Mangalore: Max Channel, Charu and Mandira Bedi Bring Gully Cricket to City

by Richie Lasrado, Daijiworld.com, Mangalore - Pics Dayanand Kukkaje

Mangalore. Sep 15: The Gully Cricket brought to the city by Max TV channel, with anchors Charu Sharma and Mandira Bedi heading the show, provided a heady dose of diversion and entertainment for the young crowd on Friday, September 15 afternoon.

Two sessions of Gully Cricket played on the Women's Polytechnic Ground in Bondel and MV Shetty College in Gandhinagar, Kavoor provided a full-throat chance for young students of either institutions and others to play no-holds-barred cricket with Charu and Mandira. There were no rules, no boundary lines, no TV replay, no Third Umpire - nothing of the sort. Perhaps it was enjoyed at a higher degree than what is watched on the idiot box.

While the first batch of mostly local girls at the polytechnic were a shy, staid lot, the one at MV Shetty were made up of girls mostly from northern India. They threw all timidity to the winds and faced up to the volleys from Charu and Mandira with guts and abandon. Boundaries were hit all over.

When Charu came in to bat, it was raining sixers and at least half a dozen balls were sent over a building opposite the ground, obviously rendering them write-off material. They could not be retrieved.

At both the venues, Charu Sharma and Mandira Bedi were mobbed by youngsters to be photographed with them and for autograph-hunting.

Speaking to Daijiworld, both of them said they were simply moved by the response and enthusiasm and Mandira had a special word for the discipline in the crowd in spite of their being overzealous.

Later on, the star attractions paid a visit to the Reliance Web World, the local facilitators of the event, who were assisted by Shads in event management.

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Mangalore, Sep 15: MAX, the premium movies and special events channel is back with another season of the real thing - Gully Cricket.

Max's Gully Cricket is making a stopover in the city after its very successful Nagpur and Kolkata visits. The southern port city, which was developed as a business and commercial centre, still retains its old world charm and is a reminder of the good times in life. The Max team consisting of business head Albert Almeida, Monika Bhattacharrya, cricket anchors Charu Sharma and Mandira Bedi said they were happy to visit Mangalore, a city that hosts a summer camp for budding cricket enthusiasts every year.

Mandira Bedi, Charu Sharma and Albert Almeida

The addressed a press conference in Hotel Taj Manjarun on Friday afternoon.

On Friday, September 15, two rounds of Gully cricket in Mangalore in the following two venues"

Charu Sharma and Mandira Bedi

Venue 1 - WPT College, Bondel, Mangalore between 2.30 and 3.30 pm.

Venue 2 - MV Shetty College, Kavoor, Mangalore between 5 and 6 pm.

Charu Sharma

"So it’s that time of the year when 'Bachake Rakho' is the buzz word. Bachao your window panes, car widescreens, and all else that is dear to you. It's that time of the year again when bricks become stumps, shopkeepers become wicketkeepers and balconies become galleries. MAX invites one and all to come out and play cricket in the gullies of Mangalore. Even if you do not play, you must be there to cheer the players on," said the organizers.

They are here to take cricket fever to the niegbourhoods and by lanes of the city.

Mandira Bedi

Commenting on the return of the innovative MAX initiative, Albert Almeida, business head, said, "Cricket is not only for the select few rolling their arms and swinging their bats in the parks and fields. It is our national passion and there's no greater fun than playing the game on the streets. And with our MAX icons for company, I am sure Gully Cricket will make everyone go deewana all over again."

Speaking on the concept, Mandira said, "Haven't we all grown up playing cricket on the streets? Didn’t we all have our special rules of catching and bowling? I am glad that MAX has again given me the opportunity to be able to go out and play cricket with all of you. And by all of you, I mean the lovely women too who have shown in the previous years that they can be quite a handful on the cricket pitch. Come, let's show the men again that the streets belong to us!"

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New Delhi: Real estate price correction begins in India

Press Trust Of India Posted Thursday , September 14, 2006 at 16:51 ESTATE PRICE: Prices of residential space in Tier I cities have gone up rapidly during last 1 year. New Delhi: The Indian real estate market is likely to witness a 15-20 per cent drop in prices of residential space in Tier I cities over next one year where the prices have gone up rapidly during last 12 months, according to industry experts. "We expect that there will be a price correction of 15-20 per cent in the residential segments in over-heated markets like metros during next 12 months," Ernst and Young- Head real estate practice Ganesh Raj said at Indo-US Economic summit. “Price correction has already started in Noida in certain pockets,” he said. "After a certain price level, it will be a buyers market and developers will have to cut their prices," Raj adds. Hines Real Estate Managing Director Daniel MacEachron said price correction was expected in the land prices in the major markets (Tier I) over the next 12-18 months, which would lead to fall in the real estate prices in the housing sector. "The rising home loan rates would also lead to correction in the prices in residential segment," MacEachron said. DLF Ltd Advisor J K Chandra said some sort of correction has happened or would happen where the prices have gone up disproportionately. However, Chandra added that going forward the rate of increase in the real estate prices would not be as high as it has happened in the past 12-18 months. Later speaking on the sidelines, Chandra, who is also a Director of DLF Laing O'Rourke, a 50:50 joint venture between DLF and UK-based Laing O'Rourke, said that the JV has already started its operation with the company taking up five projects in Noida, Gurgaon and Bangalore.

Mangalore: Bajpe Boy Lanish Pinto’s Passion is Numbers

By Viju Mangalore - Daijiworld.com Mangalore

September 12, 2006 Mangalore: What is the sum of 52+45-52+54-33+18? Ten-year-old Lanish Pinto solves this problem within a wink of the eye. It is this developed skill that made him a mathematical genius who won the State-level Abacus and Arithmetic competition held in Bangalore. A student of V std of Morning Star, Bajpe, Lanish is the only child of Lionel and Shanthi competed with 50 calculations in five minutes. More than 1,000 students participated in the various competitions conducted at the State-level on Aug 15 in Vijayanagara, Bangalore. Lanish who participated in the 1 level C Category won the first prize beating around 400 children from various parts of the state. Speaking to Daijiworld, he said that in the first level he had to solve calculations with 2 digit numbers. However, he plans to perform better in the 3 level which will be in 3 digits. It was John and Priya Tauro, who introduced young Lanish to the world of fast calculations through Aloha Learning Centre, Bajpe. However in a short span of time, this young lad grasped the knack of solving fire breathing monsters in the shape of digits. “Once at Aloha training, we saw him improve in his calculation abilities and have also noticed his sharpness and quickness. But what amazed us most was the speed at which he calculates,” said his mother Santhi. Lanish is one among the two who attend the Aloha classes from his school. His ability has even stunned his teachers and his classmates. “His teachers told us that when students begin counting using their hands, Lanish already has the answer,” revealed Santhi. But for growing Lanish, the skill is just a result of his hard work and constant practice and not something acquired by fluke. His eyes are now on the nationals which are likely to be held in Gujarath. Lanish aims at becoming an engineer! Recognizing his achievement the Catholic Board of Education honoured him during the Teachers’ Day celebration held recently.

Joseph Periera - A Prominent Pakistani of Mangalorean Origin

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September 12, 2006 Karachi: Members of the Mangalorean Catholic community "may now be found all over the world - from Norway in the north to Chile in the southwest and New Zealand in the southeast. There are Mangaloreans in virtually every country in Europe and in virtually every state of the United States. There are Mangaloreans in unusual and exotic locations like Korea, the Bahamas and Papua New Guinea. What binds these diverse and far-flung members of the Mangalorean community is that they commonly descend from a small group of families who returned to their homeland in 1799" from captivity in Srirangapatna (Seringapatam in colonial records), writes Dr Michael Lobo, the genealogist extraordinaire, in the blurb of his book, "Mangaloreans Worldwide" (Camelot Publishers, 1999, ISBN 81-87609-00-1). For those Mangaloreans worldwide who have not yet laid their hands on Dr Lobo's books, it will be a surprise to learn that there are many fellow-Mangaloreans residing in Pakistan too. For a few, it may not be a surprise because some of their relatives are already settled there prior to the Partition. But it was really interesting news for all of us when we came to know that a few Mangalorean catholic families reside in Pakistan. Daijiworld found a prominent Pakistani of Mangalorean origin, Joseph (Joe) Pereira, who was born in 1940 and did his initial schooling in Bendur, Mangalore, while his parents lived and studied in Mangalore. Joseph's grandfather, Joseph Rosario Pereira, was the postmaster at Kadri Post Office during the period that his father, Piedade Victor Pereira, was a student at Bendur School and St Aloysius College in the 1920s. "I did my first year of schooling in 1945 at the Bendur School and the next year at St Agnes, which was the year a tiger decided to visit our class room the previous night.." recalled Joseph nostalgically, while speaking to Daijiworld. "We lived nearby until 1948 in the property which was later occupied by J S D'Souza & Sons, after we moved to Karachi." "My maternal grandfather, Robert Charles Aranha, owned and operated a clearing and forwarding agency from Ballard Estate in Mumbai, but lived in the Catholic surrounds of Bandra around Pali very close to St Anne's Church and the Western Railway residences. When we moved to Karachi by steamer from Mumbai, we were at 44 Pali Mala Road. My uncle Michael Aranha was an Inspector attached to the Mahim Police Station at that time," further recalls Joseph. "My father was a branch manager with Canara Bank in Madurai in 1947 while we stayed in Mangalore. There was a branch of Canara Bank in Karachi to which he was transferred and he stayed on after Independence and joined the Habib Bank. The family joined him in February 1948," says Joseph, while asked what could be the motivation to migrate to Pakistan. In Pakistan, the present Catholic Archbishop of Lahore, Larry Saldanha, is a third cousin of Joseph. Sixtyfive-year-old Joseph, though settled in Karachi, visits Dhaka in Bangladesh frequently. His association with Dhaka is since 1954 when his late father, a banker, was posted to Dhaka from Karachi. A sister now lives in Dhaka, while his mother passed away in Dhaka in January, 2004. Another sister of his lives in Karachi and a brother in New Jersey, USA. Joseph did his higher education at St Gregory's Notre Dame, in the Physics Department at the Dhaka University and IBA, Karachi. He retired five years ago as executive director, State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan, Karachi, which was a highly coveted post. Joseph is married to Elizabeth nee Souza 'Shet' and they have two sons and three grandchildren. There are limited number of Catholics in Pakistan, according to him. There are many from Goa, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Bengal, etc, aggregating to about 20,000. "Mangalore has a smaller share, not more than three figures," says Joseph. Incidentally, Dr Lobo has identified the presence of Kadri D'Cunhas in Islamabad, Gazni Aranhas, Falnir Aranhas, Taccode Colacos, Puttur Goveases, Falnir Lobos, Bondel Menezeses, Balmatta Paises and others in Karachi, a Omzoor-Mayadi Saldanha priest and Cordel Souza Shets in Lahore, a D'Souza nun in Multan and Kadri Mirandas in Rawalpindi, among others. Who knows, more may come to light after the news spreads with this publication.

Mangalore: Air India Express Awaits Approval of Flight Schedule

Raviprasad Kamila / The Hindu Mangalore, Sep 13: Air India Express, the low cost airline of Air India, which is to start a service between Mangalore and Dubai from October 2, has sent a three-phase schedule (timings) of the proposed service to the Airports Authority of India (AAI). But the Director General of Civil Aviation is yet to approve the schedule, according to sources in Air India. The airline would operate its service between the two destinations thrice a week, on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. Schedule According to the schedule, the first flight from Dubai will arrive here at 6 pm and depart to Dubai at 9 pm. These timings will be in force till October 28. The flight will arrive at 6.15 pm and depart at 9 pm from October 30 to December 23. In the third phase, from December 25 till February 2007 the flight will arrive at 9.15 pm. and depart at 1 am. However, the confirmation of the timings will depend on the approval from the Director General of Civil Aviation. Air India Express has already set up its check-in counter at the Bajpe (Mangalore) airport. This flight service is expected to benefit a number of non-resident Indians in West Asia having their roots in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada.

Mangalore: Barke Cops Arrest Fake Breast Cancer Doctor in City

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Mangalore Sep 13: The Barke police has arrested a quark who was operating in the city. On Monday, Sep 11, the fake doctor who has been found conducting free test for breast cancer for college students was held.

Sharath Kumar (58), a resident of Jyothi Nagar in Kavoor has been visiting the colleges of the city and conducting free tests for breast cancer. On Sep 8, he and his assistant Sunita had visited Canara P U College with similar interests. The fake doctor had collected Rs 25 from each student towards his mission to bring about awareness on breast cancer. The principal K Gopal Nair who suspected him to be true informed the police. However, the police had to return empty handed as Kumar had left the campus before their arrival.

On Monday evening, he was arrested. A total sum of Rs 19,300 and documents were obtained from him.

Mangalore: 'Country's Fingerprint Standard in Par with Best in World' - Expert

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (SS) Mangalore, Sep 12: A talk on the role of fingerprints in crime detection management was organized by the Mangalore Management Association (MMA), in association with SDM College of Business Management, at SDM College on Monday September 11. Speaking on the occasion police inspector Harishchandra Hejmady, CID fingerprint unit, said that the country’s finger print standard is on the same level with that of American and European standard. In 2002, the Karnataka police had been given software worth Rs 2 crore. The present day’s automatic fingerprint investigation system is more precise than compared to that of manual screening done earlier. The government will soon be having the data base of all the fingerprints of all the people in the country, he added. Dr Devraj K, president, MMA, added that many industries are already practicing using fingerprints as attendance marks. Shekhar Poojary, vice – president, MMA, T G Shenoy, secretary and Sunith Karkada, president, SDM-CBM students’ council, were also present at the meet.

Bangalore: ‘Call Centre Killings’ - Latest Threat to Women

DHNS Bangalore, Sep 12: Stating that a woman had always been looked down upon by her counterpart, Geetha Nagabhushana, President, Karnataka Sahitya Academy, said that even many mythological references to a woman was unbecoming. Addressing the gathering during the ‘Contemporary Kannada Literature and Feminism’, organised by the Acharya Pathashala College of Arts and Science, recently, she said that women were not only branded as the inferior sex, but atrocities like sexual harassment and the like were on a rise. She said that ‘Call-centre killing’ was the latest attack on women, where a woman was being exploited because of her vulnerability. She also said that it was a shame that the government had not looked into the matter of increasing female foeticide, and added that the effects of imbalance in the male-female ratio was already showing in states like Punjab and Haryana.

Mangalore: Public Oppose Proposed Hike in Power Charges

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Mangalore, Sep 12: The members of various organizations, farmers and customers' organizations and general public have strongly opposed any hike power tariff. On the other hand they have demanded MESCOM to introduce and adopt new measures to make their service effective.

The people, who gathered at a public meet organized by Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Board (KERC) on Monday, expressed their opinion in the presence of KERC chairman K P Pande, members H S Subrahmanya and S D Ukkali.

MLA N Yogish Bhat who was present at the meet suggested for controlling the distribution loss which would help also in keeping the tariff in check. He also appealed Mescom to provide incentives for paying the bill promptly.

Meanwhile Mescom managing director S Sumanth said that Mescom tops in collection of bills and reduction in the distribution loss in the entire state.

Puttur: Hosmath Bridge Tragedy - At Last Sandeep's Body Found

Daijiworld News Network - Puttur (GA) Puttur, Sep 12: At last after 27 days of Hosmath Bridge tragedy, the body of the fourth victim Sandeep was found in a decomposed state at Kemmata-Kootelu on Monday September 11 afternoon. Kemmata-Kootelu is 2 kilometres away from Nadoli where the remaining 4 bodies including that of Shridha, a college girl who had committed suicide were found. Sandeep's body was nothing but a skeleton and was identified on the basis of black T-shirt and blue jeans which he was wearing on the day of the tragedy. Sandeep's mother identified his body. As reported earlier, all the search operations had been called off after 15 days of the tragedy during which only two bodies lorry driver Manjunath and cleaner Umesh were found. The local divers who had taken a lot of interest and put in hard work in tracing these bodies with the help and guidance of Kadaba SI Nandakumar had given up the search operations gradually. But all the operations were resumed on Thursday September 7 after, Shridha, a student of Ramakunjeshwar College had jumped into the river. It was when the locals and the police resumed their search operations. Their efforts paid when they first found Suresh's body after which they also found Shridha's body. This led them to continue their search during which they found Sandeep’s body on Monday. With this, the administration too has breathed a sigh of relief since it is much easier for them to hand over the compensation to the families.

Udupi: MAHE to Implement Green Light Project to Tackle Electricity Problem

Daijiworld News Network – Udupi (AF) Udupi, Sep 11: To tackle the problem of electricity in the SC and ST colony of Bangle Gudde in Aroor Kurudunje village of Kunjal Panchayat here, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) will implement the Green Light Project in this colony. According to a press release, MAHE will introduce the project through its Manipal Institute of Technology in association with Kunjal Panchayat and Selco Solar Light Private Limited. There are about 10 to 12 houses in the colony which are devoid of electricity and who work as labourers, the press release stated. Under this project, solar lighting systems will be provided in these houses. The project will be inaugurated at Kunjal Panchayat on Wednesday September 13 at 3 pm.

Mangalore: Kadri Shri Krishna Janmashthami to be held on Sept 15

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (VM) Mangalore, Sep 12: The Kadri Shri Krishna Janmashthami Samiti will organizing various programmes at Kadri temple premises on Sep 14 and 15 on the eve of Krishna Janmashthami. The 37 mosaru Kudike will be held on Thursday and Friday. The idol of Lord Krishna will be taken out in a procession from Gopalakrishna Math to Kadri temple in the evening which will be accompanied by tableaux and performance by artistes. Briefing the press on the same vice president of the committee Sukhakar Rao Pejavar said that the religious ceremonies will be presided over by Kadri Temple Administrator A J Shetty. Minister in-charge for DK district Nagaraj Shetty and District Kannada Sahitya Parishat President Pradeep Kalkura will take part in the programme. Artist Krishna Gopal Shet will be felicitated on the occasion.

Karkala: Police Nab Sandalwood Traders

Daijiworld News Network – Udupi/ Karkala (VM) Karkala, Sep 12: The Karkala town police on Sep 10 caught sandalwood smugglers who were plying on a bike from Ajekar. On Sep 10 at 2 pm the police received credible information on transportation of sandalwood. The sleuths led by PSI Ujjinappa signaled one motor cycle plying from Ajekar towards Karkala to stop at Banglegudde main road. The rider stopped the motor cycle and hurled off plastic bags away from the bike and tried to escape. Both the rider and pillion rider were caught as sandalwood was found in the plastic bags. The bike rider has been identified as Kasim, son of Abdul Khader, Ajekar, Marne village, Karkala. A total of 7.75 kgs of sandalwood worth Rs 7,750 was obtained from them.

Mangalore: MCF Gives Rs 4 Crore for Vented Dam

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Mangalore, Sep 12: The Mangalore Chemicals and Fertilisers Limited (MCF) contributed Rs 4 crore to the Mangalore City Corporation's second vented dam fund.

Prabhakar Rao, vice-president (production), MCF, handed over the cheque to Mayor K Ashraf at a function held in the council hall.

Ashraf said this was a historic moment for the corporation as it was now possible to raise funds from companies for the development of the city.

He said this was a vital contribution towards the dam to be built across the Netravati at Thumbe near Mangalore at an estimated cost of Rs 40 crore. He said MCF had promised to pay Rs 4 crore to the corporation as an "advance water tax" that would be adjusted towards water bills payable by the MCF.

Under the urban development programme, funded by the Asian Development Bank, the city already had 800 km pipeline that would have to be charged with water.

But the old dam and pumping system at Thumbe did not have the capacity for that task, he said.

He had requested the Deputy Chief Minister to release Rs 30 crore towards the vented dam provided the corporation could pay Rs 10 crore as its contribution.

He said the dam should be ready to supply water from the next rainy season.

Mangalore: Alleged Conversion - Miscreants Ransack House at Moodshedde

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Mangalore, Sep 11: Activists of some local organization stormed into a house at Moodshedde near here and created mayhem on Sunday September 10 afternoon.

Sources said that there was some religious programme going on in the house. As a part of this programme, a prayer session was going on, when the miscreants stormed into the house under the pretext of conversion and ransacked.

However, they did not find anything to support their charges of conversion. The Kavoor police, who came to the place later, took control of the situation and resolved the matter amicably.

Udupi: Government Restricts Use of Sub-names 'National', 'Indian' by Private Sector

Daijiworld News Network - Udupi (GA) Udupi, Sep 11: The Human Resource secretariat of the union government has asked the private sector not to use terms such as "National", "Indian", "National Institute" and "Indian Institute" while naming their firms, institutes etc. The secretariat has said that, firms or institutes with these sub-names mean that, they are being either promoted by the government or that they have a government share in their establishment. "Hence, all these private firms, institutes or companies should change their names and remove above mentioned sub-names from their name boards. Even if their registered, their registration should be cancelled," a press release said. Accordingly the secretariat has asked department of public instructions to take action in this regard. But one has to wait and see as what solution would be sought in case of well-known institutes such as IIMs, IITs, or even Little Rock Indian School of Brahmavar and National College of Bangalore etc. It is quite evident that HR secretariat has stirred a hornet's nest in this regard.

Udupi: Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin Paid Tribute at Malpe Beach

Daijiworld News Network – Udupi (AF) Udupi, Sep 11: The famous 'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin who passed away recently in a tragic underwater accident, has fans across the world, including in this coastal district. On Sunday September 10, artists Srinath, Venkataramana Kamath, Ravi Hirabettu, Lokesh, Purandara and Manjunath Nayak sculpted a sand crocodile at Malpe beach here to pay tribute to Irwin. The crocodile, measuring 25 feet in length and 2.5 feet from the ground, was accompanied by digital photographs of Irvin beside it. Colour spray was used on the sculpture to make it look attractive. A big crowd of people gathered from around the city to have a look at this innovative tribute.

Karkala: Person Dies in Lightning Strike at Kallotte

Daijiworld News Network - Karkala (GA) Karkala, Sep 11: A middle-aged person from Kallotte near here died of lightning strike on Sunday September 10 evening. However, his brother who was with him has miraculously escaped from the tragedy without any injuries. Gopal Acharya (45) was conducting the rites of obsequies of his family members when lightning struck him down. His brother Sadashiva Acharya who was with him, however, had a miraculous escape. Gopal Acharya was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. But it was of no use, as he died in the hospital later. He is survived with wife who is on her family way and 3-year-old daughter.

Udupi: Man Slips from Train, Dies

The Hindu Udupi, Sep 11: A railway employee died when he slipped and fell from a goods train at Bellur in Kundapur taluk under the Kota police station limits on Sunday. The police said the goods train was proceeding from Udupi to Kundapur, when Raghavendra fell from the train. The victim was rushed to the KMC Hospital in Manipal, where he died, the police said.

Mangalore: Jewel House Inaugurated in City

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Mangalore, Sep 10: 'Jewel House' the new jewellery showroom was inaugurated by Mangalore Mayor K Ashraf on Sunday, September 10. The star attraction of the event was the brand ambassador of the firm, model Aakanksha who has been Miss India Middle East 2002 and Miss India Beautiful Eyes 2005.

The chief guests included Mangalore MLA N Yogish Bhat, district Congress Committee president Ivan D'Souza, Arish Fisheries, Panjim, Goa Haji Bava Ahmed, Azad Hardware, Bunder Mansoor Ahmed and Megha Jewelers proprietor Rajendra.

The showroom situated in Rajendra palace, opposite Kala Niketan, Hampankatte has a striking range of jewellery with both traditional and contemporary Indian gold ornaments from Rajkot, Bengal, Hyderabad, Karwar, Kerala and Kolkatta.

Partners of the firm Majeed, Saleem and Naushad were also present at the function.

Bangalore Apartment Prices Hit the Roof – TV Report

NDTV Report Bangalore, Sep 10: The central district in Bangalore is probably one of the most expensive properties in the entire country. Seventeen, Rajbhavan Road is the only residential complex, apart from the governor's house on the Rajbhavan road in Bangalore. Mantri Alitus is everybody's dream home. Imagine waking up every morning, walking out to your balcony and getting this beautiful view of the city of Bangalore. But owning these bungalows in the sky is not that easy. You don't only have to be really rich; you also have to be extremely lucky to get chosen to own this property "This property was designed only for high class people, on invitation only. We called the people. We made a selection so that we could have like-minded families with us," said Snehal Mantri, Director, Marketing, Mantri Builders. Luxuries galore A 17-floor building with each floor housing just one apartment of about 5,600 sq ft each, every house give you a panoramic view of the city of Bangalore. "Amenities-wise, we have taken care and pampered our owners. They have the luxury of 11,000 sq feet of clubhouse, which is being designed on seven-star hotel standards. "From the main lobby to the swimming pool to the club house, the sauna, jacuzzi and billiards, all the luxuries they want they will get," said Mantri. While the first flat was sold for Rs 3 crore, you can now only own one of these apartments for a whopping Rs 12 crore, and guess what, it's already all sold out!

SEZ will open up Ample Opportunities to Mangalore: Pai

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Mangalore, Sep 10: A highly educated region producing qualified human resource is what holds Coastal Karnataka better equipped to meet the streams of opportunities offered by the Special Economic Zone that will be soon established in the region. This hope was given by Chief Operating Officer of the Mangalore SEZ A G Pai.

He was speaking at the seminar, "Samvada", on the Coastal Special Economic Zone (CSEZ) organised by the Organisation for Managerial and Entrepreneurial Guidance and Assistance (OMEGA) of the T A Pai Management Institute here on Sep 9.

The region is ideal for mega projects, however wise use of resources must be ensured, he said.

Problems like scarcity of water, proper sanitation etc must be attended to quiet early, he emphasized.

Experts including Development Commissioner of the Kochi SEZ C J Mathew, president of the Kanara Chamber of Commerce and Industry A Srinivasa Rao and Secretary Economics and International Trade of Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry Prasanna Srinivasan participated in the panel discussion.

Mangalore: Chartered Accountants Permitted to Practise in Consultancy Firms

Jaideep Shenoy / The Hindu * The central council of ICAI has taken a decision to this effect * They can hold executive positions in such companies * Suitable logo to be found for the profession by October Mangalore, Sep 10: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has permitted chartered accountants to practise and hold executive positions in companies that are exclusively into consultancy services. Till now, chartered accountants were allowed to practise only as proprietors or in a partnership firm and could not become managing or executive directors of the company. President of the ICAI T N Manoharan told said that the central council of the institute had taken a decision to this effect. Earlier, chartered accountants could not become managing directors or executive directors of companies nor take an active role in the day-to-day running of the company. Members had to take special permission in such a scenario, he said. However, in the changed situation, where others were rendering consultancy through corporate bodies, the institute felt this constraint would put chartered accountants at a disadvantage. Members would now have access to a larger pool of human resources and could undertake more work, he said. However, such companies should undertake only consultancy services and not enter into any other business or work, he clarified. Chartered accountants, who are permitted by the CA Act to render consultancy services, can hold positions in such corporate firms and become executive or managing director and even practise in the firms. They can also train students for articleship and guide them academically, he added. On the brand-building initiative, Manoharan said the central council was expected to take a decision on a suitable logo for the profession by October. The National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, had submitted six entries, including three more on request, he said. "We have received many suggestions and entries from members following publication in the Institute's journal of our intent to come out with a logo for the profession," he said.

Mangalore-Kadri Kambla: Theft of Goods Worth Rs 20,000 from Pharma Firm

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (MB) Mangalore, Sep 10: Miscreants broke into the first floor premises of G K Pharmaceutical Distributors on Kadri Kambla Road here on Friday night. LCD monitor, keboard and Rs 9,000, total of value Rs 20,000 are reported to have been taken away by the thieves. The owner, Ganesh Kamath, detected the theft when he arrived in the office on Saturday morning. A case has been registered with the Kadri police station.

Mangalore: Car Carrying Pilgrims Gutted at Panambur - No Casualties

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Mangalore, Sep 9: A car carrying pilgrims to Sri Mookambika Temple at Kollur near Kundapur was burnt owing to sudden fire at Panambur circle near here on Friday September 8.

A family from Kerala was travelling on the car to Kollur. As car reached Panambur, the car driver noticed some smoke emanating from the engine. He immediately stopped the car and opened the bonnet. At this point he noticed fire in the engine.

The person inside the car came out and went a bit far from the car. A message was passed on to police as well as to fire brigade. But by the time they arrive, the car had been charred.

Though reasons for this sudden fire are not known, it is said that short circuit might have resulted fire. The Panambur police have registered a case in this regard.

Pak’s first Miss Bikini breaks all barriers

Bharti Dubey [ 8 Sep, 2006 0200hrs IST TIMES NEWS NETWORK ] Mariyah Moten, a 22-year-old US-based Pakistani, is being billed as “Pakistan’s first Miss Bikini”. This after she won the title of Best in Media Category at the Miss Bikini Universe 2006 pageant in China on August 26. In an email interview with TOI , Mariyah talks about the ‘amusing’ hardliners who make ’some noise’, but can’t really do anything to prevent people from projecting Pakistan as a “moderate place”. Talking about actress Meera, she says that while her kiss in a Bollywood movie may have kicked up a fuss, it has actually made the Pakistani star quite popular in her home country, which has also taken part in other beauty pageants. Yet, the fiesty woman says she wants to return to Pakistan and try her luck in Lollywood. Q. How do you react to being called Pakistan’s first Miss Bikini? A. I have broken all barriers, and in the coming years there will be other Pakistani contestants, who will carry this title. My intention was to project Pakistan is a very modern way. Q. Pakistan has never had a beauty pageant. How do you think people back home have reacted to you parading in a bikini? A. Actually, Pakistan has participated in several beauty pageants. All the information on Pakistan’s participation is on www.misspakistanworld.com . Hardliners are basically people who try to impose their thoughts on others. We are not affected by people like them. We believe Pakistan is a country that is made up of moderate Muslims like myself. And yes, some people may not like the idea of a Pakistani girl in a bikini, but alas, we have done it and there is no way they can change anything about it. Q. Pakistani actress Meera had to face the wrath of conservatives in Pakistan after she wore skimpy clothes and did a kissing scene in a Hindi film. A. See, fundamentalists are everywhere. Even when the Miss World pageant took place in India, there were fundamentalists as well as feminists stalling it. Meera is doing very well, she is now more in demand, and has more people lining up to see her in Pakistan. She is very happy where she is, and conservatives could do nothing to her. This is simply noise made by people who have nothing better to do… it’s actually amusing how they are always so ready to react. Q. Would you be interested in acting in movies, especially Hindi films? A. Well, I would like to complete my education first (she is a management student). I am getting a lot of offers from Lollywood, and I may go to Pakistan this year to check these out. I am not sure how well it will go, but at the moment acting interests me. Q. What do you intend to do now? A. As I said before, my main aim is to project Pakistan to the world as a moderate place. I have succeeded in educating many girls who compete in these pageants about Pakistan, and cleared a lot of doubts people have about the country. I will do this in the coming year as well.

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Mangalore: CM's Remarks on Madrassas - Muslim Organisations Demand Resignation

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) - pics - Satish Ira

Mangalore, Sep 9: In a massive protest against chief minister Kumaraswamy, various Muslim organisations here took to the streets on Friday September 8, demanding an unconditional apology from the CM for his remarks that madrassas encourage terrorism.

The protest rally, organised by the Karnataka Forum Dignity, began at Jyothi Circle and terminated at the deputy commissioner's office. More than 5,000 people from all over the district joined the rally demanding CM's resignation along with the apology for having hurt the sentiments of the Muslim community.

Sunni Yuva Jana Sangha, New Age India Forum, Jamat-ul-Falah, Jamat-ul-Ulama and Central Muslim committee also participated in the protest.

Traffic was disrupted for a couple of hours in the heart of the city.

Mangalore: Tulu Movie 'Kadala Mage' Formally Released at Function at Woodlands

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (MB) - Pics Dayanand Kukkaje

Mangalore, Sep 8: The new Tulu movie, 'Kadala Mage', was formally released at a function held in Hotel Woodlands here on Friday, September 8 morning.

Views of the dais

Shri Devanand Swamiji of Odiyoor, leading lady of the movie Sarita Jain, promoter of the movie and district minister-in-charge B Nagaraj Shetty, MP Manorama Madhwaraj, MLAs N Yogish Bhat and Padmanabha Kottari, IGP western range Satyanarayana Rao, Kateel temple trustee Asranna, MLC Capt Ganesh Karnik, Kannada Sahitya Parishat's DK president Pradeep Kumar Kalkura, businessman A J Shetty and others were present on the occasion.

Dayanand Kukkaje does a close study of a photogenic face

The movie is based on the lives of the fishermen's community of the western coast. Their hard work, integrity and self-respect and other similar values have been highlighted in the movie.

Coming at a time when there has been a drought of Tulu movies, 'Kadala Mage' is expected to hit on well with the viewers.

Mangalore: Blasts in Malegaon - Security Beefed up in District

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) Mangalore, Sep 9: Security has been beefed up in the district following blasts at Malegaon in Maharashtra that killed more 37 and injured several others on Friday September 8. Security has also been tightened along the coastal areas. Dakshina Kannada SP B Dayananda said that police are alerted and special arrangements have been made in tightening the security. Inter-state buses, trains are under scanner and checked. Sniffer dogs and bomb detection squads are pressed into action. Passengers' luggage too is checked as part of intensified security measures. Extra police force has been deployed in sensitive areas to meet any unwanted situation.

Kundapur: Two Die in Late Night Accident at Naikankatte

Daijiworld News Network - Kundapur (GA) Kundapur, Sep 9: In another ghastly accident at Naikankatte near Byndoor here, two persons were killed on the spot in the late hours of Friday September 8. The reports also stated that one more person has sustained critical injuries and is admitted to the hospital. The accident occurred when a mobike went and rammed into a manganese ore lorry at Naikankatte. It is said that the lorry driver applied breaks to lorry suddenly after seeing a stationary lorry at the last minute. However, the mobike which was just behind the manganese ore lorry went and rammed into it. It is said that there were 3 persons in the mobike. Out of the deceased, one has been identified as Harish Poojary (30), son of Manju Poojary of Byndoor. Harish was a driver in Vandana bus. Another person who was killed in the accident is said to be hailing from Koteshwar but was running a bakery in Bangalore. More details about the deceased and the injured are awaited. Gangolli police have registered a case in this regard and have already arrested lorry driver.

Karkala Jaycees to Hold Week-long Festival

Daijiworld News Network - Karkala (MB) with inputs from Shekar Ajekar Karkala, Sep 9: Karkala Jaycees are preparing to host a week-long festival called Jaycee Saptaaha in the Galaxy multipurpose hall from September 9 to 15. Well-known humour-writer Bhuvaneshwari Hegde will inaugurate the festival. Hanuman ITI Karkala, Manjunath Pai Memorial Government First-grade College, Alvas College Moodbidri,Shree Venkatramana Womens College, karkala and Shree Dhavala College, Moodbidri are in the race for the title of best intercollegiate variety entertainment entry. Shivanananda Sacheripet, Shilpi Sanoor Krishna Acharya, Sanjana, high jump athlete Sanjana, international Kabaddi player Mamata Hemunde, honest conductor Suresh Moodbidri, Renita D'Silva and Yakshagana artiste Shashikant Shetty will be honored in this occasion.

Several things we Need to Learn from British : Seer Murugharajendra

Udayavani News Shimoga, Sep 9: “There are several things we need to learn from the British. Their administrative excellence, far-sightedness and discipline are worth emulating..." “There are several things we need to learn from the British. Their administrative excellence, far-sightedness and discipline are worth emulating. If we don’t inculcate these values, progress is not possible,” Bekkina kalmatha seer Mallikarjuna Murugharajendra swamiji said. He was speaking after gracing the State-level seminar of presidents and vice-presidents of the Zilla Panchayats at Jog Falls, and pointed out that Shivappa Nayak, Keladi Rani Chennamma should become role models for politicians. “Flouting law is more of a norm today. With the British, it was not so. No building or road would be built by flouting rules during the Raj. The British bungalow that stands opposite the Jog is a symbol of the British love for nature, “ he said. The State government should stop looking askance at the Centre for help, when there is a local problem, the seer said. “Celebrating the Suvarna Karnataka year does not mean raving about the past glory of Hampi. The State should come together on issues like language and water sharing. People’s representatives should vow to safeguard resources,” the seer added. Vice-President of the forum of presidents and vice-presidents of Zilla Panchayats Savitha Ramesh, President Damodar Garadikar, Vice-President Venkaiah Erasi, Working President M Venkatesh, treasurer Srinivas, Zilla Panchayat President Bharati Manjunathaiah, Vice-President and Forum General Secretary K M Krishnamurthy were also present on the occasion. Zilla Panchayat members B R Jayanth, Kalagodu Ratnakar, Shantaveera Naik, Yogesh, Shadakshari, Bullapur Basavarajappa, Rama Naik and others were present. Chief Executive Officer P Bore Gowda and Special Project Officer Hemaji Naik were present on the occasion.

Mangalore: Government to Aim at Cent Per Cent Literacy in District

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (SS) Mangalore, Sep 9: The Public Instruction Department organized International Literacy Day celebrations here on Friday September 8. B Nagaraj Shetty, district-in-charge minister who inaugurated the programme informed that the government will aim at making Dakshina Kannada district achieve cent per cent literacy rate. With a purpose of making every child educated, the coalition government has initiated many schemes, he added. Support of non-government agencies is also required in this direction, he added. Yogish Bhat, MLA, informed that under the Saksharatha Andolana scheme, nearly 30 lac people in the state will be made literate this year. The andolan is part of the Suvarna Karnataka Mahotsava. Mamatha D S Gatti, president, Zilla Panchayat, opined that the literacy rate among women is much lower than that compared to men in the country, and that there was a need to educate more women. She informed that a proposal has been forwarded to the Central Government, to release funds to provide for pending honorarium to the motivators involved in the literacy movement in the district. A M Kunjappa, chief executive officer, ZP, Rajgopal, CTE principal, and Gokuldas Shetty, president, TP, were among those present on the occasion.

Emirates Airline Gets Set For Bangalore

Agencies September 9: Emirates Airline, currently expanding its presence in India’s booming and economically strong southern region, is gearing up for the launch of its eight-flights-a-week service to Bangalore, starting 29th October. At present, Emirates serves South India with 31 weekly flights to Chennai, Hyderabad, Cochin and Thiruvananthapuram, offering over 8000 seats and 500 tonnes of cargo capacity. An Emirates delegation, led by Nabil Sultan, Senior Vice President Commercial Operations West Asia & Indian Ocean, and comprising representatives of various brands under the Emirates umbrella, is currently in Bangalore to introduce the Dubai-based airline’s award-winning product and service to 400 travel and cargo agents. “Emirates teams in Bangalore and Dubai are working round the clock to ensure a smooth and seamless start of our local operations,” said Nabil Sultan. “The new route promises to open up a world of opportunities for Bangalore’s key industries – Information Technology, Biotechnology and Tourism - as Emirates links the city to 13, 14 and 20 new gateways in the Middle East, Africa and Europe through 150, 82 and 211 weekly flights respectively.” The undisputed IT nerve-centre of Asia, Bangalore, is home to more than 1600 tech firms, including international heavyweights IBM, Intel, Cisco, Sun Microsystems, Compaq, Accenture, and Indian IT majors Infosys, Wipro, Tata Consultancy Services and Microland. According to statistics released by Software Technology Parks of India, Bangalore clocked export revenues of USD 1.6 billion in the five months to August 2006, with exports to Europe and North America growing consistently at 20 per cent. Nabil added: “To Bangalore, we will operate some of the world’s most technologically advanced aircraft - the modern Airbus A330-200 and the larger capacity Boeing 777-200 - in a three class configuration, ensuring every passenger in every cabin enjoys unprecedented comfort, luxury, service and attention.” Emirates’ First Class offers spacious sleeper seats set in a 2-2-2 configuration and separated by wide aisles; discreet and attentive service owing to four cabin crew allocated exclusively to First Class; seven-course meals individually prepared by master chefs and accompanied by an extensive range of wines carefully selected by our sommeliers. Emirates’ Business Class provides a host of amenities so that passengers whether they need to work or choose to relax, arrive refreshed and ready for business. Those wishing to work will benefit from the personal satellite telephone fitted in each seat; provision to send and receive email and sms from each seat for just USD1 a time; and laptop computer recharging facility. These facilities are also provided in other classes. “At Dubai and other selected destinations such as New York (JFK), London Heathrow, London Gatwick and Frankfurt to name a few, our First and Business class passengers can avail of the complimentary chauffeur-drive airport transfer to and from their doorstep,” added Nabil. “Premium passengers, even those travelling on code-share flights operated by other carriers are eligible for this service, provided the booking is made on Emirates.” Emirates’ Economy Class has been redesigned to make cabins quieter and more restful, with wider and more comfortable seats, each equipped with a 6.5-inch personal video screen with ‘touch’ controls. Up to 22 audio and 18 video channels are available.

Mangalore: Show-cause Notice Issued to 36 Degree Colleges

Raviprasad Kamila / The Hindu They have failed to obtain `B' grade certificate from NAAC * The colleges have got `C' or `C plus' grade certificates * The action is based on a High Court order Mangalore, Sep 9: The Department of Collegiate Education has issued a show-cause notice to 36 degree colleges (or first grade colleges) in the State asking why the department should not recommend to the Government to withhold, withdraw or reduce grants to them for failing to get "B" grade certificate of assessment and accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The department's action is based on a High Court order issued on March 27, 2004, in writ petitions 31576-87/1997 and connected writ petitions. These 36 colleges had got either "C" or "C plus" grade certificates from the NAAC. But the court had directed the Government that such colleges should produce "B" grade certificates for receiving grants. The court order said that the Government should within four weeks (from March 27, 2004) issue an order/notification specifying the period within which private educational institutions claiming or receiving grants should produce "B" grade certificates of assessment and accreditation from NAAC. If they failed to comply with the requirements of Rule 15 (1) (f), the Government could examine and pass orders regarding withholding, withdrawal or reduction of grants to such institutions. Following this, the Government, on June 16, 2004, issued a notification giving time to the colleges to obtain "B" grade certificates. Colleges situated in urban areas, excluding urban centres under Hyderabad Karnataka Development Board (HKDB), were given time till April 30, 2005, and colleges situated in rural areas and those under HKDB were given time till April 30, 2006, to obtain the certificate. Of the 36 colleges four are in the Mangalore University limits. They are Kukke Subrahamanyeshwara College; Besant Evening College, Mangalore; B.T. Channaiah Gowramma College, Somwarpet; and Poornaprajna Evening College, Udupi. A M Narahari, president, Federation of University and College Teachers' Associations in Karnataka, told The Hindu that if the Government should cut grants or reduced grants to the 36 colleges, it would affect approximately 500 college teachers drawing University Grants Commission (UGC) pay scale and about 300 non-teaching staff drawing the State pay scale. He said the Government could give more time to these colleges to obtain the certificate. If not, the Government could file an affidavit in co-urt explaining the reasons and seeking permission to continue the grant.

Bangalore: Nativity celebration at St. Patrick's Church

by Jessie Rodrigues - Daijiworld News Network Bangalore

Bangalore, Sep 8: St. Patrick's church, which has been celebrating the Nativity with Holy Mass in Konkani, distribution of blessed corn, and honouring Mother Mary with flowers since 1968, to mark their 39th celebration by Parish Liturgical committee continued their tradition this year to a hall full congregation. Most. Rev. Ignatius Pinto was the main celebrant.

The progam began with blessing of the corn at 8.30 a.m. followed by Holy Mass in Konkani and flower showers. In his homily Rt. Rev. Ignatius Pinto stressed the importance of Mother Mary in our life and advised the congregation to be her children.

Sugarcanes were distributed to the children who had come with flowers. The choir with its melodious voices enthralled everyone.

Mangalore: CA Course Syllabus might be Revised - ICAI President

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) Mangalore, Sep 8: A seminar on Practice Management was organised by the city branch of Southern India Regional Council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) on Thursday September 7 here. Speaking after inaugurating the seminar, ICAI president T N Manoharan said that the Institute may review the curriculum for CA course and a proposal in this regard has already been approved by the ministry of company affairs and forwarded to the ministry of law for approval. The duration of the CA course is expected to be reduced to four years without any compromise on quality and existing standards, he added. Among those present on the occasion were Infosys Technologies Limited director (HR) Mohandas Pai and president of ICAI Mangalore chapter Praveen Shetty.

Mangalore: Art Exhibition Held to Mark Montifest Celebrations at Milagres

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF)

Mangalore, Sep 8: 'Rays of Light,' an exhibition of paintings by Wilma Patricia Aranha was inaugurated at the Parish Hall, Milagres Church here as part of the centenary year celebrations of Montifest at Milgres Church here on Thursday September 6.

Wilma presented one of her paintings, 'Christ before the High Priest' to the Archbishop of Delhi Vincent Concessao, who inaugurated the exhibition.

The paintings, most of them reproductions of renowned painters like Rembrandt, Monet, Michelangelo and Renoir, are biblical in nature and are set on themes of autumn and spring.

Among those present were parish priest Fr Walter D'Mello, convenor Ivan D'Souza, Dr Shantaram Shetty and St Agnes College lecturer and art critic Urmila Shetty.

Mangalore: ‘Anubhav’ Holds Seminar at St. Aloysius College on Gender Equity

Report by Vini Vijayan, Daijiworld

Mangalore, Sep 8: ‘Anubhav,’ the Women’s Forum of St Aloysius College, organised a one-day seminar on Gender Equity, Sep 7 in the college.

The topic is a mandatory study subject for the students under credit based semester system (2006-07 onwards).

The seminar comprised of two sessions – ‘Gender, Sex and Gender Stereotypes’ and ‘Discrimination Against Women’. Dr Rita Noronha of the School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, interacted with the students, in making the session informative and interesting.

Dr Noronha opined that 18-20 years of learning in schools and colleges cannot be unlearned easily. She explained the basic concepts of gender and sex. While making the students express their opinion about the topic at hand, she made it clear that individual has to be respected for what he/she is irrespective of one’s gender.

Women need not be treated as ‘goddess’, instead, they be treated as normal human beings, said Dr Noronha.

Women do not want to be superior. It is when one wants to claim superiority that there are all efforts made to put down the other person. This is where problems arise. Hence, equality is the right attitude, she said.

Dr Jacinta D’Souza, Principal of Roshni Nilaya spoke on ‘Discrimination Against Women’.

Women in our society have been victims of ill-treatment, humiliation, torture, and exploitation. Now, violence is moving to public spheres from just a private issue, said Dr Jacinta citing many examples of gory violence.

Changing the parental attitude towards female children, and strengthening women’s organisations will help in decreasing violence and discrimination against women, she added.

Udupi: Women Robbed at Gunpoint at Hosangadi

Daijiworld News Network –Udupi (VM) Udupi, Sep 8: Two unidentified men held a woman on gunpoint and robbed gold ornaments and cash from her house. This incident was reported in the house of Sudha Ganiga (30) at Kerekatte, Hosangadi under Shankaranarayana police station limits. The burglars knocked on the door of the house asking for water to drink. While the lady went to bring water, the culprits caught her by her hair and threatened her at gun point, demanding for the almirah keys. Later they robbed her of her gold ornaments worth Rs 87,500 and cash Rs 2,500 from the almirah. As soon as the information reached the Shankaranarayana Police, the PSI along with staff rushed to the spot and launched a man hunt for the accused. The culprits are still at large. In this connection a robbery case has been registered in the police station and investigation is on.

Mangalore: Encouraging Response to Vande Mataram

The Hindu Pics by Dayanand Kukkaje for Daijiworld

Mangalore, Sep 8: As the clock struck eleven, teachers kept aside their chalk sticks and dusters, closed the textbooks and their notes and students got up from their seats to sing in unison "Vande Mataram".

This was the scene in almost all schools and colleges in the city as the city observed the centenary of the song. Hundreds of citizens, school children and college students gathered at the Town Hall under the leadership of the Akhila Bharatiya Vidyarti Parishat at Town hall and sang the full version of Vande Mataram.

A few enthusiastic groups of students from various organisations and colleges in the city held "song meetings" at University College, Main Circle in Bunder, Kudroli, Valencia, Central Market and other places.

The district police had made elaborate security arrangements in the city especially in sensitive areas where song meetings were held in the city.

According to the Superintendent of Police, security arrangements were normal in the city and the district.

Puttur: Bettampady College Students Once again Go on Strike

Daijiworld News Network - Puttur (GA) Puttur, Sep 7: The failure of the managing committee of Bettampady Government College to appoint English lecturer despite protest from students has pushed students to resume their strike from Thursday September 7. College leader Praveen said that students have no other way than going on strike till the lecturer is appointed. It could be recalled that the college students had boycotted classes on August 28 demanding the appointment of English and commerce lecturer. During this time, the management has promised that they would appoint the lecturers within a week. However, they have not been appointed yet. For the last few years, the college has no permanent English lecturer.

Mysore: AAI Takes over Airport Land, At Last!

Daijiworld's reciprocal arrangement with Star of Mysore * Work to begin next month * Airport ready in 2 years Mysore, Sept 7: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) which was hesitant to take possession of the land for the development of Mandakalli Airport near here all these years in view of the litigation pertaining to 20 acres, has changed its stand and took possession of 154 acres of land to commence the work. Deputy Commissioner S. Sel-vakumar handed over the documents to AAI Deputy General Manager M.N.N. Rao at a simple ceremony in the Airport this morning. Talking to the media persons later, Rao disclosed that the work on the first phase will commence next month. The work to cost Rs. 70 crore will be completed within 24 months. The first phase includes construction of two runways — 1,730 metres and 1,350 metres. The tenders for the project were opened on Aug. 31. After the completion of the first phase of work, ATR 72-type air-crafts (70 seater) can be operated from Mandakalli Airport with connectivity to Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai and Delhi. It will also have night landing facility. Though the AAI needs 174 acres of land for the first phase, the district administration has been able to handover only 154 acres as the remaining 20 acres of land is under litigation. Observing that the litigation on the 20 acres will not come in the way of the construction of runways, he said that it needed for the completion of work. He said that the district administration had promised to handover the 20-acre land as the High Court was expected to deliver verdict on the case within a month. Rao disclosed that the second phase of the development will enable the Mandakalli Airport to handle Boeing 737 and Air bus 320 aircrafts. The second phase needed an additional land of 93 acres of land. It will have a runway of 2.5 kms. Lok Sabha Member C.H. Vijayashankar, AAI Senior Manager (Land Management) Ravi, Air Traffic Control Senior Manager Gunashekhar, Karnataka Industrial Area Development Board (KIADB) Development Officer T.R. Swamy, Deputy Development Officer K.C. Shivakumar and In-charge Engineer Srinivas were present on the occasion. Verdict on 20 acres in a month Mysore, Sept. 7 (MRS& RR)- The Karnataka High Court is expected to deliver its judgement over the litigation of 20 acres of land required for the Mandakalli Airport development. It is a part of 174 acres acquired for the Airport development by the Karnataka Industrial Area Development Board (KIADB). In fact, the litigation delayed the commencement of the work as the AAI was insisting on the possession of all the 174 acres to commence the work. While handing over the 154 acres of land to Airports Authority of India (AAI) officials today at the Mandakalli Airport, Deputy Commissioner S. Selvakumar expressed the hope that the verdict will be delivered within a month as the hearing of the case had already concluded. It may be recalled that one Ramaswamy, owner of the 20-acre land, had challenged the acquisition proceedings on the ground that the land was not required for the development of the Airport.

Mangalore: Pipal Tree Transplanted to Make Way for Road

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) - pics - Dayanand Kukkaje

Mangalore, Sep 7: To facilitate the widening of roads from Ladyhill to Durga Mahal in Mannagudda here, a 75-year-old pipal tree was transplanted by the Mangalore City Corporation (MCC) on Wednesday September 6.

Altogether, 7 trees were uprooted out of which only was transplanted. Three of these were pipal trees. The tree was transplanted with the help of experts Shekhar James and Ram Babu from Chennai.

While Canara Urva High School supplied power for the operation, beverages and food packets were provided by the local residents and hoteliers. A special electric saw had to be used for the purpose, as the tree was enormous.

Mayor K Ashraf who was present on the spot assured that he would request the forest department to look after the transplanted tree and would also ask them to plant more saplings along the widened road.

Mangalore: DK Girls Go Cycling to School

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) - pics - Daya Kukkaje

Mangalore, Sep 6: Now the high school girls of Dakshina Kannada district need not walk several kilometres or depend on crowded private buses to reach school. They are now proud owners of a bicycle of their own.

District in-charge minister distributed the first lot of the bicycle to school girls at a function held in the Town Hall on Wednesday September 6 evening.

Minister Nagaraj Shetty inaugurated the programme.

Deputy commissioner Maheshwar Rao, MLA Yogish Bhat, ZP president Mamata Gatti, vice-president Dharanendra Kumar, deputy director of department of public instructions (DDPI) Shankarappa were also present on the occasion.

Panaji: Jessica Lall Case; Delhi Police Arrest Bina Ramani

Zee News with exclusive pics by Rajtilak Naik for Daijiworld News Network - Panaji Panaji, Sep 6: Bina Ramani was arrested by the Police in Goa on Wednesday two days after the Patiala court issued a non-bailable warrant against her for allegedly lying to the police about the ownership of the Tamarind Court restaurant.

Prime witness in the Jessica Lall murder case, Bina Ramani, is seen coming out of the Panaji women's cell police station, after arrest in Calangute on late September 6 evening

Model Jessica Lal was murdered in the Tamirind Restaurant. The Delhi Police has also charged her for having an illegal liquor licence for the restaurant and not co-operating in the investigation.

Bina Ramani on the other hand denied all these allegations. On the charge of possessing an illegal liquor license she said, “We were charged for not having liquor license, for that we were shut down for six years.”

Bina Ramani being interrogated

And for not co-operating with the police Ramani retorted, “That is absolutely not true. We have been cooperating with the Police right from the time of the murder. We have been at their beck and call from the first day.”

Expressing dismay at the attitude of the Police, Ramani counter charged saying that they were sent a long questionnaire every Sunday that was to be filled and returned by Monday.

Moreover, she alleged that the Police was unnecessarily prying into their private lives by seeking details that were not connected with the case. Quoting examples she said the Police had sought information about the man she was married to 20 years ago plus the income details for the same period, which she felt was ridiculous.

Ramani emphasised that she had revealed to the Police everything relevant to the case already. She also completely rejected the allegation that there was any ownership problem with the Tamirind Court restaurant.

Mangalore: Two British Citizens Without Valid Travel Documents Arrested in City

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (VM) Mangalore, Sep 7: Two British citizens were arrested on Sep 6 by the Mangalore North Police for not possessing valid travel documents like Passport, Visa, or Registration Card. They have been booked under the Foreigners Act, 1946. Ebrahim Dhansey alias Kevin (51) and Rita Kaur (49) both residents of Bristol, United Kingdom were arrested. The couple was staying in a local Hotel in Mangalore for the last two months. A one and a half year old female child was also with them. It is learnt that both of them came to India in 2004 and since then have been traveling to various places in India. Both the accused were produced before the Jurisdictional Judicial Magistrate and police custody for Ebrahim Dhansey is being sought for detailed enquiry.

Mangalore: Team from City to Participate in Kite Festival in France

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) Mangalore, Sep 7: The kite-flying team from the city is all set to participate at the International Kite Festival to be held at France from Saturday September 9 to Sunday September 17. The team members will be Gurudath Bantwalkar, Sarvesha Rao Boloor, Vasantha Kumar Sanil and Girish Panambur Venkataraman. The festival, which will see participation from over 30 countries, will be on the theme "Our Planet - Stroll between Flora and Fauna." Keeping with the theme, the team will fly kites named 'Devi,' that depicts the image of goddess, 'Rainbow Owl,' with the image of an owl in different colours and 'Live and Let Live' which shows a deer with tears in its eyes epitomising the plight of wild animals and forests. The organisers have also asked the team to fly the national record holder kites depicting Yakshagana and Kathakali.

Amitabh Bachchan Corp Holds back Plans of Going Public

India FM Mumbai, Sep 5: Amitabh Bachchan's company AB Corp has postponed the idea of going public, at least for the time being. As may be recalled Amitabh Bachchan had said in a recent television interview that his company had already submitted the Red Herring prospectus to the SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) and will produce two movies annually, in addition to plans of opening a studio. According to sources the reason for the above development is the volatile state of the stock market.

Udupi: Sri Ram Sene Sets Deadline to Stop Cattle Slaughter and Conversion

Daijiworld News Network - Udupi (GA) Udupi, Sep 6: Sri Ram Sene has set Thursday September 14 as deadline to stop cattle slaughter and conversion in the district. Speaking at a press conference here on Tuesday September 5, Sri Ram Sene district convener Kumarawamy said that they will give information about places where conversion activities and illegal slaughter of cattle is going on to the district police. "Based on this the police should take action against them by September 14. Till then we will not attack restaurants providing beef or vehicles involved in illegal transport of cattle," he added. He also said that it is mandatory to sing 'Vande Mataram' in schools and colleges. Sri Ram Sene would celebrate the centenary celebrations of Vande Mataram at the service bus stand here on Thursday September 7 evening at 4.30. On September 6 and 7, Sri Ram Sene members would visit schools and colleges in the city and teach students to sing Vande Mataram, he said.

Udupi: Freedom Fighter Babu Master Honoured at Kaup

Daijiworld News Network - Udupi (GA) Udupi, Sep 6: "It is quite impossible to return even a bit of what we gain from our teachers. We can only recognize their services and respect them for what they are and what they do to the society at large. It should be our privilege to honour them," said K P Acharya, correspondent of Vidyaniketan Education Group, Kaup. He was speaking after honouring veteran freedom fighter and teacher Babu Master during the teahcers' day celebrations held at Vidyaniketan Public School on Tuesday September 5. Mohammad Fareed, principal of Vidyaniketan PU College, Vidyaniketan High School headmaster Vinayak Kini, Prof B V Kere were also present on the occasion. Krattika welcomed the gathering while Sahana proposed the vote of thanks on the occasion. Apoorva compered the programme.

Mangalore: Neglect Makes Royal Houses Tumble down

By Viju Mangalore - Daijiworld.com Mangalore

September 6, 2006 “A prophet is not recognized in his hometown.” These words of Jesus Christ stated in the Bible can be applied to the heritage buildings of DK district. It’s indeed a sad state of affairs that these structures, which have volumes of history attached to them, face neglect at the hands of the district administration. The irony is that the coastal districts are displayed as places of rich historic significance to the rest of the world. A separate department called the Archeological Dept has been entrusted the task of preserving these buildings of historic value. The Vittal Palace - in the present Bantwal taluk - is one among those several monuments, which have not been accorded their due place. History speaks of the Vittal king Achuta Heggade who was overhauled by Hyder Ali. The former was supported by the British and was residing in Talacheri. Achuta would visit Vittal occasionally to regroup his men and fight Hyder Ali. For this, he had to lose his life. Hyder Ali had him hanged to death. His palace in Vittal is on a ten-acre land with a large magnificent stone-carved door. The ancient foundation has round towers and even had a stable. A close look at the palace, now in ruins, can make one imagine the grandeur of the structure during those days. Ravivarma Narasimharasa Domba Heggade, the successor of Achuta Heggade kindled the sparks for the first revolt against the British who were ruling coastal Karnataka after the death of Tipu. But Domba Heggade was hanged by the British. The foreigners took possession of all that Vittal Heggade owned, except the personal property and wealth. In return, the Englishmen paid an annual royalty. The descendants of the royal family still live in the palace. In 1783, the family went on a pilgrimage to Kashi and in memory of it set up a Kashi Math. Ravivarma Narasimha Domba Heggade built a new palace within the premises of the old one between 1790 and 1800. He along with his son-in-law won back the Vittal kingdom and ruled to the end of his life. The palace today is on the verge of oblivion. No efforts are being made to conserve this heritage building. A similar state is that of the Moodbidri palace. This historic building, which tells a history of a period of 600 years. is a beautiful edifice, a rare example of ancient architecture. This palace of the famous Chowta dynasty stands tall even amidst ruins with its intricate wooden carvings. At the entrance stands a single stone carving of an elephant, a marvellous display of the skill of the sculptors that speak volumes on their efficiency. Among the 13 palaces of the king’s commanders, this building is the biggest of the Jain dynasty with six courtyards. When it could not withstand the test of time, the dilapidated structure was rebuilt with fine wooden carvings with teak and sal trees. Out of the six houses, only two have survived. While the descendants of the Chowta’s reside in one house, the other is almost dilapidated. History repeats itself ! But will these priceless monuments re-live the past glory? Conscious efforts to conserve them will go a long way in appreciating the past glory.

Mangalore: District-level Teachers' Day Celebrations Held

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) Mangalore, Sep 6: The district-level Teachers' Day celebrations organised by the Zilla Panchayat in collaboration with Department of Public Instruction was inaugurated by district in-charge minister Nagaraj Shetty on Tuesday September 5 here. Twelve teachers, all from the district, were felicitated on the occasion. Winners of the national-level and state-level Best Teacher Award for this year Vani B Achar of Pompei High School, Thallipadi and Narayana Bhat T of Sri Ramakunjeshwara Higher Primary School respectively were also felicitated. Several teachers won district-level awards in the primary and high school categories. Retired teachers and schools which secured cent percent results in the SSLC examinations were also honoured on the occasion. Among those present were mayor K Ashraf, ZP president Mamata D S Gatti, deputy commissioner Maheshwara Rao, ZP CEO A M Kunjappa, vice-president Dharanendra Kumar, DDPI Shankarappa and BEO Walter H D'Mello.

Mangalore: This Couple Spreads the Light of Learning

New IndPress Mangalore, Sep 6: How should a teacher be? Those in deep introspection about their role on Teachers Day will surely find some inspiration in this ‘teacher couple’ B Sreenivas Rao and Savithri S Rao. The elderly couple have and continue to prove that it takes only small gestures to spread happiness. Their modest home with minimum necessities near Urva market today is virtually a classroom, laboratory and logistics centre for uninitiated. Even after retiring from their teaching responsibilities 15 years ago the couple have surrounded themselves with children and their related activities. They are known for accepting requests, even from complete strangers, for help with writing essays, speeches, drawing, singing, dancing and helping tough science and maths subjects. Two months ago a USA educated lass of Mangalorean roots had sought out the couple to learn Kannada. They did not disappoint her and using material published for neo-literates the Rao couple helped the girl to read and write Kannada. Both Sreenivas and Savithri have helped many intelligent students strapped in poverty to continue their education. One such talent to benefit is herself a teacher. Two years ago when Rao completed 70 years it was decided that small gestures for poor children should sustain even after their death. At a young age Sreenivas Rao realised the state of being helplessness when he could not raise Rs five to pay fees. “Due to poverty my husband’s desire to become a Doctor was never fulfilled,” Savithri rues and added that their decision to help poor children was supported by close relatives and a trust ‘Kallavu Savithri Sreenivas Trust’ was formed. The issueless couple set asiding a small amount for their needs have poured their retirement benefits and all savings into the trust. “Though the annual interest accrued from the trust is Rs 10,000 we end up spending more than Rs 25,000,” Savithri Rao explains. Both teachers were honoured at state and national level in acknowledgement of their creative contributions to education.

Mangalore: Young Man Drowned at Panambur Beach

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) Mangalore, Sep 6: A young man who had come for swimming at Panambur beach along with his friends drowned on Monday September 4. The deceased has been identified as Lohitashwa (30), a resident of Kuntoor in Puttur. He was working as a cleaner in a tipper. On Monday evening he had come to Panambur beach with some of his friends. They had gone for swimming when a mighty wave washed away Lohitashwa. Though his friends tried to rescue him, they did not succeed. His body has not yet been found. The police and some expert swimmers have launched search operations to trace the body. Panambur police have registered a case in this regard.

Kundapur: Naxal Activities Going on despite Combing Operations

Daijiworld News Network - Kundapur (GA) Kundapur, Sep 6: There cannot be something ironic than this development. Police and the Anti-Naxal Squad (ANF) have been carrying out combing operations to keep a check on Naxalite activities. But the sources said that Naxalites are very much actives despite police and ANF presence in the interior areas. They visit houses, stay there overnight, have their food etc even when police are busy hunting for them in the same surroundings. Naxalites were spotted by some locals at Devarbalu, Kabbinale, Yedamoge, Kotuguli areas on Sunday September 3. They are going around in guise making it difficult for the police as well as police informers to identify them. Owing to the amicable rapport they share with the locals, Naxalite get continuous reports about the movements of ANF and police squad. Locals have developed a good relationship with Naxalites. While the rich and the wealthy have compromised with them and are helping them financially, people of the lower strata of the society have managed to keep up the rapport by helping them in various ways such as by informing about police movements, providing shelter etc. It is said that more than 100 Naxalites have camped themselves in these areas and most of them are young women. Majority of them are becoming experts in using modern weapons too. A group of Naxalites who managed to escape from police by a whisker near Shringeri in the last week said to have reached this area.

Mangalore: Four Police Inspectors Transferred

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) Mangalore, Sep 6: The state government has issued orders with regards to the transfer of 4 police inspectors of the district. As per the new order Pandeshwar police inspector Venkatesh Prasanna has been transferred to Mulki. He has already taken charge at the Mulki station. However, Mulki police inspector Mathew Thomas has not yet been given new placement. P A Hegde has been appointed as new police inspector of Pandeshwar police station. He was rendering his services in state intelligence bureau so far. Panambur police inspector Kodandaram has been transferred and Gangi Reddy who was in Bijapur so far has already taken in-charge on Tuesday September 5 afternoon. Meanwhile Kodandaram has not been given new assignment. Subrahmanya has been appointed at the SB section at SP's office. As reported earlier, Kodandaram had been transferred in the last week itself. However, a day later, the government had stayed his transfer. Now it has cleared the transfer order. P A Hegde who is now appointed as inspector of Pandeshwar was earlier serving in the district. He was the head of Anti-rowdy Squad. It was when he was the chief of the squad that notorious rowdy Shaji was encountered at Jappinamogaru.

Mangalore has Good Infrastructure - Study

The Hindu Mangalore, Sep 6: The city has relatively good infrastructure for the growth of information technology and knowledge-based industries. A study done by Gartner, an international research agency, and one conducted by Infosys expressed similar views, Naren Koduvattat, vice-president and head (Energy, Utilities and Resources), Infosys Technologies Limited, Mangalore, said here on Monday. He was speaking at "Pragati" a symposium on changing business horizons in coastal Karnataka organised by Aloysius Institute of Business Administration, St. Aloysius College. Speaking on the topic "is Mangalore's infrastructure prepared for growth'' Mr. Koduvattat said that Gartner conducted the study in March, 2005 and Infosys did its study (Infosys Internal Assessment) in July, 2006. The study done by Gartner has placed Mangalore amongst tier-two cities poised for further growth. Mr. Koduvattat, who is member of the governing council of Infosys, said that not much effort had been made at the international level to showcase the city as the right place for investment.

Mangalore: Speeding Vehicle Knocks Down Pedestrian to Death

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) Mangalore, Sep 5: A pedestrian woman was killed after she was knocked down by an over speeding Tempo Trax at Yeyyadi near here on Monday September 4 evening. The deceased has been identified as Meera (50), a resident of Gurunagar in Yeyyadi. She was walking beside the road when the recklessly driven vehicle hit her. As a result, Meera sustained critical injuries. She was immediately admitted to a hospital. However, she succumbed to injuries later in the night. Kankanady police have registered a case in this regard.

Kundapur: Ore-laden Truck Blockade Withdrawn - Weigh Bridge to be Established Soon

Daijiworld News Network - Kundapur (GA) Kundapur, Sep 5: Udupi MLA K Raghupati Bhat who had been leading blockade of overloaded ore trucks at Ottinene near Byndoor here was assaulted by a group of lorry drivers on Tuesday September 5 morning before the former called off his protest and allowed the lorries to enter the district. The sources said that the lorry owners association has agreed to establish weigh bridge at Ottinene by September 12. Once the association leaders assured this in writing, Raghupati withdrew his 4-day-long strike. Accordingly many lorries which were stopped at Ottinene in the last 4 days were allowed to move further. Earlier a group supported by Belgaum lorry association president tried to assault MLA and even tried to run lorry on the protestors. However, some persons who were present on the spot pulled the MLA back and averted a possible tragedy.

Mangalore: Residents Demand Title Deeds - Stage Protest

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) Mangalore, Sep 5: An issue that has seen constant agitation for 40 years now, saw another protest on Monday September 4 when residents of Urwa Store-Sunkadakatte gathered in front of the tahsildar's office to demand title deeds for their properties. Though the title deeds were provided in 2003, the space around the houses was not included. Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) secretary Ashok Konchadi while addressing the protesters, alleged that the administration is neglecting their needs in spite of repeated demands. Following the protests, the tahsildar assured the agitators that action would be taken in this regard and title deeds would be provided within 15 days. DYFI leaders including Rama Kotyan, Nagaraj Suvarna took part in the protest.

Kundapur: Mother Commits Suicide with One-year-old Child

Daijiworld News Network - Kundapur (GA) Kundapur, Sep 5: In another shocking incident a mother ended her life by jumping into a well along with her one-year-old child at Bijoor on Monday September 4. Devaki (30), wife of Rama Poojary committed suicide with her child Vrattika on Monday. She went to the nearby well to wash clothes on Monday when other members of the family were out on their personal work. However, instead of washing clothes, she is said to have jumped into the well. It was only much later that the family members started searching her after she did not come home for long. When they came near the well, they found clothes there and after a brief search they also found Devaki and Vrattika in the well. Rama had married Devaki 8 years ago and the couple had 3 children. She committed suicide along with her youngest child. It is said that Devaki was under depression for the last one year. But as of now, no reasons are known for the suicide. The Byndoor police have registered a case in this regard.

Bangalore: British Airways Extends Special Fare Offer

New IndPress Bangalore, Sep 5: British Airways has announced an extension of its special fares for another five weeks. Under these fares, air tickets to London will cost Rs 16,500. Packages for any onward destination in UK and Europe are available at a consolidated fare of Rs 20,000 (taxes applicable) and to US at a fare of Rs 33,000 (taxes applicable). The extension is a response to the over-whelming interest shown by the customers, a release said. The offer fares are available in economy class and tickets must be booked before Sept 30 and is subject availability.

100-year-old Briton keeps on working 'to avoid boredom'

AFP, Fri Sep 1, 10:53 AM ET "Buster" Martin -- Britain's oldest worker -- has enjoyed a day off to celebrate his 100th birthday but explained he would become a "miserable sod" if he ever had to retire for good. (Pimlico Plumbers/Rob Clayton) LONDON (AFP) - Britain's oldest worker has enjoyed a day off to celebrate his 100th birthday but explained he would become a "miserable sod" if he ever had to retire for good. "Buster" Martin, a mechanic for a south London plumbing firm who has 17 children and 70 grandchildren and great grandchildren, tried giving up work at the age of 97 but couldn't face the boredom. "Boredom is a big killer of men," he told the Daily Telegraph. "I went back to work because I like to keep active," adding that if he ever retired he would become "the most miserable sod you have come across." The centenarian, who grew up in an orphanage and first married when he was 14, joined the Grenadier Guards and served in World War II before switching to the Navy. In more recent years he worked on London market stalls. He now lives in south London, where one of his few concessions to modern technology is a television. "I have never in my life owned a phone -- they are a bloody nuisance," he said. "You can be sitting peacefully indoors and they start ringing. I hate them." Neither is he too keen on foreign holidays. "You are only going to spend a lot of money to go over and do the same things you would do here," he told the daily. "I am living a holiday here. I wake up every morning and am happy in what I do."

Families of Sunderland, UK Celebrate Feast of Nativity

by UK Konkans

Sunderland, UK, 04 September 2006: Mangalorean families residing s in Sunderland, United Kingdom joined together on 2nd September to celebrate the Feast of Nativity at St. Joseph's Church Parish Hall, Sunderland. UK Konkans office bearers who had gathered for their committee meeting at their president Stanislaus Mendonca's residence were also invite to join the Mangalorean community in Sunderland in their celebration.

The celebration began with Stany Mendonca, the main organisor for the celebration welcoming the guests. All those present at the celebration were requested to give a brief introduction to themselves. Melwyn Vaz explained the significance of the Feast of Nativity to the gathered children, in particular to those Catholics from Mangalore, detailing the birth of Mother Mary and the offering of the first of the harvest as a symbol of thanks giving. Children and adults offered flowers in honour and worship of Mother Mary. Molly Rego offered prayers and asked for showers of blessing through Mother Mary. Rev. Fr. Rhand who joined the congregation blessed the new harvest and the food that was prepared.

Warm milk mixed with new harvest corn was served to every one present at the celebration. In keeping with tradition, Vegetarian food was served to feast up on. There were a variety of vegetables including alsande, moog, gosalen, soney and thovshachi karam. To top the excellent home made cuisine, there was vorn, which was one of the best items served.

Every one enjoyed the delicious food and thanked the organisors for their efforts to bring togther Mangalorean Catholics of Sunderland to celebrate the Feast of Nativity which was a treat on its own.

Mangalore: Capuchins Change Grape Juice into Wine

by Viju Mangalore- Daijiworld Mangalore

September 5, 2006 Mangalore: Divine powers changed water into wine at Cana. But, for these humble Capuchins, changing grape juice into wine is a long-cherished activity, a ministry. Over 40 years old is the only winery situated in the coastal region. Run by the priests and brothers of the Order of Friars Minor, the winery produces pure and natural sacramental wine, which reaches far and wide. Catering to all the churches under Mangalore diocese, the wine fermented in the winepress at Farangipet also serves the neighbouring dioceses of Chikmaglur, Beltangady and Shimoga. What makes this winery unique is its history. Fr Cornelius, superior of the Monte Mariano Capuchin Friary, Farangipet gives an insight into the 4-decade-long history of the winepress. “In the mid-19 century, wine was imported from other countries. However, imported raisins (dry grapes) were used later to manufacture wine in India. But when war broke out between Iraq and Iran, the price of raisins shot up from Rs 22 to Rs 122 and thus local grapes were used.” At that time one could not add sugar to grape juice to manufacture sacramental wine, as the rules for processing wine were strict. The winepress in Monte Mariano Farangipet was run by the Capuchins and was begun by Fr Titus D’Souza in 1971. As fermentation ceased owing to various reasons, the Mangalore diocese asked the Capuchins to manufacture wine from fresh grapes, which were brought from Bangalore. Vinicola was the only company, which fermented synthetic wine, which was being used for liturgical purposes. “At the winery, only sugar is added to the grape juice,” said Fr Cornelius. What began in a small way in 1971 under the Mysore Excise Act 1965 and by paying a sum of 25 fees, today manufactures over 4,500 to 5,000 litres of wine annually. Wine has no tax and Vinicola (Goa) Shaw Wallace were the only companies producing wine. The Monte Mariano winery manufactures wine 4 to 5 times a year with 400 kgs of grapes each time. Wine fermented here is good and natural and is bottled. The Capuchins learnt this art from Kerala. The Order had sent Br Rudolph to learn the fine art of wine fermenting. Priests come to Monte Mariano occasionally and take wine for liturgical purposes. “Wine making is an art, says Fr Cornelius. In summer, grapes are sweet and ferment quicker and wine matures faster than in rainy season when the grapes are sour,” he adds. The dark, purplish red colored liquid is stored in huge glass jars in the wine cellar in the winery. Silently, the followers of St Francis of Assisi, carry on their ministry through their winery. At the altar this wine becomes the Blood of Christ, according to Christian faith.

Farah Khan Shakes Shakira's Hips

IndiaFM

Mumbai, Sep 4: Even as Farah braces herself for the Big Night on to choreograph pop star Shakira's number Hips don't lie at Radio City New York, she was seen bonding big-time with the pop icon. Squealed Farah from NY, "She's so tiny! Shakira and I have connected beautifully. She loves the movements that I've given her, so much so that she now wants me to do a music video for her. She's now into classical Indian dancing. In fact she's got an Indian lady in Chicago to teach her classical mudras. Shakira will be starting her item tonight at Radio City with some mudras."

And what's Shakira wearing for the Grand Slam at Radio City? "We've given her a mixture of the Indian and the Columbian look, down to a veil covering her face. Shakira looks very much like one of those classical Indian princess from the Amar Chitra Katha comic books. Nearer our films, the parallel would be the Amrapali costumes that all our heroines from Vyjanthimala to Sridevi have worn in our films. All I can tell you is Shakira is looking damn hot, damn Indian. Do you know there's a huge hoarding of Shakira in a Sari in NY advertising her item on MTV America tonight." Apparently Shakira loves Shah Rukh. Laughs Farah, "She has seen my Chaiyyan chaiyyan song from Dil Se. She keeps pointing to Shah Rukh in the song and exclaims, " know that guy.' I told her he's the Tom Cruise of India. I've promised her I'd put her on top of a train when I do a music video with her."

One of the unexpected pleasures of being in NY? "Karan Johar is also here, though he, lucky bum, is on holiday. We keep taking walks hand in hand.The last time we were here we were so stressed trying to finish the KANK shoot in time. Karan is lucky to take a holiday. Even I've been really stressed about KANK and now my husband's film Jaan-e-Mann."

Any butterflies in her stomach about the event tonight? Farah brushes off any apprehensions. "I'm never stressed about anything to do with myself these days. I only get stressed about my husband and his film. But yes, Shakira gave me only two days to rehearse and what we've achieved should make all of us in Bollywood proud."

Turn of Destiny for Himachal Girl Yamini Sharma

UNI

Solan HP, Sep 5: Accepting the sudden turn of destiny, young girl of Solan town of Himachal Pradesh, Yamini Sharma, on Monday announced her decision to work with renowned Bollywood director and producer Satish Kaushik in his new forthcoming Hindi movie. Sharma, who had recently joined MCM DAV College at Chandigarh after completing her schooling from local DAV School, was offered work by Kaushik for his forthcoming Hindi movie after seeing her photograph in a newspaper.

Sharma made the announcement in the presence of her parents, relatives, close friends and print and electronic media persons who had arrived here from Delhi and other parts of the country. 'I have decided to avail the opportunity by accepting the offer of Bollywood's top producer,'' announced an enthusiastic Sharma.

Yamini is the third girl from Himachal Pradesh who had been offered an opportunity by Bollywood Producer after Preity Zinta from Shimla and Kangna Rannaut from Mandi district. Sharma said she would soon be traveling to Mumbai along with her mother, Nisha Sharma, for undergoing a screen test. Replying to a question, she said she would never forget Himachal after settling down in Bollywood. On her clearing the screen test, she would work in Mr Kaushik's new film Tere Sang in which she would play the role of rich girl while the hero would play the role of poor boy.

Sharma said she was extremely happy for getting an opportunity to work for a Hindi movie, adding that her parents and relatives encouraged her to avail the opportunity. A fan of John Abraham, Bipasha Basu and Priety Zinta, Ms Sharma was hoping to succeed in Bollywood. 'I would leave no stone unturned to achieve the success and uphold the name of my family,' she said.

According to her school principal, though, Yamini never showed much inclination towards cultural activities during her school days but never withdrew herself from any cultural programme of the school. Terming her very cool, decent student, the principal hoped that her student would touch new heights. Her favourite movie is Rang De Basanti. 'After detailed discussions with relatives, and other friends we have decided to support our daughter,'' said an elated father Roshan Sharama and her mother Nisha Sharma.

Karkala: Lamina Employee Hacked to Death near Kemmannu Cross

Daijiworld News Network - Karkala (GA) Karkala, Sep 5: Venkappa Poojary (58), a resident of Bejakala near Nitte here was hacked to death by some unidentified men on Monday September 4 night. His body was found at Kemmannu Cross near Nitte on Tuesday September 5 morning. Though nothing more is known about the murder, Venkappa Poojary who was an employee with Lamina Group was forcefully taken out of his house by some persons on Monday night. Thereafter he did not return home. It was only on Tuesday morning that he was found murdered. He had been stabbed by some sharp weapon which resulted in excessive bleeding and finally his death. Karkala police have registered a case in this regard. More details are yet awaited.

Mangalore: MCC Demolishes Illegal Slaughter House in Kulur

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (VM), pics by Sphoorti Ullal

Mangalore, Sep 5: The health department of Mangalore City Corporation (MCC) on Monday demolished an illegal slaughter house near Kulur.

Operating in a thatched house, this slaughter house was said to functioning for the past 2 years.

It was after the police arrested a father-son duo for illegal sale of beef at Kulur on Sep 1 that the illegally operating slaughter house came to light. Volunteers of Go Rakshana Vedike helped in identifying the slaughter house.

On Monday, City Corporation officers and the police demolished the slaughter house.

Mangalore: St Aloysius College Organises 'Pragathi'

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) Mangalore, Sep 5: Aloysius Institute of Business Administration, run by St Aloysius College organised a symposium "PRAGATHi," on changing business horizons in coastal Karnataka on Monday September 4 at the college IT auditorium. Ananthakrishna, chairman and CEO, Karnataka Bank, inaugurated the symposium. Speaking on the occasion, he stressed on the need to attract investment in the region by showcasing its facilities. Giridhar Prabhu, former president, Kanara Chambers of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), spoke on the topic of 'Mega Projects in Coastal Karnataka.' Fr Francis Serrao, Rector, Fr Denzil Lobo, director of AIBA, Dr Paul Aquinas, dean and Santhosh Shanbagh, the faculty - coordinator of Pragathi were also present on the occasion. Sudhir S, the student convener of the symposium welcomed the gathering and Dylan Rebello proposed the vote of thanks.

Karkala: Rs 1.22 lac Worth Goods Stolen from Printing Technology Institute

Daijiworld News Network – Karkala (VM) Karkala, Sep 5: Goods worth Rs 1.22 lac were stolen from a school of printing technology here. According to police sources, the theft in Sahara Printing Press Training Centre, Kukkundur, took place between 8.30 pm of Sep 2 and 9.30 am of Sep 3. The burglars gained entry into the institute by breaking open the shutters and stole a computer, 17" monitor, color scanner and laser printer. In this connection a case has been registered in Karkala town police station.

Mangalore: Tuluvas Seek Justification for Neglect of DK District

The Hindu * The naxal problem is attributed to the neglect of tribal people * Tulu is not included as an optional language even in primary school * More emphasis given to growth of Bangalore `More emphasis given to growth of Bangalore' Mangalore, Sep 5: People in power may term it as a separatist movement but Tuluva people are seeking concrete answers from the State Government on the reasons for neglecting Dakshina Kannada district say activists Jayaram Rai Malar and Dinesh Mulky. According to Rai and Mulky the people have several questions but neither the Government nor the elected representatives or officials are in a position to answer them. Rai said the politicians from Dakshina Kannada joined the coterie that did not look beyond the development of Bangalore. As a result, the development of Dakshina Kannada was neglected. Some of the projects that were neglected include the Mangalore-Bangalore railway, irrigation, watershed development and drinking water projects. The poor conditions of National Highways, major district roads, fisheries roads, State highways and public works department roads added to their woes, he added. Mulky said the neglect towards Dakshina Kannada was more pronounced particularly in the light of high literacy. The people all over the State now felt the difference. If the policy-makers, officials and politicians continued to favour Bangalore and neglected other areas separatist movements would begin all over the State, he added. He attributed the naxal problem in the district to the total neglect of tribal people and underprivileged classes. The Tuluva tribal people became easy prey to naxalites owing to lack of socio-economic development. The financial package that the Government announced did not reach them either. Mulky said several leaders including the chairman of the Central Administrative Reforms Commission M Veerappa Moily had represented the need for including Tulu language into the eighth schedule of the constitution but the Centre and the State did not take any action. He said Tulu was one of the languages cited in the list of official languages of several universities in Canada, United States, Australia and some countries in Europe. But the Karnataka Government did not even include Tulu as one of the optional languages for primary classes, he added.

Udupi: Pramod Madhwaraj Elected President of DK Mogaveera Mahajana Sangha

Daijiworld News Network - Udupi (MB) Udupi, Sep 5: Young Mogaveera leader Pramod Madhwaraj of Malpe has been unanimously elected president of the Dakshina Kannada Mogaveera Mahajana Sangha, the premier organization of the community. Madhwaraj will hold a three-year term. The election took place at a combined meeting of nineteen official representatives of the community, which was chaired by Panambur Keshava Amin of Uchila. Other office-bearers: Bappanad Jayasheela Bangera, vice president Kulashekar Putran, Padu Hoige, general secretary Sadashiva Padubidri, Kadipatna, treasurer Palimar Sudhakar Karkera, joint secretary

Mangalore: Purandara Utsav in Town Hall on Sep 6

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (MB) Mangalore, Sep 5: 'Purandara Utsav' will be held in the town hall here on Wednesday, September 6 the Dakhsina Kannada chapter of Kannada Sahitya Parishat, in association with the state government's department of Kannada and culture. MLA Yogish Bhat inaugurate the festival at 4-30 pm. Purandara Das' devotional songs will be presented from 4-35 to 5-30 pm. Stage function will follow, to be chaired by district minister-in-charge B Nagaraj Shetty. Canara Bank deputy general manager D T Pai, Karnataka Bank chief general manager Jayaram Bhat, DK deputy commissioner Maheshwar Rao and Kannada Sahitya Parishat's immediate past president Harikrishna Punarur will be the guests of honour. Dr Satyanarayan Mallipatna will deliver a lecture on the linguistic elegance of Purandar Das' creations. This was announced by KSP's district president Pradeep Kumar Kalkura at a press conference on Monday.

Udupi: Barkur Bridge to Open on Nov 1

Daijiworld News Network - Udupi (MB) Udupi, Sep 5: The Barkur bridge currently under construction will be thrown open to traffic on November 1, 2006. This was announced by Brahmavar MLA Jayaprakash Hegde, after he inspected the work in progress on Monday, along with other officials. The contractors were told on the spot to engage additional workforce so that the bridge could be ready well within the deadline. Zilla panchayat president B N Shankar Poojary, Barkur Shantaram Shetty, B Bhujanga Shetty, Govindaraj Hegde, Vijayakumar Udyavar, Jnana Vasant Shetty and others were present on the occasion.

Moodbidri : Procession of Holy Cross Held with Faith and Piety

Report by : Jaison Soares, Taccode with Vinod Nazareth - Vantage Infotech for Daijiworld News Network - Moodbidri (MB)

Moodbidri, Sep 4: The ICYM Diamond Jubilee Cross was handed over to the youth of Moodbidri Varado here on September 3.

Over 2,250 people from the whole varado took part in the orderly procession with a devotional spirit. Moodbidri varado youth director Fr Anil D’souza and Moodbidri deanery vicar Fr Alban along with varado youth president Praveen Hospet, secretary Godwin Menezes Gantalkatte &and Central Council representative Kevin Misquith Suratkal and Central Council treasurer Ashwin Jossy Pereira Gantalkatte received the Cross from the youth leaders and youth director of Beltangady varado.

Four devotional tableaux were part of the procession. The Cross was carried in a decorated vehicle, accompanied by two music bands and hundreds of altar boys. While in most varados, only the youth take the iniative, here people of all ages participated in the procession.

Taccode parish priest Fr Hilary Lobo gave a meaningful homily on the Holy Cross. Most of the Central Council members gathered in Moodbidri as this programme had been eagerly looked forward to.

Moodbidri varado Youth president co-ordinated the programme awith the help of all parish priests and Youth Leaders. This programme was a grand success and made a good impression in the minds of non-Christians also.

Karkala: Family of Four Including Two Kids Commits Suicide near Kabbinale

Daijiworld News Network - Karkala (GA) Karkala, Sep 4: In a shocking and heart-rending incident, a Brahmin family of four ended their life on Monday September 4 morning by jumping into a pond at Gundchi near Kabbinale here. Chandrashekhar (37), his wife Vanajakshi (32), children Ananya (5) and Amogh (11-month-old) of Gundchi ended their life by jumping into a nearby pond. They said to have jumped into the pond in the small hours of Monday. Chandrashekhar was an agriculturist by profession. On Sunday night he called his brother Shantakumar around 11 and asked him come to his house on Monday morning to feed cattle. He told that, he was sick, so he is not able to get up early in the morning. Accordingly, Shantakumar had come to Chandrashekar's house quite early on Monday morning. But when he arrived, he found that front door was open. He went in, but did not find anyone in the house. He immediately informed the neighbours about this, who came rushed to the house and started searching for the family members. At first they found Chandrashekar's shawl floating in the pond. So when they searched in the water, they found all the four bodies. Chandrashekhar had married Vanajakshi 6 years ago. The couple had two children. The sources also said that he was suffering from asthma. So far nothing is known about the suicide. Reasons for suicide too are not yet known. While some are of the opinion that Chandrashekar had a huge amount of loan, some others said that his weak health might have prompted him to take this extreme step. The police have registered a case in this regard.

Bangalore: Infosys Mentor Murthy to Help City Retain Top IT Slot

New IndPress Bangalore, Sep 4: Burying the hatchet with the Karnataka government over the development of Bangalore, Infosys Technologies chief mentor N R Narayana Murthy has agreed to head a vision group to help the city retain its pre-eminent IT slot. Murthy, who stepped down as chairman of the country's second largest IT bellwether in July, has accepted the offer of Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy to head the IT vision group and shape the state's IT vision. According to the chief minister's office, Murthy agreed to accept the offer in a letter to Kumaraswamy last week. "I am grateful to you for inviting me to chair the state IT vision group. It will be a privilege and pleasure to do so," Murthy stated in his acceptance letter. It may be recalled Kumaraswamy had invited the IT czar to head the vision group during his address at the silver jubilee celebrations of Infosys in Mysore July 31. "The state government would like to benefit from Murthy's vision, his enormous experience and desire to work for Karnataka after his retirement," Kumaraswamy said on that occasion. Murthy had resigned from the post of non-executive chairman of the Bangalore International Airport Limited in November last following a spat with Kumaraswamy's father and former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda. He relented to head the IT vision group after he found the "young and dynamic" chief minister committed to the development of knowledge-based industries in the state and retaining Bangalore's edge in the IT sector. "Murthy had consented to chair the vision group at a meeting with the chief secretary (B K Das) and IT department officials at a meeting Aug 25, where issues related to the growth of IT and knowledge-based industries were discussed," said IT secretary Anup Poojary. In the run-up to the Bangalore IT event next month-end, the vision group will be meeting soon to chalk out a time-bound programme to promote knowledge-based industries and showcase the state's eco-system to prospective investors. "The government is keen to replicate the success of Bangalore in the knowledge sector in secondary cities across the state by creating an enabling environment, including infrastructure, connectivity and logistics," Poojary told IANS here on Sunday. While the vision group on biotechnology (BT), headed by Biocon chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, will continue to function separately, the IT vision group will focus on implementing the state's millennium IT policy announced in 2000 under the then IT-savvy chief minister S M Krishna. Accounting for 37 percent of the country's total IT exports of Rs.1, 008 billion ($22.4 billion) in the last fiscal (2005-06), Karnataka retained its top slot by exporting software services and hardware goods to the tune of Rs.401 billion ($8.9 billion). As India's silicon hub, Bangalore alone contributed for Rs.366 billion ($8.14 billion), registering a year-on-year growth of 36 percent over the previous fiscal (2005). With the booming IT sector sustaining the growth rate in the current fiscal (2006-07), the state-owned software technology parks of India (STPI) has projected IT exports from Karnataka at Rs.490-500 billion ($10.9-11.1 billion) by March 31, 2007. About 1,200 tech firms, including about 500 multinationals employ about 375,000 people, including 170,000 in the IT-enabled services such as call centres and business process outsourcing services (BPO). In terms of investments, the state has attracted 201 IT firms during the last fiscal (FY 2006), including 124 foreign equity companies, with a combined investment of Rs 27.61 billion ($614 million). "At the rate of four new companies every week, the STPI units have been growing at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 13 percent. About 10 foreign equity firms were approved every month in the last fiscal," STPI director B V Naidu recalled. In order to ensure Bangalore remains the preferred IT destination, the government is setting up 1,400-acre hardware technology park near the upcoming international airport at Devanahalli and has earmarked 500 acres each at Bidadi and Dobbaspet on the outskirts of the city for setting up new software companies. As per the McKinsey-Nasscom report, Karnataka is projected to achieve $20 billion IT exports by 2010; with about 500,000 employed in the industry, including IT enabled services/BPO segments.

Bantwal: Flag Hoisting Issue - Brothers Assaulted at Farangipet

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Bantwal, Sep 4: A group of more than 12 people assaulted two brothers at Farangipet near here on Sunday September 3 night over a flag hoisting issue.

Dawood and Ayub who own a scrap goods shop at Farangipet were assaulted with wooden clubs and sabres on Sunday night when they were going home after closing their shop. A group of nearly 15 persons who came on a Santro car, a mobile and a Maruti car assaulted the brothers and left them bleeding by the roadside near the fish market at Farangipet.

As a result, both Dawood and Ayub sustained serious injuries and are now admitted to a private hospital at Mangalore. The Bantwal rural police who have registered a complaint in this regard are hunting for the culprits.

It is said that the assault was in connection with avenging some old rivalry. On Independence Day, a few miscreants had filled in paper pieces in the flag. When the flag was hoisted, the gathered had come to know about this. However, this issue was solved amicably later. It is said that Dawood and Ayub had stood with the teacher who was linked with the incident. So some sources said that this assault was carried out to settle score with both of them.

World-renowned Australian "crocodile hunter" and television environmentalist Steve Irwin killed accidently

AP, 4th Sep 2006, 12:30IST BRISBANE, Australia - Steve Irwin, the hugely popular Australian television personality and environmentalist known as the "Crocodile Hunter," was killed Monday by a stingray during a diving expedition. He was 44. Irwin was filming an underwater documentary on the Great Barrier Reef in northeastern Queensland state when he was stung, Sydney's The Daily Telegraph newspaper reported on its Web site. He collapsed at Batt Reef, near Low Isle and the resort town of Port Douglas, Queensland state police said in a statement. Port Douglas is about 1,260 miles north of Brisbane, the state capital. A rescue helicopter rushed to the scene but Irwin had died, the statement said. Queensland ambulance service spokesman Bob Hamil confirmed that a diver had been killed by a stingray off Lowe Isles Reef and said cause of death appeared to be a "stingray strike to the chest." Irwin was famous for his enthusiasm for wildlife and his catchword "Crikey!" in his television program "Crocodile Hunter," which was first broadcast in Australia in 1992 and has aired around the world on the Discovery channel. He rode his image into a feature film, and developed the Australia Zoo as a tourist attraction. Irwin had received some negative publicity in recent years. In January 2004, he stunned onlookers at the Australia Zoo reptile park by carrying his month-old son into a crocodile pen during a wildlife show. He tucked the infant under one arm while tossing the 13-foot reptile a piece of meat with the other. Authorities declined to charge Irwin for violating safety regulations. Later that year, he was accused of getting too close to penguins, a seal and humpback whales in Antarctica while making a documentary. Irwin denied any wrongdoing, and an Australian Environment Department investigation recommended no action be taken. Irwin was also seen as a vocal critic of wildlife hunts in Australia. The federal government recently dropped plans to allow crocodile safaris for wealthy tourists in the Northern Territory following his vehement objections. Irwin told the Australian television program "A Current Affair" that "killing one of our beautiful animals in the name of trophy hunting will have a very negative impact on tourism, which scares the living daylights out of me." He is survived by his American wife Terri, from Eugene, Ore., and their daughter Bindi Sue, 8, and son Bob, who will turn 3 in December. Foreign Minister Alexander Downer, who used a photograph of his family at Australia Zoo for his official Christmas card last year, hailed Irwin for his work in promoting Australia through projects such as "G'Day LA," an Australian tourism and trade promotion week in Los Angeles in January. "The minister knew him, was fond of him and was very, very appreciative of all the work he'd done to promote Australia overseas," Downer's spokesman Tony Parkinson said. Stingrays have flat bodies and tails with serrated spines, which contain venom and can cause cuts and puncture wounds. The creatures are not aggressive and injury usually occurs when a swimmer or diver accidentally steps on one.

Mangalore: Charming Young Girl Breathes Life on Canvas

Roshni Rebello

By Viju Mangalore - Daijiworld Mangalore September 4, 2006 What takes a budding talent to bloom and bear fruits? Ask charming and dynamic Roshni Rebello and the answer is instant, “encouragement and support.” Young Roshni’s talent is a witness to this truth. She paints life into pictures. She adds beauty to colours and liveliness on the still canvas. Daughter of Alwyn and Elfreeda Rebello of Kadri Toll Gate, Mangalore, child Roshni showed great enthusiasm in sketching. “My dad saw that I was interested in art and put me in BGM Fine Arts, the famous art school in city. It was this strong foundation that made me nurture this God-given talent,” Roshni said. A BCom graduate from St Agnes College and MBA (Finance) degree holder from Mangalore University, Roshni currently works in Symphony Services, Bangalore. Her passion is for colours and this compels her steal time from her hectic schedules for painting. ‘A thing of beauty is joy forever’ is a saying that holds good to Roshni’s work. Any scene or picture that catches her sharp eyes is replicated on the canvas. Such is her talent that on weekends painting becomes her favourite hobby. “God has blessed me with this wonderful talent of painting and has given me the patience and perseverance to go ahead in this field, admits this modest girl, who is every indebted to her parents for recognizing her potential. Oil on canvas is her specialty and B G Mohammed and his three sons Shabeer, Kabirand Shamir all renowned artists of Mangalore were tutors who offered her excellent training. Roshni’s painting is a picturesque journey into certain aspects of the surrounding. Her dream is to reach the pinnacle of success in her personal life and career. Daijiworld wishes her the best in her life and wishes that her excellent paintings enhance touch many more hearts.

Airline Cos Eyeing Mangalore and Hyderabad for Cargo Business

from daijiworld's special correspondent in Goa Varca (Goa), Sep 4: The airlines companies are looking at greenfield airports like Mangalore and Hyderabad with much optimism to promote growth in the aviation cargo. "Aviation cargo has huge potential which needs to be tapped. Airport infrastructure will work in the right direction," stated Vasudevan Thulasidas, chairman and managing director, Air India, said. Air India's cargo share is totaled to 10 per cent and is expecting to further it in the months to come. "Aviation sector has enough space and we need to fill it with cargo," Thulasidas said. Thulasidas, who was down in Goa to address national conference on "logistic" organized by Goa Institute of Management (GIM), said that while growth in airlines passengers is pegged at 20 per cent, it is not reflected in the cargo business. "Airport infrastructure is being upgraded and greenfield airports like Mangalore and Hyderabad will add to the infrastructure," he said. The airlines experts feel that aviation cargo industry is growing at 8 per cent per annum rate and it will continue growing at this pace till 2010. And while big business houses talk about getting into a business of retailing, the aviation industry feels that they will have to share a major role in this endeavor. "Faster movements of goods, especially perishable ones, is what retailing needs," Thulasidas stated.

Mangalore: 'Pacific Princess' Reaches City's Port on its Second Voyage

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) Mangalore, Sep 4: Pacific Princess, the cruise liner which made its voyage to the city just a few days ago, touched the New Mangalore Port on a second visit on Sunday September 3. It carried 623 passengers and 384 crew on board. According to a press release issued by New Mangalore Port Trust traffic manager S Gopalakrishna, a second batch of as many as 206 passengers went sight-seeing to 1,000 pillar Basadi at Moodbidri, Bahubali statue at Karkala, Soans Farms, cashew processing units, St Aloysius Chapel and Gokarnanatha Temple. The passengers then boarded the vessel which set sail at 1 pm and will anchor next at Phuket, Thailand.

Karkala: Goods worth Rs 2 Lac Stolen from Computer Centre

Daijiworld News Network - Karkala (GA) Karkala, Sep 4: Goods and valuables worth Rs 2 lac were stolen from a computer centre at Joduraste near here in the small hours of Saturday September 2. The thieves who entered the printers and PC section have decamped with 4 computers, laser printer, scanner and other gadgets. The thieves broke open the shutters and entered the shop. They have also decamped with lock of the shop. The finger print experts have already visited the spot. Town police have registered a case in this regard.

Mangalore: Cops Recover Revolver – Fake Lokayukta Seal Manufacturer Held

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (VM)

Mangalore, Sep 4: As investigation progresses briskly in the impersonation case which came to light in the city last week, the police have recovered a revolver and 7 bullets and also a tiger skin from the main accused Kiran.

During interrogation on Sunday, Sep 3, Kiran disclosed that he had obtained a fake Lokayukta seal from Active Rubber Stamp Vendor Anil Kini (24). Based on this information, the cops arrested Anil.

Mangalore: Teachers’ Day to Become Mourning Day

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (VM) Mangalore, Sep 4: While children wait impatiently and plan tirelessly on how to make Teachers’ Day memorable, the teachers plan to observe the day as Mourning Day. In response to the call given by All India Federation of University and College Teachers Organization (AIFUCTO), the teachers’ day will be observed as Mourning Day. The Federation of University and College Teachers Association in Karnataka (FUCTAK) said that it will observe Teachers Day (Sep5) as Mourning Day to condemn the brutal killing of Prof Harbhajan Singh Sabharwal of Madhav College at Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh by certain anti-social forces. FUCTAK president Prof A M Narahari said that the college teachers all over Karnataka will sage a dharna in their respective colleges during the lunch hours.

Puttur: Thieves Burgle 5 Shops Overnight in Nelyadi

Daijiworld News Network – Puttur/ Nelyadi (VM) Puttur, Sep 3: Miscreants burgled five shops overnight! This may sound far from truth. But on Saturday night thieves burgled 5 shops in Nelyadi and have stolen goods worth lacs of rupees. Among the shops was a jeweler’s shop and medical store. The thieves, who operated in a very well planned sequence, broke open the locks and in few places tore open the shutters to gain entry into the shops. Vanishree Jewelers, Christ Medicals, a CD vending shop in Bhadriya Commercial Complex, a cloth shop and a hardware shop were the shops which were burgled.

Mysore: Bangalore Man Alone Lifted 23 bikes!

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Mysore, Sep 3: The City Crime Branch has achieved a major breakthrough in the detection of motorbike thefts when they arrested a person in city recently and recovered from him 23 vehicles stolen from various parts of the city and also in Bangalore worth about Rs 10 lac.

Police Commissioner Praveen Sood said that the two-wheelers include 12 Hero Honda Splendour, one Hero Honda Passion Plus, five Bajaj Pulsar, two Yamaha RX, one Yamaha Enticer and two Honda Activa.

The accused is Mohammed Abrar Ul-Haq alias Abbu, 29, a resident of Iliayasnagar near J P Nagar in Bangalore. He is a native of Gargeshwari in T Narasipur.

The vehicles were stolen in various police station limits — six in Devaraja, four in Lashkar, one in Mandi, three in NR, two in Saraswatipuram, two in KR all in city, three in Commercial Street police station limits, one in High Grounds and one in Ulsoor, all in Bangalore, he said.

The accused had sold the vehicles in rural areas after changing the number plates. The original owners of the said vehicles have been located and the vehicles would be returned to them through the Court after a week, said Sood.

Kundapur: Boat Capsizes Injuring Four Fishermen

Daijiworld News Network – Kundapur (VM) Kundapur, Sep 3: Four fishermen who were caught in the waves while fishing in the sea are reported seriously injured. Residents of Bijadi-Gopady, near Koteshwar Shankar (35), Sanjeeva (52), Anand (45) and Raghu (30) had gone on a boat for fishing. Their boat was at the mercy of the strong waves and damaged. The fishermen who were thrown into the sea suffered injuries as they fought hard to gain control on the boat. However they managed to swim to the shore. The boat has been destroyed and the loss has been estimated at Rs 3 lac.

Mangalore: Green Signal Likely for Kudroli Abattoir

Times of India Pics by Dayanand Kukkaje Mangalore, Sep 3: The abattoir at Kudroli, which was closed on grounds of noncompliance of environment norms, is likely to be opened for operations as Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) official Jayaprakash has expressed satisfaction over the facilities available at the abattoir. Jayaprakash, who visited the slaughterhouse on the instructions from the board, was accompanied by mayor K Ashraf and MCC commissioner Krishnappa Poojary. The abattoir was closed down following the orders of the KSPCB when it found that the Corporation had failed to comply with the facilities that the Board had specified to check environment pollution. The major cause of concern was the release of waste to the open drain which connected to the river alongside the abattoir. Following instructions from the Board, the Corporation had initiated action by constructing additional silt tank, toilets, and laying granite slabs all over the place. The Board had then given permission to run the slaughterhouse for two months between April and June after which it again ordered its closure stating that shifting of the abattoir was the only option with them. However, the commissioner had written to the Board requesting more time as the proposed project of constructing a new abattoir on the outskirts of the city had taken a beating due to varied reasons. In the meantime, the Board on Saturday sent its official Jayaprakash to inspect the abattoir to check if the environment norms are complied. A report from him is expected to reach the Board soon following which the slaughterhouse may be allowed to function for a couple of months. The closure of the abattoir has badly hit the contractor who bid for managing the slaughterhouse for a period of one year. The corporation officials refuse to comment on the future course of action.

Mangalore: Families get Compensation for Land Lost to Airport Expansion

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (VM) Mangalore, Sep 3: Compensation to those who lost their land during the expansion of Bajpe` airport was handed over by in-charge minister for the district B Nagaraj Shetty on Saturday.

The minister who gave away the title deeds for the new sites and monetary compensation to 46 families said that a committee has been formed to look into the injustice done to some people in the distribution of compensation in Sidarthnagar and Sauhardanagar villages.

He added that the committee meeting will be held on Sep 9 and justice will be given to the people.

As many as 46 displaced were given title deeds for the new sites besides Rs 57,800. However, two senior citizens among them received Rs 70,000.

Suratkal MLA Krishna J Palemar, Vittal MLA Padmanabha Kottari, HQA A G Bhat, Assistant Commissioner Krishnamurthy and Tahsildar Ramachandra were present.

Bangalore: Narayana Murthy to Head Vision Group on IT

PTI Bangalore, Sep 3: In what is seen as a major moral boost to the information sector in Karnataka, software icon and chief mentor of Infosys, N R Narayana Murthy has accepted the government's offer to head the Vision Group on IT and provide guidance to the sector in the state. "I am grateful to you for inviting me to chair the State Vision Group. It will be both a privilege and pleasure to do so," Murthy said in a letter dated August 26 to chief minister H D Kumaraswamy. It was released by the chief minister's office on Saturday.

Udupi: LIC Udupi Division Tops in ‘Bima Schools’ Scheme

Deccan Herald Udupi, Sep 3: The Udupi division of Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India has finalised as many as 130 “Bima Schools” during the year 2005-06 thus occupying Number 1 position in the country, said M C Humberi, the Marketing Head for Udupi division. Addressing a press conference as a part of golden jubilee celebrations of the LIC here on Saturday, he said the concept of Bima School was launched for bringing about insurance consciousness amongst the future citizens of the country (children). Similarly, the Udupi division finalised as many as 71 “Bima Gramas” during the year 2005-06 and the division was one among the top four in the country. “The concept of Bima Gram was conceived with a view to have greater thrust and penetration in the rural areas. In fact, a grant of Rs 25,000 is given to each Bima Gram,” Humberi said and added that one of the main conditions for a village to be declared as Bima Gram is that at least 75 per cent of households should possess insurance policies and the population of the village should be between 1,000 and 5,000. Giving details about the policies, Humberi said the Udupi division sold a record 1, 17,561 Bima Gold policies, a close ended plan which closed on March 31, 2006. Similarly, the division sold 90,804 policies and emerged as the Number 1 division in the zone (comprising the states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh) in absolute volume. This apart, the amount mobilised through First Premium Income was to the tune of Rs 89.55 crore placing the division in the top position in the zone. “All our branch offices settled all maturity and survival benefit claims during the year 2005-06 and achieved ‘Nil’ outstanding status for the third consecutive year.” Speaking on the occasion, Senior Divisional Manager Surendra Behra said that all the 2,048 branch offices of LIC are connected through network enabling the policyholders to pay premium in any branch office. Premiums can also be paid through internet and ATMs of Corporation Bank and UTI Bank. This apart, the policyholders can also register in the portal at website www.licindia.com to avail of certain services including payment of premium. Satellite Sampark offices have been opened in select centres to offer customer interface services like new business processing, premium collection and to provide information on policies. Plans are also on the anvil to open Satellite Sampark offices at Moodbidri and Holalkere (Chitradurga), he said.

Mangalore: Popular ‘Nehru Maidan Ganeshotsava’ Comes to a Glittery End

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (VM), pics by Dayanand Kukkaje

Mangalore, Sep 3: The popular and the grandest Ganeshotava celebration of the city is held on Nehru Maidan annually. The week-long festivities which include both religious and cultural programmes came to an end on Saturday, Sep 1 with the immersion of the idol of Lord Ganesha.

The spectacular event was the procession which began from the maidan at 8 pm and moved on the major roads of the city to Mahamahi temple, Car street.

Led by 11 colourful tableaux the decked up idol of Lord Ganesh was taken in a procession. Thousands of devotees participated in the procession offering poojas and chanting bhajans. Several entertainment troupes were also a part of the procession.

While traffic was diverted on the major roads, police security and monitoring resulted in smooth organization of the event.

Mangalore: Former CSI Bishop D P Shettian (74) Passes away

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (MB)

Mangalore, Sep 3: Protestant Church of South India (CSI) South Karnataka diocese's former Bishop D P Shettian (74) passed away here on Saturday, September 2, following a brief illness.

Bishop Shettian had risen to the high post after having served for 44 years. He was a prolific orator and inspiring community leader who had earned high respect and admiration from people of different communities.

Born in Kallianpur, Udupi on June 29, 1932, he had completed his TCH teaching diploma in 1952 and taught in Basel Mission schools in Karnad-Mulki and Ullal. Between 1953-57, he studied Theology in the then Basel Mission Seminary. Between 1957-1960, he taught at Santur UBMC School and also served as pastor there.

Having studied Bachelor of Divinity in United Theological College, Bangalore in 1960-61, later he obtained a post-graduate degree in Sociology from the University of Mysore. Thereafter, he served as pastor for a short while in UBMC church, Haleangady.

In 1972, he was appointed pastor of the CSI Shanti Cathedral. He also held additional charge as CSI south Karnataka province's treasurer and of Panambur, Beltangady and Krishnapur churches.

Raised to the post of Bishop in 1989, he served the south Karnataka diocese, comprising the revenue districts of Dakshina Kannada (Mangalore), Udupi, Kodagu, Mysore, Mandya, Chikmagalur, Hassan and Chamarajnagar, until 1997.

Besides, the late Bishop had held several responsible offices during the period of his active vocation.

He is survived by wife, three sons and a daughter. His funeral rites will be held in the evening of Sunday, September 2 in Shanti Cathedral, Balmatta in the city.

Karkala’s Renita D’Silva Makes it to Japan as Junior Ambassador

By Viju Mangalore - Daijiworld.com Mangalore

September 3, 2006 “It is a life-time experience!” exclaimed Renita on her return from Japan. Twelve-year-old daughter of John R D’Silva and Anitha D’Silva of Sanoor Post, Karkala taluk was one of the Junior Ambassador who has participated in 18th Asian – Pacific Children’s Convention in Fukuoka, Japan. Being one of the eight participants from India, Renita was the only participant from South India. The Asian Pacific Children’s Convention (APCC) was started as a grass-roots international exchange program to commemorate the Asian-Pacific Exposition: Fukuoka’89, held in Fukuoka city in 1989. APCC each summer welcomes children from countries and regions in Asia and the Pacific. Each spring, the children of Fukuoka visit the homelands of the Junior Ambassadors under a special mission project. Renita was one privileged Junior Ambassador and visited Japan between Jul 12 and 26, 2006. She flew the Indian flag high in Japan and also was announced the Best Junior Ambassador from India. One among the 332 Junior Ambassadors from 46 nations, Renita was nominated by Junior Chamber International, Karkala to participate in this convention and was promoted by Zone President Zone XV. A student of Sri Madbhuvanendra English Medium High School, Karkala, this young ambassador had the most memorable experiences out there in Japan, where she won the heartfelt friendship with children of Fukuoka, their families and local residents. In Japan Renita introduced India, its people, culture, festivals, languages, primary education in India at the APCC. She visited schools to study their teaching methods, stayed with a Japanese family to watch their lifestyle. Renita, an avid sportsperson narrated shared her experiences and observations in Japan with Daijiworld “For the first four days in Japan we stayed at Marine house along with the fellow junior ambassadors from 46 nations of Asia and Pacific. We all played together and learnt many things about other countries. Main motto of this programme is to introduce our culture to the fellow junior ambassadors of other countries. We gave a dance programme, shared our views about culture of different countries. I got opportunity to meet the Indian Embassy in Japan. We had tea with him.” Renita has cherished memories of her week-long stay with a host family, who sponsored her. “The family,” said Renita, “included a grandmother, father, mother and two daughters, who cared for me just like their daughter. I used to call them as mummy daddy and sisters. I played with them, went out for shopping, and visited many places. I liked them very much. They too liked me as I adjusted well with them. Even now we are in touch by emails. “ What fascinated this 12-year-old was the time sense of the Japanese “They arrive to the hall for a programme just before 5 minutes. After the programme they would not stay even for 5 minutes. Even at home the cooking begins just before 30 minutes of having food. With in one hour they finish off everything,” observed Renita who had developed high regard to the elements of discipline and respect the Japanese inherit. The roads of Japan, Renita explained, were so clean. “They don’t through waste everywhere, and separate dustbins are kept for throwing wastes by the side of roads. They maintain clean at homes also.” Her visit to schools with her sister of host family provided her an opportunity to study the teaching in Japan. “At school children can study whatever they want. There is no restrictions whatsoever and students are provided with computer, TV, phone etc. There are no strict rules. Even if students talk aloud and make noise in classrooms while teaching is going, they are not stopped.” For young Renita, the visit was a rich learning and growing experience. “I had a very good time at Japan. If anybody asks me which country is better, Japan or India? In Some ways India is better and Japan in other ways. But if India overcome the problems like corruption, indiscipline, laziness, harassment and the other anti social activities India will be the better country,” she opines. Renita, a talented girl is a dancer and has bagged several prizes and awards in sports and other activities. “There were some rules to be followed at Japan. The Jas are not to be in contact with their parents and others by phone or email, while in Japan. Though some of the JAs broken this rule, Renita never tried to contact us, John D’Silva said adding that she neither showed signs of homesickness nor wept like other children. “ The proud parents who have trained and offered her all encouragement have seen the growth in her she returned from her foreign visit. Renita’s dedication, hardwork and determination is what took her to such heights at this young age. A model to other children, Karkala’s Renita is sure to inspire hundreds of Indians to be proud Junior Ambassadors to the world.

Mangalore: Four More ‘Lokayukta Officials’ Arrested by DCIB

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (VM)

Mangalore, Sep 3: Four more persons have been arrested related to the case of extorting money from MCC official in the guise of lokayukta officials.

The four who were interrogated by the Bangalore police found Rs 75,000 cash and four mobile phones.

On Aug 19, three persons demanded 12, 50,000 from MCC officer by entering into his house in the guise of lokayukta officers. The district crime investigation bureau and the anti-rowdy squad under the leadership of Tilakchandra arrested Kiran (33), a resident of Ashoknagar and Nitesh alias Neetu (30) of Bejai. A sum of Rs 10, 25,000 was obtained from them.

In the same case, the District Crime Intelligence Bureau on Saturday arrested four persons from Bangalore on charge of impersonating as Lokayukta officials and raiding the house of government servants.

The accused are Chittaranjan Das (63) and Solomon Sandeep (26), residents of CSI Quarters, and Basavaraj and Chandrashekar alias Rajanna (45) from Jalahalli Cross.

Police have seized Rs. 75,000 and four mobile phones from them.

Is Mallika Sherawat Just 25 ?

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Mumbai, Sep 1: The lady in the picture is Reema Lamba. Confused as to who she is?

Well Reema Lamba is none other than the now rechristened Mallika Sherawat. If you are wondering how old this snap is, then let us clear your doubt.

The picture was taken in 1995, when Miss Sherawat a.k.a Reema Lamba was a part of the crew of Air India. The only point to ponder about is her age.

Mallika's age when the picture was clicked was 23. But her present age, she prefers to tell the world is 24, as her declared date of birth is 24th October 1981. So has Mallika just grown one year old in the past decade? And here we are certainly not talking about her growth as an actress.

So if 11 years back she was 23, how old is she now? Well, our guess is as good as yours. Mallika can definitely teach a thing or two on how to age gracefully considering she still looks very young.

Mallika has Pyaar Ke Side Effects coming up soon. All we wish her is that her age does not have any side effects on her career and she continues to be as sexy as she is now for many more years to come.

Puttur: Maurice Gonsalves Looted of Rs 1.5 Lac by Diverting Attention

Daijiworld News Network - Puttur (GA) Puttur, Sep 2: In another attention diversion case, one Maurice Gonsalves of Bannur was looted of Rs 1.5 lac in cash by a young man here recently. Maurice Gonsalves who is the former vice-president Bannur parish council had drawn Rs 1.49 lac from a bank and was on his way home. The money was availed as loan by him. He had kept the money in an envelope and had gone to drink tender coconut to a petty shop beside the road. He kept the cover on a bench there and was drinking tender coconut when a boy who came there showed mud on Maurice's shirt. Seeing this, Maurice went to a nearby place to clean his shirt. But by then, the boy had disappeared with the money. Though people in the vicinity tried to locate the boy, he was not be seen anywhere. Later Maurice filed a case with the police in this regard.

Udupi: Kudi Vasanth Shetty Bags State-level 'Best Teacher Award'

Daijiworld News Network - Udupi (GA)

Udupi, Sep 2: Kudi Vasanth Shetty, headmaster of Shri Vishnumurthy High School, Kudi has been chosen for the state-level "Best Teacher" award.

Vasanth Shetty is the head master of the school eversince it was upgraded to high school in 1980. He is also the president of District High School Head Teachers' and PU Principals' Association. He is the resource person with the Mangalore University and has trained number of teachers in many subjects.

During his tenure has head master, the school has climbed the ladder of success in various fields. Academically too the school has scaled great heights. Out of 24 SSLC batches, 8 have secured 100% results while 13 have come out with more than 95% results. More than half the students pass with distinction and first class marks every year.

The students have been provided with ample opportunities to involve themselves in co-curricular activities such as Carnatic music, scouts, yoga classes, yakshagana etc. Free afternoon meal (congy) is something special in Kudi high school.

The award will be presented at a gala function to be held at Belgaum on Tuesday September 5.

Mangalore: Rickshaw Unions Oppose Revised Fare - Decide not to Implement

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) Mangalore, Sep 2: Most of the rickshaw owners' and drivers' associations have opposed the implementation of revised fare and have decided not to implement it for the next one week. Addressing a press conference here Dakshina Kannada Autorickshaw Drivers' Association president Ivan D'Souza said that the RTA, while revising the fare has not taken into the consideration the demands placed by the rickshaw unions. He said that the district administration has meted out injustice to auto drivers with 10% hike in the fare. As per the revised fare the commuters will have to pay Rs 11 as minimum fare, that is, for the first 1.5 kilometres and Rs 7 for the subsequent kilometres. However, Ivan said that they had demanded for Rs 12 for the first 1.5 kilometres and Rs 7.50 for the subsequent kilometres. He further said that they would give one week's time to the administration to consider their demands and till then they will not implement the revised fare. "If administration fails in doing justice to us, we would chalk out the future course of action," he added.

Mangalore: Order on Vande Mataram Opposed

The Hindu Mangalore, Sep 2: The Jamaat-e-Islami Hind's Mangalore unit has opposed the order of the State Government making the singing of "Vande Mataram" compulsory in the schools. According to a press release from the organisation here on Friday, the Vande Mataram song included conditions that contradict "Tauheed" or principles of "omnipotence" as it glorifies the creation and sidelines the creator. The release stated that the country was created by human beings for their convenience that had to respected. Terming Vande Mataram as a "controversial song" the Jamaat-e-Islami Hind stated that the State and the country that worked under democracy could not impose the practice "unacceptable" methods of nationalism. The Jamaat-E-Islami considered this as an attempt to challenge certain sections of the society, the release added.

Mangalore: Two Young Men pulled out from Bus and Assaulted at Pumpwell

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) - pics - Dayanand Kukkaje

Mangalore, Sep 2: Some unidentified persons pulled out two Muslim persons from a moving bus and assaulted them at Pumpwell here on Saturday September 2 morning.

Anif (21) and Harrys (19), residents of Farnagipet were assaulted on Saturday after they were forced out of a government bus they were travelling in. Though details are not yet available about the people who assaulted these two young men, it is said that the group attacked them under the pretext that they were troubling and teasing female passengers on bus.

The group which forced Anif and Harrys to come out of the bus, the, assaulted them with bottles and wooden clubs. Though they also wanted to attack another person, he managed to escape. However, Anis and Harrys sustained injuries. Anif has sustained critical injuries and is admitted in ICU in a private hospital here. The incident took place around 9 am.

The Kankanady police have registered a case in this regard.

Mangalore: Mangala Cooperative Society President Annayya Sherigar Resigns

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF)

Mangalore, Sep 2: K Annayya Sherigar has resigned from the post of president of Mangala Credit Cooperative Society.

Speaking to press persons here on Friday September 1, Sherigar cited several reasons like insufficient cooperation from the directors and District Credit Cooperative Bank, pressure to resign and rumours against him.

He further revealed that during the audit of the Society, misappropriation of fund was noticed which led the directors to suspend the general manager without any explanation. When the audit report was published in the press, many depositors withdrew their deposits.

This led to many problems within the Society and he was forced to resign.

Mangalore: Girls can Cycle Their Way to School from September 6

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore - pics - Dayanand Kukkaje

Mangalore, Sep 2: "It is the responsibility of the head teachers of the school to see that the bicycles provided by the state government to the poor high school girls are used properly and judiciously. In other words, they will be responsible for any misuse," said Shankarappa, deputy director of the department of public instructions.

He was speaking at a press conference held at Bikarnakatta higher primary school here on Friday September 1. He briefed the media about the distribution of bicycles, teachers' day celebration etc at the press conference.

Bicycles will be distributed from Wednesday September 6. A formal function in this regard will be held at Town Hall wherein, district in-charge minister B Nagaraj Shetty will distribute bicycles. In the first phase a total of 1,842 will be distributed will be distributed to students from the taluk. Cycle to students from other taluks will be distributed in the next phase, he said.

SSA officials Jayashekhar Moses, Geeta, Sridhar Brommori, Subrahmanya Sharma, Ramachandra Gowda and others were also present at the press conference.

Mangalore: Two Persons Arrested for Illegal Sale Cattle Meat

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA)

Mangalore, Sep 2: The police have arrested a father-son duo for illegal sale of beef at Kulur near here on Friday September 1.

The arrested have been identified as Usman (60) and his son Sirajuddin (19), resident of Rayikatte near here. The police have seized 19 kilograms of beef, a Cielo car, a Honda Activa scooter and a mobile phone from the accused.

The accused were selling beef near Kulur Bridge on Friday. Bajrang Dal activists received this news and some of them approached the father-son duo as customers and bought meet. Once it was clear that it was beef, they passed news to Kavoor police. Accordingly police seized the vehicle and arrested the accused.

It is said that Sirajuddin used to bring meet on Cielo vehicle which was later sold door-to-door on scooter by his father Usman. However, police are not yet sure whether they were also involved in illegal slaughter of cattle or they used to bring it from somewhere else.

Kundapur Origin Sr Noreen Bags National Award for Teachers

Kundapur Origin Sr Noreen Bags National Award for Teachers

Dr. Eugene D’Souza for Daijiworld News Network Mumbai

Mumbai, Sep 2: Sr. Noreen of Apostolic Carmel has been selected among others for the National Awards for Teachers this year. These awards will be presented by The President of India, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on the occasion of Teachers' Day on 5th September 2006 at a function to be held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.

September 5th is celebrated as Teachers’ Day every year in the memory of Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, India’s second President and a committed educationist. The National Awards for Teachers are given away every year to teachers who have excelled in their vocation. The Central Government gives away these awards on the basis of recommendations by respective State Governments and educational organisations.

For her meritorious and dedicated work in the field of education Sr. Noreen was recommended by the Government of Uttar Pradesh for this prestigious national level teachers award.

Sister Noreen comes from a large well-known and devout family of Pius Nagar in Kundapur. She is fourth among thirteen children of late Julian Fernandes(Jillu Master) and late Pauline Fernandes. They are altogether five brothers and eight sisters. (One of her brothers, William Fernandes expired recently).

Sr. Noreen was born on 2nd November 1947. Before joining the Apostolic Carmel Convent in 1965, she was known as Nelly Fernandez.

Sr. Noreen was a brilliant and dedicated student. Right from her childhood she admired the work done by the nuns in the field of education and decided to join the religious order. After completing her primary and secondary education at St. Joseph’s Girl’s High School at Kundapur, she joined the Apostolic Carmel Convent in 1965. After completing her training as a nun, Sr. Noreen went on for further studies and graduated from St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi in 1980.

As she was keen in taking up teaching assignment, Sr. Noreen acquired B.Ed. degree from St. Anne’s College of Education at Mangalore in 1981. Along with the teaching assignment, Sr. Noreen acquired M.A. degree in English literature from the Kanpur University in 1984.

Sr. Noreen has been teaching at Fatima Convent Inter College, Ashok Nagar in Kanpur (U.P.) since 1981. She has been known for her excellence in teaching. Appreciating her work as a teacher and realizing her potential for administrative work, Sr. Noreen was appointed as the Principal of the same institute in 1992. First as a teacher and then as the Principal, Sr. Noreen has impressed the students, parents and the government officials with her dedication to education. She has been the recipient of various awards for her contribution as a teacher.

These include the District Award from the Department of Education, Kanpur (1992), the Ganges Club Award (1990), awards from the Rotary Clubs of Kanpur and Ghorakpur(1994) and award from the Lions Club (2004). In recognition of her excellence in the field of education the Government of Uttar Pradesh has recommended Sr. Noreen’s name for the prestigious National Awards for Teachers. The profession of teaching runs in the family.

Sr. Noreen’s father, late Julian Fernandes, also known as ‘Jillu Master’ was a well-known teacher in Kundapur. One of her brothers, Fr. Vaalerian Fernandes is the founder Principal of St. Paul’s High School at Paithan in Aurangabad District of Maharashtra.

He is also recipient of a number awards for his contribution in the field of education. Four sisters of Sr. Noreen are also teachers. Rosy teaches in the Government Junior College, Mulky; Eliza is a teacher in the Government Primary School at Kalattur near Shirva; Matilda is a lecturer in the Vijaya Teacher’s College in Bangalore and Gladys teaches in the United Indian School at Kuwait.

Two other sisters of Sr. Noreen are also nuns. Sr. Millicent (Apostolic Carmel) who has passed the 8th Grade in Western Classical Music is the Music teacher in a Convent in Nagpur. Her other sister, Sr. Caroline (Holy Cross) is on a deputation to Switzerland.

The above facts amply justify the honour of The National Awards for Teachers that has been bestowed on Sr. Noreen.

Udupi-Pangla: Jasmine Culture - Now Spreading the Fragrance Globally

by Melwyn Pernal - Daijiworld News Network Mangalore

September 2, 2006 (Most of the South Kanarites living in India and abroad have heard of the Jasmine flowers sometime or other. No happy occasions are complete without them. However, not all of them know much about the background of Jasmine cultivation. Melvyn Pernal traces the fascinating story of Jasmine culture, which, on commercial basis, is uniquely restricted only to Udupi district.) It is the beauty and fragrance of a flower that win the hearts of many an admirer. Each flower has its own unique attraction - just like the Jasmine flowers, which, with their bright white colour and lingering fragrance, portray their own identity. It is this fact that has made them a favourite with people from all corners of the world. When we talk about 'Jasmine', the place that instantly flashes our minds is 'Pangla' or 'Shankarapura'. It is a small village in Udupi district in Karnataka, from where the Jasmine has spread its fragrance worldwide. Jasmine is called 'Pangllache kalle' in the local language. Now Jasmine is grown on a large scale in Shirva, Katapadi and Belman too. How it began In the 1930's, people belonging to Udupi district would go fishing or to work in coffee estates on the Ghats to earn their daily bread and to look after their family. At that time, Fr Peres (later to become the much-revered Bishop Peres) took charge at Shankarapura (Pangla) church to cater to the religious needs of the people. After studying the financial hardships faced by the people and realizing that he had no alternative to stayin on, he brought some Jasmine plants from Bhatkal and trained the people on how to grow them. During those days, flowers were widely used for worship in temples and for marriage ceremonies. When Jasmine was introduced into the market, it got wide publicity as well as got in good demand because of its simple charm and captivating scent. But transportation was a tedious process, as there were neither good roads nor bridges. Therefore, three or four persons would collect the entire stock of flowers and travel to different places like Kundapur, Kallianpur, Karkala and Mulki on foot or by bicycle. In the evening they would return and share the sales proceeds with the people from whom they took the flowers. But the problem was the price at which they had to sell them - it depended on the demand at a given place, hence the amount collected was not uniform. To solve this disparity, Fr Peres decided to work out an arrangement so that all could get equal share of profit. He formed a committee of four local persons, who were engaged in the sales as well as cultivation. This system is still working effectively today and helps the growers to decide the price uniformly without any bias. With the modernization of the transport system, the Jasmine flowers reached prime places like Mangalore and others by about 1956. Invariably, the demand rose and so did prices. More and more people started engaging themselves in this business and today almost all the families in some villages in Udupi district grow Jasmine to earn their livelihood. The price fluctuates between Rs 24 to Rs 240 for one 'atte' (four 'chendus'). The price will neither fall below Rs 24 nor rise above Rs 240, keeping in mind the benefit of the people who cultivate it as well as that of the buyers. Nevertheless, the flower grows seasonally - from November to May, when the flower is widely grown. In rain and winter seasons, these flowers are less common. Above pictures by Rakesh Kotian - Durga Digitals Udupi 'Jaji' or 'Jayo' - an alternative to Jasmine: In the local languages we call it Jaji or Jayo, slightly reddish in colour, also called as red Jasmine. It is grown in plenty from July to September (during rainy season). Since Jasmine is grown less in these times, demand for Jaji rises, though not as much as for Jasmine. The drawback of this flower is that it perishes quite soon and cannot be preserved for over 12 hours. The measure for Jasmine: When the measure for Jasmine was decided, one chendu consisted of 1,000 flowers, but it was reduced to 800 and now one chendu consists of only 600 flowers. Four 'chendu' make an 'atte'. In Bhatkal, they are lined up with a thin thread; but here in Udupi the flowers are strung together with a natural thread obtained from the banana plant, which enhances the beauty of jasmine. Albert Castelino of Pangla is continuing his ancestral business and is the coordinator of the union that decides the price. When asked about the present status of this business as well as the future prospects, he said that he was the only person sending flowers to Mumbai as well abroad by flight, even to this day. After an initial struggle, in 1964, he began transporting the flowers by Indian Airline Dakota (which carried 28 passengers) to Mumbai and the transport charge then was Rs 1 a kg. With the increase in demand, the price structure too underwent an upward revision. Curreently, he is the main dealer at Pangla as well. Flowers from around the district are brought to Pangla and distributed to other places. The specified amount is paid to the growers on a weekly basis. Hundreds of agents from different places supply flowers to him and get Rs 2 as commission per 'atte'. Local transportation is done though express and local service buses. Whenever there were flight cancellations and any other reasons, Albert has had to face heavy losses, because the flowers cannot be preserved beyond a day. Jasmine plants are more susceptible to insects and other attacks than the other plants are, because of their fragrance. Lots of pest control shops and persons who spray the insecticides too earn money from this business. The 'Nagarjuna' Effect: Another threat to the atmosphere, the Nagarjuna power plant is feared to have adverse effect on the environment as well as the growth of Jasmine. However, hampering the steps of progress like the Nagarjuna power plant citing reasons of environment to atmosphere or Jasmine is not advisable, feels Albert. Alternatively the district will develop further if the Nagarjuna plant were to begin functioning, for, power is the main source for industry as well as daily life. International Airport: Also, early completion of the dream project of an International Airport will definitely result in the jasmine rates sky-rocketing, because there is a big demand abroad with already many queries in line. The cultivators will definitely get higher prices than now.

Mangalore: Onam Celebrations - Cultural Meet Inaugurated at SDM Law College

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) - pics - Dayanand Kukkaje

Mangalore, Sep 2: A cultural meet on the occasion of Onam celebrations was inaugurated at SDM Law College by Intelligence Bureau (MHA), government of India, Mangalore deputy Central Intelligence officer K K Chandran on Friday September 1.

This was the 14th year celebrations of Onam organized by Malayali Samaj of SDM Law College.

College principal B K Ravidran Shetty, SP B Dayananda, former principal A Rajendra Shetty, Malayali Samaj chairman P D Sebastian and Shahul Hameed were also present on the occasion.

During the day-long celebrations, Sinkari Melam, performed by 22 persons from Sri Kurumba Vadya Kalasangam of Kannoor district of Kerala was the centre of attraction.

Indra Nooyi, World's 4th Most Powerful Woman

Rediff New York, Sep 1: Chief Executive-designate of PepsiCo Indra Nooyi, Congress President Sonia Gandhi, and ICICI Bank's Lalita Gupte and Kalpana Morparia are among the 100 most powerful women in the world. India-born Nooyi finds herself as the fourth most powerful woman on earth, while Sonia Gandhi occupies the 13th position on the list. Joint managing directors of of ICICI Bank Gupte and Morparia are on the 93rd position, while Vidya Chhabria, chairperson of Jumbo Group, Dubai, is at the 95th spot. Angela Merkel, the first woman to become chancellor of Germany, has displaced Condoleezza Rice as No. 1 on our list of the 100 Most Powerful Women. Merkel won a tight election last year to unseat Gerhard Schroder as chancellor. She's a former physicist from East Germany and a firm believer in free-market capitalism. Since taking office, Merkel has won respect on the world stage and popular appeal in Germany for her quiet diplomacy. Despite her short time in office, Merkel has been dazzling world leaders, including Tony Blair and George W. Bush. But Merkel has a tough fight ahead of her. Her approval ratings have declined to 56 per cent from 80 per cent earlier this year, making it more difficult for Merkel to win big with key legislative initiatives, including health care reform and corporate tax restructuring. She inherited a stagnant economy that has only lately shown signs of revival. At the same time, Merkel also has allied Germany with the U.S. to oppose Iran's nuclear activities, and she was vocal on energy security at the G8 summit meeting this summer, where she was the only female leader at the table.

Mangalorean Catholics Worldwide Gearing-up for Nativity Feast Celebration

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Australia:

Melbourne: The Mangalorean Catholic Association of Victoria, Inc Date: 1st Sep 2006, 7:00 PM Nativity feast with Mass celebrated by the Bishop of Mangalore in Konkani Venue: Sacred Heart Church, Cotham Road, Kew Contact: mcav_melbourne@yahoo.com.au

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish NSW Date 17 Sep 2006 at 11am Venue Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, 5 Grantham Road, Seven Hills, NSW 2147 Contact Joyce Lobo tel 02 9876 3199

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Canada

Mangalorean Association of Canada Date: September 10, 2006 from 3.00pm Venue: Christ King Church, 3495 Conferation Parkway, Mississauga, on, L5B 3G5 Contact: Maxim D`Mello : 4163355106

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Doha - Qatar

In preparation for the Nativity of Our Lady, the Mangalorean Community, belonging to Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, Qatar, will be celebrating the nine-day novena in Konkani. Fr Ravi Santhosh Kamath has been specially flown in from Mangalore for this important event.

The Novena Schedule is as follows:

Date Day Time Venue August 30, 2006 Wednesday 8 p.m. Parish Center August 31, 2006 Thursday 7 p.m. Parish Center September 1, 2006 Friday 10 a.m. Parish Center September 2, 2006 Saturday 8 p.m. Parish Center September 3, 2006 Sunday 10 a.m. Parish Center September 4, 2006 Monday 8 p.m. Parish Center September 5, 2006 Tuesday 8 p.m. Parish Center September 6, 2006 Wednesday 8 p.m. Parish Center September 7, 2006 Thursday 7 p.m. Parish Center September 8, 2006 Friday 5 p.m. American School of Doha

Children will have the opportunity to follow the age-old tradition of offering flowers to Mother Mary after the novena. The children’s choir will be singing during the mass on September 1st, 3rd and 7th. Two other adult choir groups will be singing on other days.

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Kuwait

"ABBASIYA FAMILIES", KUWAIT, On Friday 8th september,2006 at 6:30pm at 'Integrated Indian School' Auditorium-Abbasiya. For details, Contact Valerian Albuquerque-6582226

Kuwait Pangala Association Date: Friday , 15th September Time : 10.30AM onwards Venue : Salmiya Garden Contact : Fredrick Quadras ( 9771850 ) Vivian Rodrigues ( 9709234 ) Clara D'Mello ( 2612425 )

Kundapur Varado Welfare Association, Kuwait : Date: 8th September 2006. Mass at 7:30 A.M. in St. Therese of the Child Jesus Church, Salmiya, Kuwait. Time: 11:30 Sharp Venue : Indian Community School Hall, Shara-Amman Street, Rumathiya. Contact : General Secretary-Carol Martis : Tel: 7217870 (KVWA) Kanajar Welfare Association Kuwait Date: September 15, 2006 Venue: Residence of General Secretary, Rose Mendonca Contact: members

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India Mumbai

St Antony Parish of Vakola Date: 10th of sepetember2006.

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Oman

Sts Peter & Paul Church, Ruwi Thursday, 07th September 2006 Sts Peter & Paul Church, Ruwi 8.15 p.m. showering of flowers followed by Solemn High Mass. Contact : Clarence Pinto – (00968) 9 2341 826

Holy Spirit Church, Ghala Friday, 08th September 2006 6.30 pm Recitation of Holy Rosary, followed by showering of the flowers and Solemn High Mass. Contact : A. L. Monis – (00968) 99 37 64 62

St Anthony of Padua Church, Sohar Wednesday, 13th September 2006 8 p.m. Showering of flowers followed by Solemn High Mass. Contact : Richard D Souza – (00968) 99 75 02 06

St. Francis Xavier Church, Salalah 15th September 2006 10.30 a.m. Recitation of Holy Rosary, followed by showering of the flowers and Solemn High Mass. Contact : Richard Machado – (00968) 99 31 24 62.

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Saudi Arabia: Dammam

Saudi Konkan Youngsters (SKY) in Dammam Date & Venue : on 15th September, 2006 at ‘Palm Rest’ hall near Dallah, Dammam.

Contact: Ronald Fernandes 050 3827023 Mark Tellis 056 7674341 Roshan DSouza 056 7201241

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UK

KCA UK Date: September 8, 2006, From 10:00 - 17:00 hours Venue: At St. Kentigerns RC Church 36, Wilbraham Rd, Manchester, M14 7DW RSVP: Ronald Lobo – 07859038604 Stany Rodrigus – 07739729892 Raj Francis Pereira - 07883024192

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UAE:

Abu Dhabi

St. Joseph's Cathedral, Abu Dhabi On Thursday, 07th September 2006 @ 7:45pm First the offering of flowers @ 7:45pm near the grotto followed by the Procession and Mass in Konkani

Dubai

Lourdes Kanajar (Emirates) parishioners

On 8th September at Winny’s Restaurant party hall, Karama. at 12.00 noon immediately after the 10 O’clock Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Dubai.

Lawrence D’Souza (President) 050 – 8625838, Alwyn D’Souza 050 – 7781721, Joy D’Souza 050 – 5646911 Thomas Saldanha 050 – 5944176, Stanley D’Souza 050 – 4815688, Aloysius D’Souza 050 – 3797064.

St. Mary's Konkan Community (SMKC) Dubai Date: September 8, 2006 at 10-00 am St Mary's Catholic Church

The Cultural and traditional evening program starts at 6.45pm at Main Hall Tickets priced at AED. 15/- Contact: SMKC Members / Church office

Emirates Pangalites

The Emirates Pangalites, U.A.E, will be celebrating the Monthi Fest on 14th September 2006 from 7.30pm at Richmond Hotel Apartments, Bur Dubai, Under slogan “Sakkad Sangatha Melya”.

For more information, please contact the following committee members: Alphonse Mendonca in Abu Dhabi – 050 7716748 Jovin D'souza in Dubai – 050 4602311 Hilda Pinto in Dubai – 050 4947228 Joel Quadras in Sharjah – 050 3679388

KATAPADI KONKANS - U.A.E.

Date : Friday, 15th September 2006 Time : 11:00hrs onwards Venue : Shezan Restaurant, Karama Events : Showering of Flowers, Lunch with Traditional Nove, Many Games & Songs

Contact : Dubai Steevan Soaris : 050 528 5053 Anita D'Souza : 050 841 7453 Shalet Pinto : 04 397 2509

Contact: Sharjah Agnel D'Silva : 050 628 4896 Agnel Rodrigues: 050 495 6808

Abu Dhbai Ropus D'Souza : 050 813 0827

Belman Parishioners, Dubai (Bethkati) Date: 15.09.2006 Friday Time: From 10.30am onwards Venue: Al Mas Residence, Dubai

PAMBOOR WELFARE ASSOCIATION, UAE VENUE : WINNY'S RESTAURANT, KARAMA-DUBAI DATE / TIME: 15TH SEPTEMBER, 7PM ONWARDS Contact Nos : Ambrose D’souza :050-4985446 Deeraj : 050-3791966

Udentichim Neketram (Moodubidri Varado, 19 parishes) Date: 15th September 2006 Venue: Emirates Hall, Alquoz. Contact: Rudolf 050-6327612 Melwin 050-6533976 Arun 050-4234085 Paul 050-4268443

Famad Pernal Kuttom (UAE Pernalites) Date: September 15 Venue: Richmond Hotel Apartments (Bur Dubai), Dubai. Contact: Charles Mathias 050-2803340 / Dony Correa 050-6941572

Belle Vision – Dubai Date: 22.09.06 (Friday) Time: 1100hrs onwards Venue: Al Mas Apartment, Dubai Contact : Ivan Menezes : 050-6765329 Valerian Alva : 050-2035365 Ashok Sunil D’Souza : 050-7848217 Valerian Fernandes : 050-4140872

Fujairah:

The Manglorean community in Fujairah "CANARA CATHOLICS FUJAIRAH" Time : 8th september 2006 Venue : OLPH Church Fujairah Time : 11.30 am contacts : Prakash 050/ 5107532 Sunil 050/5909084 vincy 050/5205152

Jebel Ali

ST FRANCIS ASSISI CHURCH JEBEL ALI KONKANI COMMUNITY (Konknni Samuday Jebel Ali) On 8th September 2006 at 7pm Konkani Mass in the St. Clare Hall Followed by dinner (Sakkad Sangata Jenvchem) contact John M. Monteiro 0971-50-5940340

Sharjah:

St. Michael's Church, Sharjah (The Konkani Prayer Group) on 7th September, 2006. at 7:30 PM

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USA: (Chicago)

Mangalorean Konkan Christian Association Date & Venue: on September 16, 2006 at 6:00 pm at Courtland Square Recreation Hall, 8909 David Place, Des Plaines, Illinois-60016. contact:- Treasurer: Godwin Rego – 708-209-1640, President: Stan D’Souza – 847-406-1885 or Secretary: Vinod Menezes – 847-296-1475.

For more details, please visit: www.mkcausa.org

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Dubai, August 24: It's again the festivity mood, with hardly two weeks away from yet another Nativity feast, Mangalorean Catholics spread worldwide have started to plan the celebration.

In the Gulf the traditional feast is being celebrated every year with great gaiety and pomp as everyone gets a homely feeling when they celebrate away from home. There are estimated 50-60 regional and community organizations of Mangaloreans functioning outside India. About 90% of them celebate the feast regularly.

"It is a great opportunity to meet the dear and near ones from our native places. That is how we feel the atmosphere of the 'Nativity' feast being celebrated back home. Of course this is very important for us because this is dedicated to Mother Mary and it is her birthday," says a reader while sending the news of their celebration schedule to daijiworld

It can be recalled here in the year 2001 the Bishop of Mangalore visited the UAE and the Sultanate of Oman and many had the opportunity to celebrate the feast in his presence. Similarly the Bishop visited Doha and Kuwait in the year 2004 where thousands of people joined him in the celebration.

"This feast gives us a special feeling. Though Easter and Christmas are of greater importance, here in the Gulf, the Nativity feast is celebrated with equal joy and fervour, " says another reader of daijiworld

"The speciality of the feast back home is to share the new corn grown. We make every effort to bring the new corn here and share it with each other and consume. 'Novem' is the traditional occasion and we want to celebrate this with devotion"

Following organizations have already announced their schedule. And those who want to publish their schedule, please write to us with limited details such as date, venue, time and contact numbers to our email ID: news@daijiworld.net

Mangalore: These Bedridden Children are Schooled at Home...

Savitha Suresh Babu for THE HINDU

KEEN LEARNER: Chaitra is being taught at home by Jayanthi under the inclusive education for the disabled scheme of Sarva Shikshana Abhiyana in Mangalore.

MANGALORE, Sep 2: Eleven-year-old Chaithra can recite poems, count up to 20 and identify Kannada alphabets although she has cerebral palsy. She began regular education only two months ago.

She is one of the 29 children in the city who are being educated at home under the Inclusive Education for the Disabled (IED) scheme of Sarva Shikshana Abhiyan.

According to Kumudini, an inclusive education resource teacher, five of 29 children are bedridden. They are provided special education that focusses on simple life skills, rather than academic learning. For instance, a child is taught how to brush her teeth or wash her face without assistance and, gradually, some poems and games. Regular education from first standard is provided at home for other physically challenged children whose main problem is commuting.

The names of these children are registered in a nearby government school. They appear for examinations conducted by the school. An attempt will be made to make these children start attending regular school after some time, says Ms. Kumudini. Last year, 35 children were taught at home. Six of them now attend regular school.

Volunteers who have completed their SSLC or PUC are appointed to teach these children. In some special cases of extreme disability, the mother, if qualified, might be appointed as the teacher.

According to Vanitha Shetty, a volunteer who teaches Chaithra, the children are taught some basic skills after which the tutors start with the regular first standard syllabus. The children are taught for two or three hours a day for two days a week under the programme, she says.

Chaithra's mother, Vedavathi, who rolls beedis for a living, says there is a lot of improvement since these classes began. "I now feel its possible for her to learn", she says.

According to Geeta, assistant project officer, Sarva Shikshana Abhiyan, 420 students in the district have been covered under the scheme.

Udupi: Shirva Girl Ancy Saldanha Wins 8 years Free Study in USA

By Viju Mangalore - Daijiworld Mangalore

Udupi, Sep 2: Two essays to free medicine studies in America! That’s a treasure-trove for a 16-year-old of a remote village of Udupi district.

But Ancy Priya Saldanha has won this gold mine and has brought pride to this village. An II year student of St Mary’s Junior College, Shirva vivacious Ancy participated in the national-level essay contest organized by World-wide Students Scholarship Association, Bangalore on November 18, 2005. The topics were ‘As a girl how should I face the world’ and ‘Should boys and girls have equal right in society?’

Ancy expected a consolation prize, but an unbelievable news reached her. Among 4,600 students who participated in the contest from allover India, Ancy had won the second prize.

Apart from a certificate and Rs 2,000 cash prize, Ancy has won the coveted prize of free stay and medical education in any of the American universities in New York or Florida.

“The news reached me on Dec 27 and I could hardly believe it. However my father who is in Muscat believed it only recently after he saw my photograph in a newspaper,” said Ancy speaking to Daijiworld.

Even the president of India, Dr A P J Kalam had personally spoken to Ancy over phone congratulating her for winning the scholarship. He even gave a personal invitation to the visit Delhi where the award winners will be honoured in 2007.

Ancy is the daughter of Alphonso and Precilla Saldanha.

Out of the six countries, Ancy opted to study in USA. On completion of her PU course, Ancy plans to visit US and complete her eight years of medicine. Ancy’s parents will be visiting US too. However every December, Ancy will be permitted to visit home.

The agency also offered her Rs 25,000 towards her II year PU studies.

In addition to this Ancy won the first place in the essay competition organised by Holy Cross Hospital, Chennai. Her essay on ‘Marriages in present society’ was selected best among 900 entries. Ancy won a cash prize of Rs 30,000.

A compilation of her award-winning essays will be released during the Monti Fest celebrations held in the Shirva Church.

Ancy is firm on what she will do with her medicine. “I want to return to India and serve its people,” said Ancy adding that the president had requested her to do so.

A singer and an active participant in various extra curricular activities, Ancy is also good comperer for social functions.

The catholic Sabha of Shirva Varado honoured her recently for her exceptional achievement.

Mangalore's Daughter-in-law Nooyi Now World's Fourth Most Powerful Woman

by Richie Lasrado - Resident Editor, Daijiworld, Mangalore

• Sonia, Nooyi among 100 most powerful women in the world

Mangalore, Sep 1: When daijiworld last month broke the news of the appointment of Indra Nooyi, a woman of Indian origin, to head the international Cola giant PepsiCo effective October 1, 2006, most Indians' hearts were warmed.

When, the soon after, we dug out her Mangalore connection and traced her husband's family roots in suburban Gurupur, it set the city aflutter to some extent.

And now comes the news from New York that she, along with Congress president Sonia Gandhi and ICICI Bank's Lalita Gupte and Kalpana Morparia, are on Forbes magazine's list of 100 most powerful women in the world.

When Nooyi was designated as the next CEO of the Cola corporate, comments were heard back home that it was a master-stroke on the part of PepsiCo to have appointed an Indian-born woman, especially when the Colas were going through a difficult phase in this country with adverse reports on their allegedly toxic ingredients. The step was to mollify the Indians and to tilt the public opinion in the company's favour, thought many analysts.

The potshots aside, it was creditable for an Indian, a woman at that, to have reached these dizzying heights. As for the blame of toxic ingredients, the PepsiCo can always take shelter behind the argument that Colas in the US are the purest and the most hygienic in the world and that the Indian versions are contaminated because of the kind of water available here.

All that apart, in terms of the great woman's achievements, this city has every reason to be proud of her.

Inputs from PTI

Gandhi occupies the 13th position on the list while India-born Nooyi finds herself as the fourth most powerful woman. Joint chairpersons of ICICI Bank Gupte and Morparia are on the 93rd position while Vidya Chhabria, chairperson of Jumbo Group, Dubai, is at the 95th spot. Topping the list is Germany's chancellor Angela Merkel followed by American secretary of state Condoleezza Rice at the second position.

Gandhi, says the magazine, "is widely revered, especially among the country's poor million and heads the 'left-leaning' party where she acts as opposition leader to pro-business prime minister Manmohan Singh."

"Gandhi frequently expresses concern that India's astounding economic growth is leaving the poor behind and that her country is not doing enough to help its farmers," the citation adds.

The magazine stresses that Gandhi heads the most powerful political party and has travelled far since she tentatively entered India's maelstrom in 1990s. "She won the general election in May 2004 but then took a pass on the prime minister's job, giving it to Singh," it notes.

Though critics used the move to call into question her power, "Gandhi is still widely revered especially among the country's poor millions," it adds.

The listing is based on a power ranking that, the magazine says, is composite of visibility (measured by press citation) and economic impact.

In its citation for Nooyi, Forbes says few people could handle either the presidential or the chief financial officer job at a company worth 100 billion dollars. But not only has Nooyi held both offices since 2001, she was recently hand-picked to become Pepsi's new chief executive, effective October 1.

Nooyi has a string of career successes that helped her land the corner office at the food and beverage giant. She was the lead negotiator on Pepsi's 13.8 billion dollar purchase of Quaker Oats and worked on its acquisition of Tropicana, as well as the spin-offs of its restaurant and bottling businesses.

Previously, Nooyi was an executive at Asea Brown Boveri, Motorola and Boston Consulting Group. Before emigrating to the U.S. from India in 1978, Nooyi was a product manager at Johnson & Johnson and Mettur Beardsell, a textile outfit, in India.

An ICICI lifer, Gupte has held a variety of positions in the bank since 1971 and is now in charge of its international business arm, Forbes says. Gupte is the joint managing director, along with Morparia, of India's second-largest bank, which boasts total assets of about 38.5 billion dollars. The bank now has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, Canada and Russia.

Morparia joined the bank in 1975 and now heads the corporate center that is responsible for strategy for the bank's different units. Morparia, who has a law degree from Mumbai University, is responsible for risk management, audits and compliance, the magazine notes.

Here is a concise bio-data of the Indian-born lady who has made the nation proud.

Academics:

Nooyi graduated with a bachelor's degree in mathematics, physics and chemistry from the Madras Christian College in Chennai, India, in 1976. She later joined the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Kolkata, earning her MBA degree in 1978. She also took a master's degree in Public and Private Management from the Yale University in 1980.

Work experience

Before PepsiCo:

A short stint at Mettur Beardsell and later at Johnson & Johnson where she helped in launching 'Stayfree', a brand of sanitary napkins.

Later, in the US, she started her career with The Boston Consulting Group, from where she moved on to become Director- international corporate strategy projects in six years.

Joined Motorola as business development executive for its automotive and industrial electronics group. She became the vice-president and director of corporate strategy and planning before she quit. At PepsiCo:

Nooyi joined PepsiCo in 1994 as senior vice-president of strategic planning and development, and became the Chief Financial Officer in May 2001. Major achievements of Nooyi at PepsiCo:

• Played a vital role in starting Tricon.
• Oversaw the sale of Pepsico’s Yum! Brands - comprising Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC
• Managed the $13.3-billion Quaker Oats Co acquisition in 2001 which added the Gatorade brand to the Pepsi portfolio
• Took the lead in the $3.3-billion Tropicana Juices acquisition in 1998.

Other accomplishments:

• Named on the Wall Street Journal's list of 50 women to watch in 2005.
• Ranked # 11 on Fortune Magazines list of most powerful women in Business.
• Is the fifth CEO and the first woman CEO in PepsiCo's 41-year history.
• Successor Fellow at Yale Corporation
• Serves on the board of directors of several organisations, including Motorola, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the International Rescue Committee, and the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

Nooyi's success formula "I have developed what I call the 5 Cs."

Competence: You must acquire a hip-pocket skill which you're known for, and keep working at it.

Confidence and Courage go together: Unless you're willing to speak up for what you believe in, you're never going to be much of a leader. But it's up to the company to provide you the courage to do so, by not shooting you down every time you do speak up.”

Communication skills, both oral and written, are really important.

Compass: Integrity must be at the root of everything you do, and people have got to know that they can take what you say to the bank.

Conscience: You have got to be the company's conscience. Challenges The challenges that lie ahead for the 50-year-old woman CEO of PepsiCo.

Got embroiled in a "middle finger" controversy during May 2005 with a speech to MBA graduates at the Columbia Business School. In the talk, she spoke of the world's continents and leading nations as being akin to a hand's five fingers. She referred to the USA as "the long middle finger".

In the beginning of August 2006, Pepsi and Coke were banned from distributing their beverages in several Indian states following concerns over pesticide levels. Both cola majors are now on a damage control exercise after the CSE alleged more than permissible pesticide contents in its beverages.

In May 2006, Pepsi, Coke and Cadbury Schweppes announced they would stop selling soda in elementary and middle schools in the US by 2009, as a response to pressure over rising rates of childhood obesity. A sneak peek into Nooyi's personal life

Father: Krishnamurthy who was employed with State Bank of Hyderabad

Mother: Shantha Krishnamurthy

Husband: Raj Nooyi, a management consultant, originally from Nooyi-Gurupur near Mangalore

Children: Two daughters.

Father: An entrepreneur brother Narayan Krishnamurthy, and a sister Chandrika Tandon.

Others: Her aunt Aruna Sairam is a noted Indian classical musician.

Hobbies:

A fun-loving person who enjoys singing, playing guitar and a game of cricket. A Tamil movie buff and a big fan of old comedies starring Nagesh. Loves to visit India in December during Chennai's music season. Tidbits Some unknown and interesting facts / anecdotes of Nooyi's life.

• During Nooyi's childhood days, every night after dinner, her mother asked the children to make speeches on what they wanted to do when they grew up and the winner was awarded a piece of chocolate.

• Nooyi worked as a receptionist to pay for her studies in the US.

• Nooyi shares her birthday with Bill Gates on October 28.

• "Being a woman, being foreign-born, you've got to be smarter than anyone else," Nooyi once told Forbes magazine.

• She is quite famous among her US counterparts for often attending PepsiCo events wearing a sari.

• Nooyi formed the first girl's band in Madras Christian College and still continues her passion for music. She is well known amidst her peers for her karaoke talent. She always teases Reinemund about being “clueless” about American pop culture and teen heartthrob Paul Abdul.

• She earned her nickname "Iron Woman," after a friend rewrote a song called Iron Man by Black Sabbath to reflect her no-nonsense management style.

• Her first job interview in the US "in a $ 50 suit from a budget store" which failed. For her next one though, she preferred the traditional Indian sari and got placed with the Boston Consulting Group.

• Her 9-year-old daughter would come from school and only had to call the office to say she wanted to come over to be near her mother; the office would arrange the details. It wasn’t uncommon to find her daughter sitting with the company’s founder-chief, of doing her homework in the offices of other executives.

• Her office telephone receptionist was trained to handle her children’s queries and monitor their schedule when she herself would be traveling on work.

• She went on a campaign trail pleading with MNC sponsors for her college magazine.

From the Archives Then 'New Eve' at PepsiCo's Helm has a Mangalore Connection

• Indra Nooyi is married into a Gurupur household

By Richie Lasrado for Daijiworld Mangalore, Aug 17: When Daijiworld broke the news on August 14 about the new eve Nooyi at the helm of PepsiCo in the US, the name was already sounding familiar. Enquiries on Tuesday with different sources gave conflicting versions.

The name Nooyi may perhaps have puzzled the westerners. Whenever Indra Nooyi is featured in the media, a mention is made that the name is pronounced "New-ee".

A reader from Chennai, currently based in the city, confirmed on Tuesday that 'Nooyi' was not a Tamil family name. An old acquaintance, who knew of the family members many years ago, mentioned Kundapur as the native place. Confusion was added by Pepsi's Indian officials, upon our enquiry, giving credit to Mysore as the place of the family's origin, possibly because some old-timer had it in mind that Nooyi was located in erstwhile Mysore state.

The ancestral Nooyi house in Gurupur on the ouskirts of the city

Now it is official. On Wednesday, we tracked down the family roots to Nooyi in Gurupur. Indra met Raj Kishan Nooyi, son of Nooyi Sooryanarayana Rao, and an engineer by profession in the US and they got married the soon after. Sooryanarayana Rao's brother Srinivasa Rao is a city advocate.

From the Archives Indra Nooyi, Indian Woman, to be PepsiCo's New CEO

Reuters Chicago, Aug 14: PepsiCo Inc. on Monday named President and Chief Financial Officer Indra Nooyi as chief executive, effective October 1, succeeding Steve Reinemund, who plans to retire next May.

Nooyi, 50, will succeed Reinemund, 58, who said he would leave after running the company for five years so he could spend more time with his family. Reinemund will serve as executive chairman and as a director until his retirement.

Nooyi has been president and chief financial officer of the maker of Pepsi soda and Frito-Lay snacks since 1994.

More on Indra Nooyi (from various sources)

As the highest-ranking Indian-born woman in corporate America, Nooyi, has pushed PepsiCo to take bold risks, with moves that include acquiring Tropicana in 1998 and helping to start the company's fast-food chains in 1997. Nooyi has a degree in management from Yale, and her career includes stints at the Boston Consulting Group and Motorola. She attributes much of her success to her upbringing in India. "Being a woman, being foreign-born, you've got to be smarter than anyone else," says Nooyi, who honors her heritage by often attending PepsiCo events wearing a sari. Nooyi also serves on numerous boards, including Motorola and New York's Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

Indra Nooyi heads the world's fourth-largest food and beverage company. She took over as CEO of PepsiCo in August 2006 from Steve Reinemund, who retires at the age of 58. Nooyi was born in Madras, India, where she received a B.S. from Madras Christian College and an M.B.A. from the Indian Institute of Management in Calcutta. Nooyi has graduated from the Yale School of Management. Prior to joining PepsiCo, Nooyi held senior management positions at Motorola and Asea Brown Boveri.

While at PepsiCo, Nooyi has played a vital role in starting Tricon . She also took the lead in the acquisition of Tropicana in 1998. Nooyi assumed her current role as president and CFO of PepsiCo in May of 2001. She was named on the Wall Street Journal's list of 50 women to watch in 2005. On August 14 2006 she was named the CEO of PepsiCo.

Nooyi is also a Successor Fellow at Yale Corporation and serves on the board of directors of several organizations, including Motorola, the International Rescue Committee, and the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. She lives in Greenwich, Connecticut with her husband, Raj, and their two daughters.

From the land of idli-sambar to land of dreams, Indra Nooyi has come a long way to prove herself. Nooyi has been ranked as one amongst the 50 most powerful women in America, by the Fortune Magazine.She is the highest -ranking Indian born woman in corporate America.

Indra Nooyi is the person instrumental in strategizing the policies and the marketing plans for PepsiCo and directly involved with every major strategic decision taken by Roger Enrico ,CEO.

Indra is the only foreign born woman officer at PepsiCo.She took the lead in acquiring 'Tropicana" in 1998 and also played a vital role in starting the company's fast food chains in 1997. "My goal is to make sure that we are constantly renewing ourselves and when you're 10 million dollars ,it's easy to grow at 10 per cent .We are $22 billion ,which means we have to have $2 billion revenue every year", she says.

Glorious career of Indra started in 1980 with Boston Consulting Group and in 1986 she joined Motorola as the vice-president (corporate strategy & planning) In 1990 she joined Asian Brown Boveri and has worked as the vice-president (corporate strategy and planning) for four years and had a good rapport with the Percy Barnevik, CEO of the company.

Indra earned her graduation in management at the Graduate School of Management of Yale University.She attributes her success to her upbringing in India,where she spent 23 years of her life."Being a woman ,being a foreign -born, you've got to be smarter than anyone else and even though I've been in the corporate world for nearly 16 years, I still work on expanding my knowledge and broadening my horizons", says she.

Indra is proud of her Indian origin and has high regards for rich heritage .She goes to PepsiCo events in a saree ,as she believes being oneself is appreciable thing and is one of her principles of success.

Bangalore: Chief Minister Kumaraswamy Earns Rs. 1.18 Lac a Month

Raghava M - The Hindu * Ministers file statutory statement of assets and liabilities before the Lok Ayukta * C.M. Udasi has the lowest income * Iqbal Ansari has declared the highest income * Shankaramurthy, Ashok have not declared their incomes Bangalore, Sep 1: The declared monthly income of Ministers in the H.D. Kumaraswamy Government ranges from a meagre Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 10 lakh. While C.M. Udasi, a senior MLA from Hangal in Haveri district, earns Rs. 4,000, Iqbal Ansari, a first-time MLA from Gangavati in Koppal district, earns Rs. 9.98 lakh, according to the statements of assets and liabilities filed before the Lok Ayukta. Minister for Forests C. Chennigappa gets Rs. 1.35 lakh as rent and "nearly about Rs. 6 lakh to Rs. 10 lakh from agricultural sources." Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy earns an income of Rs. 1.18 lakh, while his brother, H.D. Revanna, has declared an earning Rs. 1.26 lakh. Other Ministers who earn more than Rs. 1 lakh are Katta Subramanya Naidu (Rs. 2.87 lakh), Balachandra L. Jarkiholi (Rs. 2.5 lakh), D.T. Jayakumar (Rs. 1.61 lakh), M.P. Prakash (Rs. 1.3 lakh), N. Chaluvarayaswamy (Rs. 1.05 lakh) and Shashikant Akkappa Nayak (Rs. 1.25 lakh), as per the declarations. Those who earn in the thousands are B.S. Yediyurappa (Rs. 79,208), B. Nagaraja Shetty (Rs. 80,000), Basavaraj Horatti (Rs. 50,790), H.K. Kumaraswamy (Rs. 44,250), Bandeppa Kashempur (Rs. 36,000), Govind Karjol (Rs. 37,500), B. Sreeramulu (Rs. 28,850), Jagadish Shettar (Rs. 25,000), Revu Nayak Belamagi (Rs. 25,000), Zamir Ahmed (Rs. 22,877), S.A. Ravindranath (Rs. 12,500) and Shivananda N. Nayak (Rs. 8,333). Senior BJP leader and Cabinet Minister K.S. Eshwarappa has a declared income of Rs. 41,665 and Rs. 11,333 from other sources while his colleague V.S. Acharya earns Rs. 30,000. D.H. Shankaramurthy and R. Ashok have not declared their incomes. Ramachandre Gowda states his income as Rs. 1.11 lakh from salary and allowances given to him as a legislator.

Kundapur: BJP Leaders, College Students Protest against Ore-laden Lorries

Daijiworld News Network - Kundapur/Byndoor (GA) Kundapur, Sep 1: The over loaded ore-laden lorries are once again in news now. Udupi MLA K Raghupati Bhat and MP Manorama Madhwaraj with the help of party members and college students have once again started stopping these lorries on the way from Friday September 1. As reported earlier, it had been decided that all the over loaded lorries will be stopped at Shiroor if the weigh bridge had not been set up by August 31 by lorry owners. Since the weigh bridge has not been set up, the BJP leaders with the help of college students from Brahmavar stopped over loaded lorries at Ottinene near here on Friday. Members of consumers' forum too were present on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion K Raghupati Bhat said that all the political parties have extended support to this move by BJP. Byndoor MLA Gopal Poojary and former Udupi MP Vinay Kumar Sorake too have assured to join in the protest, he added.

Mangalore: Pilgrims from Sri Lanka Visit Mudipu - Images

News and pics from Santhu Omzoor (GA)

Mangalore, Sep 1: A total of 30 members of Blessed Joseph Vaz Society of Sri Lanka visited Blessed Joseph Vaz Church at Mudipu near here on Wednesday August 30. This visit was a part of annual pilgrimage conducted by the Society to study and conduct research on life and mission of this Goa-born saintly-person who later preached in Sri Lanka and Dakshina Kannada.

The pilgrimage started on August 20 night from Chennai and continued via Velankani (August 21), Mysore and Bangalore (August 23), Goa (August 24) and reached the city on Tuesday August 29. The pilgrims were in the city till Thursday August 31. They would go back to Sri Lanka on Saturday September 2.

On their arrival to Mudipu, parish priest Fr Andrew D'Souza welcomed them while vice-president of parish council Michael D'Souza welcomed them with flowers on behalf of the parishioners. The pilgrims then participated in the Eucharistic celebration which was celebrated by Fr Andrew D'Souza and concelebrated by Fr Pradeep Correa and Fr Reginald Pinto.

After their visit to Mudipu, the pilgrims visited Infant Jesus Church at Bikarnakatta and St Aloysius College Chapel before leaving to Chennai on August 31.

Udupi: ABVP Stages Protest against Deputy Commissioner

Daijiworld News Network - Udupi (GA) Pics from RK Durga Digitals

Udupi, Aug 1: ABVP local unit in a splashing incident held college bundh and took to streets protesting against the deputy commissioner for his alleged mis-conduct with their delegation on Friday September 1 morning.

The students said that deputy commissioner Ponnuraj did not behave properly with their delegation which had gone to meet him with regard to the revision of bus fare on Thursday August 31. The students said that the DC asked them to go out from his office without even listening to their problems.

They demanded that the DC should apologize and they would not call off their protest till he personally apologizes to them. Meanwhile, a total of 15 students have been arrested in this regard.

Mangalore: 15-year-old Girl Raped by Cousin near Kinnigoli

Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore (GA) Mangalore, Sep 1: A 20-year-old young man has been arrested for raping his cousin at Kemmade of Moorukaveri near Kinnigoli here. Naveen (20), son of the late Sheenappa who was a waiter in Akshaya Bar at Kinnigoli here has been remanded to judicial custody for raping his 15-year-old cousin. She is a class 10 student in Little Flower high school here. Reports said that the victim was on her way back home after the school when Naveen met her on the way. He took her to a lonely place under the pretext of talking to her and there he raped her. The girl who was in a state of inexplicable shock told her mother about the incident as soon as she came home. The incident had taken place on Wednesday August 30. Her parents immediately filed a case with the Mulki police in this regard. Naveen was arrested on Thursday and was produced before the Moodbidri court which later remanded him to judicial custody.

Chikamagalur: Three Persons including Two Children Drown in Mooktihalli Lake

Courtesy: Udayavani Chikamagalur, Sep 1: Three persons including two children drowned after the mobike they were travelling, fell into Mooktihalli pond near here on Wednesday August 30. Suresh, a resident of Thondahalli and his two children Shambhavi and Sharath drowned in Mooktihalli Lake after the bike Suresh was riding fell into the lake. It is said that Suresh was on its way to his house on Wednesday along with his children when the tragedy occurred. While Shambhavi was studying in class 2, Sharath was a LKG student. No one knew about the tragedy. Their family members started searching for them after they did not come home even in the night. Finally when they came near Mooktihalli Lake, they found Suresh and Sharath's bodies floating on the water. But Shambhavi could not be traced. It was only after some expert swimmers carried out search operations for about 2 hours that her body was found. Though nothing is known about the tragedy, it is said that Suresh might have suddenly lost control over his vehicle owing to which bike fell into the lake. The Chikamagalur rural police have registered the case.

Moodbidri: Ganesha Immersion Ceremony Held in Solemn Manner

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Moodbidri, Sep 1: Ganeshotsava celebration took place here in a very organized manner with authentic rituals.

A large number of devotees and people from all castes and faiths assembled on the occasion of the ritualistic prayers to the lord ganesh on the eve of taking the idol for immersion in the precints of Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple in Alangar.

Thousands of people joined the procession accompanied by colourful tableaux depicting different religious themes and cultural aspects of Tulunad. They were sponsored by Various groups and organizations of Moodbidri, irrespective of religions.

The tableau which carried Lord Ganesh was driven by P M Narayan of Nishmitha group himself, who is a popular yet humble citizen of Moodbidri. The tableau carrying Lord Krishna was sponsored by the Navami group and Mahabharat's Bhishma by Krishna Prasad group of Moodbidri.

The young generation of Moodbidri was totally involved in maintaining peace and solemnity of the procession of Lord Ganesh on the way to the immersion ceremony.

The security and law and order was efficiently overseen by the Moodbidri police.

Mangalore: Lokayukta Urges Public to Come Forward with Information

Daijiworld News Network – Mangalore (AF) Mangalore, Sep 1: In a bid to step up its drive against corruption, the lokayukta has urged the public to come forward with information regarding corruption. Addressing a press conference on Thursday August 31, Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar, in-charge Superintendent of Police (Lokayukta), Dakshina Kannada, said that the Lokayukta was looking into all the complaints of corruption brought to its notice under the Prevention of Corruption Act and assured that it was investigating these cases. He also said that the names of the people who lodge the complaints or provide information would be kept confidential and expressed the difficulty of taking action on cases based on anonymous complaints.

Moodbidri: Andrew D'Souza of Taccode Gets District-level Best Teacher Award

Moodbidri: Andrew D'Souza of Taccode Gets District-level Best Teacher Award Daijiworld News Network - Moodubidri (GA)

Moodbidri, Sep 1: Andrew D'Souza, a teacher in St Joseph's Higher Primary School at Taccode near here has been selected for the prestigious district-level "Best Teacher" award.

A total number of 7 primary section teachers and 5 high school section teachers have been chosen for the award for the current year. Somappa Gatti, headmaster of Bagambila primary school, Chandravati Rai, headmistress of Mallakad primary school, Devaki H of Manchi-Kukkaje higher primary school, Sitaram Bhat of Kabaka, Devappa Naik of Panja and Rama P Salian of Kukkeri primary school too have been chosen for the award.

High School Section: Dayand Rai, PT teacher of Navodaya School at Bettampadi, Puttur, Sadashiv Bhat of Satyasayi Lokaseva high school, Bantwal, B Balanna Gowda, Nehru Memorial high school at Arantodu near Sullia, Venkatramana Bhat of Shri Manjunathershwara high school, Dharmasthala and Ashok Kumar of Mangala Jyothi Integrated school have been chosen for the 'Best High School Teacher" award.

Programme to mark the ensuing Onam festival

Students of Shree Devi group of institutions in the city presented a programme on Thursday, August 31 to mark the ensuing Onam festival. (Pic Dayanand Kukkaje for Daijiworld)

Udupi: Theft in Hotel – Rs 4 lac Worth Cash and Ornaments Stolen

Daijiworld News Network – Udupi (VM) Udupi, Sep 1: In a major theft case registered here, cash and ornaments worth around 4 lac has been reported stolen from a hotel. Dr Harish Agarwal and family of Mumbai were on a trip to Udupi and adjoining districts. As a part of their tour they reached Udupi from Mumbai on the Aug 30 and took a room in Hotel Kediyoor, Udupi. According to the police the theft took place between Aug 30, 10 pm and Aug 31, 6 am. The family was put up in room No 406. According to the complaint, Rs. 95,000 cash and gold and diamond ornaments worth Rs. 3, 50,000 were stolen from the hotel room. A case has been registered in Udupi town police station and investigation is on.

Mangalore: Symbiosis of Pune Walk Away with Trophy at St Agnes ComQuest

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Mangalore, Aug 29: The valedictory function of the two-day national-level intercollegiate fest 'ComQuest '06' was marked by the Symbiosis College of Management, Pune walking away with the team championship trophy for all-round excellence on Tuesday, August 29 evening.

While St Joseph's College of Commerce, Bangalore won the First Runners-up place, the Second Runners-up place was shared by St Aloysius College, Mangalore and Shri Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain College, Bangalore. In all, 18 colleges from different centres in Karnataka and distant places like Kolkata, Coimbatore and Goa enthusiastically took part in the high-profile event.

At the valedictory function, the students of the host college set the solemn mood with an inspiring invocation, followed a semi-classical 'Navaras' dance, depicting the nine human emotions. Video clippings on what went into the month-long preparations for the fest was screened with a live commentary by Shraddha Rao and Sweeny Lewis.

Magnum Intergrafiks chairman Sudhir P Ghate, accompanied by wife Sumana, was the chief guest on the occasion. Staff coordinator Deviprabha, principal Sr Carmel Rita and HOD Commerce Sr Supriya were also on the dais.

In his address, Sudhir Ghate highlighted the essence of being a CEO, in whose case honesty was the key. In most cases of CEOs today, the background was the subject of Commerce. He cited several examples of Mangaloreans heading nationalized and new generation banks, who were all commerce graduates. He said cryptically that what we needed today were CEOs like Narayana Murthy and not Phaneesh Murthy, which message was not missed.

He also took a mild dig at the parents sending their children to only medical and engineering line, where their careers would remain static and stagnant, the comforts, perks and fat salary cheques notwithstanding. On the other hand, the CEOs with the Commerce background could run a variety of organizations and business houses, he pointed out.

Ghate further recalled that he himself, as the student leader at Canara College in the city in 1978, had the privilege of organizing a Commerce fest. At St Agnes he found such impressive professionalism and perfection in the organizing team, he magnanimously offered employment to any of them in his business undertaking.

In conclusion, while stressing that competition improves confidence in an individual, Ghate said success in business lay in the concern for the customer and protection of interest of shareholders. Serving with a smile was the ultimate mantra in business, which he would recommend to all business executives-in-the-making amongst the student audience, he added.

Principal Sr Carmel Rita AC in a short message congratulated all participants and the winners to be announced and also thanked the entire team of her college for the wonderful job they did in organizing the mega event.

Staff coordinator Deviprabha thanked all those made the event a big success. She made a special mention of the press coverage, especially the Daijiworld's pictorial report of the inaugural event flashed to the world in a matter of three hours.

Representatives of various participating colleges expressed their views on the great time they had spent at the event. St Joseph's College Bangalore students presented a short humorous skit. Student coordinator Shraddha Rao and Sweeny Lewis compered the event, while Shraddha also proposed the vote of thanks.

The results of overall excellence:

First Place: Symbiosis College of Management, Pune

Second Place: St Joseph's College of Commerce, Bangalore

Third Place: Shared between St Aloysius College, Mangalore and Shri Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain College, Bangalore

Daijiworld was provided with the exclusive privilege of publishing the other results:

1. Parichaya (Ice-breaker):

First Place: MGM College, Udupi

2. Paryatan (Tourism Management):

First Place: St Joseph's College of Commerce, Bangalore

Second Place: Shri Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain College, Bangalore

Third Place: Symbiosis College of Management, Pune

3. Anveshana (Human Resources Management)

First Place: Symbiosis College of Management, Pune

Second Place: St Xavier's College, Kolkata

Third Place: Christ College, Bangalore

4. Anima Mahima (Stocks and Shares)

First Place: St Aloysius College, Mangalore

Second Place: Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College, Mangalore

Third Place: Mahajan First Grade College, Mysore

5. Jagruti (Marketing)

First Place: GRD College, Coimbatore

Second Place: Symbiosis College of Management, Pune

Third Place: SDM College, Mangalore

6. Aatanka (Crisis Management)

First Place: St Joseph's College of Commerce, Bangalore

Second Place: Symbiosis College of Management, Pune

Third Place: SBM Jain College, Bangalore

7. Aakruti (Venture Capital)

First Place: Canara College, Mangalore

Second Place: Mahajana First Grade College, Mysore

Third Place: Christ College, Bangalore

8. Agni (Biz Quiz)

First Place: SBM Jain COllege, Bangalore

Second Place: St Aloysius College, Mangalore

Third Place: St Joseph's College, Bangalore

9. Nipuna (Best CEO)

P M Somanna, St Aloysius College, Mangalore

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