Modern Kuwait: The changing Times
Kuwait nowadays is dotted with many high-rise buildings, ornamented structures and a network of highways due to enormous efforts exerted throughout years of hard work by its citizens. Today, construction works are visible in and outside the capital, including the building of new highways and facilities for the public. But the full-scale construction process got high pace particularly in the 70s and 80s, when roaring bulldozers removed scores of old and randomly built houses..
Hiroshima: My visit to the historical site of Atomic bombings in the city of Japan
During my recent visit to Hiroshima, a city of Japan that remains to be known for the Second World War nuclear bombings by the United States, I was left with mixed feelings on learning about the place that was before the destruction, the destruction itself and reconstruction of the city thereafter.
Tokyo: History of automobiles recreated through Toyota Museum
The Toyota Automobile Museum was built to commemorate the history of automobiles. On my recent trip to this site, I was fascinated to see different types of cars. The museum has accumulated a world-class collection of prominent cars from around the world, which are maintained and showcased to highlight the historical transitions of automotive cultures
A tete-a-tete with Spoorthi Dhama founders Keshav and Pramila Vaz
I had hardly known about Spoorthi organization that there is an organization existed who helped the under-privileged children somewhere in Kundapur. That is exactly what I said yesterday morning while I was driving to my office when my good friend Conrad DâSouza called me. His next question was do you want to meet the founders of the Spoorthi ?? and would like to interview them for your site Bellevision?? . I was a little hesitant as I was totally unprepared to meet the people whom I hardly knew and even their organization. I was in two minds but Conrad requested and I obliged and promised to meet them after my work in the evening.
Chikmagalur: Feast of Infant Jesus celebrated at Bala Yesu Niwasa, Parvatipura
The feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated with great fervor and devotion at the Infant Jesus Shrine (Bala Yesu Niwasa) at Parvatipura, Chikmagalur on Monday, January 14, 2013 at 5.30 pm. Nearly 4,000 devotees of Infant Jesus assembled in the open ground in front of a magnificently decorated altar to pay respect to the Divine Child. Most Rev. Dr. T. Antony Swamy, Bishop of Chikmagalur concelebrated the solemn Feast Mass along with other priests from Chikmagalur diocese.
Minor Irrigation Follow Up: Ankudru Dam and a Near Reality
Recently after the Sunday mass I happened to meet Jerry my good old buddy who knows my passion about irrigation, landscaping and so on. After a quick tea in the hotel opposite to Koradkalâs dispensary we headed out for some excitement. Later I realized it is Ankudru Dam. I was amazed at the beauty. I tried capturing some of it. Pictures may do better talking. Quickly my mind scrolled through few articles written by Dr. Eugene DâSouza about the same. [By Ronald Saby DSouza]
Udupi: Grand finale of the Decennial Celebration of Bellevision.com
Bellevision.com celebrated its tenth anniversary with the distribution of prizes to the winners of âCute Kid Photo Contestâ organized by the web portal on the occasion of its tenth anniversary on December 28, 2012 at 4.15 pm in the Lions Bhavan, Brahmagiri, Udupi. Most of the parents whose children had won the contest attended the function and collected the awards from the hands of dignitaries on the dais . There was great excitement among the parent and children as they collected the mementos, certificates and cash awards. [Video]
Mâbelle: Christmas celebrated with devotion and spirit of joy and happiness
As the parishioners passed through the main entrance of the church premises on their way to Christmas celebration in the late evening of Monday, December 24, 2012 on the eve of the Christmas Day, the decorative lights of the facade of the magnificent church inspired awe and created an excitement that pervaded the entire celebration. Parishioners in their selected festive dress were seen occupying vantage seats so that they would be able to see the main altar. [Video]
Bryden Stephen Lewis: The youth icon in Music
Prior to some four or five months if any of you have attended the 9.15 am English Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ulsoor-Bangalore, you might have witnessed a dynamic, sturdy, multi-talented youngster with his group of friends leading the choir â playing the guitar and singing along during service. He is none other than Bryden Lewis, a Mangalorean lad who has made music his way of life. He is a Guitarist and also plays Banjo, Ukulele and Mandolin. Moreover he is Music Composer
My journey to the âLand of the Rising Sunâ
Japanâ the land of the Rising Sun, the country of the Samurai and Anime, the home of the highest technologies and the brightest culture and rituals. Japan is a mysterious place full of exceptional charm and attraction. So what is so special about Japan? Letâs take a closer look at this enchanting country.It has been almost four month since I visited Japan for the first time. In fact this visit being my first international trip...
From Showbiz to Safari: The life and times of Jason Fernandes
For a young entrepreneur running a successful event management company in Mumbai, an interest in exploring the vast Indian wilderness and capturing spectacular animal shots through his Canon lens seemed like second nature. Such was the passion that drove his deep interests towards wildlife photography. Right from childhood, Jason developed a keen curiosity for understanding nature and wildlife behavior. This was evident from the long hours he would spend watching National Geographic
J R Lobo: With vast administrative experience has a clear vision for Mangalore
I did not retire as a normal case. It was voluntary retirement. I had another one and half year to go. The reason for retirement was to join politics, mainly because, we as Christians do not have much representation in political field and hence decided to retire and join politics. I thought that with my vast experience in administration I may be able to serve the people in a much...
Sia Kiran and Kaeyn Ephrem Lobo Smile their way to top honours in âCute Kidâ contest
The eagerly awaited search for the cute kid is finally over. Organized by Bellevision.com as part of its decennial celebration, the âCute Kidâ contest had evoked a lot of interest among the parents who overwhelmingly responded by posting the pictures of their cute kids in the specially designed web-page in Bellevision.com. Response came from different parts of Karnataka, India and the world. It is indeed gratifying that parents, irrespective of their language and community responded whole heartedly by displaying the pictures of their lovely children. Even for the viewers going through the pictures spread over many pages..
Moodubelle: Headmaster Peter Raphael Aranha retires after long service of 37 years
Headmaster Peter Raphael Aranha who had the distinction of winning the âRashtra Prashasthiâ as the best teacher and who has been working first as an Assistant Teacher for 15 years and thereafter as the Headmaster for 22 years, totaling 37 years of distinguished service in the Church Aided Higher Primary School, Moodubelle retired on October 31, 2012 on reaching 60 years of age. A farewell function in honour of the retiring Headmaster, Peter Raphael Aranha was held in the school..
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