ADR mechanism not a substitute to existing judicial system '

March 30, 2014

Mangalore, Mar 30: The alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanism is not a substitute to the existing judicial system, but a supplement to the existing adjudication process of the judicial system. It is an alternative to the adjudication process in the existing system, said Justice N Kumar, executive chairman of International Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ICADR), Regional Centre, Bangalore.

Delivering the keynote address on Alternative dispute resolution mechanism ' at a programme organised by ICADR, Bangalore and Mangalore Bar Association in the court premises here on Saturday, he said that the ADR should be in accordance with the written law in the country for the settlement to be respected. The settlement or agreement should be lawful, failing which it will be illegal or unenforceable. Hence, it is the responsibility of the mediators to ensure that the agreement is in accordance with the law, he said.

Speaking on the advantages of ADR mechanism, he said that the adjudication process in the existing judicial system was a time-consuming and cumbersome process. “The present judicial system faces criticism that one is unable to get speedy justice due to inordinate delays. We are trying to include the alternative (ADR) system in the existing one, so that disputes can be dealt with in a better manner,” he said, adding that there would be a perceptible change in the disposal of cases through ADR.

However, the general public perception is that the new system has replaced the old system. People assume that the existing system does not function well, hence the necessity of a new alternative system, which they assume will solve all the problems. The challenge is to correct the misperceptions of the ADR concept, he said.

B V Prakash, Dakshina Kannada principal district and sessions judge, presided over the programme.

C R Sundaresh, assistant secretary of ICADR, Bangalore delivered the introductory address. Ashok Ariga, president of Mangalore Bar Association, welcomed the gathering.

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‘Profit’ trap: Mangaluru trader duped of ₹33.1 lakh in online App scam

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December 7,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 7: A 34-year-old fruit and vegetable trader in Mangaluru has reportedly lost ₹33.1 lakh after falling victim to an online investment scam run through a fake mobile app.

Police said the scam began in September, when the victim received a link on Facebook. Clicking it connected him to a WhatsApp number, where an unidentified person introduced a high-return investment scheme and instructed him to download an app.

To build trust, the fraudster asked him to invest ₹30,000 on September 24. The trader soon received ₹34,000 as “profit,” convincing him the scheme was genuine. Over the next two months, he transferred money in multiple instalments via Google Pay and IMPS to different scanner codes and bank accounts shared by the scammers. Between September 24 and December 3, he ended up sending a total of ₹33.1 lakh.

When he later requested a refund of his investment and promised returns, the scammers demanded additional payments, claiming he needed to pay a “service tax” first. Even after he paid a small amount, no money was returned, and the scammers continued pressuring him for more.

A case has been registered at the CEN Crime Police Station.

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Major facelift for Mangaluru's sporting heart: Mangala Stadium set for 2-month closure to upgrade synthetic track

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 15: Educational institutions in Mangaluru that rely on the popular Mangala Stadium for their annual sports events are bracing for an inconvenience as the city's key sporting venue is set to close its gates for a significant upgrade. The stadium is expected to be unavailable for approximately two months starting from January 15, 2026.

The closure is necessitated by a proposed overhaul of the stadium's facilities, with a special focus on upgrading the synthetic track. Pradeep Dsouza, Assistant Director of the District of Youth Empowerment and Sports (DYES), Dakshina Kannada, confirmed the development.

"Experts have visited the stadium, conducted a thorough inspection, and have given the go-ahead for a complete makeover," Dsouza stated. "Funds have been allocated for the project, and we are currently awaiting the final green signal from state officials to commence the work. We anticipate that the work will likely begin in the second week of January. Consequently, we have stopped renting out the stadium to colleges and other organizations in preparation for the upgrade."

The timing presents a logistical challenge for colleges, as many schools have already concluded their sports meets.

"Colleges will now be organizing their events and will need to find alternative locations to host their sports meets," Dsouza added. He suggested a few potential venues, including the Dakshina Kannada police ground, University College grounds, Panambur grounds, Swaraj Maidan in Moodbidri, and the Mangalore University sports grounds in Konaje.

However, many institutions note that finding a comparable venue will be difficult. While the DK police ground and University College grounds are closer to the city center, they do not possess the extensive facilities and infrastructure offered by Mangala Stadium.

Dr. P Dayananda Pai - P Satisha Govt First Grade College, Carstreet, is one such institution dependent on the stadium. Principal Jayakar Bhandary expressed hope for a swift completion of the work. "We expect the work to be completed at the earliest. If not, we will be forced to look for other venues to host the sports day for our students," Bhandary said, highlighting the pressing need for the city's main sporting facility.

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