Wasting our youthful demographics
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At the markets in Navi Mumbai where I shop for groceries, vegetables and fruits, young women and girl-children accost me and implore to buy garbage bags for a few tens of rupees. I wonder if they earn enough for two square meals a day. Then there are Swiggy, Zomato and other platforms whose delivery boys arrive at our door-steps with freshly cooked food from restaurants, daily essentials like fresh milk, eggs and bread etc. Have you wondered what they must be earning per day?...[By Philip Mudartha]
Sharjah: Mangalore Konkans set to present ‘Family Fiesta – 2024’ on Dec 8
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Activities will include a tug-of-war competition, singing, dancing, family competitions, the Christmas carols competition, a live band, a DJ, and a delightful showcase of the rich cultural heritage.
Mangaluru: Water supply on alternate days to deal with scarcity
![Mangaluru: Water supply on alternate days to deal with scarcity Mangaluru: Water supply on alternate days to deal with scarcity](upimages/water scarcity cover.jpg)
Water will be supplied to Mangaluru South on odd days, starting from May 5, while Mangaluru North will receive water on even days, starting from May 6. This measure comes amidst the scarcity of water and a shortfall in pre-monsoon rainfall.
Former Minister Dr.K.C Narayana Gowda meets Advocate Ujjwal Nikam
![Former Minister Dr.K.C Narayana Gowda meets Advocate Ujjwal Nikam Former Minister Dr.K.C Narayana Gowda meets Advocate Ujjwal Nikam](upimages/ujjwal visit cover.jpg)
Congress (I) party candidate in this constituency election Dr. Varsha Gaikwad will be pitted against Nikam. Ujwal Nikam will contest the Lok Sabha elections from Mumbai North Central constituency in place of BJP’s incumbent..
Mangaluru: Athena Institute of Health Sciences organizes farewell for vice principal
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The dignitaries present for the programme were chairman R S Shettian, secretary Asha Shettian, trustee Dr Ashith Shettian, principal Athena Institute of Health Sciences, Sr Deepa Peter, principal Athena Institute..
Mangaluru: Dual celebration at St Lawrence Church, Bondel
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Bishop emeritus Dr Aloysius Paul D’ Souza along with Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza-parish priest, Dr Ronald Serrao-rector Jeppu seminary, Fr Peter Gonsalves, Fr Lancy D’Souza, Fr Arul Betharaam, and Fr Ravikumar MSIJ concelebrated the Holy Mass of Confirmation.
Perpetual profession of three Capuchin Friars held in Bengaluru
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The religious ceremony of the profession was carried out in the seminary chapel during the celebration of the Eucharist, presided over by Fr John Alwyn Dias, the provincial minister of the Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka. By means of perpetual profession, these three brothers..
Dubai: ‘17th Stan Nite’ stuns with grand success
![Dubai: ‘17th Stan Nite’ stuns with grand success Dubai: ‘17th Stan Nite’ stuns with grand success](upimages/stan nite cover.jpg)
Ronald Colaco, Martin Aranha, Lancy D’Souza, Michael D’Souza, Ronald Martis, Nelson Rodriks, James Mendonca, Sr Jacintha, Dayan D’Souza and the man behind the idea of the 17th Stan Nite – Joseph Mathias, were present. These dignitaries added prestige and honour to the event..
CBE Seminar Equips Educational Leaders with Crisis Communication Strategies
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Led by Reverend Dr Sudeep Paul MSFS, Director of the Sandesha Institute in Mangalore, the seminar provided invaluable insights into crisis management strategies. The program commenced with a warm introduction..
65th Maharashtra State Foundation Day: Governor Ramesh Bais hoists National flag at Raj Bhavan
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The Governor saluted the national flag even as the national anthem and Maharashtra Rajya Geet were played on the occasion. Officers and staff of Raj Bhavan, State Reserve Police Force and Mumbai Police were present.
Bishop Francis Serrao SJ blessed Renovated Holy Family Church at Chitradurga, Diocese of Shimoga
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Parishioners together with the Parish Priest Rev. Fr Clarence Dias welcomed Bishop Francis Serrao SJ in a traditional way. Priests, Religious and good number of faithful witnessed the ceremony.
One career fair, endless possibilities, connecting talent with employment - Milagres Job Fair 2024 o
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It’s an excellent opportunity for young graduates, would be graduates, PU, ITI Diploma holders and other qualified youngsters to meet and demonstrate their employability skills, assess and evaluate where they stand..
Mangaluru: MIA becomes ‘silent’ airport
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Instead, the passengers now as in the past, will get all their flight related information, including changes in gate or delays in flight departures or arrival on the Flight Information Display System (FIDS). The airport has placed FIDS at vantage points both inside and outside the airport,
Catholic Board of Education in Mangalore Partners with Infosys for Educational Initiative
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The signing ceremony took place at Shanthi Kiran Bajjodi in Mangalore at 10:00 am, with Very Rev. Msgr Maxim Noronha, the Vicar General and Vice President of the CBE, presiding over the event.
EXCLUSIVE
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Given the political and highly contestable nature of the Ayodhya conflict, the 9th November 2019 unanimous verdict by a five-judge constitution bench expectedly continues to generate contrasting opinions. The bench had ruled that the entire 2.77 acres of..
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It has been a common perception that religious, either men or women who find vocation join the orders or congregations of their choice and live an isolated life of prayer, sacrifice and abnadonment of worldly responsibilities. This may be true in some
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