Wasting our youthful demographics
![Wasting our youthful demographics Wasting our youthful demographics](upimages/Apr2524-News-BV.jpg)
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]
Puttur: Celebration of talents ‘Philo Forte-2024’ held at St Philomena College
![Puttur: Celebration of talents ‘Philo Forte-2024’ held at St Philomena College Puttur: Celebration of talents ‘Philo Forte-2024’ held at St Philomena College](upimages/Philo Forte cover.jpg)
Vice-principals, Dr Krishna Kumar PS and Dr Vijaya Kumar M, along with office bearers of the students’ council, Bipin, Samruddhi Shenoy, and Raksha were present on the inaugural ceremoy.
Belthangady: Banjaru Malai records 100% voter turnout in Lok Sabha polls
![Belthangady: Banjaru Malai records 100% voter turnout in Lok Sabha polls Belthangady: Banjaru Malai records 100% voter turnout in Lok Sabha polls](upimages/banjaru malai voting cover.jpg)
This hamlet has 111 voters and each one of them turned up at the only polling booth, completing voting two hours before polling ended at 6pm. Banjaru Malai is inhabited by forest dwellers, tribal farmers and..
Mangaluru International Airport initiates work on precision approach lighting system
![Mangaluru International Airport initiates work on precision approach lighting system Mangaluru International Airport initiates work on precision approach lighting system](upimages/lighting system cover.jpg)
The airport has taken up the project in line with safety recommendations from the Ministry of Civil Aviation and civil aviation safety and security regulator. The system is expected to be commissioned in 20-months’ time.
Bishop of Mangalore casts vote in Lok Sabha Elections 2024
![Bishop of Mangalore casts vote in Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Bishop of Mangalore casts vote in Lok Sabha Elections 2024](upimages/mlr bishop vote cover.jpg)
In a gesture that emphasizes the importance of civic duty, the Bishop arrived at the polling station early in the morning, accompanied by a few members of the clergy. Dressed in his civil dress, he patiently waited in line like any other citizen, demonstrating his commitment..
Orange alert: Karnataka State Disaster Management cell gives animated advisory
![Orange alert: Karnataka State Disaster Management cell gives animated advisory Orange alert: Karnataka State Disaster Management cell gives animated advisory](upimages/heat waves cover.jpg)
“Karnataka has not seen such extreme temperatures and heat waves in the recent past. So, we wanted to ensure a wider reach for safety measures, therefore we decided to issue them in a reader-friendly format,”
PM Modi to address 5 rallies in Karnataka on April 28-29
![PM Modi to address 5 rallies in Karnataka on April 28-29 PM Modi to address 5 rallies in Karnataka on April 28-29](upimages/modi rally cover.jpg)
Addressing a press conference, BJP’s Karnataka unit General Secretary V. Sunil Kumar said: "On April 28, PM Modi will address a public rally in Belagavi at 10 a.m. He will then reach Sirsi in Uttara Kannada district and attend another programme at 12 noon.
Mangaluru: Celebration of perpetual profession at St Sebastian Church, Bendur
![Mangaluru: Celebration of perpetual profession at St Sebastian Church, Bendur Mangaluru: Celebration of perpetual profession at St Sebastian Church, Bendur](upimages/perpetual profession cover.jpg)
The Eucharistic celebration was held at St Sebastian Church Bendur. Sr Rose Celine, the superior general of the Sisters of the Little Flower of Bethany Congregation accepted their vows in the name of the church.
Four Days ‘Soft Skills training & Career Guidance Seminar’ boost the spirits and confidence in stude
![Four Days ‘Soft Skills training & Career Guidance Seminar’ boost the spirits and confidence in stude Four Days ‘Soft Skills training & Career Guidance Seminar’ boost the spirits and confidence in stude](upimages/soft skills training cover.jpg)
The ‘Soft Skills Training Program’ was a huge success, with 95 final-year BA, BSc, and BCA students participating in the program. The program covered essential topics such as - communication skills, teamwork, time management,
Bishop releases list of Mangalore diocese priest transfers
![Bishop releases list of Mangalore diocese priest transfers Bishop releases list of Mangalore diocese priest transfers](upimages/transfer list cover.jpg)
The list of transfers of priests within Mangalore diocese was released on Thursday, April 25. Bishop of Mangalore diocese, Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, released the list of transfers of priests and assignments for the year 2024. As many as 70 priests have been transferred..
Dubai: Yakshagana Abhysa Kendra to hold ’Yakshosthsava 2024’ on June 9
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Brochure and tickets releasing ceremony were held recently in Dubai at Fortune Banquet Hall in the presence of dignitaries and the large number of Yakshagana lovers. The programme was traditionally started by..
Railways to operate special trains to clear extra rush during Election Day
![Railways to operate special trains to clear extra rush during Election Day Railways to operate special trains to clear extra rush during Election Day](upimages/election spl train cover.jpg)
To clear the extra rush during the Election Day, special trains will be operated between Mangaluru Central and Kochuveli as given below: 1. Train No. 06053 Mangaluru Central - Kochuveli Special Express..
Mrs. India International Pageant 2024 organized in Thailand
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Milestone Pageants Organization Milestone Miss and Mrs. Asia International, Milestone Miss and Mrs. India International Pageant 2024; A night of achievements and glamour was organized in Milestone. This time around 30 contestants from around 20 countries including India, Indonesia,
Mangaluru: Administration gears up for the smooth conduct of Lok Sabha elections
![Mangaluru: Administration gears up for the smooth conduct of Lok Sabha elections Mangaluru: Administration gears up for the smooth conduct of Lok Sabha elections](upimages/Lok sabha elections cover.jpg)
Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner and Returning Officer M.P. Mullai Muhilan told reporters here on Tuesday that the 48-hour silence period starts from 6 p.m. of Wednesday from when public canvassing should end.
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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![Women’s Day Special: Rev. Dr. Mariola BS-A Sister With Social Conscience Women’s Day Special: Rev. Dr. Mariola BS-A Sister With Social Conscience](upimages/srmariolabvhp.gif)
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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