Goa, he piloted the project of 'College with Potential for Excellence', and St. Xavier’s College Mapusa was selected as one of the Best 47 Colleges out of 15,000 Colleges in India, in 2004. On the occasion of his Felicitation a book “Streams of Water” – a tribute to Prof: Newman Fernandes - will be released. The book consists of articles written by educationists of national repute besides contributions from educationists from Goa. Prof. Newman Fernandes Felicitation Committee requests all well-wishers of Prof: Newman Fernandes to attend the Felicitation function. *Tomazinho Cardozo* Secretary Prof: Newman Fernandes Felicitation Committee
[Goanet] Lucazinho Ribeiro - Tiatracho Rochnnar
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Happy New Year Twenty-Ten --- Lucazinho Ribeiro - Tiatracho Rochnnar Tomazinho Cardozo Goycho Tiatr Mumboint zolmank ailo mhunttlear aikonk vichitr dista. Punn Konknni bhaxechea mollar - magir tem sahtiya zaum, potrkarita (journalism) zaum, kadambori/kovita zaum, git-songit zaum vo drama zaum hache vixim chodd pavtt survatechim panvllam Mumbointuch suru zaleant. Karan Goykar chodd koruna aplea pottak lagon Mumboint nokri korunk vetale ani thoim tancher koslo koslo na koslo probhav poddon tea tea xetrant tannim survatechim panvllam marlim. Hech porim Goycho tiatr-ui Mumboit suru zalo. Hea nanvlovkik tiatracho rochnnar mhunttlear Lucazinho Ribeiro zannem poilo tiatr boroilo, digdorsit kelo ani Abrilache 17ver, 1982 vorsa Mumboint machier haddlo. 1982/83 vorsa Goychea sorkaran, Goyche Kala Akademy votin, poilech pavtt Tiatr-achim xembor vorsam monoilim. Ponjent boreantli bori ek kariavoll ghoddoun haddli. He somoyear tiatrantlea mhalgoddea tiatristancho bhovman kelo. Tea vellar Tiatrachea itihasa vhoir ek program machier haddlo. Hea program hachi 'script' boroupachi zababdari mhaka dili. Tea khatir tiatracho itihas kholayen xikpachi mhaka sondhi mell'lli. Lucazinho Ribeiro hannem poilo tiatr boroilo mhunn mhaka John Claro hannem Inglez potrancher boroilolea lekhan vorvim koll'llolem. To Assagao ganvcho aslo mhunnonuim mhaka khobor asli. Tea khatir hanv Assagao gelom. Lucazinho Ribeiro hachi konn punn famil asa kai mhunn chovkoxi keli. Mhojea borea noxiban mhaka mhojea eka ixttan Assagao, Sokol vaddeant ek Ribeiro mhunn famil asa ani te familint tiatrist aslo mhunnttat mhunn sanglem. Hanv Assagao Sokol vaddeant gelom ani thoim Lucazinho Ribeiro hachi nat-sun ravta mhunn mhaka koll'llem. Hanv Lucy, Lucazinho-chi nat-sun, hika mell'lom. Tinnemn mhaka zaiti mahiti dili ji mhati Lucy-k tachea sasupain diloli. Tiatracho rochnnar ticho vhoddil asa mhunn kolltoch Lucy ekdom khoxi zalem. Tem umedhin bhorlem ani tannem mhaka Lucazinho Ribeiro hachem moddlolem ghor dakhounk vhelo. Ghor moddlolem punn vontthi asleot. Fuddlean bolkanv asa tache sope asle, 'pillars' asle punn nolle konsllon poddlole. Cholpi vatter thavn bolkavant vochpak 12 te 14 panvdde asle. Lucy mhunnolagli, Mhojo sasupai sangtalo ki Lucazinho hea bolkavant machi kortalo, chedram lavn podd'dde lamboitalo ani aplea vangoddchea bhurgeank gheun kariavolli kortalo. Lucychea sangnnea voilean Lucazinho-k bhurgeach ponnar thavn sonskrutik kariavollincho khub mog aslo mhunn mhaka koll'llem. Mhaka ek tori Lucazinho Ribeiro hachi fottu zai aslo. Tanchea ghorant asa zalear ek kopi dhi mhunn hanvem magnni keli. Tea vellar ami fokot Lucazinho Ribeiro hachem nanv aikolem punn tacho fottu poriant pollounk naslo. Tanchea ghorant ekui fottu na mhunn mhaka Lucy-n sanglem. Lucazinho-chen ghor tor moddon poddlolem. Lucy adim Mumboint ravtalem tea khatir tem mhunno laglem, Mhaka dista Mumboint amche eke pettent Lucazinho Ribeiro hachea mornnachea vorsachea ugddasak Regist chhaplolo to asa so. Hanvem Lucy-k vinonti keli ki to Rejist tannem Mumboi vochon haddcho mhunn. Lucy jem khub umedhir aslem tannem rokddench amchem magnnem svikar kelem. Tem Mumboi ghelem ani Lucazinho hachea mornnachea vorsachea ugddasak chhaplolo rejist mhaka haddun dilo. To rejist azun popriant mhoje lagim asa. Tea rejista vorvim Lucazinho-cho fottu amkam pollounk mell'llo, to koso distalo ani to koso nhestalo tem pollounk mell'llem. Joao Agostinho Fernandes, zaka ami 'Pai Tiatrist' mhunn pachartanv to Lucazinho Ribeiro Tiatrachea mollar poilo man favo zata mhunn sangta. 1943 vorsa jedna Joao Agostinho Fernandes hachea fuddarippona khal Mumboint Tiatrachi 'Golden Jubilee' somorombhli tedna Joao Agostinho Fernandes hannem ek lekh boroilo. Ho lekh 'Ave Maria' hea 28vis Novembr, 1943 disachea ankar chhapon ailo. Joao Agostinho lekh survat kortana oxem mhunntta, Jedna hanvem Tiatrachi 'Golden Jubilee' somorombhpachi zababdari ghetlea tednam tiatr zolmant haddpak poilo man konnank favo zata tem boroun dovorpachem mhojem kortovea asa. Tea uprant to Lucazinho Ribeiro koso Mumboint ailo, eka Italiachea dramatic pongddan 'back stage artiste' mhunn sirvisek ravlo, koso tannem Itilian Bhurgo ho tiatr boroilo ani apleak ani dusreank gheun Abrilacher 17ver, 1892 vorsa machier haddlo tachi bariksanen khobor dita. Anui lekh sompoitamna Joao Agostinho oxemn mhunntta, Dubhavnastana tiatr mollar Lucazinho Ribeiro haka poilo zago favo zata. Hanv taka mhoji tokli bagoitam kiteak to mhojo margdorxok (guide) ani 'Guru' ani takach lagon hanv azun poriant dekhivont tiatr machier haddtam. Joao Agostinho Fernandes hachea hea
[Goanet] Lucazinho Ribeiro - The Creator of Goan Tiatr
--- http://www.GOANET.org --- Happy New Year Twenty-Ten --- Lucazinho Ribeiro - The Creator of Goan Tiatr Tomazinho Cardozo It is surprising to learn that the Goan Tiatr took birth in neighboring Bombay, almost 117 years back i.e. in 1892. A young man called Lucazinho Ribeiro hailing from Sokolwaddo, Assagao in Bardez Taluka can be called the innovator of the Tiatr because he along with Joao Agostinho Fernandes and others staged the first Tiatr performance on the occasion of Easter on 17th April, 1892. The name of the first Tiatr staged was Italian Bhurgo. This Tiatr was written and directed by Lucazinho Ribeiro hence he can be called the creator of the unique form of Konkani drama called Tiatr. There is no documentation at all which gives a clear picture of the staging of the first Tiatr in 1892. It is only in 1943, on the occasion of Golden Jubilee of the Tiatr that Joao Agostinho Fernandes, popularly known as Father of Tiatr, wrote an article, which was published in the issue of 'Ave Maria', a weekly in Konkani in Roman script, dated 28th November, 1943. In the beginning of his article Joao Agostinho Fernandes says, As I have taken the responsibility to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Konkani Tiatr, I feel it is my duty to make all Goans in general and tiatr lovers in particular known who is the first Goan to write ans stage the first Tiatr. In his brief article Mr. Fernandes describes how Lucazinho Ribeiro got a job in an Italian Opera Company and how he wrote the first tiatr 'Italian Bhurgo'. He also in this letter makes a mention of one Caitaninho who also assisted Mr. Rebeiro besides him to stage the First Tiatr in 1892. In the last paragraph of his letter Joao Agostinho Fernandes says Undoubtedly this credit goes to late Mr. Lucazinho Ribeiro on the Tiatr stage. I bow my head to Mr. Ribeiro, who was my guide and teacher and because of his guidance I still continue to present Tiatrs of good values to the Tiatr lovers. This article is the only source, which provides information about the innovation of the Tiatr and the staging of the first Tiatr. The information given in this article is authentic because the letter was written by a person who was directly involved in staging the first Tiatr Italian Bhurgo in 1892. Why did such a dramatic form come into existence? It was because the standard of the then existing dramatic forms 'Zagor' and 'Khell' or 'Fell' deteriorated due to introduction of elements of vulgarity to create fun and cheap entertainment for the audience. This decline of quality in staging Zagor and Khell prevented many people from witnessing these forms of entertainment. Educated people stopped patronizing the Zagor as well as the Khell. Goans were in need of good and qualitative entertainment. During the centenary year of the Tiatr in the year 1992, I visited Assagao in order to find out the roots of Lucazinho Ribeiro. I met Lucazinho Ribeiro's grand daughter-in-law Lucy who showed me the house of Lucazinho Ribeiro, which was all in ruins. Only the balcony existed without the roof over it. One had to climb 12-14 steps to enter the collapsed balcony. She informed me that her father-in-law used to tell her that Lucazinho Ribeiro used to stage small cultural programmes of Konkani songs and skits by converting the balcony of his house into a temporary stage. He used to make use of bed-sheets as curtains. Young Lucazinho Ribeiro migrated to Bombay, as most of the Goans did, in search of a job. During that time Italian dramatic troupes were touring important cities of India such as Bombay, Calcutta, Delhi and Madras to stage Italian Operas. When in India, they used to employ Indians mostly as back stage artistes. Lucazinho Ribeiro, having love for dramatic art, tried his luck to get employment in one of the Italian dramatic troupes. He got a job as a back stage artiste. The troupe was staging the opera called Italian Boy. When the troupe completed its assignments and was to leave India, Lucazinho Ribeiro bought the costumes which were used in the play. This act itself shows Ribeiro's intention of producing a play similar to Italian Boy. Accordingly, based on the same story of Italian Boy he wrote a Teatro in Konkani and called it Italian Bhurgo As there were many different scenes in this Teatro and as it required different stage sets, in order not to waste time, he thought of dropping the curtain and introduced songs and dances in front of the curtain. He felt that it was needed to entertain the audience while the Stage Setting was being done behind the curtain. These songs and dances did not have any relevance to the theme
[Goanet] First Anniversary of Goykar
August 20 - WORLD GOA DAY Celebrating the inclusion of Konkani in the 8th schedule of the Indian Constitution on August 20, 1992 For a list of World Goa Day events see: http://worldgoaday2009.blogspot.com Please publish the below given news item and oblige. Thanks Tomazinho PRESS NOTE FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF GOYKAR Panjim: 20. 08 . 09 First Anniversary issue of the bi-monthly magazine in Konkani in Roman script of “Goykar” edited by Tomazinho Cardozo will be released on 21st August, 2009 at 4.30 p.m. at Instuitute Menezes Braganza’s Art Gallery Hall at Panjim by Mr. Menino Peres, Director of Information Publicity. President of Dalgado Konknni Akademy Mr. Premanand Lotlikar and the President of Goa Konknni Akademy Mr. N. Shivdas will be the Guests of Honour. During this year, besides usual writers in Konkani in Roman script ‘Goykar’ attracted 29 new young writers who contributed their writings such as essays, short stories, poems, etc regularly. Out of these 29 young writers, ten will be felicitated on the occasion of first Anniversary. These young writers in Konkani in Roman scripts are: Selza Lopes, Esmeralda Fernandes, Romano Rodrigues, Jocelyn Misquita, Vailankani Hazel Belem, Merlyn Rosaria Fernandes, Watson Rodrigues, Roselyn Luis, Sonia Rivonkar and Venisha Fernandes. All Konkani lovers are requested to attend the function. Tomazinho Cardozo Editor - Goykar
[Goanet] Condolence Meet - Press Note
Tomazinho Cardozo President Tiatr Academy of Goa Panjim, Goa. Date: 05 . 06 . 09 Dear Editor Please publish the below given Press Note. We thank you in advance Tomazinho PRESS NOTE Condolence Meeting Tiatr Academy of Goa has organized a condolence meeting to pay homage to late Shri. M. Boyer – the doyen of Konkani stage who expired recently. The meet will be held on Tuesday, the 9th June, 2009 at 5.00 p.m at the Conference Hall of Ravindra Bhavan, Margao. Goans in general and all tiatr artistes, tiatr lovers and fans of late Shri. M. Boyer in particular are requested to attend the Condolence meeting. Those who would like to speak on the occasion are requested to contact Shri. Anil Kumar, Executive member of Tiatr Academy, Goa on phone number 9822160384 well in advance. Tomazinho Cardozo President Tiatr Academy, Goa
