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11 athletes from Alva’s Foundation chosen to represent India in World University Games

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Mangaluru, KARNATAKA :

All of these athletes represent Mangalore University and are trained under Alva’s Education Foundation’ Sports Adoption Scheme.

Eleven athletes from Alva’s Education Foundation’s Sports Adoption Scheme, representing Mangalore University, have been selected to represent India in the forthcoming World University Games 2025, scheduled to be held in Rhine-Ruhr, Germany, from July 16 to 27.

Foundation president M. Mohan Alva told reporters in Moodbidri on Wednesday that with the selection, the total number of athletes from the foundation participating in the games has risen to 32. He said the selection was a matter of pride for the institution and the State. The athletes were selected during the trials held at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), a deemed-to-be university in Bhubaneswar.

In the men’s category, the selected athletes are Gagan (5,000 meters run), Sachin (20 km walk), Balakrishna (400 meters run) and N. Taufique (decathlon). Those selected in the women’s category are Deekshita Ramakrishna Gowda (400 meters hurdles), Basanti Kumari (half marathon), Manju Yadav (steeplechase), Sindhusree (pole vault), Sakshi Sharma (javelin throw), Jyoti (half marathon) and Shalini (20 km walk).

Dr. Alva said all the selected athletes represent Mangalore University and are trained under Alva’s Sports Adoption Scheme. Each athlete will require a financial outlay of ₹2.5 lakh to participate in the event. While Mangalore University has assured a contribution of ₹75,000 per athlete, the remaining expenses are being borne by the foundation, he added.

source:jhttp://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> Cities> Mangaluru / by The Hindu Bureau / May 29th, 2025

K.M. Azeem re-elected as President of SKMWA, Muscat for 2025–26

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KARNATAKA / Muscat, OMAN :

Muscat, Oman:

The newly elected office-bearers for the 2025–26 term include Niyaz Mohammed (Mangaluru) and Sameer Ahmed (Udupi) as Vice Presidents; Imran Manna (Udupi) as General Secretary; Irfan Ahmed (Udyavara) and S.F. Jasim (Kundapura) as Joint Secretaries; Abdul Ravoof (Udupi) as Treasurer; K.M. Akif (Karkala) as Assistant Treasurer; Mohammed Asif Gafur (Karkala) as Finance Secretary; and Munir Ahmed (Udupi) as Assistant Finance Secretary.

The proceedings began with the recitation of the Qur’an by Master Zaid Asif.

Sameer Ahmed presented the Annual Report for 2024, while the Annual Financial Report was audited and verified by SKMWA auditor Ashraf Ali.

The session concluded with a presidential address by K.M. Azeem, followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Mohammed Asif Gafur.

The entire event was compered by Shahnawaz Rafiq of Ganjimutt.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Gulf / by Vartha Bharati / May 31st, 2025

Nurses feted

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Mysuru, KARNATAKA :

Picture shows Foundation President Rekha Srinivas, Nazarbad Nataraj, Mahadev, Ramesh Ramappa, Ravichandra and Sujatha along with the nurses.

City’s Sri Durga Foundation celebrated the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale by felicitating nurses Rashmi, Rasheeda, Komala and Poornima during International Nurses Day function on May 12 at Jeevadhara Blood Bank.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Photo News / May 14th, 2025

Karnataka govt organises ‘Jai Hind Sabha’ in honour of armed forces

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Mysuru, KARNATAKA :

Bengaluru :  

The Karnataka government organised a special event, ‘Jai Hind Sabha’, in honour of the Indian armed forces and facilitated retired military personnel in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

The programme was held at the Town Hall in Bengaluru, and it was given the tagline, ‘Jai Hind Jai Sena’.

During the event, senior officers who served in the Indian Army and ex-servicemen were felicitated. The families of brave soldiers who laid down their lives in service to the nation were also honoured.

Among those felicitated were the family members of late Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan (Ashoka Chakra awardee), Colonel Jojan Thomas (Ashoka Chakra awardee), Major M.C. Muthanna (Shaurya Chakra awardee), Major Ganesh Maddappa (Shaurya Chakra awardee), Captain M.V. Panjal (Shaurya Chakra awardee), Major Mohan Gangadharan (Shaurya Chakra awardee), Major Shafiq Mohammad Khan, and Colonel Ramamurthy (Sena Medal awardee).

More than a thousand senior army officers and ex-servicemen participated in the event. The Karnataka government had issued directions to organise such events across the country to salute the selfless service of Indian soldiers and stand in solidarity with them.

Addressing the “Jai Hind Sabha” programme, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated that soldiers, farmers, doctors, and teachers are as revered and memorable as one’s own parents.

He praised the legacy of Indian soldiers. “Soldiers dedicate themselves to national defence with a spirit of sacrifice. The responsibility of protecting the country does not lie with the army alone, but with all 1.4 billion Indians,” he said.

He emphasised that India has never compromised on the principle of protecting the righteous and eliminating evil, and it never will.

“This is the commitment of every Indian,” Siddaramaiah underlined.

The Chief Minister made a significant declaration that no excise duty will be levied on army canteens by the state. He also assured that all necessary steps would be taken for the welfare of retired soldiers.

Speaking after felicitating senior army officers, ex-servicemen, and the families of martyred soldiers, Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar said, “To support all ex-servicemen in the state, the government is considering the establishment of a separate corporation. This proposal will be discussed in the state cabinet meeting before a decision is made.”=

“We are thinking of forming this corporation based on the suggestion of Mallikarjun, President of the Congress Party’s Sainik Cell. We are committed to the welfare of soldiers who have served our nation,” Shivakumar stated.

“It is a matter of pride to be part of such a significant event. On behalf of the Congress party and the nation, I extend my gratitude to all of you who have served our country with strength and dedication. The Congress party has always stood by the nation and our armed forces. This programme is a testimony to the fact that your sacrifices will always be remembered,” he added.

source: http://www.mangalorean.com / Mangalorean / Home> Mangalorean News> Local News / by IANS / May 28th, 2025

Shagufta Anjum from Sirsi Becomes First Urdu High School Student in Karnataka to Score 625/625 in SSLC

Amazing Feats, Education, Education - Gold Medallists, Toppers, Merits, Achievers (wef. June 12th, 2023), Karnataka (under research project), Women/Girls(since May26-2021)

BIHAR / Sirsi (Uttara Kannada District) , KARNATAKA :

Karwar:

In the recently announced SSLC results, Karwar Educational District has achieved a remarkable feat by securing the 3rd rank in the state, improving from its 5th position last year. Sirsi Educational District also showed progress, rising from 8th to 7th position this year.

Among the top achievers, Shagufta Anjum of Urdu English Medium High School, Sirsi, topped the state with a perfect score of 625/625, bringing immense pride to the district. Tanushree, also from Sirsi, secured the second rank with 624 marks.

From Karwar, Rutuja earned the third position with 623 marks, followed by Neha Anvekar, who scored 622. Other notable scorers from the district include Bhumika Hegde from Kumta (624), Sameera (623), Kritika (622), and Manohar Nayak from Bhatkal (622), all contributing to the district’s outstanding performance.

source: http://www.thehindustangazette.com / The Hindustan Gazette / Home> Latest News / by The Hindustan Gazette / May 03rd, 2025

MEIF Excellence Awards and Annual Meet 2025 celebrates educational brilliance

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Dakshina Kannada & Udupi District , KARNATAKA :

Udupi :

The excellence awards ceremony and annual meet – 2025 of the Muslim Educational Institutions Federation (MEIF) of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts, held at Barakah International School, Adyar Mangaluru, on May 22.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Mohan Alva, chairman of Alva’s Education Foundation, Moodbidri, said, “Education institutions should not be limited to one community. Education institutions should not be confined to the community that founded them. Instead, schools should reflect a “mini-India” that transcends barriers of religion, caste, and ethnicity. Everyone should have access to education. An atmosphere must be created where all are included. Just as India is home to various castes, religions, languages, and ethnicities, schools too should represent this diversity and become a mini-India. Schools should be a reflection of society, imparting education that builds communities rather than dividing them”

Praising the achievements of MEIF, Dr Mohan Alva also promised assistance in providing scouts and guides training to students in MEIF schools.

MEIF honorary president Umar T K delivered a keynote address, and MEIF president Moosabbi P Bary presided over the event.

A booklet detailing the federation’s annual programmes for 2024-25 was unveiled by Y Abdulla Javed, director of Yenepoya Group.

President of the Baraka Group of Institutions Ashraf Bajpe and Unni Haji, , along with Bahrain Sinan Zakariya, were honored during the ceremony.

National trainer Rajendra Bhat also shared his thoughts.

The event also included a felicitation ceremony honoring students who achieved outstanding results in PUC and SSLC examinations.

Outstanding SSLC performers from MEIF schools who were felicitated include Sumaiyya Nuha (619), Dakshin S Salian (618), Nidha Khadeeja Noor (617).

PUC toppers honored include Prithvi Acharya (585), Ayesha (584), Ayesha Shamran (584), Farahath M A (591), Maheen Fathima (590), Ayesha Falak (563), Aleemath Sayida (556), and Nafia T N (556).

From MEIF SSLC Kodagu – Fizah V (618), MEIF SSLC Chikkamagaluru – Taheen Fathima (597), and Karnataka SSLC state topper Shagufta Anjum from Sirsi (625) were also felicitated with mementos and cash awards.

Vice president of the Presidency Group of Institutions Suhail Ahmed and president of the Manipal HPR Group of Institutions Hariprasad Rai, were present as chief guests and extended their best wishes.

MEIF East Zone vice president Mustafa Sullia welcomed the gathering. General secretary Riyaz Ahmed K B and secretary Mohammad Sharik announced the names of the award-winning students. Farvez Ali delivered the vote of thanks, and lecturer Abdul Razak Anantadi compered the event.

MEIF Kodagu chapter president K A Shadli, Chikkamagaluru chapter president Zameer Ahmed, vice president Shabih Ahmed Qazi, and treasurer Nisar Fakir Mohammad were also present on the occasion.

source: http://www.daijiworld.com / Daijiworld / Home> Karnataka / by DaijiWorld Media Network – Udupi (TP) / May 23rd, 2025

‘Kolnad Friends’ organise blood donation camp in memory of Late Safwan Kolnad; 62 units collected

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Mulki Town ( Mangalore Taluk, Dakshina Kannada Distirct) , KARNATAKA / Dubai, U.A.E :

Mulki : 

A public blood donation camp was successfully organised on Sunday in memory of Safwan Kolnad, a 25-year-old youth who tragically passed away on May 10, 2025, due to sudden cardiac arrest in Dubai. The camp was held at Mahila Samudaya Bhavan, located near the Kolnad Government School, and was jointly conducted by Kolnad Friends Kolnad (R) and Blood Helpline Karnataka (R), in collaboration with Wenlock District Hospital, Mangalore.

The event began with a dua and blessings from Sharif Darimi Al-Haitami, Khatib of Shafi Juma Masjid, Kolnad. The program was presided over by Manjunath B.S., Circle Inspector of Mulki Police Station.

Dr. Ayisha Suhana, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Chief Eye Surgeon at Srinivas Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Mukka, was the chief guest. In her address, she highlighted the critical importance of blood donation and how a single unit of blood can help save up to three lives. She also explained how regular blood donation contributes to better health by reducing the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and certain cancers, while also controlling cholesterol, blood pressure, and iron levels. She advised donors to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity after donating blood.

As a tribute to the late Safwan Kolnad, Dr. Ayisha Suhana announced that she will perform five free cataract surgeries with premium intraocular lens implantation for underprivileged patients. She has conducted similar charitable surgeries in the past, in association with NGOs including the Naushad Haji Suralpady Memorial Charitable Trust (R).

This was the second blood donation camp organised by Kolnad Friends Kolnad (Reg) Charitable Trust, and a total of 62 units of blood were collected, including 52 male and 10 female donors.

The organisation continues to serve as a ray of hope for underprivileged patients, providing financial assistance for dialysis and cataract surgeries, and also supporting economically weaker students.

During the event, both Manjunath B.S. and Dr. Ayisha Suhana were felicitated by the organisers.

The program concluded with remarks from Yasir Arafat and a vote of thanks delivered by Abbas Ali.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / May 20th, 2025

1993 batch IPS Officer, Kannadiga M.A. Saleem is new DG-IGP of Karnataka

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KARNATAKA :

1993 batch IPS Officer M.A. Saleem is new DGP of Karnataka | PC: @Gulbarga Ki Awaaz/FB

Bengaluru :

The Karnataka government on Wednesday issued orders appointing M.A. Saleem, a senior IPS officer from the 1993 batch, as the new Director General and Inspector General of Police (DG-IGP) of Karnataka. He replaces Dr. Alok Mohan, who retired from service today.

Until now, Saleem was serving as the Director General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

There had been speculation over who would succeed Dr. Alok Mohan, with two key contenders in the race — M.A. Saleem and Prashant Kumar Thakur, DGP of Fire and Emergency Services. Thakur, a 1992-batch officer, is senior to Saleem by one year.

Saleem will have a one-year tenure, retiring in June 2026.

A seasoned officer, Saleem is known for his strong administrative skills and has previously served in various key positions across the state, including as Bengaluru City’s Special Police Commissioner.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karnataka / by Vartha Bharati / May 21st, 2025

B.M. Basheer’s book ‘Agnipath’ to be released on May 10 in Mangaluru

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KARNATAKA :

Mangaluru: 

Senior journalist, storyteller, and news editor of Vartha Bharati, B.M. Basheer, will release his new book titled Agnipath on Saturday, May 10, at a special event to be held in Mangaluru.

The book release programme is being jointly organised by Kavita Prakashan, Mysore, and the Kannada Department of St Aloysius Deemed University. It will take place at 3:30 pm at the Sahodaya Auditorium of the university campus near Bavutagudde.

The book Agnipath, published by Kavita Prakashan Mysore, will be released by noted thinker and columnist Shivasundar.

Senior writer Vasudeva Belle will introduce the work to the audience.

The event will be presided over by renowned author Chandrakala Nandavar. St Aloysius Deemed University Vice Chancellor Rev. Dr. Praveen Martis and Ganesh Amingad from Kavita Prakashan are expected to attend the function, as per the official announcement.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / May 08th, 2025

Udupi Student Nuzha Fathima Sarfaraz Scores 95% in CBSE Class 10 Exams

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Udupi, KARNATAKA :

Udupi :

Nuzha Fathima Sarfaraz, a student of G.M. Vidyaniketan Public School in Brahmavar, Udupi, has achieved an outstanding 95% in the CBSE Class 10 board examinations, the results of which were declared on May 13, reported the Varta Bharati.

Daughter of Sarfaraz T.S. and Farzana Sarfaraz, and granddaughter of the late T.S. Ismail Saheb and Sabeera Ismail of Kodi Bengre, Nuzha’s accomplishment has earned her praise and admiration from teachers, family, and peers alike. Her dedication, focus, and perseverance have been widely appreciated as the foundation of her academic success.

Her performance stands as an inspiration for fellow students in the region, showcasing the possibilities that hard work and determination can bring.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Markers of Excellence / by Radiance News Bureau / May 15th, 2025